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After soaring more than 50% combined in 2023 and 2024, the S&P 500 Index has largely flatlined since US President Donald Trump s inauguration. The hot trade is now moving overseas, with investors piling into European and Asian stocks, ignoring the threats of tariffs, trade wars and violent military conflicts.

This move will enable more wealthy investors to participate, boosting funding for startups. It ensures that only financially strong investors take on high-risk investments, helping Angel Funds raise more capital and support early-stage companies.

The combined market valuation of eight of the top-10 most valued firms eroded Rs 1,65,784.9 crore last week, with Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) taking the biggest hit, in line with bearish trends in equities. Last week, the BSE benchmark declined 628.15 points, or 0.82 per cent, while the Nifty went lower 133.35 points, or 0.58 per cent.

Foreign investors have pulled out over Rs 23,710 crore from the Indian equity markets so far this month, pushing total outflows past Rs 1 lakh crore in 2025 amid rising global trade tensions. Going forward, V K Vijayakumar, Chief Investment Strategist, Geojit Financial Services, believes that revival of FPI investment in India will happen when economic growth and corporate earnings revive. Indications of that are likely to happen in two to three months.

Sensex and Nifty fell for the fourth straight session. Analysts suggest avoiding Narayana Hrudayalaya, while UPL and Redington show bullish momentum. Key technical levels indicate potential market trends.

Warren Buffett reaffirms confidence in stocks, praises successor Greg Abel, and highlights Berkshire’s record tax payments, massive cash reserves, and key investments while ruling out dividends amid market valuation concerns.

Bitcoin has dropped 12% from its all-time high, entering a consolidation phase. Experts suggest dollar-cost averaging but caution against impulsive buying due to volatility, regulatory uncertainties, and macroeconomic factors. Investors should align decisions with long-term goals.

India’s regulatory framework, rooted in post-independence laws, has evolved through amendments. With markets expanding 100-fold since SEBI’s inception, a regulatory clean-up is essential. The 2025 Budget and Economic Survey emphasize deregulation, trust-based governance, and easing business constraints to boost investment efficiency. A streamlined securities law framework is crucial for India’s economic growth.

Trump’s trade war tariffs triggered volatility in crypto markets, with Bitcoin dropping to $91,200 before rebounding. While short-term turbulence persists, rising inflation could drive long-term crypto adoption as a hedge against devaluation. Investors should stay vigilant.

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