Nearly 80% of Indian stocks are deep in bear market territory, hidden beneath modest index declines. Small and midcap companies have faced prolonged selling, but fundamentals remain strong. Analysts suggest that, despite geopolitical risks and oil shocks, selective bottom-up stock picking could offer attractive opportunities for long-term investors willing to endure temporary volatility.
US stocks today: S&P 500, Nasdaq end higher, notch weekly gains after earnings-heavy week
The S&P 500 and Nasdaq reached record highs, fueled by strong earnings and falling crude prices, marking their longest weekly gain streak since October 2024.
May 1, 2026