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Donald Trump’s crypto ventures expand with a new dollar-backed stablecoin and investment funds. His company, World Liberty Financial, aims to capitalize on the growing stablecoin market, while Trump Media partners with Crypto.com to launch crypto-focused ETFs.

Jefferies Christopher Wood has updated his GREED & fear portfolio, increasing weightage in Reliance, Zomato, and real estate stocks while adding MakeMyTrip. Traditional banking allocations were reduced.

The utilities sector is evolving with a focus on renewable energy, infrastructure upgrades, and decarbonization. While policy support drives growth, challenges like regulatory uncertainties, financing constraints, and coal dependency remain. Companies must balance profitability with sustainability in a shifting landscape.

Ventura CEO Hemant Majethia embraces a 36-hour weekly fast for peak performance, balancing physical detox with mental clarity. His love for books, especially history and business narratives, shapes his leadership, strategic insights, and decision-making approach.

The IT and banking sectors are poised to drive the next market rally, supported by strong Q3 earnings, favorable valuations, and policy tailwinds. Experts highlight global interest rate trends, inflation management, and sectoral resilience as key investment considerations.

Anand Rathi’s banking portfolio favors ICICI Bank, Axis Bank, and SBI, expecting up to 21% returns. Regulatory easing, liquidity boost, and government capex are key drivers for credit growth and sector resilience, positioning these banks for strong performance in FY26.

Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway has amassed a record $325 billion in cash, citing high stock market valuations. The Buffett Indicator signals overvaluation, and with Treasury yields offering attractive returns, Berkshire remains cautious, awaiting better investment opportunities amid potential market corrections.

The US has announced a 25% tariff on fully assembled vehicles from April 3 and auto parts from May 3, affecting Indian firms. With 27% of India s auto component exports heading to the US, companies like Sona BLW, Tata Motors, Bharat Forge, and Samvardhana Motherson face revenue risks.

Indian stock markets will remain closed on March 31 for Eid-ul-Fitr. Trading across BSE and NSE, including equities and derivatives, will resume on April 1 after the extended weekend break. Investors should plan trades accordingly to avoid disruptions.

Indian stock markets closed lower on Friday as auto and IT stocks declined amid caution over U.S. tariffs. Nifty and Sensex showed intraday volatility, while analysts predict short-term consolidation before the next move, with key resistance at 23,750 and support at 23,350.