The Indian market is transitioning from a momentum-driven rally to a more discerning phase where balance sheet repair and unit economics take precedence over raw volume. While headline indices are under pressure from rising inflation and hawkish RBI expectations, individual stories in IT services and specialized manufacturing are decoupling from the macro gloom.
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Week in reviewThe Deleveraging Dividend: India’s Mid-Caps Pivot from Growth at All Costs
As the Nifty 50 retreats 2.09% on inflation jitters, a distinct shift toward balance sheet hygiene and merchant monetization is emerging in the mid-market and IPO space.
By the Aurific Market DeskSeptember 14, 20264 min readAI-assisted
Nifty 50
-2.09%
this week
India 10Y
6.78%
G-sec yield
Top gainer
+91.59%
ESDS
Top loser
-23.90%
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