Investment Outlook 2026: Varun Saboo sees opportunities in financial sector, FMCG and real estate

As investors look ahead to 2026, Varun Saboo, of Anand Rathi Shares & Stock Brokers, remains bullish on Indian markets, highlighting specific sectors and themes that could deliver promising returns.When asked about attractive investment themes for the year ahead, Saboo said, “Honestly, we are very, very positive on the markets. You’ll remember the last time […]

A list of major cross-border deals in the Indian financial sector this year

Japan’s MUFG will acquire a 20% stake in Shriram Finance for $4.4 billion, which will be the largest cross-border investment in the Indian financial sector. The Indian financial sector has seen a number of major deals in 2025, including rare transactions where foreign banks bought significant stakes in Indian lenders. Between January and September 2025, […]

Asit Bhandarkar advises investors on a basket approach in times of improving valuations

Investors looking for opportunities in exports, financials and midcaps may have to adopt a selective approach, says Asit Bhandarkar, senior market strategist, JM Financial MF in an exclusive interview with ET Now. Export: textiles, pharmaceutical products and IT as focus areas When asked about the potential value in the export sector amid ongoing trade uncertainties, […]

The state must redefine its role in the financial sector and reduce its footprint: The World Bank’s India report

Businessman calculating ROI return on investment and calculating ROI percentage concept of investment planning in stock market, mutual funds, SIP, cryptocurrency, Bitcoins online chart graph analysis. istock photo for BL | Photo credit: juvaida khatun India’s financial system has become more resilient, diversified and inclusive, with the state still playing a predominant role since the […]