Over the five trading sessions ending October 24, the Sensex gained 744 points, or 0.81%, to close at 84,211. The benchmark index finished in the green on four out of five sessions between October 17 and 24. During this period, 13 BSE small-cap stocks stood out by rising consistently across all five trading days. (Data … Read more
Over the past three months, the BSE Smallcap Index has struggled, slipping nearly 3%, while the benchmark Sensex also declined—though to a slightly lesser extent. Despite this overall market weakness, a few small-cap stocks have bucked the trend spectacularly.Around 23 smallcap companies not only stayed afloat but soared, delivering gains of 50%–225%. Two stocks more … Read more
Ace investor Ashish Kacholia’s bet on newly listed Jain Resource Recycling has turned into a multi-bagger in just under seven months, delivering a hefty 156% return since his investment in March this year. Kacholia, often dubbed the “Big Whale” of Dalal Street for his knack for spotting emerging companies early, had invested Rs 50 crore … Read more
Mumbai: Shares of small-cap solvent extraction companies have posted sharp gains in recent months, boosted by strong demand for edible oils, ethanol blending prospects and policy support. But now analysts are recommending caution after the run-up, as the rally may not sustain. CIAN Agro Industries & Infrastructure has been the biggest gainer, surging 261% in … Read more
The BSE SME platform has crossed the milestone of 600 listed companies, marking a steady expansion in India’s small and medium enterprise segment. Since its launch, the platform has helped companies raise Rs 10,652 crore, with their combined market capitalisation touching Rs 1,84,574 crore. Over the years, the platform has demonstrated consistent growth — not … Read more
Veteran investor Dolly Khanna, known for spotting value in lesser-known mid- and small-cap stocks, continues to impress with her sharp stock-picking skills. In the first four months of FY26, her portfolio has delivered strong returns, with Mangalore Chemicals & Fertilizers emerging as a multibagger and several other stocks posting double-digit gains. As per the June … Read more
Shares of GTL Infrastructure surged 42% over the past two trading sessions, climbing as much as 18.7% on Thursday to Rs 2.16 on the BSE, as investors piled into the small-cap telecom infrastructure stock despite no fresh corporate announcements. The rally is being driven by speculative interest and bullish technical indicators, alongside renewed optimism in … Read more
In this exclusive conversation, Sonam Srivastava, Founder of Wright Research, shares her market outlook, sectoral bets, and strategy for investors navigating today’s volatility. From cautious optimism to tactical sector allocations, Sonam outlines how to approach equities in 2025 — and why this could be the right time to start building quality positions. Excerpts:Q. Let’s begin … Read more
Retail investors raised their stakes in 363 stocks within the BSE Smallcap index during the January–March quarter, while reducing holdings in 361 stocks, according to Ace Equity data analyzed by ETMarkets. This near-even split suggests a cautious return of risk appetite, with investors engaging in selective buying after a sharp correction, though without signs of … Read more
My SIP portfolio is currently experiencing a devaluation of approximately 20-30% due to the ongoing market downturn. I have also invested in NFOs. My investment horizon extends beyond 10 years. However, the performance of the funds has dipped over the last two quarters (during the second half of 2024). Given this situation, I am seeking … Read more