In 2025, Nifty's returns are expected to be muted due to high valuations and global uncertainties, particularly influenced by incoming US President Trump's policies and a rising dollar. CLSA favors commodities and insurance while being underweight on IT, discretionary, industrials, and healthcare sectors. The firm has added Tata Motors, NTPC, Nestle, and Britannia to its India focus portfolio, removing HDFC Bank, citing a shift towards consumption stocks amid declining capex spending by governments.