Indian equity indices closed with slight gains amid Middle East tensions, paring earlier advances. Investors are closely monitoring the Iran-Israel conflict, leading to market volatility. While Asian markets largely rose, oil prices declined. Analysts advise caution, suggesting selective investments and gradual deployment due to ongoing uncertainty.
ETMarkets Smart Talk| Building a Rs 10-lakh portfolio in 2026? Naveen Kulkarni of Axis Securities recommends 50%+ in equities
Indian markets are at record highs. Investors are reviewing asset allocation for the coming year. Naveen Kulkarni of Axis Securities PMS suggests a ₹10-lakh portfolio