Specialised Investment Funds saw assets grow significantly in June 2026. Total inflows into these funds also experienced a substantial increase. Hybrid Long-Short Funds continued their dominance within the SIF segment. The broader mutual fund industry also reported healthy investor participation during the month. SIP contributions reached a record high, indicating sustained retail interest.
Avenue Supermarts reported an 11.3% net profit increase for the June quarter. The company's revenue from operations also saw a 14.9% year-on-year rise. EBITDA grew by 15.4% compared to the same period last year. The retailer's EBITDA margin showed a slight improvement to 8%. These financial results reflect the company's performance in the recent past.
Foreign investors have withdrawn nearly sixty percent of funds from India-focused equity. This capital shift is driven by global artificial intelligence investment opportunities and momentum. Investors pulled nine billion dollars from India funds in calendar year twenty twenty six. Gold funds saw a modest inflow after significant outflows, while US equities attracted fresh investment. Europe also registered its first weekly inflow in nearly three months.
George Goodman's classic book highlights investor psychology over pure logic. He stressed knowing oneself and avoiding crowd mentality for better decisions. Patience and thoughtful inaction often prove more profitable than impulsive trading. Greed and fear drive market cycles, leading many to buy high and sell low. Goodman's insights remain relevant for navigating today's volatile financial markets.
Bitcoin held near $64,000 despite significant ETF outflows on July 9. Major altcoins experienced mixed performance, with some falling and others rising. The global crypto market capitalization saw a slight increase to two trillion dollars. Analysts noted Bitcoin needs to close above $64,000 to reach higher resistance levels. Market sentiment is recovering as Bitcoin recovered from the $60K zone.
Indian stock markets saw significant gains on Friday, with Sensex and Nifty rising over one percent. Strong earnings from TCS and positive global sentiment boosted investor confidence. The Nifty IT index showed a sharp rally after TCS's earnings announcement. Broader market indices like Nifty Midcap and Smallcap outperformed frontline indices. India VIX indicated controlled market volatility, suggesting a stable outlook for the coming week.
ETMarkets identified 40 stocks held exclusively by single mutual fund schemes, with select names delivering up to 117% three-month returns while others declined sharply.
Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East have escalated after attacks on commercial vessels. Iran's objective appears to be expanding its strategic influence over the Strait of Hormuz. Gulf nations are remaining cautious to avoid direct involvement in the confrontation. Crude oil prices are expected to remain elevated due to ongoing geopolitical risks. India, a major oil importer, faces increased vulnerability from these market developments.
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