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Too early to call market bottom; prefer gradual investing via SIPs and funds: Anand Shah
Anand Shah of ICICI Prudential AMC, which manages funds worth ₹28,318 crore as of February 28, 2026, advises investors to avoid deploying cash aggressively as markets may not have bottomed yet. He recommends gradual allocation through SIPs or staggered investments, using a mix of ETFs and mutual funds rather than direct stock picking. Amid inflation, rising energy prices, and global shifts, Shah prefers value over growth and asset-heavy businesses. Commodity producers may benefit, while consumers like autos could face pressure.
SEBI’s new shareholding norms may boost mega IPOs: Bhavesh Shah
Bhavesh Shah, MD & Head of Investment Banking at Equirus Capital, says SEBI’s eased public shareholding norms will help large companies launch mega IPOs while reducing dilution pressure at listing. By allowing companies more time to reach 25% public ownership, the move can improve price stability and attract investor demand over time, potentially boosting large listings such as the National Stock Exchange of India and Reliance Jio. Disclosure: RIL, the promoter of Reliance Jio, also controls Network18, the parent company of CNBCTV18.com.