Page 4 - Market Interviews

Additional rate cuts may offer diminishing returns: Vetri Subramaniam

SIP investors must diversify across market caps, with largecaps better for lump-sum bets amid high mid-smallcap valuations, says Subramaniam

GST reforms a mini budget; market risk greater in mid, smallcaps: S Naren

The current market cycle, Naren said, does not resemble earlier periods. Today, the macroeconomic situation is extremely strong, which was not the case in the past

'Regulatory clarity key to India's crypto growth over the next 18 months'

Ashish Singhal, Co-founder of CoinSwitch, believes that India needs a balanced approach to the crypto markets-emphasizing smart regulation, robust security standards, and ongoing investor education

GST cut a partial cushion against trade headwinds, says Mahesh Nandurkar

GST rate cuts are definitely positive for consumption, especially with the festival season approaching, says Nandurkar

India's underperformance vs global markets about to end: Seshadri Sen

With a GST 2.0-led demand recovery expected in the Indian economy, Seshadri Sen, head of research and strategist at Emkay Global sees the period of stock markets's underperformance coming to an end

GST cut next level of reform; 2025 a tricky year for investors: Vijay Kedia

The GST reforms could revive consumption-driven sectors like automobiles, FMCG, and discretionary goods, which have been under pressure, says Kedia

Access, education, personalisation to shape retail investing: Religare CEO

After an initial dip in Q3 and Q4 of FY25, we can now see volumes and client activity are starting to stabilise, says Gurpreet Sidana, chief executive officer at Religare Broking

'Resist chasing rallies, stay disciplined, and let compounding work'

India's consumption story remains the most reliable theme for the next decade, says Inderbir Singh Jolly, chief executive officer at PL Wealth Management in an exclusive interview

Markets continue to ignore impending risks: Pramod Gubbi of Marcellus

The incremental buyer in the market is primarily the retail investor - either directly or via mutual funds (MFs) - which makes the market even less reflective of these events in reality

Market complacent on tariffs; additional 25% pure hypocrisy: Nilesh Shah

If someone wants 25 per cent returns, I don't see opportunities. For high single-digit or low double-digit returns, there are plenty, says Nilesh Shah of Kotak AMC in this exclusive interview.

Capital support for defence, aerospace sectors critical, says Ravi Kapoor

The fund is focused on aerospace & defence, along with allied areas such as space and communications, says Kapoor

Build a portfolio of equities, fixed income, precious metals: Taher Badshah

'Build portfolio of equities, fixed income, precious metals'

Tariff worries? Allocate 40-50% to Sensex or Nifty basket: G Chokkalingam

The continued normal monsoon, falling inflation, and the S&P Global Ratings upgrade also contributed to the market recovery despite the US tariff threats, said Chokkalingam

MF AUM has potential to reach 50% of GDP in 20 years, says Amfi CEO

Chalasani believes the industry body has played a pivotal role in popularising MFs and ensuring transparency and high governance standards at AMCs

AMCs that create value for investors will grow: DSP Mutual Fund MD & CEO

I have been an investor since 1998, and in both the best and worst of times, there has never been a day without worries or opportunities, says Kalpen Parekh, MD and CEO of DSP Mutual Fund (MF)

Motilal Oswal explains why stock market investing is about trust, not fear

Lunch with BS: Motilal Oswal MD & CEO, Motilal Oswal Financial Services

There's ample room for new entrants in equity exchange: NCDEX MD & CEO

With a strong rural connect, cutting-edge risk management systems, and a clear growth vision, the exchange sees vast untapped potential beyond India's metros, says Arun Raste

Caution name of the game in Indian markets, says Manishi Raychaudhuri

With tariff uncertainties, weakening earnings, and premium valuations, investors are urged to adopt selective stock-picking strategies while awaiting clearer market triggers.

Use any tariff-triggered market correction to buy, says Jitendra Gohil

India is in a unique position where the return on equity for BSE 500 companies is among the best globally, second only to the US, says Gohil

Trump tariffs to hit exports; 7% upside in Nifty till Dec '25: Satish Menon

Markets are currently concerned about weak Q1 earnings and a faltering trade deal discussion between the US and India, Menon said, which may severely impact domestic exports