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Prashant Jain, Founder & CIO of 3P Investment Managers, suggests that India s insignificant manufacturing sector and small current account deficit with the US imply minimal impact from Trump s tariffs. He advises investing in large-cap stocks within the next few months due to stable earnings and reasonable valuations, while cautioning against overpriced high PE stocks.

Gold prices remain near record highs as investors worry about potential inflation due to President Trump s tariffs on Canada, China, and Mexico. Trump has suspended tariffs on Mexico and Canada for 30 days, while tariffs on Chinese goods proceed. Economic data later in the week will offer further insight into the economy s strength.

President Donald Trump signed an executive order to create a U.S. sovereign wealth fund, aiming to support future generations. Sovereign wealth funds, owned by countries, invest in projects for national benefit. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent mentioned monetizing government assets for funding, while Trump suggested tariffs revenue could also contribute. The fund could potentially reach or exceed $2 trillion.

Financial markets are adjusting to the potential for a global economic slowdown and higher inflation following Donald Trump s announcement of tariffs on imports from key trading partners. While markets initially reacted negatively, a temporary pause on new tariffs for Mexico and Canada has provided some relief.

Federal Reserve officials warned of inflation risks due to Trump s new trade tariffs, advising a cautious approach to interest-rate cuts. With tariffs on major trade partners, including China, the Fed is uncertain about long-term economic effects. The tariffs could disproportionately impact low-income households and lead to increased costs, making the Fed hesitant to change current rates.

Oil prices fell after President Trump decided to delay imposing tariffs on Mexico and Canada for a month. The decision included agreements on enhanced border enforcement by both countries. Additionally, ING analysts suggested Canada needs more export routes to reduce trade war vulnerabilities. U.S. oil inventory data is anticipated this week.

Ajay Vora, EVP at Nuvama Asset Management, highlights that the Union Budget 2025 s focus on consumption will drive private capex. Government capex remains steady, and fiscal prudence is maintained. He sees benefits for consumer discretionary sectors and consumer financing companies. Nuvama is focusing on consumer goods, hospitality, value retail, and consumer financing.

As long as the stock is priced above the 200-day SMA on the daily time frame, it is generally considered to be an overall uptrend.

Prashant Khemka, Founder of White Oak Capital Management, anticipates a shift in performance between cyclical and defensive stocks. The Budget may reinforce this phenomenon. Khemka advises maintaining a balanced portfolio, emphasizing stock picking over top-down calls. He also notes the potential positive impact of income tax savings on demand and broad sectoral benefits.

Tata chemicals share price: The company recorded an exceptional charge of Rs 70 crore in Q3FY25, resulting from employee termination benefits, the decommissioning of plant and machinery, and other closure-related expenses after halting soda ash production at the Lostock plant in Northwich, UK.