Stocks of auto OEMs and component makers have fallen sharply due to FII sell-offs and earnings downgrade expectations. The upcoming Union Budget is anticipated to address industry demands for GST rate simplification, hybrid vehicle GST reduction, and improved PLI schemes. Despite superior 1-year returns, the BSE Auto index has struggled over the past six months.
FAR G-Secs fare better in Jan, but yields in US, dollar cloud outlook
The inflows which had peaked at over ₹22,000 crore in August have tapered due to escalating US yields and a depreciating rupee making Indian government