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Bajaj Allianz Life’s CIO expects Indian equities to remain constructive over the next 12–18 months, with earnings revival from Q3 FY26. Consumption, pharma, and select financials lead growth prospects, aided by GST cuts and rate relief. QSR stocks, despite recent underperformance, are viewed as contrarian long-term opportunities.

Indian indices ended lower after six-day gains, with banks, FMCG, and IT stocks dragging. Analysts expect brief consolidation; Monday picks include KRN Heat Exchanger, Shaily Engineering, Uno Minda, Lupin (buy) and Axis Bank (sell).

Nifty ended the week slightly higher, trading in a narrow 300-point range. India VIX eased to 11.73, signaling lower volatility. Key resistance lies at 25,100–25,150, with support at 24,650–24,475. Sector RRGs show Auto leading, FMCG improving, while Financials and Commodities lag. Cautious, selective buying is advised ahead.

The combined market valuation of eight of the top-10 most valued firms jumped Rs 1,72,148.89 crore last week, with Reliance Industries leading the pack with the maximum gain, in line with a bullish trend in domestic equities.

In 2025, 12 standout SME IPOs delivered stellar returns of 100–400%, with Fabtech Technologies, Adcounty Media, and Flysbs Aviation among the top gainers, reflecting strong investor appetite.

Trump’s renewed diplomatic push to end the Russia-Ukraine war has heightened uncertainty for gold and silver. A ceasefire could reduce the geopolitical premium, but failure may push bullion to new highs, with central banks and investors boosting demand amid inflation, tariffs, and currency risks.

Q1FY26 IT sector saw mixed performance: Tech Mahindra, Persistent Systems, Coforge, and Bharti Airtel reported strong growth. Mid-tier firms showed AI-led resilience amid margin pressure and cautious client spending.

Between August 25 and November 27, 2025, 57 companies will see pre-listing shareholder lock-ins expire, totaling nearly USD 20 billion. Major unlocks span one-, three-, and six-month schedules, with key stocks including Ather Energy, JSW Cement, and Brigade Hotel Ventures, potentially impacting market activity.

A one-shareholder outburst at GKB Ophthalmics’ AGM went viral, highlighting minority investor power. Vijay Kedia emphasized boards must respect shareholder money and accountability. Despite owning just one share, Abhishek Kalra demanded the MD’s resignation, symbolizing growing investor activism amid the company’s stock decline and modest recent recovery.