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Rising RBI liquidity absorption signals tighter money market conditions as global rate expectations continue to influence domestic funding dynamics.

Analysts suggest India’s limited reliance on big-tech valuations, coupled with domestic consumption strength and sectoral diversification, could help its markets remain relatively resilient if an AI-driven global tech bubble deflates in 2026.

Despite a 30% tax regime, Indian investors stayed active in crypto during 2025, with stable trading volumes, strong interest in major tokens, and a gradual shift toward long-term, regulation-aware investment strategies.

Indian investors have quadrupled their global equity exposure to $1.6 billion, increasingly favoring US technology majors like Tesla and NVIDIA as diversification, accessibility, and confidence in overseas investing continue to strengthen.

Mutual funds invested over ₹43,400 crore in November, boosting exposure to stocks like Eternal and ICICI Bank while cutting stakes in SBI and Reliance amid portfolio rebalancing.

India’s November trade deficit narrowed to $24.53 billion as exports climbed to $73.99 billion, signalling healthier export momentum and a modest improvement in the external balance despite ongoing global economic uncertainty.

Federal Bank and five other stocks touched fresh 52-week highs as sustained buying momentum, earnings visibility, and sector-specific optimism helped them post gains of up to 17% over the past month.

The SEC issued fresh crypto custody guidance as Bitcoin prices eased and regulators highlighted investor protection risks.

Nephrocare Health Services IPO allotment status is available via registrar, NSE, and BSE platforms, while investors closely monitor grey market premium trends for early indications of listing performance.

SEBI is considering reforms to mutual fund fees and IPO disclosures to lower costs and encourage wider retail participation.

Citi expects Indian auto sales to benefit from macro tailwinds in 2026, highlighting easing inflation, demand recovery, and stable rates, while naming Maruti Suzuki and Mahindra & Mahindra as preferred stock picks.

Indian markets closed marginally lower as foreign outflows and global trade jitters kept investors cautious, leading to sector-wise selling and a subdued close for Sensex and Nifty.

Equity and hybrid mutual funds attracted higher inflows in November as investors favored balanced strategies and arbitrage-driven returns.