Market Risks

The Economic Survey 2025-26 highlights significant global economic vulnerabilities, including possible crises worse than the 2008 financial collapse. However, it notes that India will remain better off than most other countries.

Since the valuations of India continue to be slightly above long-term trends, India’s underperformance could persist in the short term with muted FIIs inflows as external issues persist as a point of ponder for the domestic market.

Listed and unlisted bonds differ in terms of liquidity, regulation, and risk profile. Understanding these differences helps investors choose suitable fixed-income instruments for stable returns and long-term financial security in volatile markets.

India’s bond market remains well-positioned in an otherwise uncertain global environment, says Vineet Agrawal, Co-founder of Jiraaf. He adds that strong domestic participation and improving market depth have ensured stability in bond investments.

The bond coupon rate determines the fixed annual income investors earn from bonds, offering predictable returns and stability while helping balance investment portfolios amid fluctuating interest rates and financial market volatility.

With around 20 IPOs lined up in just two weeks, analysts warn that this rush could pull liquidity from the secondary market, exacerbating risks in an already volatile environment.