BUSINESS
HDFC Bank tops holdings in Sunil Singhania-backed Abakkus Flexi Cap Fund’s first disclosure
Within the equity portion, HDFC Bank was the single largest holding at 2.78 per cent of net assets, followed by ICICI Bank at 2.42 per cent.
BUSINESS
Market experts back 'India growth story' amid growing Trump-driven global uncertainty
Speaking at an event on Friday, the experts said they remain bullish on India despite rising geopolitical risks under US President Donald Trump, citing strong structural growth drivers even as near-term market volatility persists.
BUSINESS
Flexi-cap and gold ETFs shine as equity mutual fund flows see minor dip in December
The Indian mutual fund industry’s assets under management (AUM) eased slightly to about Rs 80.2 lakh crore in December 2025, down from Rs 80.8 lakh crore in November
BUSINESS
Gold ETF inflows cross Rs 11,000 crore as investors turn strategic amid continued volatility
As of December 2025, the total AUM of Gold ETFs was at Rs 1,27,896 crore.
BUSINESS
SIP inflows hit Rs 31,000 crore in December; stoppage ratio rises to 85%
During December, the industry registered 60.46 lakh new SIPs, higher than 57.13 lakh SIPs registered in November, while 51.57 lakh SIPs were discontinued or matured, compared with around 43 lakh SIPs in the previous month.
BUSINESS
BNP Paribas sees India regaining EM appeal in 2026; large cap performance, earnings visibility key
Large caps are expected to outperform mid- and small-cap stocks, driven by relative valuation comfort. Mid-cap and small-cap indices, despite correcting since September 2024, are still trading at approximately 40% and 20% premiums, respectively, to the Nifty 50—well above historical averages, where small caps typically traded at a discount.
BUSINESS
MC Markets Poll: Indian equities likely to outperform global peers in 2026; FII flows may stabilise after extended sell-off
Overall, the poll suggests market experts remain constructive on Indian equities in 2026, betting on relative outperformance driven by domestic growth and improving earnings visibility, even as foreign inflows remain a key variable to watch.
BUSINESS
Samir Arora-backed Helios dumps IndiGo, books gains in Urban Company; scales up PhysicsWallah and new-age bets
The Flexi-cap fund has also completely deployed its cash with cash holdings at 0.92 percent, down from 2.6 percent in November
BUSINESS
2026 will see improvement in earnings growth; IT, consumption, materials are 'dark horses': ABSL AMC's Harish Krishnan
Speaking at the fund house’s annual market outlook presentation, Krishnan said the easy gains of the post-pandemic rally are behind the market.
BUSINESS
Gold, growth, fund flows: The investor beliefs that data debunks
From the gold-versus-equities debate to the assumption that high growth guarantees high returns, a close look at long-term data should make investors rethink what really drives long-term performance, says DSP Asset Manager’s Netra report
BUSINESS
Stock-specific opportunities will matter more than market-cap trends in 2026: Axis MF’s Shreyash Devalkar
A large part of that underperformance has already played out through valuation correction. Because of the underperformance, India’s valuation premium over emerging markets has come down sharply, Devalkar said.
BUSINESS
SEBI in the process of constituting a working group to develop a tech roadmap for MIIs: SEBI Chair
This roadmap will provide a structured five-year and ten-year strategic technology vision for the securities market ecosystem, said Tuhin Kanta Pandey
BUSINESS
Cigarette stocks shed nearly Rs 60,000 crore in market cap as experts flag near-term volume risk after excise hike
Analysts say the focus in the coming quarter will be on actual volumes under the new duty, management’s approach to price pass-through, and consumer demand trends.
BUSINESS
Fund managers cautiously optimistic on 2026; stock selection to drive returns
While fund managers broadly agree on the improving macro backdrop, sector preferences show sharper divergence, reinforcing the view that 2026 will reward bottom-up stock selection rather than thematic bets.
BUSINESS
Earnings growth to drive equity returns in 2026, not valuation re-rating: Kotak AMC’s Nilesh Shah
On strategy, Shah emphasized: “Follow the dharma of asset allocation—diversify across equity, debt, real estate, and precious metals with discipline. Reset SIP expectations to realistic levels, focus on quality growth at reasonable prices, and stay invested through volatility. India’s story is far from over; patience and selectivity will reward in 2026.”
BUSINESS
2025 in review: SIFs make debut, Sebi overhauls MF regulations as equities, commodities lead gains
Equity schemes remained popular, recording net inflows of Rs 3.22 lakh crore between January and November. Monthly inflows held strong, with Rs 29,911 crore in November, Rs 24,690 crore in October, and Rs 30,422 crore in September. Inflows peaked in July at Rs 42,702 crore, supported by retail sentiment and SIP contributions.
BUSINESS
60% of 2025 NFO launches were passive, but active schemes saw higher mobilisation
Across the year, 72 index fund launches mobilised roughly Rs 6,424 crore. March was the standout month, when 11 index fund NFOs alone raised Rs 2,049 crore, forming the bulk of passive inflows for the year.
BUSINESS
Digital gold: What you should know before investing
Digital gold makes buying and holding gold simple, but it also comes with its own set of costs, risks, and regulatory gaps. Here’s a closer look at what investors need to know.
BUSINESS
Global investing: Here is all that Indian investors need to know
Indian investors now have multiple avenues to access global markets, each with its own products, platforms, costs, taxation rules, and risks. Understanding these options is crucial before investing.
BUSINESS
Digital gold volumes cross 940 million YTD; November value declines
Digital gold volumes have remained strong because investors can buy in very small amounts, especially as rising gold prices have made physical coins and bars expensive, says an analyst
BUSINESS
India’s market infrastructure hits Rs 700 bn in FY25; Jefferies sees demat accounts racing to 304 million by FY28
Jefferies noted that younger investors are driving incremental participation, with investors below 30 years accounting for about 40% of the investor base in FY25, compared with roughly 20% in the pre-pandemic period. IPO activity has also contributed to new investor additions.
BUSINESS
Mutual fund expense ratio: What it really pays for and why SEBI’s latest changes matter
A key change is the replacement of the Total Expense Ratio with Base Expense Ratio. Sebi has kept external levies such as GST, stamp duty, Securities Transaction Tax, Commodity Transaction Tax, and other statutory charges outside the BER. As a result, the BER will now only include fund-level costs such as management fees.
BUSINESS
Industry welcomes revised expense rules, but could distributors feel the pinch?
Industry participants say the answer is not straightforward and will take time to assess. While expense caps have been lowered, asset management companies (AMCs) are unlikely to absorb the entire impact
INDIA
ICICI Pru AMC files draft documents for two SIFs with SEBI
At present, SEBI has permitted seven investment strategies across equity, debt and hybrid asset classes under the SIF framework.
