Brent near $80, Rupee at 91 and Nifty 50 around 24,800 — How can investors protect portfolios amid US-Iran war?

The war in the Middle East escalated sharply on Monday, intensifying fears of a prolonged and destabilizing conflict. The killing of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, combined with sustained military strikes and no visible diplomatic exit plan, has significantly raised geopolitical risk. Israel and the United States targeted Iranian missile infrastructure and naval assets,…

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Union Budget 2026: How to position your portfolio ahead of February 1 – Here’s what experts advice

Union Budget 2026: As India heads into the Union Budget for FY26–27, investors are once again preparing for heightened market volatility. Historically, the days leading up to the Budget have seen cautious sentiment, with markets reacting sharply to expectations around fiscal priorities, taxation, and government spending. The Union Budget remains one of the most influential…

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2025 Wasn’t Easy! 5 investing lessons 2025 taught Indian stock market investors

2025 wasn’t an easy year for Indian stock markets. Returns lagged, global peers moved ahead, foreign investors moved away, and investors were reminded that even the strongest market narratives go through uncomfortable phases. However, as 2026 begins, the outlook appears positive but grounded. India’s growth momentum, policy continuity, capex push and improving earnings visibility offer…

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