Performance

• Financial experts continue to recommend the Parag Parikh Flexi Cap Fund despite its recent period of underperformance. • The fund is praised for its disciplined large-cap bias and its ability to deliver consistent, risk-adjusted returns over the long term. • This perspective matters as it warns investors against "performance chasing" or switching to recent category leaders based on short-term trends.

• Government officials are convening for a performance review meeting to analyze the socio-economic situation of June and the second quarter of 2026. • The agenda focuses on critical financial metrics, including the allocation and disbursement of public investment capital and state budget-related tasks from the first six months. • The session aims to evaluate the progress of national target programmes to ensure alignment with government goals.

• Indian benchmark indices rose on July 3, with the Sensex gaining nearly 480 points and the Nifty crossing the 24,300 mark. • The rally was primarily driven by IT stocks, highlighted by HCL Technologies which saw a rise of over 4%. • Conversely, PSU banks experienced profit booking despite reporting strong quarterly business growth for Q1.

The US city is home to about 70,000 Bosnians, the largest diaspora community outside their homelandMersad Smajic, a St Louis, Missouri, real estate investor and restaurant owner, has been thrilled to see fellow Bosnian immigrants thrive in their new home, which has been especially evident during the World Cup.The midwestern city has about 70,000 Bosnians, most of whom fled the country during its war in the 90s, making it the largest such community outside the Balkan country. Continue reading...

• The 2026 BET Awards took place on Sunday, June 28, at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, California. • The event featured high-energy performances from a diverse lineup of artists, including Cardi B, Kehlani, Doechii, and Lauryn Hill. • Known as "Culture's Biggest Night," the ceremony serves as a major annual celebration of Black excellence in music and entertainment.

• The U.S. Dollar Index is on track for its strongest monthly performance since July 2025, recording a 2.5% increase in June. • This surge is driven by robust U.S. economic indicators and inflation remaining above the 4% threshold, pushing the Federal Reserve toward a more hawkish policy. • Financial markets have already priced in expectations for two additional quarter-point interest rate hikes before the end of the year.

• RAYE and Ari Lennox have been added to the performance lineup for the 2026 BET Awards, which will be hosted by comedian Druski. • The ceremony is scheduled to air live from the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles on Sunday, June 28, at 8 p.m. ET. • High-profile stars including Keke Palmer and Kelly Rowland are confirmed to appear as presenters during the event.