Mumbai, May 18 -- The equity investment environment in India remains cautious amid rising global uncertainty, elevated crude oil prices and concerns over inflation and global monetary policy, according to a report by SBI Funds Management.

The report stated that investors are currently favouring disciplined and patient investment strategies rather than aggressive positioning amid volatile global conditions.

"From an investment perspective, the environment points to a continued preference for carry strategies in India, with cautious positioning on duration given rising global uncertainties. The 1-2 year segment of the curve remains attractive in the current context," the report stated.

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