European stocks surged to record highs this week, with the STOXX 600 and Germany’s DAX hitting all-time peaks. Investors are betting against an imminent US rate hike, boosting cyclical stocks. Defence shares also climbed amid geopolitical tensions. Signs of easing inflation and a balanced economic outlook in the Eurozone are further supporting the rally, making European markets attractive due to lower valuations.
Markets may consolidate; micro, small and mid-caps could lead alpha generation, says Quant Mutual Fund
Quant Mutual Fund expects Indian equities to consolidate after the recent rally but believes micro-, small- and mid-cap stocks will drive alpha. It remains bullish