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Consumption, large-cap financials offer better risk-reward than midcaps: Axis Mutual Fund
While Axis Mutual Fund's Head of Equity, Shreyash Devalkar, remains positive on the long-term manufacturing and capital goods story, he cautioned that elevated valuations could lead to corrections. He also said large-cap stocks currently offer a better risk-reward profile than mid- and small-caps.

SEBI mulls extending net fund settlement framework to mutual funds
SEBI is considering allowing mutual funds to settle their stock market transactions on a net basis, a move that could improve cash management and reduce the need for short-term borrowing. The proposal comes after the regulator introduced a similar system for foreign portfolio investors.

From AI to SIPs: Edelweiss Mutual Fund's Radhika Gupta on what investors should watch now
Radhika Gupta of Edelweiss Mutual Fund urges balanced investing amid AI and geopolitical risks, highlighting sector bets and India’s improving earnings outlook.

ICICI Pru's S Naren expects moderate market returns, backs gold in diversified portfolios
S Naren, Executive Director and CIO of ICICI Prudential AMC, which managed funds worth $3 billion as of May 31, 2026, said improving macro conditions have strengthened India's outlook but global AI-led capital flows continue to favour overseas markets. Naren reiterated his preference for diversified multi-asset investing over concentrated equity or standalone gold ETF exposure.

ICICI Prudential Mutual Fund raises stake to 5.24% in Container Corporation of India - livemint.com
ICICI Prudential Mutual Fund raises stake to 5.24% in Container Corporation of Indialivemint.com
S Naren explains why people should not invest in Gold and Silver at this point
S. Naren, Executive Director and CIO of ICICI Prudential AMC, which managed funds worth $3 billion as of May 31, 2026, said investors who rushed into precious metal ETFs earlier this year ignored asset allocation principles and have since faced losses. He said gold remains useful for portfolio diversification, but prefers exposure through multi-asset funds, while warning that a potential cut in the 15% customs duty could weigh on returns from standalone gold and silver investments.

Sukanya Samriddhi vs Mutual Fund SIP For A Girl Child: What Gives Better Returns?
SSY remains one of the best government-backed savings schemes for a girl child.
Prudential HCL Health Insurance gets IRDAI nod
India's health insurance sector welcomes a new player as Prudential HCL Health Insurance receives regulatory approval. This joint venture, backed by Prudential Group Holdings and HCL Group, aims to tap into the growing demand for medical cover. The approval also signals broader regulatory changes, including new accounting standards and a policyholder protection fund. Prudential's presence in India is significantly expanding with this new health insurance arm.
Indian markets are not fragile; tepid Q1 earnings priced in: Radhika Gupta
Markets are either portrayed as unstoppable or extremely fragile, whereas the truth generally lies somewhere in between, says Radhika Gupta of Edelweiss Mutual Fund.

MFs wary of Sebi plan to allow celeb ads, cite mis-selling, edge for big entities
Sebi's proposal to let mutual fund houses use celebrity endorsements has sparked a debate over investor protection and competition. While supporters say it could bring in more first-time investors, critics fear higher mis-selling risks and a growing advantage for large fund houses.
Axis MF unveils digital solution to unlock ₹25 trillion MSME opportunity
Asset manager launches Axis Account Plus, a digital treasury management solution that enables MSMEs to invest surplus working capital seamlessly in liquid and mutual fund schemes

Healthcare, banks and EVs remain long-term bets: Invesco Mutual Fund's Taher Badshah
Taher Badshah, Chief Investment Officer at Invesco Mutual Fund, expects EV adoption to increase gradually with policy support, while opportunities are emerging in power distribution alongside transmission. Badshah also said SIP inflows remain stable and mutual fund industry trends are not showing signs of concern.