The rush of cash into the US money-market funds is showing few signs of slowing as it secured a record $7.4 trillion in assets.

Mandatory accreditation for investors could sideline early-stage backers, slow deal flow, and hit tier-2, tier-3 founders, until the ecosystem adjusts

In 2024, SME IPOs delivered an average pop of around 60% on debut. About 240 such IPOs hit the market during the year, raising ₹8,761 crore, the highest number since the pandemic. The frenzy continues this year, despite geopolitical uncertainty. Experts, now, are warning of a froth build-up.

Expert view on markets: Pawan Jain of Ashika Group believes India's long-term growth story is strong. Despite global uncertainties, the Indian stock market showed resilience in CY25's first half. Optimism remains for the second half.

Rising Middle East tensions have led overseas investors to turn bearish on the Indian stock market, with FPIs withdrawing ₹4,192 crore in June. Despite this, strong domestic institutional support has kept the market resilient, gaining nearly 1% so far this month.