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
Since the end of 2024 and the beginning of this year, small-cap and mid-cap mutual funds have experienced significant fluctuations. Small-cap funds have suffered significantly due to their exposure to small-cap stocks that are particularly vulnerable to market volatility. They get heavily impacted during market downturns. The small-cap mutual funds and the Nifty Smallcap 250 … Read more
The Indian stock market has declined over 14% from its 2024 highs, with small and midcaps hit hardest. Investors like Anshul Saigal see this correction as a buying opportunity, drawing inspiration from Warren Buffett’s philosophy of investing amid fear. Despite the turmoil, seasoned investors like Anshul Saigal, Founder of Saigal Capital in an interview with … Read more
Over the past five years, since the Covid pandemic, I have actively engaged in Systematic Investment Plans (SIPs) and have been content with the returns, particularly in the post-Covid period. However, in recent months, there has been a noticeable decrease in profits. Despite my apprehensions, my financial advisor has assured me that the current situation … Read more
The recent sharp decline in mid and small-cap stocks is making many rethink their investment in smallcap funds. Small-cap stocks have been particularly hard hit during the recent market correction, with the BSE Smallcap index dropping by more than 22% since reaching its all-time high on December 12. This has also negatively impacted the performance … Read more
Mumbai: The Securities and Exchange Board of India’s latest prescription on how investment advisors and research analysts should do business may hit some outside its target area. Various independent equity research firms providing stock investment ideas to investors are shutting shop or are in the process of closing as they find the new rules onerous … Read more
Popular YouTuber Akshat Shrivastava on Friday stated the 26 percent year-on-year decline in housing sales in the country’s top eight cities during the fourth quarter of 2024. Despite this downturn, Shrivastava emphasized that investors should not lose hope. Real estate experts have attributed the decrease in sales figures to factors such as the assembly elections … Read more
The Dow Jones Industrial Average and S&P 500 chalked up record closing highs on Friday, with the Nasdaq also in positive territory, as markets were boosted by an earnings-driven jump in Netflix shares and broader gains across technology stocks. All three major Wall Street benchmarks also comfortably secured a sixth straight weekly gain, their longest … Read more
PSU mutual funds are losing steam. Do I withdraw my investment now or should I wait? Are PSU funds going to provide low returns in the near future, or are they likely to rebound? What is the current outlook for these funds? Manorajan Das, Gurgaon Reply by Shweta Rajani, Head – Mutual Funds, Anand Rathi Wealth … Read more