Small-Caps: Book Profits Or Remain Invested?

Our analysis of the performance of small-cap stocks indicates that while the broader markets are expected to rise, caution is advised regarding extreme valuations. Therefore, it is recommended to choose quality small-cap stocks based on thorough fundamental and technical research. The article highlights the reasons for doing so

Are Small-Cap Funds Still Lucrative?

While the high growth potential of small-cap funds is enticing, the investment comes with a significant downside. Compared to large-cap funds, small-caps experience deeper maximum drawdown during market downturns. The article examines the how, why and when of investing in small-cap funds

Can The Global Equities Sustain The Bull Run In The Second Half Of 2024?

After four weeks of gains, the markets paused in the past fortnight, despite outstanding earnings from the Al leader NVIDIA. For the year, the S&P 500 remains up by about 10 per cent, and we view some consolidation after the recent strong performance.

Shifting Sands: Will FIIs Return To Indian Shores?

The Indian equity market currently grapples with a cloud of uncertainty, with volatility reaching its peak. Fils have been consistent net sellers for months, offloading a significant ₹1.20 lakh crore in 2024 alone. This raises a critical question: Is this indicative of a fundamental shift in their view on the Indian growth story, or are they contending with temporary headwinds? Mandar Wagh delves into the potential reasons behind Fil selling and explores when Fils might return to India

ON A SLIPPERY SLOPE

The recent ban on acquiring new customers online and the issue of credit cards has put a spanner in the operations of the bank. Given that the timeline for its operational turnaround is uncertain, the stock has lost its appeal

Resilience Rules The Roost

The key domestic indices reached all-time highs even though Nifty VIX, known as the 'fear gauge', has doubled in value over the past one month

Risk Profiling in Mutual Funds

Whether you lean towards equity, debt or hybrid investments, recognising your risk tolerance is paramount. By conducting a risk profile assessment, you gain foresight into potential investment risks, mitigating any future unease before it arises. Rakesh Deshmukh takes a closer look at the scenario to see how it works

"The Future Of Mutual Funds Looks Promising"

Given that the current landscape of mutual funds is dynamic and evolving, Rashida Kalolwala, Coo, Edelweiss Mutual Fund, states in this interview that the shift towards digitalisation and the emphasis on transparency are some of the factors that will further propel the growth of the mutual fund industry

ETF Vs Stock Liquidity

Exchange traded funds (ETFs) have undeniably revolutionised the investment landscape for both investors and financial services professionals alike. They offer opportunities to diversify portfolios, manage risk more effectively, and reduce investment costs. However, to fully harness these benefits, it's crucial to dispel confusion and misconceptions surrounding ETFs Liquidity. The article examines the working of ETFs, their liquidity and how investors can capitalise on them

Road To Prosperity Through Mutual Funds

In the pursuit of financial freedom and wealth creation, mutual funds have emerged as a beacon of opportunity for investors in India.

Global Equities Rise Amid An Unsurprising Earnings Season

The S&P 500 Index approached its historical peak and marked its third consecutive week of positive performance in mid-May. Concurrently, other major indices also experienced gains, with value stocks surpassing growth-focused equities.

Commodity Traders To Monitor Key Indicators For Favourable Trade

In the past fortnight, the commodity market oscillated between gains and losses, driven by statements from some FOMC officials emphasising a \"higher-for-longer\" approach to monetary policy, juxtaposed with softer economic data from the US supporting arguments for the Federal Reserve to start monetary easing this year.

Understanding How Businesses Get Premium Valuations

Valuation premium is like the extra amount a buyer is willing to pay for a company or asset beyond its basic value. This happens when the buyer believes the company is worth more than its current price. Vaishnavi Chauhan takes a closer look at this parameter as applicable to various sectors

India's Power Sector Set For A Surge

As the world's third-largest energy market, India's energy needs are expected to double by 2050, driving explosive growth and potentially transforming the country from an energy importer to an exporter, particularly in renewable energy. This shift offers long-term investment prospects for those looking to capitalise on India's energy boom

Q4 Earnings Signals Growth

As investors eagerly await the outcome of the ongoing Lok Sabha elections, hoping for a decisive political mandate, the equity markets are witnessing heightened volatility, along with optimism driven by quarterly financial results and expectations of a post-election result rally. Mandar Wagh analyses company performances sector-wise to offer deeper insights into the future outlooks of various sectors, considering growth triggers and risk factors.

The AI Value Chain

Artificial intelligence has found its way into stock trading and has helped streamline the processes while also helping investors and traders deal with huge amounts of data. In fact, Traditional AI is now making way for Generative AI to give a further edge to those who need to choose, buy and sell stocks at a much faster rate. Vaishnavi Chauhan takes a deeper look at how AI works as an evolutionary technology

IndianOil Achieves Best-Ever Financial & Operational Performance In FY 2023-24

The company has also planned for investments aimed at diversifying its energy mix and supporting India's green energy transition

Godrej Properties - BACKED BY STRONG LEADERSHIP

Given the split in the Godrej Group business entities, should one buy Godrej Properties Ltd.? Vishwesh Sanas explores the new scenario

Markets Volatile Amid Election Uncertainty

High volatility and diminished investor confidence were evident in the market, with the India VIX Index, considered a 'fear gauge' surging over 26 per cent in a single week

How Good Are The Blue Chip Funds?

In the deep blue ocean of the Indian stock market, where volatility reigns supreme, investors often seek safe harbours. In such a scenario, can blue chip mutual funds emerge as a promising option for delivering better risk-adjusted growth? Vardan Pandhare explores

A Fortnight Of Ups And Downs In Indian Equities

ICICI Bank climbed 7.66 per cent after delivering robust quarterly results. Axis Bank and SBI also reached all-time highs, contributing to the rally.

Multi-Asset Funds: A Comprehensive Solution For Diversified Investing

The Indian mutual fund industry has experienced remarkable growth, mirroring the nation's economic expansion and the corresponding transition of savings into financial assets.

Thematic PSU Funds: Value For Money

From the fun of theme parties to the depth of thematic investing, explore how focusing on specific themes can shape your investment journey. Various investment themes are trending these days, with thematic PSU funds being one of them. Rakesh Deshmukh takes a closer look at the scenario

5 BEST Dividend Yielding Stocks

Historically, the portfolio of companies that have paid higher dividend yield has performed better than the broader market equity indices. And this becomes evident from the fact that the calendar year return of these indices shows that out of 15 years of study, in 7 years, Nifty Dividend Opportunities 50 has outperformed Nifty 500. The article examines the phenomenon while also listing the five best dividend-yielding stocks

"Innovation And Capacity Building Are Central To CPCL's Organizational Development & Long-Term Success"

Interview - Shri Arvind Kumar, Managing Director, Chennai Petroleum Corporation Ltd.

BEL: Celebrating 70 Years of Excellence

Bharat Electronics Limited started with humble beginnings and is now a global powerhouse that is constantly broadening its horizons while enhancing its efforts for more in-house developments. In this interview, Bhanu Prakash Srivastava, Chairman and Managing Director, BEL, talks about the extraordinary journey of the company and the strategies that it is presently implementing to expand its products and technologies within and outside the defence sector

PSU Stocks Enjoy Their Moment Of Glory

After a phase of lacklustre performance under dark grey clouds, Indian public sector enterprises are now enjoying prime space in the sunshine, turning out to be smart bets in the Indian market. Primarily, this amazing turnaround has taken place due to the government's focus on infrastructure development in order to propel the nation towards the status of an economic powerhouse and also the revolutionary decisions taken by the managements of the PSUs. The article details the PSUs to understand their current status

Vodafone Idea YET TO ACHIEVE PROFITABLE CONNECTIVITY

Looking at the company's solvency and liquidity position, it has significant amount of liabilities which are greater than the assets, making the shareholders' equity negative

Eraaya Lifespaces Acquires Luxury Staycation Property And Commercial Retail Spaces

Eraaya Lifespaces' recent developments in its hospitality business showcase a robust strategy aimed at expansion and diversification

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