In January, the SIP stoppage ratio, representing the proportion of discontinued or expired SIPs to new registrations, increased to 109%, the highest since April of last year, according to JM Financial.

The Indian rupee ended higher on Monday, tracking an uptick in regional peers at the start of a week in which the currency s moves will depend on the news flow regarding U.S. tariffs and economic data, and the local central bank s reaction.

Stock Market Crash Highlights: Nifty closed below 22,120 on Monday, extending its losing streak to nine consecutive sessions—its longest daily losing stretch since 2019—amid persistent global trade concerns that weighed on investor sentiment.

Nifty 50 PE ratio: Nifty 50’s trailing PE ratio has dropped below 20 for the first time since July 2022 amid relentless FII selling. While valuations have cooled, analysts remain divided on whether this correction signals a buying opportunity or further downside ahead.

Donald Trump’s announcement of a US Crypto Strategic Reserve boosted Bitcoin over 10% to $93,000, fueling optimism for institutional adoption. Experts view it as a catalyst for global regulatory clarity and market growth. Analysts predict potential BTC rallies beyond $100,000, with increased investor participation and government-backed initiatives expected worldwide.

Indian equities extended their losing streak, with over 1,100 BSE stocks hitting 52-week lows amid foreign outflows, weak earnings, and trade concerns. Nifty 50 is near bear market territory, while midcap and smallcap indices posted their worst losses since 2020. Despite the downturn, India remains the fastest-growing major economy, prompting selective investment opportunities.

European shares hovered near record highs on Monday, propelled by defence stocks after the continent s leaders agreed to boost defence spending and draw up a Ukraine peace plan to present to the United States.

Jigar Mistry of Buoyant Capital elaborates on the post-COVID market trends, attributing retail investors’ unprecedented wealth to the volatility. He explains the shift in government spending from capex to consumption and its impact on various sectors. Mistry reveals Buoyant Capital’s strategic portfolio adjustments, highlighting a preference for larger cap stocks and significant investments in the banking and insurance sectors.

Indian equities edge closer to a bear market, with Nifty 50 down 16% and smallcap and midcap stocks experiencing their worst crash since 2020. Kotak Equities warns of overvalued “narrative” stocks, urging caution despite the steep correction across sectors.

Ashish Gupta of Axis Mutual Fund remains optimistic about market fundamentals despite global uncertainties. He notes improvements in GDP growth and positive economic indicators but highlights that earnings growth may be more company-specific rather than broad-based, with selective sectors showing better visibility.