Gold is considered a hedge against inflation and economic uncertainties, but higher interest rates dim the non-yielding asset’s appeal. Meanwhile, the European Central Bank’s (ECB) chief economist backed a further rate increase at the ECB’s next meeting but said its size would depend on incoming data, especially a survey of euro zone banks.
HDFC Bank, Trent among 10 stocks that saw the biggest decrease in mutual fund value in July
Ten stocks saw the biggest month-on-month decline in mutual fund holdings in July, led by HDFC Bank, Axis Bank and L&T. Varun Beverages, Dr Reddy’s