Equities, Not Gold, to Lead 2026 Market Cycle: Rohit Srivastava

• Rohit Srivastava of Indiacharts predicts equities, not gold, will drive the next market cycle by 2026, signaling a shift from safe-haven assets.
• He foresees a "blow off and fantastic" year for Indian markets in 2026, with Nifty potentially reaching 27,000 after breaking 26,500.
• Srivastava highlights a new cycle in base metals, driven by a weakening US dollar and expected US interest rate cuts, as a key theme.
• Opportunities exist in lagging PSU stocks like REC, Power Finance Corporation, NTPC, and GAIL, with a pre-budget rally expected.
• Mid and small-cap stocks offer attractive entry points post-correction, with the mid-cap index outperforming Nifty.

Why It Matters: Indian equities are poised for significant growth by 2026, driven by a shift from gold and a new commodity cycle.