Inflation's ways give room for a rate cut, but RBI may not do it

Despite benign inflation and room for monetary easing, economists anticipate the RBI to maintain rates at its October meeting. While recent GST cuts and a strong Q1 GDP offer a consumption boost, the impact of tariffs and potential food price increases due to crop damage create uncertainty.

Improving sentiment may take Nifty towards 25,500: Analysts

Nifty 50 is set to climb towards 25,500. Market breadth is improving. Analysts suggest buying on dips, with support at 24,700. BFSI, auto, consumption, and metals sectors are likely to outperform. IT and infrastructure sectors present bargain-buying chances. Stocks like SBI, Axis Bank, TCS, and Maruti could see gains. Railtel and Persistent Systems also look promising for investors.

REITs gaining equity currency to unlock a rush of fund flows

SEBI's reclassification of REITs as equity instruments is set to boost their appeal, paving the way for index inclusion and increased investment from mutual funds and institutions. This move aligns India with global standards, potentially unlocking significant capital and liquidity in the real estate sector. REITs will now be treated similarly to listed stocks.