Hedge fund performance in July was a mixed bag, with stockpickers benefiting from rising markets while systematic funds initially struggled due to crowded trades. Goldman Sachs reported stockpickers gained almost 1.5%, while systematic funds saw a negative 2% return before recovering. Multi-strategy funds posted muted results, and individual fund performances varied widely.
HDFC Bank, Bharti Airtel among 10 largecap stocks with up to 35% upside potential. Check list
Brokerages remain optimistic on select largecap stocks despite rising geopolitical risks and inflation concerns. Stocks across banking, telecom, auto and infrastructure sectors offer upside potential