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Fed Links Iran War to Moderate-to-Strong U.S. Inflation Pressures

The Federal Reserve attributed recent U.S. inflation gains to surging energy costs stemming from the Iran war, which disrupted supply chains and elevated input expenses. The report also highlighted widening inequality in consumer spending patterns, with lower-income households experiencing increased financial hardship.

GQG Partners exits GMR Airports stake; Fidelity takes 1.8% holding

US investment firm GQG Partners sold its 1.8% stake in GMR Airports to Fidelity International for Rs 1,906 crore, involving the transfer of 19.50 crore shares. The transaction marks a portfolio shift for GQG as GMR Airports reported a profit of Rs 400.49 crore in the March quarter.

US Stock Futures Decline Amid Middle East Tensions

Stock index futures edged lower as markets reacted to developments in the Middle East region. The decline reflects broader investor caution regarding geopolitical uncertainties affecting global markets.

15 Indian largecap stocks tumble 25-40% in CY26

Fifteen large-cap stocks listed on Indian exchanges have declined between 25% and 40% so far in CY26, as the BSE Sensex fell approximately 12.5% amid global uncertainties and foreign institutional investor selling. The broad-based weakness underscores the challenging sentiment environment affecting India's equity markets.

Godrej Industries Launches Wealth Management Arm Targeting ₹1 Lakh Crore AUM

Godrej Industries has established Godrej Wealth, a new wealth management company targeting assets under management of ₹1 lakh crore by 2031, serving affluent and high net worth individuals with investable assets of ₹2 crore and above. The move reflects the conglomerate's expansion into the growing wealth management sector in India's financial services landscape.

US Stocks End Modestly Higher as AI Enthusiasm Overcomes Geopolitical Concerns

US stocks concluded trading with modest gains as artificial intelligence-driven optimism supported equities, though rising geopolitical tensions and oil prices provided headwinds to the broader market. Small-cap and semiconductor stocks emerged as gainers while software shares underperformed, with AI momentum highlighted by Alphabet's major funding announcements and Marvell's rally despite lingering inflation and rate hike concerns.

T. Rowe Price: Detecting End of Company Growth Stories Requires More Than Math

T. Rowe Price highlighted the difficulty of identifying when a company's long-term earnings growth trajectory has ended, noting that mathematical formulas alone cannot capture this transition. The investment firm emphasized that successful navigation of growth-to-decline shifts demands qualitative analysis of innovation, market dynamics, and business fundamentals beyond historical performance metrics.

Oyo parent Prism gets Sebi nod for Rs 6,650 crore IPO

Prism, the parent company of hospitality unicorn Oyo, has received Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) approval to launch an IPO worth Rs 6,650 crore, with the company expected to be valued between USD 7-8 billion. The company plans to file its Updated Draft Red Herring Prospectus by early July and will assess market conditions before proceeding with its listing.

Indian Stocks Face Pressure; Ola Electric, Eicher Motors in Focus

Indian markets declined over half a percent on Monday amid weak global signals, while Ola Electric approved a qualified institutional placement and Eicher Motors reported 15% sales growth. Axis Bank also increased its stake in Axis Max Life Insurance during the session.

Wockhardt's Zaynich FDA Approval Signals Potential Turnaround

Wockhardt received US FDA approval for its novel antibiotic Zaynich after a 12-year development cycle, with projected peak sales of $1.5 billion aimed at treating multidrug-resistant bacterial infections. The approval has sparked investor optimism, with the stock rising on expectations the drug could reverse years of net losses and reshape the company's financial trajectory.

Sebi considers allowing InvITs to include road maintenance costs in NDCF

India's Securities and Exchange Board of India is examining a proposal to permit Infrastructure Investment Trusts (InvITs) to add major road maintenance expenses back into their Net Distributable Cash Flow calculations. The move follows representations from the Bharat InvITs Association regarding how debt taken for such maintenance should be treated in financial reporting.

Klarman: Challenge is investing for market downturns, not just rallies

Renowned investor Seth Klarman emphasizes that the critical investment challenge lies in building portfolios that can withstand market corrections, not merely capitalize on bull markets. According to reports, his approach centers on selecting resilient businesses with strong fundamentals to protect capital during inevitable volatility.

Asian Stocks Rise on AI Demand Despite Middle East Tensions

Asian markets advanced Monday, driven by artificial intelligence-related optimism, even as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East pressured oil prices. Investors are monitoring upcoming U.S. payrolls data and Federal Reserve rate guidance, which are expected to shape currency movements and broader market direction.

AI Chip Rally Intensifies Bubble Debate Among Investors

Chipmaker stocks are surging on strong demand for artificial intelligence data center chips, with companies like Micron, SK Hynix, and Samsung Electronics posting massive gains. The rally has reignited debate about whether valuations reflect genuine long-term growth or an unsustainable bubble, as investors weigh sector fundamentals against historical industry volatility.

Indian Equities Poised for Volatile Week Ahead of Key Triggers

Indian equity markets closed sharply lower on May 29 amid broad-based selling pressures and MSCI-driven outflows, with technical indicators signaling a bearish bias and key support zones under scrutiny. Investor sentiment will hinge on global cues, monsoon forecasts, and overall market breadth in the coming sessions.

YES Bank, NBCC Flagged as Top Picks with 10% Upside Potential

Equity markets faced selling pressure due to weak monsoon forecasts raising food inflation concerns, though crude oil declines and easing bond yields provided some support. Analysts have identified YES Bank and NBCC as stocks with strong bullish momentum and meaningful upside potential ahead of key domestic triggers.

India at Inflection Point: AI Set to Define Next Decade of Growth

The ET Alpha Wealth Summit in Mumbai will host a major debate examining whether artificial intelligence will disrupt or accelerate India's long-term growth trajectory. The discussion reflects broader concerns about how rapid AI advances may reshape job markets, industries, and investment opportunities against a backdrop of strong macroeconomic fundamentals.

Midcap Stocks Show 25-45% Upside Potential, Analysts Say

According to analyst consensus data, nine Nifty Mid-Cap 100 stocks are estimated to deliver gains between 25% and 45% over the next 12 months. The broad-based opportunity spans multiple sectors including e-commerce, real estate, FMCG, and infrastructure, with many companies receiving Buy and Strong Buy ratings.

FPI outflows near Rs 33,000 crore in May amid rupee weakness

Foreign Portfolio Investors withdrew nearly Rs 33,000 crore from Indian markets in May, continuing a prolonged outflow trend that began in March. The sustained selling reflects concerns over rupee depreciation and broader market headwinds affecting foreign investor sentiment.

SpaceX, OpenAI Windfall Fuels Bets on Asian AI Supply Chain Winners

Investors are redirecting capital toward Asian supply chain companies in anticipation of significant capital raises from tech giants SpaceX and OpenAI, betting on increased technology spending for servers, materials, and power equipment. The strategic pivot reflects expectations of a potential rally in Asian stock markets driven by heightened demand across the AI infrastructure ecosystem.