ETMarkets Smart Talk: Patience, discipline and consistent SIPs are the cornerstones of long-term wealth creation, says Ankur Punj

Equirus Wealth’s Ankur Punj advises investors to focus on disciplined asset allocation and consistent SIPs for long-term wealth creation, despite market volatility. He highlights GST reforms’ potential to boost consumption and corporate earnings. Punj also suggests blending growth and value stocks, emphasizing that patience and diversification are key to successful investing.

Dollar holds soft tone on rate cut expectations, Powell comments

The U.S. dollar weakened against the euro and yen as markets anticipated a Federal Reserve interest rate cut. Traders have fully priced in a 25 basis point cut, with focus on Chair Powell’s comments for future easing pace. The market is also watching to see if policymakers considered a larger 50 bps cut.

Oil prices hold steady as markets await Fed rate decision

Oil prices remained stable after a previous increase due to drone attacks on Russian ports and refineries. Traders are anticipating a U.S. Federal Reserve rate cut, while also monitoring potential disruptions to Russian oil supply and the European Commission’s plans to reduce reliance on Russian fossil fuels. U.S.

Is the rally in small-cap solvent extraction stocks sustainable?

Small-cap solvent extraction companies have seen significant gains due to high edible oil demand, ethanol blending, and supportive policies. However, analysts now advise caution, noting that valuations may be exceeding fundamentals. Risks like raw material price volatility and supply challenges could lead to corrections, suggesting investors consider booking profits or waiting for better entry points.

Hexaware Tech rises on likely US rate cut, weak rupee

Hexaware Technologies’ stock has recently seen gains, driven by a weaker rupee and anticipated US interest rate cuts potentially boosting IT spending. Despite a modest revenue growth in the June quarter due to client spending reductions, the company is improving profitability through increased offshore revenue and employee utilization.

Asian stocks slip as investors await Fed decision

Asian stock markets saw a slight dip as investors are cautious. Everyone is waiting for the United States Federal Reserve’s interest-rate decision. Shares in Japan and South Korea decreased. Gold prices are holding steady. Attention is also on a Japanese government bond auction. Investors are keen to understand the future direction of interest rates.