Anil Ambani's group companies faced a stock plunge. This followed an investigation into a significant bank loan fraud case of seventeen thousand crore rupees. The Enforcement Directorate questioned Anil Ambani. The probe focuses on loans to Reliance Home Finance, Reliance Commercial Finance and Reliance Communications. These loans turned into non-performing assets. Several banks are involved as lenders.
Raymond James Investment's Matt Orton advises investors to capitalize on market dips, focusing on AI, capex, and reshoring for long-term growth. Despite concerns about a potential economic slowdown and Trump's tariff stance with India, Orton believes a deal with India is still possible due to its strategic importance.
Sandip Agarwal notes the Indian investor's increasing maturity, moving beyond panic selling to strategic buying after initial market dips. He suggests PSU banks, like SBI, may outperform private sector banks due to their deposit franchise amidst NIM compression from rate cuts. Investors are keenly awaiting SBI's results and future strategies for deploying raised funds.
Swiggy shares have fallen this year due to poor financial results. The company is experiencing losses despite revenue growth. Analysts are observing potential signs of recovery in the stock. Key resistance levels are being monitored. A breakout above Rs 425 could lead to further gains. Investors should watch for a possible uptrend.
Despite digitization efforts, India's corporate bond market sees limited retail participation due to complex risks and transparency issues. However, a slight increase in retail interest is noted, coinciding with expected rate cuts that are predicted to boost corporate bond issuance.
Prashant Khemka of White Oak Capital Management suggests current market valuations are reasonable, aligning with long-term averages. He anticipates market returns in the low double digits, mirroring India's nominal GDP growth. While advising fresh investments, Khemka suggests balancing portfolios with sectors less susceptible to tariffs, noting the recent earnings season aligns with expectations.
MSCIs August 2025 review adds Swiggy, Vishal Mega Mart, Hitachi Energy India, and Waaree Energies to its Global Standard Index, while removing Sona BLW Precision and Thermax. The reshuffle, effective August 26, is expected to trigger significant passive inflows and outflows.
