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AI spending boom faces funding and power reality check: Jim Walker

AI's ambitious spending faces a funding crunch, shifting from internal cash to debt, raising investor concerns. Experts highlight energy and skilled labour shortages as the real hurdles, not technology itself. This reality may redirect investment from US tech giants towards infrastructure, power sectors, and emerging markets like China and India, promising sustainable returns.

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Midcaps, smallcaps turn attractive on earnings revival; financials to lead next rally: Dinshaw Irani

Midcaps and smallcaps are turning attractive after a 14-month consolidation as earnings rebound and growth-adjusted valuations improve, according to Helios MF CEO Dinshaw Irani. He believes retail caution and not weak fundamentals, is holding smallcaps back, and further expects financials—especially consumer-facing banks—to lead the next market rally once margins stabilise.

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PSU Banks steal the show in 2025: Is the rally far from over?

PSU banks have emerged as the top performers in 2025, with the Nifty PSU Bank Index rising over 26%, far ahead of the broader market. Strong earnings, improved asset quality and attractive valuations have driven gains, though performance remains uneven across lenders. Analysts see momentum sustaining over the next few quarters.

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Tokenized Real Estate: How Alt DRX is reshaping access, liquidity, and transparency for millions of investors

India's real estate market is undergoing a digital transformation. Tokenized property ownership allows investors to buy small fractions, making real estate accessible to more people. Platforms like Alt DRX are simplifying investment processes, offering transparency and liquidity. This innovation is set to unlock significant growth, democratizing wealth creation through property for millions across the nation.