He expressed confidence that a de-escalation in the trade war between the world’s two largest economies is likely.

Tariffs are imposed and postponed frequently, affecting supply chains and operations across industries.

Amidst economic uncertainties, gold has surpassed Rs 1,00,000, outperforming traditional investments. Fueled by geopolitical tensions and central bank buying, experts suggest a buy on dips strategy, anticipating further gains. However, caution is advised, recommending a limited allocation for diversification rather than an all-in approach, considering potential shifts in market dynamics.

Bitcoin surged past $93,000, fueled by positive remarks from U.S. President Trump and easing global tensions. Ethereum also jumped, leading a broad altcoin rally. Increased institutional buying, with Bitcoin spot ETFs seeing significant inflows, and a shift in investor sentiment contributed to the surge.

Technical analysts are starting to suggest that the markets may be approaching overbought conditions, a situation that often triggers profit-taking. Yet, just as the market seemed poised for a pause, the global outlook took a more positive turn, boosting sentiment once again.

NSE s MD & CEO, Ashishkumar Chauhan, highlights Nifty s impressive 24-fold growth in 29 years, surpassing gold and S&P 500 returns. He anticipates a similar surge by 2047, driven by India s rapid growth, technological adaptation, and rising entrepreneurship. Chauhan advises retail investors to maintain a long-term perspective to navigate market fluctuations and reap the benefits.

AU Small Finance Bank s shares soared following a robust Q4 net profit increase of 36% to Rs 504 crore, driven by strong income growth and improved asset quality. Net interest income surged 57% to ₹2,094 crore, boosting pre-provisioning operating profit.

Amidst volatile equity markets, investors are increasingly seeking stability in fixed income options like corporate bonds and debt funds. Experts suggest that potential rate cuts and geopolitical risks make fixed-return investments appealing for the next 2-3 years.

Axis Bank is expected to post modest 5% YoY growth in net interest income for Q4, with flat margins and stable asset quality. Profit may decline 3% YoY amid sluggish loan growth and fee income. Analysts highlight deposit traction, slippages, and credit cost as key monitorables.