Indian stock markets saw a stark contrast in 2025. Foreign investors withdrew record funds, citing slowing growth and a weak rupee. However, domestic institutions, fueled by retail investor inflows, invested significantly. This shift led to domestic ownership of Indian companies exceeding foreign ownership. Despite market gains, Indian stocks underperformed other Asian markets. Domestic inflows provided crucial support to the market.
The Indian Rupee weakened by eight paise on Monday, closing at 89.98 against the US Dollar. Foreign fund outflows and a downturn in domestic stock markets pressured the currency. Importers' demand for dollars also contributed to the decline. Analysts anticipate the Rupee to trade within a specific range this week, with key US economic data on the horizon.
Coforge's acquisition of Encora is seen as a transformative, high-stakes deal strengthening long-term capabilities but creating near-term pressure on earnings and stock. Analysts cite the acquisition's size, valuation, and complexity as reasons for potential short-term stock weakness, though many view the recent correction as a buying opportunity for long-term investors.
Indian business groups saw varied fortunes in 2025. The Shriram Group topped gains with a 59% market cap increase. Venu Srinivasan Group and Vedanta Group also performed well. However, Ravi Jaipuria Group and HCL Group experienced significant drops. Tata Group companies like TCS and Trent faced pressure. Market volatility impacted returns across the board.
The interim chair of the Chicago City Councils Zoning Committee is halting its meetings to try to force Mayor Brandon Johnson to appoint a permanent head of the critical committee.
Chicago Public Schools is challenging the Service Employees International Unions petition to represent 1,600 miscellaneous workers, stalling the effort.
