According to the NSE's holiday calendar for 2026, the next stock market holiday will be on September 14, 2026, on account of Ganesh Chaturthi. August 15 (Independence Day) falls on a Saturday.

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ICICI Securities says Indian equities may be emerging from a prolonged weak phase as valuations ease, growth improves and key macro risks recede

Equity markets around the world continue to be on a tear. The MSCI Global Equity Index is close to its lifetime highs, up a staggering 30 per cent over the last year. But it is not just equities; all asset classes have thrived in recent months.

Assets of passive funds tracking the Nifty IT index have risen 23 per cent over the past year despite a sharp correction, signalling strong investor interest in the sector

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Easing crude oil prices, strong demand and IndiGo's expansion plans are expected to boost earnings, while lower fuel costs could improve margins across the aviation sector

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According to a recent India Meteorological Department (IMD) release, India recorded 45.6 mm of rainfall by June 20 against the seasonal normal of 84.4 mm, resulting in a 46 per cent shortfall.

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In its latest direction, the central bank has dropped a provision defining the "indirect receipt of public funds"

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Indian IT firms hit their lowest Nifty 50 weight in over two decades as AI disruption fears and a sector-wide selloff erode market influence

IT weighting in Nifty drops to record low amid prolonged sector selloff

Small- and mid-cap fund SIP returns have rebounded sharply, raising hopes of renewed retail investor interest after a moderation in key MF growth indicators

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The brokerage says elevated valuations, stronger opportunities in developed markets and the rise of AI-related investments could limit foreign inflows into Indian equities

Nitin Bhasin, Head – Institutional Equities, Ambit Capital

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