Samvat 2082: Investors likely to see up to 15% returns from equities

Pickup in earnings growth and sustained foreign flows hold key

After a year of modest returns, equity investors may anticipate gains of 10-15 per cent in Samvat 2082, which began on Tuesday. 

Although valuations have moderated from their peaks a year earlier, they remain above long-term averages, potentially limiting sharp upsides. Analysts say the trajectory of corporate earnings, economic growth, and the pace of foreign portfolio inflows will be key factors shaping market performance over the coming year. 

In Samvat 2081, benchmark indices paused after two strong years, with the Nifty and Sensex recording modest gains of 6.8 per cent and 5.8 per cent, respectively. The broader Nifty Midcap 100