Defensive Positioning, AI Opportunities And FII Flows In Focus: IME Capital

In an interview with ET NOW, Ashi Anand, Founder & CEO of IME Capital, discussed the key factors influencing market sentiment, including foreign investor flows, the evolving AI investment theme, and geopolitical risks. Ashi noted that while potential tax reforms for foreign investors could support sentiment, a sustained revival in FII flows will likely depend on stronger economic growth. The discussion also covered recent portfolio changes at IME Capital, including higher cash allocations, reduced exposure to IT services and real estate, and increased investments in capital goods companies linked to the global AI-driven electricity and data center value chain. Ashi highlighted the importance of monitoring developments in the US-Iran conflict and oil prices, noting that greater clarity on the geopolitical front would be a key trigger for deploying additional capital