ETMarkets PMS Talk | 70% in debt & gold helped cut downside risk in FY26: Ametra PMS CIO explains strategy
Ametra PMS’s Co-founder and CIO, Karan Aggarwal, details how a tactical allocation strategy, heavily weighted towards debt and gold, cushioned portfolios during FY26’s volatility. This approach, combining asset diversification and factor investing, aimed to protect downside risk while delivering consistent outcomes across market cycles.
ETMarkets Smart Talk | ‘India at crypto inflection point; investor base could double every 2–3 years’: Vikaas M Sachdeva of BitDelta India
India’s crypto ecosystem is at a pivotal turning point with accelerating adoption across retail and institutional segments. Driven by Gen Z and family offices, the investor base, currently at 12 crore, could potentially double every two to three years. Enhanced security, transparency, and communication are key to future growth.
Positive Breakout: These 8 stocks cross above their 200 DMAs
In the Nifty200 pack, eight stocks’ closing prices crossed above their 200 DMA (Daily Moving Averages) on April 27, 2026, according to stockedge.com’s technical scan data. The 200-day daily moving average (DMA) is used by traders as a key indicator for determining the overall trend in a particular stock. As long as the stock is […]
Vedanta demerger can create value in the long term
Vedanta’s stock has seen a dip following the announcement of its demerger into five listed entities, aimed at reducing the conglomerate discount. Investors looking to benefit from the split must purchase shares by April 29. The demerger is anticipated to unlock significant valuation upside, with combined post-demerger valuations projected to rise by 14%.
Oil Price Today (April 28): Crude oil approaches $110 amid little signs of Iran war peace talks. Will prices touch $150?
Oil prices surged Tuesday as hopes for a U.S.-Iran war resolution dimmed, keeping the vital Strait of Hormuz largely closed and impacting global energy supplies. Analysts predict continued price hikes, with some forecasting Brent crude could reach $150 per barrel if disruptions persist, underscoring significant economic risks.
Firms postpone D-Street debut as uncertainty clouds market outlook
Dozens of companies are delaying IPO plans due to volatile investor sentiment and geopolitical concerns, impacting market valuations. While the year began strong, a recent slowdown has seen a significant drop in new listings. Experts anticipate a market pickup in June, contingent on global stability and a resolution of valuation mismatches between issuers and investors.
Global Market Today: Asian shares hold near eight-week high
Asian stocks remain near recent peaks. Investors are watching developments in the Middle East. Central bank policy announcements are also on the horizon. Major technology companies are set to release their earnings reports. These results could significantly influence global markets. Crude oil prices have seen a slight decrease.
Oil prices rise as no end to Iran war stand-off seems in sight
U.S. President Donald Trump is unhappy with the latest Iranian proposal aimed at ending the war, a U.S. official said on Monday. Iranian sources disclosed on Monday that Tehran’s proposal avoided addressing its nuclear program until hostilities cease and Gulf shipping disputes are resolved.
Axis Bank slips despite ‘Buys’ as provisions cast a shadow
Axis Bank shares fell 3% despite analysts maintaining a positive outlook, with 94% recommending ‘Buy’. The bank’s loan growth was strong, but provisions for the West Asia conflict rose significantly, impacting performance. Management’s cautious approach to strengthening provisions, while improving asset quality, led to higher credit costs.
Markets rise as Iran crisis stays in limbo
Indian stock markets ended a three-day losing streak with a gain of 0.8 percent on Monday. This rise followed positive movements in Asian markets. Investors showed buying interest in heavyweights like Reliance Industries and Sun Pharmaceuticals. All sectoral indices closed higher. The India VIX volatility index saw a decrease. Foreign portfolio investors sold shares, while […]