The Union Budget has drawn mixed market reactions. Amitabh Chaudhry sees stability and continuity as positives. Focus areas include pharmaceuticals, semiconductors, and infrastructure. While higher borrowings and transaction taxes are concerns, details may bring market calm. The budget aims for self-reliance and institutional scale.
NFO flows hit a 5-year low in June quarter, SIPs stay robust
New fund offer collections by asset management companies fell significantly. Funds raised through new fund offers reached a five-year low in June. This sharp decline