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Citi CEO Jane Fraser explains what makes India stand out
Citi CEO Jane Fraser praised India’s focus on energy security, digitalisation and execution-led growth, highlighting the success of India Stack and the country’s renewable energy ambitions. Discussing global challenges, she noted that geopolitical tensions, trade disputes and economic imbalances remain key concerns. Fraser said the upcoming G7 discussions are likely to focus on diversification, stronger global partnerships and harnessing the opportunities of artificial intelligence.
Rohit Srivastava sees market near key support, favors metals and pharma
Rohit Srivastava, Founder of Indiacharts and Strike Money, believes Indian markets are nearing a critical support zone and may be in the final phase of the current pullback. He says the broader market remains resilient despite weakness in benchmark indices, which supports the case for a rebound. Srivastava remains positive on metals and pharma stocks, cautious on IT and FMCG, and expects the RBI to focus on liquidity measures rather than rate hikes amid global uncertainties.
AI, quick commerce are reshaping how India spends on advertising: WPP Media's Prasanth Kumar
India's advertising market will grow in 2026. Marketers face unprecedented volatility, juggling many challenges. Despite global tensions and inflation, the outlook remains positive. New platforms and AI are changing the advertising landscape. Brands focus on long-term growth and immediate results. Agencies will adapt to automation, focusing on higher-value tasks.
ET Alpha Wealth Summit: What's next for markets, AI and India's growth story?
Leading investors will convene at the ET Alpha Wealth Summit in Mumbai on June 4 to dissect market trends and identify opportunities. Discussions will focus on artificial intelligence's impact on India's IT sector and the nation's economic trajectory, alongside the durability of India's growth story amidst global uncertainties.
India's earnings outlook is healthy, but AI boom draws global investors elsewhere: Morgan Stanley
Jonathan Garner, Chief Asia and Emerging Market Equity Strategist at Morgan Stanley, said passive funds that track benchmark indices are increasingly allocating capital to Taiwan and South Korea, where earnings momentum is strongest, while reducing exposure to India and China due to relatively weaker earnings growth.
Dalal Street set for cautious opening as GIFT Nifty trades lower
Indian stocks saw a slight recovery on Tuesday. The Nifty index rose by 0.4%. Analysts expect the market to trade within a range due to global uncertainty and foreign investor selling. Investor focus remains on the RBI monetary policy. IT stocks are also in the spotlight due to positive AI commentary and global tech strength.
NHPC offer plugs into green energy appeal, more suited for patient play
NHPC's offer for sale is underway. Analysts suggest it offers long-term potential for patient investors. The government is divesting up to 6% of its stake. The offer opened for non-retail investors with strong demand. The floor price is set at ₹71 per share. This move aligns with global energy security focus and domestic clean energy infrastructure investments.
Structural growth drivers continue to attract investor interest in mid, small-caps
As global markets face geopolitical tensions, India's mid and small-cap stocks show remarkable resilience and growth potential. With a focus on innovative sectors, these companies present unique investment opportunities.
Renaissance Investment CIO sees value in IT, autos and financials
Pankaj Murarka, CEO & CIO of Renaissance Investment Managers, says the global AI investment boom could benefit Indian IT services as enterprise adoption rises. He believes fear-driven selling in IT stocks is fading and sees value emerging in the sector. Murarka is also positive on autos, EV-linked themes, energy and financials over the medium term, while cautioning that some AI and power infrastructure stocks are difficult to justify on traditional valuations.
Wipro shares in focus on deal to acquire additional stake in Aggne Global for $28.5 million. Check details
Wipro is set to acquire an additional 20% stake in US-based insurtech company Aggne Global Inc for $28.5 million, increasing its ownership to 80%. This move aims to bolster Wipro's position in the insurance sector, particularly in AI-led transformation solutions for the P&C segment. The transaction is expected to conclude by June 5.
Tega Industries shares in focus after completing $1.5 billion acquisition of Molycop
Tega Industries, in partnership with funds managed by affiliates of Apollo Global Management, has acquired Molycop from an affiliate of American Industrial Partners in a transaction valued at approximately $1.5 billion.
Dalal Street set to open lower amid sharp decline in GIFT Nifty
Indian equities faced pressure on Monday, mirroring Friday's weakness, with Nifty declining 0.7%. Analysts anticipate a range-bound market with a slight negative bias due to persistent FII selling and global uncertainties. Focus is expected to shift to stock-specific opportunities in the midcap segment.