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Source: Live Mint In the stock markets, what lies ahead often matters more than what has already been done. If this sounds perplexing, consider the US Federal Reserve’s policy decision on December 18. The Fed lowered benchmark interest rates for the third time in a row, cutting by 25 basis points. Yet, major markets across…
Source: Live Mint 2024 has been a year of twists and turns for investors, marked by volatile markets, geopolitical events and evolving global dynamics. If you’ve wondered how to navigate through uncertainty, this year offered a masterclass in what it takes to stay ahead in the game. Here are some key takeaways from 2024 that…
Source: Live Mint Blame it on geopolitical tensions, global economic weakness, or elevated interest rates, among other factors, but the Indian stock market saw significant volatility in the calendar year 2024. Sample this: Between March and June 2024, the equity benchmark Nifty 50 remained rangebound, fluctuating between 22,339 and 22,821 levels, advancing by barely 500…
Source: Live Mint ITC, a leading multi-industry conglomerate, has garnered significant attention following its announcement to demerge its hotel business, set to take effect on January 1, 2025. The decision, made public on December 17, 2024, has stirred the market, especially after receiving strong shareholder support earlier this year. As ITC prepares for this major…
Source: Live Mint The Indian stock market benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty 50, are likely to open lower on Thursday tracking a sharp fall in global markets after the US Federal Reserve policy. The trends on Gift Nifty also indicate a gap-down start for the Indian benchmark index. The Gift Nifty was trading around 23,936…
Source: Live Mint Market outlook: The Indian banking sector showcased steady growth in 2024, delivering a year-to-date return of around 8 per cent. However, this performance lagged behind the Nifty 50’s over 11 per cent increase and a stellar 30 per cent surge seen in mid- and small-cap indices. Despite significant FII outflows, Nifty Bank…
Source: Live Mint DAM Capital Advisors Limited raised ₹251.4 crore from anchor investors ahead of its public issue, according to an exchange filing by the company on Wednesday, December 18. The company has allocated 88,86,268 or 88.86 lakh equity shares to the anchor investors at an allocation price of ₹283 per share, with a face…
Source: Live Mint Market outlook: The Indian equity markets remained resilient for a major part of the calendar year (CY) 2024, despite challenges posed by sticky inflation, weaker-than-expected Q2FY25 earnings, general election outcomes, FII outflows, and geopolitical uncertainty. Despite these headwinds, India’s benchmark indices, the Nifty 50 and Sensex, delivered positive returns of 11.35% and…
Source: Live Mint Expert view: Unless a revival in corporate earnings, the new year could be muted for the Indian stock market, says Santosh Kumar Singh, Fund Manager at Motilal Oswal Mutual Fund. In an interview with LiveMint, Singh discusses key triggers for the market for 2025 and which sectors can generate alpha. Edited excerpts:…
Source: Live Mint The FMCG sector faced a turbulent 2024, marked by considerable volatility. The year started on a weak note, with the sector declining by approximately 9% from January to March, as subdued rural demand and broader macroeconomic challenges weighed heavily on its performance. From mid-April to September, the index rebounded sharply, gaining around…
