NILESH SHAH
Foreign investors are pulling out. Here’s what experts predict next
Foreign institutional investors (FIIs) continue selling Indian equities due to US policy shifts, global interest rates, and emerging market underperformance. Nilesh Shah attributes this to US tax cuts and protectionism, while Karthik Kumar links it to global yields and currency trends. FIIs may return when global conditions stabilize.
FY25 hits & misses: Media, PSU bank shares slip in double digits while defence, financial services shine
In FY25, sectors like media, energy, PSU banks, and realty are expected to perform poorly, while defence, financial services, and healthcare are projected to see gains. Media has witnessed a significant profit decline, while PSU banks, despite strong numbers, face challenges like NPAs. Positive views are held on metals, NBFCs, private banks, and technology for FY26.
Central bankers behaving like Indian housewives: Nilesh Shah on why gold price is rallying
Gold prices have surged to an all-time high, surpassing $3,000 internationally and Rs 88,513/10 g on MCX. Central banks globally are buying gold heavily, mirroring Indian households. Experts note gold’s safe-haven appeal and solid returns, advising a buy-on-dips strategy amid potential consolidation.
India’s $750-800 billion FPI pool- Nilesh Shah explains how India can secure more inflows
India attracts substantial foreign investments as a structural growth story, but to elevate its GDP growth, key reforms in land, labor, and judicial areas are essential. Managing Director of Kotak Mahindra Asset Management, Nilesh Shah, emphasizes the need for bold policy measures to achieve higher growth rates.
Broad-based market rally unlikely without FPI flows & stronger growth: Nilesh Shah
The broad-based rally at least at this point of time looks difficult, unless and until it is supported by growth or it is supported by flows led by FPI’s buying.
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Over half of NSE's Rs 1,000 cr+ m-cap stocks drop in FY25. 10 smallcaps hit hardest
Over half of NSE's stocks with Rs 1,000 crore or more market capitalization have seen their share prices decline in FY25, with smallcaps being the hardest hit. Factors such as global economic fears, local market sentiment, and company-specific issues contributed to the declines.
Banking sector offers buying opportunity amid FPI sell-off: Nilesh Shah
Nilesh Shah, MD of Kotak AMC, highlights the performance of gold and the Nifty, noting gold's potential for great returns. He discusses market fundamentals, recommending a neutral weight to equity with a preference for banking, financial services, and consumer discretionary sectors amid market corrections.
Booster shot to Indian defence sector from European Commission’s ReArm plan: HAL, BEL among 6 stocks to buy
The European Commission’s ReArm Europe Plan in response to rising security threats is expected to boost Indian defence stocks like Bharat Electronics and HAL. Analysts project long-term growth, with infrastructure and aerospace sectors seen as key beneficiaries. ICICI Securities highlights Solar Industries, PTC Industries, and others as top investment picks.
Booster shot to Indian defence sector from European Commission’s ReArm plan: HAL, BEL among 6 stocks to buy
The European Commission's ReArm Europe Plan aims to address rising security threats, which is expected to boost Indian defence stocks such as Bharat Electronics and HAL. Analysts note a favorable outlook due to strong government and private sector spending on infrastructure and capital goods, expecting a surge in defence orders soon.
Mid & small-cap IT firms lead AI innovation, largecap IT growth remains a concern: Nilesh Shah
Nilesh Shah, MD & CEO of Envision Capital, speaks about the promising potential of digital platform companies despite recent corrections, with only the quick commerce sector facing competitive challenges. He also emphasizes ongoing opportunities in infrastructure, capex, railways, and the defence sectors for long-term growth.
Small & midcaps still hold value; investors should stay constructive: Nilesh Shah
Nilesh Shah, MD & CEO of Envision Capital, predicts India's market to remain a long-term winner despite short-term corrections. He emphasizes the opportunities in the mid and small-cap sectors, particularly in digital platforms, premium consumer goods, financialization, and indigenisation.
Cut long-term capital gains tax to make India attractive again: Experts
As India remains one of the few countries that taxes foreign portfolio investors on the gains made in the country's equities, some market participants said reduction in these taxes could make Indian equities more lucrative for these investors.
Cross-border payments startup HiwiPay raises $2 million from Unicorn India Ventures, others
Others who participated in the round included cofounder Dewang Neralla’s family office and Jupiter Metaverse LLP and angel investors including Ritesh Malik, Mitesh Shah, and Nilesh Doshi. HiwiPay will use the funds to expand its trade remittance business and scale operations in the education remittance sector.
NFO Alert: Kotak Mutual Fund launches Nifty Commodities Index Fund
Kotak Mutual Fund has launched the Kotak Nifty Commodities Index Fund, an open-ended scheme that tracks the Nifty Commodities Index. The NFO is open for subscription until March 3. The fund targets long-term capital growth by investing in sectors like oil, metals, and chemicals, following a passive strategy with 95-100% allocation in equities and a lower cost approach for commodity-driven exposure.
1,000-pt Sensex crash: Has Trump spurred the 'quit India' movement?
President Trump's tariffs on steel, aluminum, and potential reciprocal tariffs are impacting global markets, particularly India. FIIs are exiting due to reasons like a strong dollar and high US bond yields. PM Modi's upcoming US visit may address trade issues to mitigate economic damage. Meanwhile, experts suggest diversifying investments and focusing on market correction opportunities.
Row over smallcap mutual fund SIPs: Investors have made double-digit XIRR in 5 years
Investors who continued SIPs in smallcap mutual funds have seen substantial returns despite recent market volatility, with all 21 schemes showing double-digit XIRR over the past five years. The Bandhan and Quant Small Cap Funds led the performance charts, delivering XIRRs above 31%.
$10 billion gone in 30 days! FII 'ghar wapsi' calls for a smart stock market strategy
Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) have withdrawn $10 billion from India's stock market in the first 30 days of 2025, leading to significant outflows. Experts suggest a strategy of investing in quality largecap stocks, gold, silver, and debt. Geopolitical risks and FIIs' movements indicate continued market volatility.
Nilesh Shah advises investors to focus on quality amid market uncertainty
We saw one of a large private equity fund going and meeting President Trump and saying that you had asked me to bring $100 billion, here I am bringing $500 billion. Clearly, America first policy and higher interest rates, as well as high bond yields is pushing capital back to America. And finally, emerging market today is like 1980s Indian cricket team.
Consumer Discretionary and Private Banks poised for strong performance: Nilesh Shah
You choose the path which you are capable of walking. If a small person tries to run with a tall person, he will either injure himself or get killed himself. So, do what is appropriate to your risk return profile. Do not copy someone else.
Mutual fund experts analyze RBI rate cut: What it means for investors
The RBI MPC cut the repo rate by 25bps to 6.25%, its first since 2020, aiming to support growth. Experts expect further rate cuts, benefiting equity and debt markets. While bond yields initially rose, liquidity measures were anticipated. Short- to medium-duration debt funds and equity funds in rate-sensitive sectors may gain from the easing cycle.
Elon Musk calls working on weekends a ‘superpower’
Musk's comments were about how bureaucratic workers in the US have never worked on Saturday and Sunday. He was responding to a user who said the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), of which Musk is in charge, is "speedrunning government reforms".
Budget bang on target with growth push, fiscal discipline: Nilesh Shah
There was a visible shift in tilt towards supporting consumption through lower taxes on middle class households, relative to the public capex-driven growth push witnessed over the past few years. Through this budget, the consumption story gets the much-needed push, while the capex story continues broadly as earlier.
Budget 2025 delivers on ‘Triveni Sangam’ of fiscal deficit, tax cuts, and capex push: Nilesh Shah, Kotak Mahindra AMC
In her Budget on February 1, 2025, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman introduced significant tax cuts to encourage middle-class consumption, while setting a fiscal deficit target of 4.4% of GDP for FY26. The government plans to forgo Rs 1 lakh crore in direct tax revenue and Rs 2,600 crore in indirect taxes to lighten the financial load on individuals and businesses.
Capital markets poised for long-term bull run: Nilesh Shah
Nilesh Shah, MD & CEO of Envision Capital, highlights the budget's focus on consumption with tax cuts raising exemption limits. This measure is expected to boost the middle class and lower the fiscal deficit, indirectly enhancing capital expenditure by reducing the cost of capital and fostering investment.
Budget 2025: What mutual fund industry expects from finance minister?
The mutual fund industry is hopeful for tax reforms and restored benefits in the Union Budget 2025-26. The focus is on reinstating long-term indexation benefits for debt funds and launching pension-oriented schemes with uniform tax treatment. These changes could revive investor confidence and promote economic growth.
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