The Nifty Media sector was the biggest loser among the Nifty sectoral performances, declining by 18%, while the benchmark Nifty50 index increased by 5% during the same period. We highlight the top six stocks that tumbled between 12% and 66% in FY25. (Data Source: ACE Equity)
Hindustan Zinc, Inox Wind, and PNB Housing Finance saw sharp gains after their inclusion in the NSEs F&O segment on March 28, driving higher trading volumes and turnover. Historically, F&O additions boost liquidity and institutional participation, potentially leading to sustained rallies. Analysts anticipate further upside if the trend continues.
The Nifty Financial Services sector has been one of the top performers in FY25, surging nearly 20%, while the benchmark Nifty50 index rose by 5% during the same period. We highlight the top nine stocks that have gained between 20% and 60% in FY25. (Data Source: ACE Equity)
In FY25, 58 equity mutual funds delivered double-digit returns, while 242 out of 268 posted gains. However, 26 funds recorded negative returns, eroding investors wealth on lump sum investments. This highlights the importance of fund selection in market fluctuations.
The Investment Friendliness Index, introduced in Union Budget 2025, aims to boost competitive federalism by ranking Indian states based on investment potential. It evaluates factors like infrastructure, taxation, and business ease to attract domestic and foreign investors. While promising growth, challenges remain in data accuracy and state-level reforms.
The Indian stock market remained closed on Monday for Eid al-Fitr 2025. On Friday, Sensex and Nifty ended lower due to weakness in auto and IT stocks, amid investor caution over upcoming US tariffs. However, foreign inflows and hopes of domestic growth recovery fueled intraday volatility.
