New RBI guidelines effective April 1, 2026, mandate 100% collateral for bank funding to capital market intermediaries, including significant cash margins. This will likely push equity brokers towards bond markets and commercial papers, increasing funding costs and potentially impacting sector profitability and market liquidity.
Wealth managers are advising investors to take profits on gold and silver after their significant rally, suggesting a cautious approach. While geopolitical tensions and industrial demand fueled the surge, current valuations are considered stretched. New investors are cautioned against large allocations, with SIPs recommended for gradual entry.
Information Technology stocks are losing their grip on the Nifty index. Banks are now more influential, their share in the key index reaching new highs. This shift reflects changing earnings trajectories and investor sentiment. Overseas investors have significantly reduced their exposure to Indian IT. The impact of Artificial Intelligence disruption is a key concern for the sector.
