The budget promotes key sectors including healthcare, R&D, skilling, MSMEs, and startups, laying groundwork for economic growth. Key measures involve exempting customs duty on life-saving drugs, investment in private-sector R&D, and financial support for startups. Concerns arise about healthcare spending targets, yet advancements in insurance and regulatory reforms aim to enhance accessibility and affordability.
Nifty ends flat as resistance holds; cautious optimism likely for coming week
Nifty traded range-bound, closing nearly flat despite an RBI rate cut, as resistance near 26,300 capped gains. Weak market breadth and muted broader indices signal