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Barbell Strategy For Fixed Income: Here's What Debt Fund Managers Use To Navigate Yield Volatility — Explained
According to Basant Bafna of Mirae Asset Mutual Fund, the 'barbell' strategy broadly involves allocating money at both ends of the duration spectrum rather than concentrating investments in the middle.
Top Gainers & Losers on May 25: HFCL, Adani Power, Eicher Motors, OLA, Tata Motors, HPCL among top gainers
Indian markets ended May 25 with strong gains, as Nifty 50 rose 1.4% and BSE Sensex climbed 1.42%, driven by falling oil prices and optimism for a US-Iran peace deal. Broader indices also showed positive trends amidst improved risk sentiment.
Stocks to buy or sell: Dharmesh Shah of ICICI Sec suggests buying Tata Motors PV, BHEL shares on 25 May
Domestic benchmark indices opened higher on May 25, buoyed by Brent crude prices dropping below $100 per barrel and optimism over a potential Iran peace deal. Nifty 50 rose 0.94% and BSE Sensex gained 1.02%. Analysts recommend buying Tata Motors and BHEL shares.
INR rebounds under Rs 96/$ mark tracking positive cues from local equities
The Indian rupee rose for the second consecutive session on Friday to close at 95.73 (provisional) against the US dollar on softening of crude oil prices and supposed intervention by the Reserve Bank. Markets found some comfort after comments from US Secretary of State Marco Rubio hinted that diplomatic talks linked to the Iran situation were moving in a constructive direction. Moreover, positive domestic equities and a decline in US treasury yields also supported the rupee. Indian shares ended modestly higher on Friday, giving up some early gains amid renewed optimism about U.S.-Iran talks. The NIFTY 50 and BSE Sensex settled higher, with the Sensex up 231.99 points (0.31%) to end at 75,415.35 and the NIFTY adding 64.60 points (0.27%) to close at 23,719.30.
Oil may surge to $120/bbl if West Asia conflict drags on: Citi’s Drew Pettit
Oil can still rise to $120 a barrel, warns Drew Pettit, Director-US Equity Strategy/ETF Analysis & Strategy Research at Citi, who believes markets are underestimating the risk of a prolonged West Asia crisis. He says oil, not Fed policy, remains the key driver for global equities, inflation and risk assets. Pettit remains bullish on the AI boom, citing strong momentum in Nvidia, semiconductor and infrastructure plays, while favouring Korea and Taiwan over India in emerging markets.
Top Gainers & Losers on May 19: Triveni Turbine, Tata Tech, Angel One, OLA, Coforge, Vodafone Idea among top gainers
On May 19, the Indian stock market remained range-bound despite positive opening, with the Nifty 50 closing down 0.23%. The broader market outperformed benchmarks, led by Nifty IT's 3.18% gain. Financial stocks struggled, while geopolitical developments around Iran influenced oil prices.
Block deal: JSW Energy sells Rs 3,150 crore JSW Steel stake to GQG, SBI Mutual Fund
JSW Energy has divested a portion of its JSW Steel stake for Rs 3,150 crore to fund its aggressive power generation expansion. The company aims to reach 30 GW capacity by 2030, bolstered by both renewable and thermal power projects. This strategic move enhances capital allocation and supports long-term growth initiatives.
Q4 Results This Week: IOC, BPCL, ITC, Lenskart among 150 others report earnings as season winds down
As many as 150 companies, including Ola Electric, Indian Oil Corporation, Lenskart, LG Electronics India, Nykaa, along with Nifty 50 names such as Hindalco, ITC, BEL, among others will be reporting their fourth quarter results this week as the earnings season enters its final stages for this period. Here's a look at the complete list:
Market Trading Guide: 2 stock ideas for Monday with up to 8% near-term gains
Nifty ended lower on Friday, breaking a two-session winning streak as banking, metal and realty stocks dragged the index below the 23,800 zone. Analysts see a bearish setup with resistance at key EMAs and support near 23,500. Amid volatility, two technical stock picks, Kirloskar Oil and Wheels India, signal short-term upside potential of up to 8% with defined stop losses.
Private banks top pick for FY27; RBI rate hike likely in second half of the year: ICICI Pru Life
Jitendra Arora, Chief Equity & Fund Manager at ICICI Prudential Life Insurance, says large private banks are his top sector bet for FY27, with an RBI rate hike likely in H2. He also likes power generation and select EPC stocks. On the broader market, he says domestic flows are acting as a buffer against FII selling, keeping indices range-bound. On metals, he advises holding existing positions but not adding fresh. Disclaimer: The views and investment tips expressed by investment experts on CNBCTV18.com are their own and not that of the website or its management. CNBCTV18.com advises users to check with certified experts before taking any investment decisions.
Top Gainers & Losers on May 15: HUDCO, Muthoot Finance, Voltas, IOCL, Vedanta, HAL, Aditya Infotech among top losers
On May 15, Indian markets declined, with Nifty down 0.18% and Sensex down 0.25%. Selling in financial and metal stocks offset IT sector gains. The rupee hit a record low of 96.5 against the dollar, influenced by foreign investor withdrawals and rising crude oil prices.
Dalal Street set for negative opening as GIFT Nifty trades lower
Nifty closed at 23,690 on Thursday. IT shares faced pressure from global AI competition. Markets will watch West Asia conflict, energy prices, and foreign fund flows. A move above 23,800 could boost Nifty higher. Failure to hold this level may bring selling pressure. India VIX fell. SAIL and Kaynes are in F&O ban. Foreign investors bought shares.