Equity inflows power ₹9.5 lakh crore jump in mutual fund AUM since last Independence Day

The Indian mutual fund industry has surged to ₹85.76 lakh crore by July 2026, with millennials driving the trend towards equities. Over the past five years, equity fund assets have increased by 227%, highlighting the shift from traditional deposits to mutual fund investments. Mutual funds have become a preferred investment choice for Indian retail investors…

Technical View: Nifty trading in narrow range, breaking 24,700-24,800 zone crucial for trending move

Analysts said the Nifty continues to trade within a narrow band and a decisive move beyond the 24,700–24,800 zone is likely to set the tone for the next directional move. Sensex, Nifty closed lower in a range-bound trade on Friday. The equity benchmarks ended lower on Friday in a range-bound trade, weighed down by losses…