Arbitrage mutual funds exploit price differences between cash and derivatives markets, delivering equity-like taxation (12.5% LTCG, 20% STCG). They thrive on volatility, independent of interest rates. Top picks for April 2025 include Kotak Equity Arbitrage and Nippon India Arbitrage Funds. Selection is based on rolling returns, consistency, risk, and alpha.
Oil shock from Iran war raises risks for India’s stock market
Escalating Middle East tensions are poised to further weaken Indian equities, with strategists warning of underperformance against global peers. Higher oil prices, driven by the