Midcap, smallcap MFs rally as experts advise to remain cautious amid global tensions

IANS | March 24, 2026 5:24 PM

New Delhi, March 24 (IANS) When it comes to returns, mid-cap and small-cap mutual funds have remained among the preferred choices for investors. Both categories have witnessed substantial growth over the past five years, with assets under management (AUM) rising sharply on the back of strong investor participation and sustained inflows, a report said on Tuesday.

IMF funding fails to get Pakistan on growth path

IANS | March 24, 2026 3:22 PM

New Delhi, March 24 (IANS) The decision to enter another IMF funding arrangement has been a subject of continuous debate in Pakistan, as the country has already gone to the multilateral lending institution as many as 24 times for bailout packages to restore its macroeconomic vulnerabilities.