The New Income Tax Bill 2025 was tabled in the Lok Sabha after Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman proposed complete Income Tax exemption

I have been interested in metal stocks, but recent declines

The current market downturn has shaken investor confidence, particularly among those who entered the equity markets during and after the corona virus-triggered pandemic

The past two weeks have been a rollercoaster ride for global stock markets, with U.S. equities experiencing sharp fluctuations.

The benchmark indices’ bearish streak is now on the verge of breaking a 23-year record

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The last fortnight proved challenging not only for the Indian markets but also for the global markets, with the latest trigger being the release of strong US’ jobs data.

The Indian equity market has started 2025 on a challenging note, reminiscent of the turbulent final quarter of 2024

After two quiet holiday-shortened weeks, markets are bracing for an action-packed period ahead, where crucial economic data and policy cues will dominate the narrative.

The year 2024 may have concluded on a subdued note, but for investors, it was a period of remarkable achievements.

After a challenging fortnight that saw the Indian markets tumble by 4-5 per cent, the benchmarks staged a partial recovery at the start of the new year.

Could you provide guidance on investments in the agriculture sector?

As the Indian stock market reopened on January 6 after the holiday season, it was greeted with unexpected turbulence.

The anticipation of a new global era has intensified as countries adjust to shifting trade dynamics and geopolitical policies.

This unexpected revision unsettled markets, causing bond yields to rise and stock prices to tumble.

The recent fortnight was one of the most challenging periods for both markets and investors.

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As we step into 2025, the Indian equity market stands at a critical juncture.

The past fortnight brought a wave of optimism for investors, as Indian markets staged a strong recovery, recouping a significant portion

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Equity markets often have an uncanny ability to baffle even the most experienced investors.

The Indian markets experienced significant volatility over the past fortnight

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With Donald Trump now all set to take over the presidency of the United States of America

Benchmarks remained range-bound with a downward tilt as FIIs persisted with their selling, accumulating a total of  ₹34,000 crore in outflows over the fortnight

And with Trump back in office, its likely to gain renewed attention.

In the past month and a half, the Indian equity market has experienced a significant decline, with major frontline indices dropping around 8 per cent and the broader market indices falling even further.

The markets faced a five-day losing streak as foreign institutional investors (FIIs) persisted with heavy selling in Indian equities

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The recent decline in the Indian equity market has been a jolt for many investors, and understandably

Recent data releases from the U.S. have reinforced expectations for potential Federal Reserve rate cuts, lifting market sentiment in the past fortnight.

Two years ago, in October 2022, inflation was soaring above 8 per cent, the Federal Reserve was aggressively raising interest rates, and the S&P 500 had plunged 25 per cent from its peak. However, this challenging environment eventually gave way to a new bull market that persists till today.

The last fortnight proved to be one of the most challenging periods for the Indian markets, with benchmarks experiencing a sharp five-day losing streak, plunging nearly 6 per cent.

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The Indian equity market has experienced a sharp decline in recent weeks, particularly during the last week of September and the first week of October.

The U.S. economic reports last month also impacted market sentiment.

The U.S. dollar ended the week down at 100.4, with expectations growing for further interest rate cuts from the Federal Reserve.

The market enjoyed a six-session winning streak

I have had a considerable investment in the capital goods sector for many years, which has delivered excellent returns so far.

Since the beginning of FY 2021, the market capitalisation of companies listed on the BSE has surged by approximately Rs 260 lakh crore.

Following a remarkable 13-day winning streak

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After withdrawing billions of dollars from Indian equities year-to-date, foreign institutional investors (FIIs) have made a remarkable comeback in September

Despite talks of a longawaited market correction, the markets surprised everyone with a record 13-day winning streak

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The Indian equity market achieved a significant milestone last week when Nifty 50 extended its winning streak to 14 consecutive trading days, the longest in its history.

In a remarkable turn of events, the Indian stock market staged a significant recovery from August 5-16, 2024,

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The market has quickly rebounded from its recent downturn, with the BSE market capitalisation surging by ₹16.6 lakh crore

Even though the domestic markets witnessed a sharp decline on budget day due to significant changes in the capital gains tax framework

DSIJ magazine has reliably provided timely and insightful recommendations of current market trends and developments.

The Indian equity market smooth ride came to an abrupt halt in the first week of August. Frontline index Nifty 50 lost 1,000 points in a matter of three trading days.

Commodity markets experienced selling pressure in the last fortnight, driven by uncertainties surrounding the upcoming U.S. presidential elections, concerns about the Chinese economy, and increased agricultural production in Brazil.

In the past fortnight saw a shift in market leadership toward small-cap and value stocks.

The Indian benchmark indices experienced modest gains over the past fortnight, following a robust rally, amid uncertainties surrounding Q1FY25 performance and anticipation of the Union Budget.

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In the past fortnight, the dollar was strong above 105, supported by Fed Chair Jerome Powell's dovish comments and tensions in the Middle East.

Two important indicators of U.S. economic growth are the ISM reports on manufacturing and services.

The Indian benchmark indices sustained their robust uptrend, consistently hitting new all-time highs over the past fortnight.

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Following a tumultuous fortnight, the Indian benchmark indices have stabilised, trading within a narrow range and posting modest gains.

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The Indian equity market has navigated well through the Union general elections, despite an unexpected outcome from an equity market standpoint.

Over the past fortnight, Indian headline indices experienced significant volatility.

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The much-anticipated general election has concluded, and the results have led to a unique situation where both sides see themselves as winners.

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Last week, both the frontline equity indices reached new lifetime highs, a milestone that dominated headlines on business news channels and in financial newspapers.

Most of the frontline U.S equity indices showed mixed performance over the past fortnight

The US dollar exhibited volatility, ranging between 104.8 and 105.7, reflecting mixed signals regarding the US economy alongside predominantly hawkish remarks from Fed officials.

The past fortnight reflected a subdued trading environment, largely influenced by a light and unsurprising economic calendar.

The Indian benchmark indices, which faced fluctuations during the first half of the last fortnight, were notably dragged down in the second half due to heightened volatility amid the ongoing Lok Sabha elections, low voter turnout, and uncertainties about the outcome.

I found the concept of PSU awards in the last magazine edition fascinating. It helped me to discover some PSUs, which I wasn’t previously aware of.

In last couple of weeks, we are seeing sudden divergence in the performance between world equity markets and the Indian equity market.

The Indian equity market experienced a whirlwind of ups and downs throughout the second half of April 2024.

I enjoyed the story discussing how the upcoming Lok Sabha elections' results might affect infrastructure sector stocks.

The onset of this fiscal year witnessed a continuation of the bullish momentum seen in the Indian equity market last year.

The primary catalyst for the market's decline was the release of the much-anticipated Consumer Price Index (CPI) data.

Oil prices continued their upward trajectory in the past fortnight, reaching their highest levels since October 2021.

The domestic market experienced a period of volatile trading sessions over the last two weeks, predominantly characterised by upward momentum.

In the recent magazine issue, read your story on overvalued stocks that need to be sold.

The equity market experienced a significant downturn last week, following a surge in frontline indices to all-time highs. Several factors contributed to this heightened volatility.

During the past fortnight, major indices of the U.S. equity markets showed positive momentum, closing a quarter marked by strong gains.

Gold and global equities surged to record levels as the first quarter of 2024 concluded positively. This rise was primarily due to central banks' commitments to potential rate cuts

The BSE Mid-Cap and BSE Small-Cap indices, with gains of 2.80 per cent and 2.75 per cent, respectively, outperformed the main indices

We appreciate your kind words of encouragement. The government's focus on the infrastructure sector serves as a pivotal indicator of economic growth, especially with upcoming elections on the horizon.

The Indian equity market is currently thriving, reaching all-time highs despite recent bouts of volatility. However, many investors find that their portfolios do not reflect this success.
Besides investment,

The preceding fortnight proved to be exceptionally challenging for the broader markets, which had enjoyed a strong rally over the past year.

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The wave of recent market fluctuations has been such that it can leave even the most experienced investors feeling a bit unsettled.

An intriguing development has unfolded with the USD 8.5 billion merger between Reliance Industries’ arm Viacom 18 and The Walt Disney Company’s Star India.

The Indian equity market continues its remarkable ascent, starting the month with substantial gains and once again reaching its all-time high.

Brent crude futures saw a modest decline of 13 cents to USD 81.91 a barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude dropped 11 cents to USD 78.04 a barrel. 

The Bank of Japan maintained its supportive monetary policy stance. Governor Kazuo Ueda indicated it was premature to declare the 2 per cent inflation target sustainably achieved, emphasising the importance of wage growth alongside price increases before considering policy changes. 

During the initial week of the fortnight, domestic indices experienced fluctuations, mostly marked by declines, signalling a lack of investor confidence.