Nilesh Shah of Kotak Mahindra AMC advocates a pragmatic 2026 investment strategy, emphasizing earnings visibility and valuation comfort. He suggests a multi-asset allocation of 55% equities (midcap, largecap, smallcap), 20% precious metals (favoring gold), and 30% fixed income, balancing risk and return amid market shifts.
Volatile yen draws intervention watch, other currencies subdued
In response to last week’s notable drop, currency markets have been closely monitoring the yen. Reports suggest that Japanese officials are conducting rate checks, hinting