At a time when global uncertainties are mounting, India stands out. Real GDP growth at 7.8%, record GST collections, and stable inflation. All this resulted in India’s sovereign rating being upgraded by Fitch after 18 years. What differentiates India from rest of others is its strong domestic consumption (60% of GDP), strategic policy frameworks, a diversified economy, and an active approach to modernisation in critical sectors such as manufacturing and services.

The first thing you do when you walk into a room is make a visual expression. And for Gen Z and millennials, sneakers do just that! Indians have a new obsession with the sneaker culture and they are going crazy to get their hands on the limited-edition pairs. The interesting thing is, they are investing (and not just buying) sneakers. This may sound surprising to many, so here’s a peek into India’s fast-growing sneaker market.

In FY25, India Inc. demonstrated remarkable resilience amid global headwinds. The sharpest rebound came in Q4, marking a recovery from earlier earnings softness. A defining theme of the year was the significant earnings outperformance of mid- and small-cap (SMID) companies compared to large-caps, with SMIDs leading in 15 out of 19 sectors. The article deep dive into sectoral and segmental key factors that drove FY25 earnings.

A few technical formations are as popular or sought after as the elusive ‘Cup and Handle’ formation. A bullish signal, it helps identify high-potential trading opportunities. Learn its structure and see a practical application through PAYTM, poised for a potential breakout. While powerful for identifying strategic entry points and projecting targets, always remember that no pattern is foolproof.

Luxury brands in India are increasingly generating a significant portion of their revenue from tier 2 and 3 cities. As India’s luxury market is projected to grow to approximately $90 billion by 2030, 3.5x its current size, this shift in consumer behaviour is playing a pivotal role. Both Indian and global luxury brands are now focusing on establishing their presence in these markets, recognizing the immense potential of the expanding affluent consumer base.

Dixon Technologies and Vivo India have announced a joint venture to establish an OEM facility in India, focusing on manufacturing smartphones and electronics for Vivo. The facility may also offer OEM services to other brands like Samsung, Xiaomi, Motorola, Oppo, Transsion, Google, and Nothing.

Reliance Jio Infocomm Limited, part of Mukesh Ambani's Reliance Industries, is generating significant attention ahead of its highly anticipated IPO launch. Expected to be the largest IPO in India’s history, it is set to surpass Hyundai Motor India's ₹27,870 crore ($3.3 billion) IPO from October 2024. Jio's IPO could set new records on Dalal Street and boost investor confidence in India’s equity markets.

In many cases, investors practising DIY investing typically look at the short-term performance of these funds and invest in schemes that have done well for the past few years. And some of them tend to bet pretty heavily on short-term performance.