Kotak Securities anticipates a stronger second half for Indian markets, driven by festive demand and favorable monsoons benefiting rural areas. While consumer tech leaders like Nykaa and Honasa show long-term promise, high valuations in consumer companies raise concerns. Cautious approach is advised due to global economic uncertainty, prioritizing capital preservation over aggressive returns.
Banks unlikely to reduce deposit rates despite RBI easing
Following the latest repo rate decrease, bankers foresee only slight adjustments to deposit rates. The landscape, characterized by sluggish savings yields and elevated credit-deposit ratios,
December 8, 2025