Canara Robeco Flexi Cap Fund has consistently generated wealth for over two decades, driven by a philosophy of quality businesses and prudent risk management. The fund currently favors large caps due to valuation, while maintaining a growth-quality investment style. They hold a constructive outlook for Indian equities over the next 3-5 years, anticipating gradual earnings growth.
Gold prices edged higher on Wednesday, nearing record levels. A potential US government shutdown boosted demand for safe assets. Recent US labor data indicated a softening market. This reinforced expectations for Federal Reserve rate reductions. Traders anticipate rate cuts in October and December. Gold performs well when interest rates are low.
US stock futures slipped as the government neared a shutdown after a stopgap funding bill failed, raising investor concerns. The looming shutdown threatens to delay crucial economic reports, like nonfarm payrolls, which are vital for the Federal Reserve's interest-rate decisions. This potential information vacuum could lead to market volatility, especially with valuations near prior peaks.
Indian equity investors may find relief in October, with historical trends showing Nifty gains in seven of the last ten years. However, analysts predict a narrow trading range for the Nifty, likely between 24,300-25,400, due to tariff uncertainties, FII selling, and upcoming large IPOs.
LG Electronics will launch an 11,500 crore IPO, with subscriptions opening from October 7 to 9. The issue comprises an offer for sale of 10.18 crore shares, representing 15% of the company's equity, by its Korean parent. Anchor investors can subscribe on October 6.
Tata Capital's 15,512 crore IPO, the largest of 2025, is drawing robust interest from global and domestic institutions for its anchor book. The 4,600 crore anchor portion, opening October 3, is expected to be oversubscribed more than four times, with major players lining up.
Axis Bank is re-evaluating its plan to sell a stake in Axis Finance. The bank awaits clarity on the Reserve Bank of India's upcoming circular. Potential investors require regulatory guidance before finalising valuations. Axis Bank committed to the RBI not to infuse additional capital. Axis Finance needs significant capital for its future growth plans. This situation impacts the sector.
India's unlisted market faces a stark reality check as major IPOs, including Tata Capital and HDB Financial Services, price significantly below their grey market valuations. This trend has severely dented investor sentiment, causing demand for popular unlisted stocks like NSE and Groww to dry up and their prices to fall. The divergence forces a re-evaluation of pre-IPO investment strategies.
