Indian equities ended last week with gains, and markets now face a crucial week. Investors will track major Q1 earnings announcements from key companies this week. Escalating Middle East tensions and oil price movements will significantly influence market sentiment. Foreign and domestic institutional investor activity also remains a key factor to monitor. The progress of…

Late stage funding in India saw average deal sizes surge to about $86 million in the first half, driven by fewer but larger transactions. Capital flowed into AI infrastructure, energy and lending, while investors turned selective, focusing on profitability, governance and exit visibility amid a more disciplined private market environment.

Thirteen penny stocks have plunged 40% to 80% over the past six months, highlighting the sharp downside risks in the low-priced segment despite their appeal for outsized returns.

Nearly 100 stocks, including TCS, MRF and Dabur, will turn ex-date for dividends, stock splits and rights issues during the July 13–17 week. Investors must hold shares by record dates to qualify, with several high dividend payouts and multiple corporate actions lined up across sectors through the busy trading week ahead.

The June quarter earnings season is set to accelerate with 143 companies, including HDFC Bank, Reliance Industries and HCL Tech, scheduled to report this week. With growth projected at 10%, investors will track sectoral trends across banking, IT and consumption, focusing on margins, demand outlook and asset quality signals.

DMart has scaled back its e-commerce footprint, exiting underperforming cities to focus on metros as competition intensifies in India’s rapid delivery space. Despite rising pressure from Amazon, Flipkart, Zepto and Swiggy, the retailer is sticking to its low-cost model and non-10-minute delivery approach amid muted earnings performance.

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.

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.

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…

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…