Budget 2025: Can It Revive The Stock Market? Investor Expectations

As we approach Budget Day on February 1, 2025, stock market investors have high expectations from what the Finance Minister will unpack for them in the Lok Sabha. With both large and small investors facing significant losses amid a market downturn, expectations are high for measures that could stimulate growth and restore confidence. In this video, we explore the current state of the Indian stock market, including the Nifty's decline of over 11% since its September peak and the challenges posed by foreign investor outflows. The video highlights the key areas that market participants hope to see addressed in the Budget, such as potential reductions in Securities Transaction Tax (STT) and adjustments to Long-Term Capital Gains (LTCG) tax rates. Additionally, we discuss the implications of global factors, including shifts in investor sentiment towards U.S. markets under President Trump.