Investment Strategies

Smallcaps may see more pain in 2026; Nifty target at 30,548: Vikram Kasat

Mid-caps are poised to lead over large- and small-caps in 2026, driven by double-digit FY27 earnings and FPI inflows, though outperformance margins may narrow, said Vikram Kasat of PL Capital

Markets in 2026: Avendus Wealth's Saurabh Rungta decodes an ideal portfolio

Corporate earnings growth is expected to sustain in the mid-teens for FY27. If markets follow earnings growth trajectory, we see Nifty around 28,500-30,000 by end-2026, Rungta said

How to play the capital market theme? Analysts prefer Exchanges over AMCs

Capital market stocks to buy in India: Analysts prefer exchanges and intermediaries over AMCs citing strong operating leverage, rising retail participation, record SIP inflows

YES Sec picks top hotel stocks as it sees higher room rates in metro cities

Hotel prices in India's metro cities are likely to remain firm due to limited supply additions, even as higher room availability in tier-2 markets may cap rate growth, YES Securities said.

Breakout rally ahead? InCred Equities predicts 25% upside in Nifty SmallCap

Nifty SmallCap index outlook: The SmallCap index is on the verge of a breakout on technical charts with a one-year target of 21,300-22,200 -- a 20-25 per cent upside from current levels

Large vs mid vs smallcaps: Which stocks may see Santa Claus rally in Dec?

Where to invest now: Indian markets have seen Santa Clause rallies, data shows. Since 2001, the Nifty 50 has delivered positive returns in 17 of the 24 years

Brokerages remain bullish on markets for 2026 as Sensex hits new high

Morgan Stanley sees the Sensex at 107,000 by December 2026 translating into an upside of around 24 per cent from the current levels

Sensex, Nifty hit record highs: Analysts pick sectors to invest in markets

Where to invest in Indian stock market: As Sensex and Nifty indices hit new record highs, analysts decode best sectors to invest in right now

Smallcap stocks: Don't overlook this critical question before investing

Understanding smallcaps requires more than numbers. Harini Dedhia shares the single most important question to ask a smallcap company, to understand if it can truly scale and win market share

PSU Bank index leaps 30% in 2025; will private banks catch up in 2026?

Nifty PSU Bank index leads gains in 2025 as public sector lenders post strong loan growth, stable profitability and valuation comfort. Analysts expect the rally to continue into 2026

SIFs: Bridging the gap in modern day investing to unlock potential

SIFs bridge the gap between traditional mutual funds and high-ticket investment vehicles like Portfolio Management Services (PMS) and Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs).

Small, midcaps may correct more in Samvat 2082: Nitin Bhasin, Ambit Eq

Nitin Bhasin of Ambit Institutional Equities expects consolidation in Indian equities through Samvat 2082 amid earnings normalisation and rising risks.

Muhurat trading: Five-year trend shows festive optimism; will it continue?

Muhurat trading 2025: The National Stock Exchange (NSE) and the BSE will conduct a special Muhurat trading session this year on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, to mark the festival of Diwali

India is well-placed to outpace other EMs: Amar Ambani, YES Securities

Just as domestic investors aren't married to one stock forever, foreign investors too assess all markets and make tactical shifts, says Ambani

Money market, PSU debt funds among best bets for investors: Marzban Irani

With headline inflation close to 2 per cent and a growth trajectory going south after Q2FY26, we expect interest rates to remain lower for longer, Irani said

Stocks, gold, IPO, MFs: Experts share tips to build wealth in Samvat 2082

Investment tips for Samvat 2082: Discover top sectors, portfolio strategies and smart asset allocation for Diwali 2025 Muhurat Trading. Find expert tips to build wealth in volatile markets

Risk-reward is tilting in favour of Indian equities: Sonam Udasi, Tata AMC

If tariff concerns abate, global investors could eventually play catch-up

How to use festive bonus to build long-term financial security

The 50:50 split is highly effective for those navigating competing responsibilities: supporting children, managing loans, and caring for elders, while dreaming of vacations and legacy.

Market outlook & portfolio strategy: Where to invest at the current levels?

Amid muted stock market returns in 2025, guided by GST and income tax reforms, along with Trump policies, experts recommend focusing on quality large-caps ahead of Q2Fy26 results.

Why did Motilal Oswal start coverage on Bajaj Housing Finance? Check here

On the bourses, Bajaj Housing Finance shares rose as much as 0.75 per cent to an intraday high of ₹112.95 per share.