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Nestle among Nuvama's top 5 consumer picks after Q4 earnings season. Do you own any?
Nestle is among Nuvama's top consumer picks following strong Q4 earnings, driven by resilient rural and urban demand. Despite challenges like unseasonal weather impacting seasonal products, the brokerage highlighted Nestle, Asian Paints, Pidilite Industries, Berger Paints, and Marico as key investment opportunities in the sector.
INR losses momentum as dollar index spikes above 100 mark
The Indian rupee slipped in opening trades on Monday tracking sharp spike in dollar index above 100 mark. Dollar index spiked above 100 for the first time in two months following a strong jobs data, driving sooner than expected rate hike by Fed. INR opened at Rs 95.35 per dollar and hit a high of 95.28 so far during the day. On Friday, rupee ended at 95.18. Indian shares are seen opening sharply lower on Monday as investors weigh weak global cues and escalating Middle East tension against strong domestic GDP data as well as the Indian government's decision eliminating the 12.5 percent long term capital gains tax on foreign institutional investment in government bonds. India's economy grew an unexpectedly strong 7.8% year-on-year in the January-March quarter, the government said on Friday, as robust private investment, farm output and construction activity offset the early impact of the Middle East conflict.
Dollar index witnesses massive surge to 2-month high beyond 100 mark
The US dollar index surged above 100 mark on Friday to a two month high following strong US jobs report that increased possibility of a Federal Reserve interest rate hike soon. Jobs data showed the US economy added 172,000 positions in May, far exceeding forecasts. The report pushed Treasury yields higher, with the 10-year yield rising above 4.5% fueling concerns that elevated borrowing costs could weigh on economic growth and investment. Meanwhile, lack of any concrete settlement on US and Iran war front that is keeping oil prices elevated is also adding to inflationary pressures and flocking inventors to dollar for respite. US stocks also slumped on Friday after a strong jobs report consolidated the outlook of restrictive interest rates, while chip producers extended their selloff. The dollar index that measures the greenback against a basket of currencies ended the week at 100.03, up 0.67% on the day.
Marcellus launches global equities fund in GIFT City, targets AI, defence and luxury themes
Marcellus Investment Managers has launched a global equities fund through GIFT City, offering Indian investors access to overseas stocks. The fund targets defence, power, AI-led infrastructure and luxury themes, enabling dollar-denominated investing, diversification and exposure to long-term global growth opportunities.
Wall Street Giants Lose Out to Taiwan Rivals in New Wealth Race
Global asset management giants are being squeezed out in the race for a piece a $300 billion retail investment boom in Taiwan, surpassed by nimbler domestic competitors with massive brokerage networks.
Largecaps offer safety, midcaps provide growth: Axis AMC’s R Sivakumar
R Sivakumar, Chief Investment Officer at Axis Asset Management, believes the weakness in India's economy is cyclical and not structural. He expects growth to improve as the impact of past fiscal tightening and interest rate hikes fades. Sivakumar said retail investors have shown remarkable discipline by continuing SIPs and increasing investments during market corrections. He also advocated a balanced approach to investing, saying largecaps provide valuation comfort while midcaps continue to benefit from stronger earnings growth.
Manglam Group’s Pink West clocks ₹300 crore in sales, highlighting demand for premium commercial spaces
Rajasthan's real estate is booming, with Manglam Group leading the charge with its ambitious commercial project, Pink West. This premium high-street destination in Jaipur offers a blend of retail, hospitality, and corporate spaces, aiming to redefine the city's commercial landscape. The project boasts significant sales and strategic location, promising strong investment potential.
How Charlie Munger found an ideal investment option during the global financial crisis in 2008?
What began as a contrarian investment during one of the worst financial crises eventually turned into a multi-billion-dollar success story, with Berkshire reportedly earning profits of around $10 billion by the time it substantially exited the investment in 2025.
CMR Green public offer to open on June 3; CIL retail book subscribed 1.5x
CMR Green's IPO opens June 3, Coal India's OFS sees strong retail demand, while Mahindra Manulife enters the specialised investment fund space
Rupee opens 14 paise higher at 95.55 against US dollar
The Indian rupee strengthened to 95.55 against the US dollar, bolstered by US-Iran ceasefire talks. However, cautious traders face pressure from dollar outflows and foreign investment withdrawals. Crude oil fell, amid mixed signals regarding US-Iran negotiations, .
Coal India OFS gets good demand amid green energy risks
Coal India's offer for sale opens for retail investors amidst a conflicting investment narrative. While the state-owned miner boasts strong financials and a consistent dividend track record, concerns over its long-term prospects due to the global shift towards renewable energy persist. Non-retail investors showed strong demand, subscribing 8.14 times on the first day.
Hari Gopalakrishnan, Nicholas Macksey appointed as EQT's co-heads of private capital Asia business
Swedish fund EQT has appointed Hari Gopalakrishnan and Nicholas Macksey as co-heads of its Private Capital Asia business, following Jean Eric Salata's elevation to EQT Group chair. Both long-serving executives have been instrumental in building EQT's Asia franchise. Asia presents compelling long-term investment opportunities, particularly in technology and services.