Dalal Street enters a subdued holiday mood as 2025 concludes, with benchmark indices struggling for momentum and trading sideways. Market experts suggest a ‘buy on dip’ strategy for Nifty and Bank Nifty, focusing on stock-specific opportunities, particularly in the metals sector. Tata Steel and HPCL are highlighted as promising picks for near-term gains.
Patchy rains may hit rural lending, banks stay cautious
Bankers are closely watching monsoon rains and their impact on rural credit. Uneven rainfall poses inflation risks for summer crops and rural incomes. A strong