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India's IPO Market Q1 2025: Resilience & Growth Analysis | Finance Insights India's IPO Market Q1 2025: Resilience & Growth Analysis Published on: April 28, 2025 | Data source: EY Q1 2025 IPO Trends Report Despite global economic headwinds, India's IPO market has demonstrated remarkable resilience in Q1 2025, capturing 22% of global IPO activity with 62 offerings raising $2.8 billion. This analysis examines the key deals, sector trends, and regulatory landscape shaping India's public markets. Q1 2025 IPO Market Snapshot Total raised: $2.8 billion across 62 IPOs Market share: 22% of global IPO activity Flagship deal: Hexaware Technologies ($1 billion) Sector leaders: Technology, Healthcare, and Financial Services ...

India's Fiscal Health: 2024-25 Deficit Analysis | Budget Insights India's Fiscal Deficit Trends: 2024-25 Budget Analysis Published on: April 28, 2025 | Data source: Union Budget 2024-25 Documents The 2024-25 Union Budget presents a mixed fiscal picture, with gradual deficit reduction but continued borrowing pressures. This analysis breaks down the key deficit metrics and financing sources through 2025-26. 2024-25 Budget Highlights Fiscal deficit target: 4.9% of GDP (2024-25 BE) reducing to 4.4% (2025-26 BE) Revenue deficit improvement: Down to 1.8% from 2.6% (2023-24) Market borrowings: ₹11.63 lakh crore planned for 2024-25 Effective revenue deficit: Dramatic reduction to 0.6% of GDP ...

Parag Parikh Flexi Cap vs SBI Multi Asset Fund: 2025 Showdown | Smart Investing Parag Parikh Flexi Cap vs SBI Multi Asset: 2025 Face-Off Published on: April 28, 2025 | Last updated: April 28, 2025 In the evolving 2025 investment landscape, choosing between the Parag Parikh Flexi Cap Fund and SBI Multi Asset Allocation Fund requires fresh analysis. This updated comparison examines performance, risk metrics, and optimal allocation strategies for today's market conditions. 2025 Quick Takeaway Parag Parikh Flexi Cap shines when: You have 10+ year horizon , can tolerate 40%+ drawdowns , and want concentrated equity exposure with international diversification. SBI Multi Asset excels when: You prefer all-weather stability , need lower volatility (25-30% less than pure equity), and want automatic asset rebalancing. 2025 Stra...

Small-Cap vs. Large-Cap Mutual Funds: Which Is Better in 2025? | Smart Investing Blog Small-Cap vs. Large-Cap Mutual Funds in 2025: Updated Analysis Published on: April 25, 2025 | Last updated: April 25, 2025 With small-cap mutual funds delivering extraordinary returns in 2024-25, many investors are wondering: Should I shift my entire portfolio to small caps? This updated 2025 analysis compares small-cap vs. large-cap funds with current data, risk assessment, and optimal allocation strategies. 2025 Market Snapshot: Small-Cap vs. Large-Cap Performance 5-Year Returns (2020-2025) 32.5% CAGR Nifty Small-Cap 250 18.2% CAGR ...

Top Mutual Fund Managers in India (April 2025) India's Top Mutual Fund Managers (April 2025) How to Use This Analysis The tables below compare India's top mutual fund managers across categories as of April 2025, using SEBI-verified 5-year and 10-year CAGR data alongside AUM size and expense ratios. Performance metrics account for: Post-RBI rate hike adjustments (6.5% repo rate) SEBI's March 2025 ESG disclosure mandates February 2025 market correction impacts Selection Criteria: 🔥 15%+ 5Y CAGR: Growth-focused strategies 🛡️ <8% Drawdown: Risk management excellence 💰 ₹50K+ Cr AUM: Institutional confidence Methodology: Data sourced from AMFI/SEBI disclosures as of 31 March 2025, verified against benchmark indices (Nifty 50 TRI for equity, CRISIL Composi...

Best Mutual Fund Managers in India (April 2025): Verified Performance Analysis Best Mutual Fund Managers in India (April 2025): RBI Rate Hike Survivors By [Your Name] | Updated: 26 April 2025 💡 April 2025 Insight: Despite RBI's 6.5% repo rate, these managers delivered double-digit returns through sector rotation (PSU banks, renewables) and dynamic asset allocation. 2025 Performance Metrics Data verified by SEBI's March 2025 disclosure norms: 5-Year CAGR (2020-2025) 2024-25 FY Returns (Post-taxation changes) Downside Protection (Feb 2025 market correction) Top 5 Performing Managers (April 2025) 1. Sankaran Naren – ICICI Prudential Value Fund Consistent Performer 5-Year CAGR: 14.2% (2020-2025) 2025 Strategy: Overweight on PSU b...

April 2024 Inflation Crisis: Record Highs Predicted | Complete Economic Analysis April 2024 Inflation Crisis: Record Highs Predicted | Complete Economic Analysis The April 2024 Inflation Shockwave The latest economic forecasts predict inflation will hit 6.8% in April 2024 , marking the highest level in 18 months and triggering urgent RBI policy reviews . This surge threatens to erode consumer purchasing power and destabilize growth projections across all economic sectors. Consumer Price Index Projected 6.8% Highest since 2022 Producer Prices 9.2% increase Year-over-year Food Inflation 8.4% predicted Essential commodities Fuel Prices 12% surge Global oil market impact Key Aspects of the Inflation Crisis Primary Drivers: Food and fuel prices account for 65% of the inflation surge Policy...