Smallcaps shine! 10 stocks that delivered gains of up to 41% this week. How many do you have?
Despite weak broader markets and rising geopolitical tensions, select smallcap stocks delivered sharp gains this week, with some surging over 40%. The rally highlights pockets of strength in sectors like chemicals, energy, and industrials, even as inflation concerns and global uncertainties continue to weigh on overall market sentiment.
Mutual fund NFOs: Six funds open for subscription, all passive in nature. Check details
Six new funds are open for subscription now and all are passive in nature. Here is a detailed breakup (Source: ACE MF)
Rupee on shaky ground, touches fresh low of 93.73
The Indian rupee experienced its sharpest single-day fall since late 2022, plummeting to a historic low of 93.73 against the dollar. Surging oil prices, driven by escalating West Asian conflicts, coupled with overseas investor outflows, significantly pressured the currency.
These 5 flexi cap mutual funds offer up to 25% CAGR in 3 years. Do you own any?
These five flexi cap mutual funds have offered up to 25% CAGR in the last three years. Here is a detailed break-up (Source: ETWealth).
Global markets to remain driven by West Asia conflict, Fed neutral guidance reflects uncertainty: Report
Global markets face continued impact from the West Asia conflict. Uncertainty is expected to drive risk aversion. The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) acknowledged this in its recent meeting. While GDP growth projections were raised, inflation forecasts were revised upwards. Rate cuts are still anticipated, but higher energy prices pose a risk of delay.
These 5 flexi cap mutual funds offer up to 25% CAGR in 3 years. Do you own any?
Several mutual funds have delivered strong returns over the past three years, with some posting CAGRs of up to 25%. The list includes a mix of flexi cap, focused, and passive funds. However, category inconsistencies raise questions, even as investors look at performance-driven fund selection.
IDBI, SpiceJet among 10 stocks that saw sharpest fall, down up to 21% this week. Do you own any?
Indian markets witnessed a broad-based sell-off amid escalating Middle East tensions and rising crude oil prices. Several stocks, including IDBI Bank and SpiceJet, declined sharply during the week. Geopolitical risks, inflation concerns, and regulatory developments weighed on investor sentiment, dragging multiple sectors lower despite selective resilience in parts of the market.
Concurrent losers: 14 smallcap stocks decline for 5 consecutive sessions
Fourteen stocks from the BSE SmallCap index declined continuously over five trading sessions ending March 20, with losses of up to 23%. Despite the Sensex remaining largely flat, sharp volatility during the period highlights continued pressure in broader markets, particularly in smallcap stocks witnessing sustained selling across consecutive sessions.
Looking around for sectors or themes to favour and avoid? Here is what these 5 experts recommend
Amid rising geopolitical tensions and market volatility, investors are reassessing sectoral allocations. Mutual fund experts suggest focusing on domestic cyclicals, financials, and defensives like pharma, while remaining cautious on IT, metals, and oil and gas. They also highlight valuation risks and stress the importance of resilient businesses in uncertain conditions.
Bitcoin ranges between $69K-$70K amid defensive positioning, large holders keep buying
Bitcoin traded in a narrow range amid cautious derivatives positioning, even as large holders continued accumulating. Institutional inflows into ETFs and stable price action indicate a consolidation phase. Analysts expect a decisive move once macro conditions improve, with $70,000 emerging as a key level for confirming any sustained upward momentum.