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Here are 10 such stocks where mutual funds increased their holdings in the December quarter of FY25

The middle-order segment of large-cap stocks is often underrepresented in major indices, similar to unsung middle-order cricketers. BSE Sensex Next 30 Index provides a diversified opportunity to tap into these potential growth leaders, with historical outperformance but also higher risk.

On February 1st, the Finance Minister will unveil the national Budget detailing finance strategies. This year, anticipated personal income tax reforms could alleviate tax burdens and encourage compliance. Additionally, significant divestments in public sector enterprises might counterbalance revenue shortfalls and stimulate market optimism.

Dorf-Ketal Chemicals India Limited files its Draft Red Herring Prospectus with SEBI, aiming to raise up to Rs 5,000 crore through an IPO. The specialty chemicals manufacturer operates 16 facilities globally and boasts a strong financial performance with revenue and EBITDA growth over recent years.

Focused on operational excellence and North India expansion, it aims to sustain strong revenue and EBITDA margins.

Shanai Ghosh, CEO of Zuno General Insurance, integrates yoga, meditation, nature, music, and interior design into her routine to balance her professional and personal lives. This holistic approach fosters creativity and resilience, influencing her leadership style. She emphasizes the importance of mental well-being and lifelong learning for young professionals in the dynamic BFSI sector.

Domestic markets ended the week with a sell-on-rally sentiment due to factors like tapering, earnings slowdown, elevated valuations, and trade uncertainties. Key events like the FOMC meet and Union Budget will likely influence market sentiment, with analysts advising a patient, long-term investment approach.

The massive Web3 talent pool residing in the country has led to innovation in diverse areas within the space. This includes decentralized finance (DeFi), metaverse, and non-fungible tokens (NFTs), among others, aiming to solve the most pressing issues facing our country. However, despite this impressive foundation, the sector’s growth is hindered by an outdated taxation framework. The upcoming Union Budget offers a crucial opportunity to address these challenges and unlock the full potential of Web3 for India’s economy.

Lenders issued around 820,000 new credit cards in December, the highest in four months, driven by increased spending during the wedding season. HDFC Bank and SBI Cards led with significant contributions. Despite stress in unsecured segments, credit card spending surged by nearly 11%, reaching ₹1.9 lakh crore.

Data released by RBI shows purchases were made across three sessions. The central bank bought ₹2,570 crore worth of government bonds on January 15, ₹4,480 crore on January 16, and ₹3,125 crore on January 17, the weekly statistical supplement (WSS) shows.