New Delhi, Dec. 26 -- Dear reader, as 2025, a year of global tumult and volatility, rolls by, Mint's reporters and columnists look around the corner on what is coming in 2026-to help you know what to expect and prepare for it. Tell us what you think at feedback@livemint.com.

This year, gold and silver outshone equity markets as foreign investors pulled out of Indian stocks amid high valuations and tepid earnings growth. The tables may somewhat turn in 2026 as experts bet on the return of overseas buyers and bullion to remain range-bound. Yet, uncertainty is expected to prevail for small- and mid-caps, and large-caps are most likely to continue outperforming, according to market participants. Also, the market regulator's clampdown on futu...