Earnings season not as weak as feared, downgrade cycle may be ending: Nitin Raheja

Earnings season not as weak as feared, downgrade cycle may be ending: Nitin Raheja

“That’s a positive sign as we look ahead, because the so-called slowdown in the economy may not be as severe as many had feared. This could mean that as we move into the second half of the year, the worst of the downgrade cycle may be behind us, and we might even start to see … Read more

Cement sector sees 5% price surge in Q1FY26; UltraTech, JK Cement top buy

Cement sector sees 5% price surge in Q1FY26; UltraTech, JK Cement top buy

The Indian cement sector has shown notable resilience in recent months, with pricing trends remaining robust despite a generally subdued demand environment. As of May 2025, the all-India average cement price has risen by INR 5 per bag on a month-on-month basis and by INR 16 per bag quarter-to-date in the first quarter of FY26, … Read more

Thematic funds, multicap, flexicap can be top focus for August: Baroda BNP Paribas Mutual Fund

Thematic funds, multicap, flexicap can be top focus for August: Baroda BNP Paribas Mutual Fund

Equity mutual funds, which are investment vehicles that combine funds from numerous investors for investing in stocks, demonstrated strong performance in July. During this time frame, these funds generated returns of around 11%, showcasing their potential for attractive financial gains. As of July, the market offered a varied selection of 615 equity and equity-oriented mutual … Read more