BNP Paribas expects 2026 to be a stronger year for Indian equities, with the Nifty 50 seen delivering mid-teens returns and a December 2026 target of 29,500, driven largely by earnings growth rather than valuation re-rating. The brokerage is more constructive on large caps and domestic-oriented sectors such as banks, autos, telecom and consumer staples, citing policy support, improving earnings visibility and resilient domestic flows. Here are the brokerage’s top buy ideas for 2026:
SBI Funds Management seeks Rs 2,000 crore in pre-IPO round
SBI Funds Management, India’s largest mutual fund, is planning a significant IPO, potentially raising up to ₹2,000 crore through a pre-IPO placement. This move precedes