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Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Thursday
Indian stock markets, Sensex and Nifty, experienced a significant downturn on Wednesday. Both indices closed nearly 2% lower. This decline followed a surge in crude oil prices and heightened tensions in West Asia. Foreign fund outflows and selling in major bank stocks also contributed to the market's fall. Investors are now awaiting key inflation data from the US and India.

Goldman Sachs sees Nifty at 29,300 in the next 12 months
Goldman Sachs Chief Global Strategist Peter Oppenheimer says strong earnings growth and a supportive domestic macro environment could support Indian markets although geopolitical tensions and rising oil prices may create short-term volatility. While high valuations globally might cause market corrections, he does not expect a prolonged bear market.
Mutual Fund Inflows Stay Strong In February 2026 Despite Stock Market Volatility - Samco
Mutual Fund Inflows Stay Strong In February 2026 Despite Stock Market VolatilitySamco
Iran war boosts gold, silver appeal; Tata MF advises staggered buying
Tata Mutual Fund advises staggered investment in gold and silver as the Iran conflict fuels geopolitical uncertainty and strengthens safe-haven demand
MFs pull back: Stakes cut in 11 smallcap stocks in Q3 after two quarters of buying
Mutual funds have sold shares in 67 BSE small-cap companies. This move follows two quarters of buying. Many of these stocks have seen their prices drop significantly this fiscal year. Some have gained substantially. However, the focus is on the major losers. This shift in mutual fund strategy warrants investor attention.
India’s equity mutual fund inflows rise after 2-month lull on earnings, US trade deal - Reuters
India’s equity mutual fund inflows rise after 2-month lull on earnings, US trade dealReuters
Everyone selling IT stocks after record crash, but this Rs 1.3 lakh crore mutual fund doing the exact opposite
While foreign investors fled India's IT sector, dumping Rs 17,000 crore in February, the PPFAS Flexicap Fund made a bold contrarian move. The fund aggressively bought shares in HCL Technologies, Infosys, and TCS, despite AI fears causing the Nifty IT index to plunge. This strategic accumulation contrasts sharply with analyst downgrades and widespread sector pessimism.

Nifty may consolidate for three months; 23,800 key support, 25,500 possible on rebound: CLSA
Nifty could remain in a consolidation phase for the next three months, with 23,800 acting as a key support level, according to Laurence Balanco of CLSA. He said the index has held this support so far, which remains constructive for the broader trend. In the near term, a relief rally could push Nifty towards 25,500. Short-term market swings are likely to be driven by developments in West Asia and movements in oil prices.
Blood on the street? What the fog of every past war tells us about Nifty's next move
Indian markets have shown resilience despite geopolitical conflicts. Historical data indicates that markets recover after initial fear. Investors are advised to stay invested and consider domestic consumption stocks. Defence and pharmaceuticals are also seen as stable sectors. Patience is key as market recoveries follow geopolitical events.

Market correction: Flexi-cap funds fall up to 23% in nearly 18 months; large caps decline over 12%
Indian equities downturn since September 2024 impacted mutual funds. Large-cap funds fell 6.98%, flexi-cap funds declined 8.67%. Motilal Oswal Large Cap Fund had the smallest decline at -1.16%. Samco Flexi Cap Fund dropped 23.38%.
Domestic investors control 36% of free float Nifty 50 market capitalisation, says SEBI Chairman
Individuals and domestic mutual funds together now hold about 36 per cent of the free float market capitalisation of Nifty 50 companies, said SEBI Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey, addressing the 30th anniversary of Nifty 50 at the National Stock Exchange (NSE).

DSP Mutual Fund flags global shifts, expensive midcaps, IT lag: How investors may position portfolios
DSP Mutual Fund advises caution and diversification amid market risks like rising oil prices and high US equity valuations. AI spending by tech giants drives global markets.