The Indian markets have faced a challenging phase since October 2024, with the Nifty 50 breaking a 23-year record by marking its fourth consecutive month of decline.

The Indian markets touched record highs in September 2024, and as investors celebrated, they had no idea what was coming next.

Understanding Sector Rotation Sector rotation refers to the cyclical performance of different sectors of the market

The article considers several case-studies and does an overall analysis to conclude how certain factors have contributed to the fall of the ones who were at the top

As the curtains fall on 2024, it is time to reflect on a year that tested the patience and resilience of investors.

As the global scenario changes every now and then with persistent geopolitical conflicts and inflation worries, investors may be feeling short-changed at the current moment on account of the dips in the equity markets.

The return of Donald Trump to head the U.S. administration will definitely mean a change in the existing policies that are likely to impact not only the global trade scenario and the value of the U.S. dollar but also a restructuring of various sectors in India that are dependent on trade links with the U.S.

Even though there is no negating the fact that banking stocks have dipped due to the underperformance of the sector, they showed signs of a comeback in October, momentarily reversing their underperformance. From the start of October, the banking index has outpaced both the broader and frontline indices. The article takes a closer look at how the banking sector may perform in the coming months and whether investors should continue to place their faith in banks 

As we look back from Diwali 2023 to Diwali 2024, the Indian equity market has had a stellar run, barring the past one month. Nifty has surged over 26 per cent during this period, marking it as one of the most exciting years for investors.

The Indian equity market has recently been caught in a downward spiral.

Despite the ongoing talks of a potential recession or a long-overdue market correction, developments such as renowned investor Warren Buffett decision to go on a sell off spree and amass a large cash reserve following the sale of shares in companies like Apple and Bank of America, have sparked speculation about an impending market downturn.

As we navigate through the ebb and flow of the global financial markets, our equity market has demonstrated a strong resilience. While August began with a mini-meltdown in global equities—a tremor felt across many of the world's leading stock indices including India—recovery was swift for most, though not for all.

On an average, the mid-cap stocks have generated a mean return of 48.56 per cent

This technique, which involves buying low and selling high by perfectly predicting market peaks and troughs, is often hailed as the ultimate strategy

The hike in Long-Term Capital Gains Tax and the removal of indexation benefits from property, hybrid mutual funds and gold have raised worries about higher tax burdens for investors. Yet, the market current trajectory suggests an underlying confidence and resilience that is baffling many analysts. This article explains the reason for such divergence between market performance and the expected negative impact of the budget’s tax changes

Although the Indian equity valuations remain relatively high, experts believe this alone is unlikely to derail the bull market, provided they are supported by robust growth prospects in a global environment of subdued growth.

In tune with the adage that the early bird gets the worm, investors would do well to identify those themes or sectors that are poised for tremendous growth in the coming days. If, as this report indicates, there is a clear shift towards electrical vehicles or digital technologies, then those are the kinds of sectors you should pay closer attention to. The stocks of these companies would definitely shoot up and give investors long-term benefits 

Are you regretting your decision to exit on an IPO  listing day with only small profits while it went on to perform exceptionally well? This is a common dilemma for many investors, stemming from uncertainty about whether to hold on to their IPO shares or rake in early gains. Mandar Wagh discusses the fundamental factors crucial for an IPO  long-term success that investors should consider to achieve better profits

Imagine an investor who was off exploring another planet during the first week of June, missing the exit poll of India general election and its market reaction.

While major global indices have been on a tear in 2024, scaling new peaks, India's frontline indices have presented a more muted performance.

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. 

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

The dynamic Indian market demands adaptability, with multinational companies outsourcing to comply with regulatory policies. Indian firms are also shifting towards asset-light models, focusing on core competencies.

The outperformance of NASDAQ is not broad-based and is primarily led by a few companies that are dominant in new emerging technologies and are leading the wave. Indian IT companies and many other traditional IT companies will see a temporary slowdown till the time they do the catching up either organically or inorganically

Over the past one month we have seen a dramatic shift in the performance of the Indian equity indices.

Base rate investing offers a distinct advantage to investors encouraging them to look beyond the noise and focus on underlying fundamentals and longterm trends.

Extensive research has led to the selection of India's top 150 companies which have created wealth for their promoters, shareholders and the society at large.

The financial year 2023-24 till date has proven to be exceptional for the markets, marked by a robust rally in indices that propelled them to reach all-time high levels.

Real estate developers are reporting record presales. The speed at which these luxury units were absorbed into the market not only signifies

Over the course of the year, the RBI has successfully mitigated inflationary pressures, all the while maintaining robust economic growth.

As we step into the year 2024, it is only right that we take a look at how the equity market performed in 2023 and the factors that helped it to surge.

Presently, the Adani Group stocks collectively hold a market capitalisation close to ₹15 lakh crore, a significant climb from he ₹10 lakh crore mark observed in the final week of November.

As we approach the six-month mark before India's forthcoming general election, attention gravitates toward this pre-election period, often marked by notable fluctuations in the stock market. The article examines the likelihood of an impact in the months leading to the election.

The Q2FY24 performance of Indian Inc. presented a mixed picture, even though it leaned towards positive results.

Diwali Portfolio 2022 Review: Surpassing Benchmarks with Striking Performers

Mandar Wagh highlights the importance of incorporating qualitative factors alongside financial metrics to make informed investment decisions, underscoring their crucial role in shaping IPO outcomes

Why are the artificial intelligence (AI) and electric vehicle (EV) sectors generating immense optimism, evolving into sunrise sectors...

The Indian equity market has seen a remarkable surge in performance, particularly within the broader equity indices.

Reasons to Invest in Mid-Cap Stocks. As of now, the segment that is leading gains in the equity hemisphere is definitely the broader market with the mid-cap index heading it.

The stock of the heavy electrical equipment maker, which closed at ₹ 8.78 on February 2, 2020 ended at ₹ 408.65 on August 16, 2023 on the BSE.

One of the fastest growing economies and most stable currencies compared to others has strengthened India's macroeconomic outlook, thereby attracting foreign investors.

After hitting a record high in the last quarter of FY23, compared with their poor showing in the previous two quarters of the financial year, the first quarter of FY24 has started on expected lines.

By employing this expectation investing approach, investors can gain insights into the growth expectations priced into the stock and assess whether they align with their investments. However, before employing expectation investing, investors should exercise caution and consider the assumptions and uncertainties when determining growth expectations. The article explains the process to be followed and highlights the pitfalls 

In this article Bhavya Rathod delves into the technical aspects of constructing a strong equity portfolio in the indian market, equipping investors with valuable insights to optimise their investment strategies.

A value trap is a situation in which an investment appears to be undervalued based on traditional valuation metrics.

Investing in small-cap stocks, often considered the wild frontier of the financial markets, can be an exhilarating and potentially rewarding endeavour. Bhavya Rathod explains why investors should not ignore small-caps and the opportunities they present for long-term wealth creation

Overall, the results were in line with street expectations with some sectors performing well while others struggled.

It has often been said that while a normal summer may not create much of an impact on the equity markets, the recurrence of heat waves can bring about a disruption, leading to a fall in stock prices. To test the validity of such a theory, we carried out a study taking historical records and other data into consideration. The conclusion is interesting, to say the least

Yogesh Supekar discusses the correlation between inflation and equity returns while highlighting which sectors to focus on during inflationary environment.

The fallout of Silicon Valley Bank and Credit Suisse has created enough doubts in investors' mind about the health of banks across the globe. Indian banks are considered safe but it would be interesting to find out if they are investible at the current prices. Yogesh Supekar, while analysing the current situation in the global banking industry, shares an outlook on the banking stocks for Indian investors

The volatility in the markets on account of several factors has created a wave of confusion among investors as to whether small-cap and mid-cap stocks are a preferable choice. However, as this article shows, Bhavya Rathod elucidates how during such times the large-cap stocks should be focused on since they provide stability to the portfolio

Inflation has been the talk of the town in 2022 and in 2023 it threatens to be the most dominant factor affecting the global equity market moods. With the widely expected El Nino to disrupt the monsoon season in India this year, Yogesh Supekar discusses the probable impact it may have on inflation and hence on the markets

After a rather volatile 2022 for equity markets given the negative circumstances, the year 2023 looks like yet another year where the outlook is not clear and headroom is visible in terms of geopolitical tensions and the rising interest rates owing to stubborn inflation. Yogesh Supekar discusses the market outlook for the current year 2023 while celebrating the success stories (stocks) of 2022 

The Indian economy is presently in a sweet spot with the growth engine going full throttle. There is a very clear visibility of healthy potential demand for the future, which has provided confidence to large corporates to aggressively ramp up their capacities.

BSE Sensex is approximately 4 per cent down from its all-time high levels. Market stability is important for investors as stable stock prices encourage higher participation.

Despite the worries revolving around the geopolitical conflicts and the threat of the re-emergence of the pandemic, Bhavya Rathod and Armaan Madhani elucidate how the Indian manufacturing sector is poised to take a big leap forward, propelled mainly by the government's initiatives and strategies like 'Make in India' the PLI scheme. This report highlights how this growth story will take shape

The year 2022 was a unique one where both bears and bulls had their chances. With BSE Sensex threatening to close in negative returns for CY22 after several years of delivering positive returns, investors are adopting a cautious stance on markets for CY23. Yogesh Supekar discusses the outlook for the equity markets for 2023 while the DSIJ research team recommends top 10 picks for 2023 that should outperform the markets 

We keep saying that the importance of FIIs reduces as domestic participation in Indian equity market increases. However, we don't stop tracking FIIs activity, do we? There is a reason why we do so. Yogesh Supekar highlights FIIs' participation and explains why FIIs cannot ignore a growth market like India

With the BSE Sensex and Nifty hitting all-time highs along with Bank Nifty, broader market investors have suddenly realised that their portfolios may have underperformed. Yogesh Supekar focuses on the reasons behind the underperformance of the broader markets and explains what steps investors should take in the current market situation

Are you the kind the investor who follows the purchase and selling decisions of ace investors, as for example, Rakesh Jhunjhunwala? And have you either made good money or burnt your fingers in doing so? The question is whether it is a wise choice to track the dealings of superstar investors or carry out due diligence on your own and then invest in independently carried out choices? Yogesh Supekar discusses the pros and cons of following the footsteps of any ace investor while also highlighting the performance in 2022 of some of the most renowned investors in India 

Indian companies are making a strong comeback. The quarterly results tend to set the tone for market direction and help investors to take cognizance of the crucial ground realities. Armaan Madhani analyses Q2FY23 results, highlighting the hits and misses and deciphers the trend for this earnings season 

A lot has changed from the previous Diwali to this Diwali for the equity markets. If the mood was optimistic during last year’s festive season, this year the mood is that of cautious optimism. Yogesh Supekar discusses the market behaviour that has been prevalent in the past one year while also focusing on what to expect in the coming year. Alongside, the DSIJ research team shares their top 10 picks for ‘mahurat’ trading.

The world post the effects of the pandemic is a different business place and there is no doubt that India today is in a much better place than it was before the virus outbreak. Several sectors stand to benefit from the China Plus One story. Shreya Chaware explains in detail what exactly this new development is and highlights the sectors that stand to benefit from such changing global business relations 

Investing in high dividend-yielding stocks is considered to be a strategic way to make a reliable and regular source of passive income to build wealth. Armaan Madhani explains how and why, fundamentally strong and consistent dividend-paying companies can be sound value bets for investors in the long run 

Mid-caps have created wealth for investors over the years and are extremely popular amongst retail investors. Investors are attracted towards mid-caps because of high growth opportunities offered by some of the quality names. Yogesh Supekar explores investing opportunities in the mid-cap space while highlighting some of the top performing mid-caps in recent years 

We have seen that every stock market rally has different sectors contributing to market gains. The leadership however keeps revolving. The most important question that interests majority of the investors is: who will lead the next leg of rally that can be expected to take markets to all-time highs? Yogesh Supekar shares insights on the market condition while highlighting the importance of the banking sector stocks in one’s core portfolio 

The trend, at least in the near term, seems to have reversed for the markets. While the headwinds remain, the cooling of the commodity prices, especially the crude oil prices are boosting the chances of a sustainable rally in the equity markets. FIIs have long been considered as one of the most important market participants in India and they have started buying into the equity markets in India after an aggressive consistent selling in 2022. Yogesh Supekar discusses the market trends with reference to the FII turning net buyers 

With several factors lending volatility to the equity markets and creating a downturn, it is time now to study the corporate results to check whether there are signs of a healthy uptrend for the coming quarter as well as get some insights on the sectors that have fared well. Armaan Madhani takes stock of Q1FY23 earnings, highlighting the hits and misses 

Market volatility is not new to investors and even bear markets are not unknown for those who have spent considerable amount of time in the markets. However, there are many investors who are not ready, prepared or well-equipped to deal with both bear market conditions and market volatility. How does one deal with such tough market conditions and continue to make money? Can investment advisors really help investors in such turbulent times? Yogesh Supekar candidly discusses the issue of hiring an investment advisor so as to maximise gains and avoid the market pitfalls

Given that the equity market valuation looks richer, the confidence in asset class that has bought so much joy for investors over the past couple of years is bound to increase after a lengthy correction seen since October 2021.

Stock market analysis with the help of PE multiple is extremely popular. There could be very many reasons for PE being a favoured ratio for stock market analysis but it may not be the most appropriate way to look at PE and take investment decisions. Yogesh Supekar highlights the importance of looking beyond the PE ratio while discussing the risks of giving too much emphasis to it.

Small-caps have created huge amount of wealth since the pandemic hit us in early 2020. The BSE Small-Cap index has gained by a whopping 200 per cent since March 2020 and this is after the recent 17 odd per cent correction from the highs. The market direction hereon may test retail investors’ patience. Yogesh Supekar discusses the performance of small-cap stocks in the recent past while highlighting the prospects of small-cap stocks in the coming quarters 

Volatile markets call for investors to be cautious. Market correction often leads to investors rethinking their original portfolio strategy and asset allocation. Deep market corrections also lead us to focus on the safety net of high dividend-yielding stocks. Yogesh Supekar discusses the importance of having high dividend-yielding stocks in the portfolio while also highlighting the emerging opportunities in the market owing to steep correction

As the earnings season gains momentum, investors will be eyeing quarterly results to gauge the future trajectory of stock markets at the beginning of the new financial year. Armaan Madhani analyses Q4FY22 results, highlighting the hits and misses while the DSIJ Research Team decodes the sector-wise performance of the current earnings season

The current inflation levels that are at a multi-decade high are causing lot of worries for global equity investors. It is inflation levels and the fear of rising inflation that remains a key risk for the equity markets in FY23. For long-term investors it is worth studying the impact of inflation and interest rates on equity prices. Yogesh Supekar explains the trend while also highlighting which sector stands to gain the most from such dynamic market changes.

Many see the distinction between growth and value investing as somewhat arbitrary, but it's useful to lay out what might differ between the two approaches.

The ongoing market correction has pushed most of the large-cap stocks lower into a range that would but naturally excite long-term investors.

Everyone involved in the stock market game will agree that investing benefits only if it is done for the long term.

With the market indices trading volatile and the broader markets making lower lows, it is time that investors take a cautious approach on the markets.

Providing a broad-spectrum booster shot to the economy, Union Budget 2022-23 is progressive, especially with its emphasis on building the infrastructure of the country. The Finance Minister

The earnings season keeps market participants busy as the information that matters the most is shared by the management of listed companies on a quarterly basis.

Out of the Rs 1.3 lakh crore raised via IPOs throughout the year 2021, roughly 33 per cent of it was cumulatively raised by eight new-age companies such as Paytm, Zomato, Nykaa, PB Fintech, Car Trade, Fino Payments Bank, Nazara Technologies and Easy Trip.

After a stellar performance of the equity markets in 2021, it is time to take stock of the market and decide what strategy needs to be adopted for the coming year. Will it be a year where gold outperforms equity? Will Sensex deliver double-digit returns or will it be a flat year for the markets? Whether small caps will outperform once again in 2022? Yogesh Supekar attempts to answer the most pertinent questions facing investors while Karan Bhojwani shares his insights with a technical perspective on markets even, and the DSIJ Research Team provide their top 10 picks for 2022.

Markets when in uptrend invite lot of momentum investors to participate in the rally. Buying stocks that are close to their respective 52-week highs is a one-way momentum that investors identify as investing opportunities. But does this strategy always work? How does one use the 52-week high data effectively? Yogesh Supekar discusses the pros and cons of investing in stocks at 52-week high levels.

The market is finally showing signs of weakness after a one-way movement from the time it hit the lows in March 2020. This correction in stock prices will create opportunities for investors. However, the question is about which strategy will work best in the current market situation. Will contrarian investing approach suit in the current market conditions? Yogesh Supekar explains why contrarian investing approach is for all seasons and how it works 

Looking at the current mood in the market and the way new investors think about stock valuation, it looks like the concept of value investing is outdated. Yogesh Supekar discusses why value investing is not something one should say goodbye to and that it matters even today when everyone is chasing growth

On the Diwali previous to this one, the markets have rewarded investors wholeheartedly and more than what was expected. With a stellar performance after coming out of the woods, investors have high expectations from the markets and are all geared to cash in on any opportunity that the market can throw at them. However, the big question is whether there will be enough opportunities to accommodate...

Capital allocation when the equity market is at its life highs can be a strategic decision that may decide how fast your money grows. Asset allocation, we all understand, is the key to wealth creation in the long run. What should be your capital allocation strategy when the equity market is at all-time high? Yogesh Supekar with the help of sectoral trends provides direction on the optimal capital allocation decisions.

Automotive stocks have had a special emotional value for those investors who have been investing in the markets for more than two decades. The likes of Bajaj Auto, Ashok Leyland, Hero Motors, Eicher Motors and Tata Motors have created humongous wealth for its shareholders. However, the industry has gone through a rough patch over the past few years.

The Indian equity market is proving to be a shining star on the global stage with the BSE Sensex and Nifty 50 continuing to hit record highs in 2021.

With the Indian benchmark indices turning into world-beating indices once again, investors' confidence in equity as an asset class is at an all-time high along with the BSE Sensex and Nifty 50.

Option trading is often considered lucrative by traders as there is always a chance to book abnormal returns in the short term. Option trading is also popular because it requires less amount of capital.

As always, the earnings' season keeps market participants busy as the information that matters the most is shared by the management of listed companies on a quarterly basis. It is also important because it sets the tone for market direction and helps investors understand the ground realities in the listed space. Yogesh Supekar takes stock of earnings in 1QFY22 and deciphers the trend this season

What the Zomato IPO has done is that it has added fuel to the fire when it comes to retail participation in India markets. This IPO frenzy is one of the best, if not the best, in the history of the Indian markets when it comes to the amount of money being raised from the public. Yogesh Supekar compares the 2021 IPO performance with some of the previous years’ performances while also highlighting some of the most promising IPOs awaited in 2021

Booking profits on regular basis is important. One can look at booking partial profits in those counters where the PE has expanded the most and it looks like the multiples may not be sustainable. Yogesh Supekar discusses in detail on how to go about booking profits and which parameters one should use.

Special situation investing is something that can excite both investors and traders who want to make a quick buck in the market by incredibly improving the odds. What exactly is this strategy and how does one put it into practice to make handsome profits? Read on as Yogesh Supekar throws some light on this exciting topic

Ever since the markets started recovering from the lows of March 2020, the stocks prices have not looked back and what we are witnessing now is a historic rally, which may rarely repeat itself in our lifetime. While the stunning rally has created wealth for investors across the board, what has surprised most participants is the number of multibaggers this market has created. If you look at the past one-year returns for any random listed stock, chances are that more than 50-50 of the returns being more than 100 per cent. Yogesh Supekar discusses at length what makes a multibagger and how best we can identify such stocks

With the Nifty touching all-time highs and surprising market participants with tremendous gains in 2020 and 2021 alike, it is the category of small-cap stocks that is actually making a difference in an investor's portfolio by not only outperforming Nifty in the past one year but by also delivering a broad-based market rally, thus allowing a majority of the investors to book profits. Yogesh Supekar highlights the trend in the smallcap universe while also focusing on the top-quality performers in the small-cap space

The markets are always exciting when stock prices gain but they can be said to be in a frenzy mood when you have more than 1,000 listed shares doubling in one year. What is eye-popping in this market rally is the rapid increase in participation by retail investors. In this cover story Yogesh Supekar highlights the global trend that is indicative of larger shift in 'who dominates the market flows' while also discussing the implications for portfolio returns

The rising number of corona virus cases and earnings are the factors that may decide the market direction going forward. While the positive results have so far kept market momentum intact, the increasing spread of the second wave of the virus threatens to dislodge the positivity in the markets. Yogesh Supekar analyses the Q4 results while highlighting the hits and misses of the current earnings season while the DSIJ Research Team highlights the sector-wise earnings’ performance this season