In this exclusive interview, Ashutosh Bhargava, Head of Equity Research and Fund Manager at Nippon India Mutual Fund, shares his insights on the current state of the Indian equity market in 2025. He discusses the challenges of momentum investing, the outlook for equity markets, and why disciplined investing is essential in today’s volatile environment. Ashutosh highlights the primary drivers of market performance, such as improved fiscal policy, the RBI’s supportive stance, and the post-earnings downgrade recovery. He also delves into strategies for navigating market uncertainties, including the appeal of flexi-cap and multi-cap funds, which offer a balanced risk-reward ratio.