Indian markets experienced heavy selling pressure due to modest GDP and corporate earnings estimates. Only four smallcap stocks posted double digit weekly returns, while 176 fell significantly. Foreign investors sold nearly $2 billion, and rising US bond yields impacted sentiment. Key earnings and macro data, including India’s CPI release, will guide market direction.
Govt prioritising lower denomination notes and digital transactions: Sitharaman
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman emphasized the government’s focus on promoting lower denomination currency and increasing digital transaction awareness. With the Rs 2000 note nearly