Legendary investor Chuck Akre says elevated market valuations should not deter investors from equities. Instead, investors should focus on individual businesses, patiently seeking high-quality companies trading below intrinsic value and offering an attractive margin of safety.
NSE’s expected IPO price of Rs 1,700-1,785 could fall below its unlisted-market trading range, potentially leaving investors with notional losses. The listing, expected in September, will test private-market valuations and investor expectations surrounding India’s biggest exchange.
The rupee fell by 34 paise, settling at 95.08 against the US dollar, amid rising crude oil prices that have breached USD 100 per barrel, raising inflation fears. The depreciation was fueled by sluggish equity markets and foreign institutional investor sell-offs. Additionally, escalating tensions in West Asia contributed to Brent crude futures surpassing USD 100, indicating a continued bearish trend for the local currency.
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Indian equities extended losses on September 9 as rising oil prices pressured sentiment. Sensex fell 813 points and Nifty declined 204 points. IT stocks led sectoral losses, while metals gained. Technical indicators remained bearish, though oversold conditions could trigger a rebound.
European markets declined as investors awaited crucial US inflation stats, while escalating Middle East tensions propelled oil prices upwards, reigniting global inflation fears. Energy sector stocks gained as Brent crude approached the $100 mark, raising concerns that elevated energy prices could lead to prolonged high interest rates.
Amazon has launched its first sterling-denominated bond sale, with four maturities ranging from three to 19 years, as hyperscalers diversify funding sources to finance heavy AI infrastructure spending and data-centre expansion.
Bitcoin is holding near $79,000 as macro risks rise, with $246 million in crypto positions liquidated in 24 hours. Analysts cite higher volatility, mixed ETF flows and inflation concerns, while Bitcoin’s ability to reclaim $80,000 could determine whether recovery strengthens.
CLSA maintained an Underperform rating on Meesho with a Rs 150 target, citing stretched valuations and optimism around advertising monetisation, order frequency and logistics savings. The brokerage sees significant downside if these growth drivers fail to meet market expectations.
Jefferies upgraded Welspun Living to Buy and more than doubled its target to Rs 260, while initiating coverage on Raymond Lifestyle with a Rs 900 target. The brokerage expects FTAs, China+1 sourcing and improving export competitiveness to drive multi-year growth.
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