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What CJI Chandrachud's ‘stratospheric’ market remark means for equity markets
Indian headline indices' record hitting spree has raised alarm bells among sections of market enthusiasts and the latest to jump into the bandwagon is the Chief Justice of India (CJI) DY Chandrachud who has advised market regulator Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) to exercise caution in order to safeguard investors’ money.
HDFC Bank shares fall 4% as Q1 update disappoints investors
HDFC Bank shares, previously rising due to potential MSCI weightage increase, fell over 4% on Friday to Rs 1,665.55 on BSE. This decline followed a sharp drop in CASA ratio in its June quarter update. Deposit growth was soft at 15.3% YoY (pro-forma), flat sequentially, with CASA declining 5% QoQ, lowering CASA ratio by 190 bps to 36%
NSE caps listing gains in SME IPOs; ‘move to curb price swings’
NSE imposes a 90% cap on SME IPOs to stabilize prices; Winsol Engineering surged by 411%. Amit Goel noted reduced volatility. Sebi chair Madhabi Puri Buch raised SME manipulation concerns. Sebi took action against Varanium Cloud, SecureKloud Technologies, Add-Shop E-Retail, suspecting schemes like bonus issues, stock splits, and preferential allotments.
FPIs return to fin services, buy over Rs 9,000 cr in June
Foreign investors renewed buying in automobiles, information technology (IT), construction materials, oil & gas and consumer durables sectors.
FPIs lap up realty stocks amid low inventories, sustained demand scenario
The increase in the weight of the sector can be attributed to capital appreciation and steady inflow of overseas funds. The Nifty Realty index has outperformed the benchmark Nifty 50 by 32% year-to-date.
Small towns join Dalal Street party, bull run reaches Sundarbans
Small and semi-urban regions in India are increasingly influencing the country's growth trajectory through heightened interest and participation in equity markets. North 24 Parganas in Bengal, known for the Sundarbans but lesser-known otherwise, has emerged as one of the leading contributors to new stock market investors since September 2023. In May, Delhi and Mumbai led in new investor registrations, with Surat, Ahmedabad, and Jaipur also experiencing significant increases in fresh registrations.
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Brokers' MTF hits record Rs 73,600 crore amid market highs, surging retail participation
Sebi's MTF framework mandates collateralising existing shares. Kotak Securities cautions investors on MTF investments amidst surging margin funding in anticipation of Modi 3.0 budget.
Here's a two-pronged approach to navigate an ever-rising stock market
Despite the Modi regime's progressive policies ensuring macro-stability, the 2019 super-rich surcharge raises doubts, especially in view of the poor election show of the BJP. Markets however defied election outcome pullback expectations, hitting new highs. In such a scenario, investors should monitor policy changes and consider phased investments.
Big movers on D-Street: What investors should do with YES Bank, DMart and L&T
YES Bank shares consolidated below Rs 25 resistance, trending downwards with support at Rs 23. Expectation of range-bound trading between Rs 23-25; breakout above Rs 25 could target Rs 27.50 and Rs 28.
Sensational Index 80K: With Budget on horizon, bulls hit new milestone in T20 style
Equity indices soar as Sensex hits 80,000 fueled by banking stocks. Market anticipates rate cut, global support, and foreign investment. Earnings rise expected with stock rotation amidst market surge.
Don't be afraid to be bullish, just a bit of hard work and a pinch of patience: 4 smallcap stocks for long term investors
Given how nifty and sensex are moving and market breadth is panning out, it is very likely that we are soon going to enter a phase, where the desire to own small caps would come in the category of “highest”. Another side of the story, when that happens, what will get ignored is that “risks” are also at the highest when bulls are controlling the small cap segment. For all those who still want to take exposure to them, in such times, it would be better to be cautious in selecting the stocks, better to go with buying in smaller quantities and buy stocks where the underlying business has good macro fundamentals. Refinitiv’s Stock Report Plus which lists stocks with high upside potential over the next 12 months, having an average recommendation rating of “buy” or "strong buy".
Don't be afraid to be bullish, just a bit of hard work and a pinch of patience: 4 smallcap stocks for long term investors
Given how nifty and sensex are moving and market breadth is panning out, it is very likely that we are soon going to enter a phase, where the desire to own small caps would come in the category of “highest”. Another side of the story, when that happens, what will get ignored is that “risks” are also at the highest when bulls are controlling the small cap segment. For all those who still want to take exposure to them, in such times, it would be better to be cautious in selecting the stocks, better to go with buying in smaller quantities and buy stocks where the underlying business has good macro fundamentals. Refinitiv’s Stock Report Plus which lists stocks with high upside potential over the next 12 months, having an average recommendation rating of “buy” or "strong buy".
Big movers on D-Street: What investors should do with Kotak Bank, Solar Industries, and Max Health
Equity indices Sensex and Nifty hit lifetime highs but closed flat amid profit-taking in the banking and telecom sectors. Solar Industries rose 8.23%, Kotak Bank fell 2.49%, and Max Health dropped 4.46% Wednesday.
FII stake in HDFC Bank falls below 55%, ADRs rally on likely inflows
HDFC Bank's shares surged, attracting billions, with FIIs reducing stakes. Analysts predict a significant increase in the MSCI index weight, potentially doubling inflows. The bank's NSE shares closed higher, reflecting positive investor sentiment.
Big movers on D-Street: What should investors do with Emami, CDSL and Medanta?
Benchmark Sensex and Nifty hit record highs fueled by global market gains. Emami shows bullish breakout potential while CDSL faces profit booking risk. Medanta's surge warns of a distribution phase, urging caution for new buyers until confirmation near 1388 levels.
Hindenburg faces Sebi scrutiny, Kotak Bank dragged in Adani saga
Adani-Hindenburg Case: Hindenburg Research's disclosure of suspected violations by Sebi regarding Adani Group's short bet led to minimal gains, highlighting challenges foreign investors face under Indian securities rules. The short seller also stated that Kotak Mahindra Bank created and oversaw an offshore fund structure used by its "investor partner" to bet against the conglomerate, providing new details of trades that puzzled investors.
Misjudging market dynamics - why this can be detrimental for investors
In 2021, for instance, euphoria surrounded several newly listed companies. Many investors poured money into these companies based solely on hype, neglecting factors like profitability and growth prospects. This resulted in a correction in 2022, with several companies that previously completed successful IPOs witnessing significant value erosion.
Want a slice of AI pie? Here's what it will cost stock market investors
Retail investors are now viewing AI as a promising investment frontier, with significant potential for gains by investing in leading companies in this field. Nvidia, a maker of AI chips, has seen its stock surge threefold in the past year, making it one of the most valuable companies in the world with a market capitalisation over $3 trillion.
Stock Radar: Multibagger Alert! This power stock doubles in 1 year. Should investors buy or book profits?
Short-term traders are advised to consider buying NTPC shares now with a target price of Rs 400-415 over the next 3-4 weeks, according to experts. The stock achieved a fresh record high of Rs 395 on June 4, 2024, although it initially struggled to maintain momentum. However, it rebounded after testing the 100-day Exponential Moving Average (EMA) on the daily charts.
Midcaps stocks for long term investors: 5 stocks from different sectors with right financial & growth matrix and upside potential of up to 49%
Buying quality stocks should be one of the basic principles while investing in markets. But when one is buying mid-cap stocks this principle becomes even more important for multiple reasons. At this point of time, when valuations are high and small corrections can lead to strong negative reactions in stock prices. So, while capital gains is the objective, never lose the perspective of protecting capital from sudden shocks. Now how does one do it? Look at the underlying business which is best understood by going through its annual report and look at a certain basic ratio in order to figure out how much return that underlying business can generate in best and worst case.
Panic selling or doing nothing: The wisest choice for investors
Panic selling is a phenomenon where investors, gripped by fear, rush to sell their holdings during a market decline. The fear of further losses and erosion of gains in profitable stocks can overwhelm even long-term investors, leading to hasty decisions that may not align with their financial goals.
Economic cracks are getting exposed in the 2024 market bounty
Dispiriting trends that have been visible for months now alongside the frenzy for megacap tech stocks and private credit – are on display yet again. Companies with dicey balance sheets have underperformed anew in June. Equal-weighted stock benchmarks where disruptive AI market leaders have the same weighting as industrial bellwethers have lagged yet again.
Wall Street ends lower as investors digest inflation data, presidential debate
Market dynamics were influenced by strategic acquisitions like Nokia's deal with Infinera, impacting trading volume. Sector performances varied, with energy and real estate sectors showing resilience, while utilities and communications services faced declines.
Wall Street closes subdued as investors sit, wait for inflation data
Tech stocks like Amazon surged as market volatility persisted. Atlanta Fed President hinted at rate cuts amidst narrowing inflation. Micron's revenue forecast met mixed reactions, reflecting ongoing market uncertainty.
Auto stocks: Time for some cool down and also an opportunity? 6 auto stocks with upside potential of upto 28%
It is the sector which has led the rally which the market has witnessed in the last 14 months and rightly so. If one looks at the history, the rallies which are led by the transportation and auto sector are more durable as sales of LCV and certain other auto segments is an indication of the economic situation on the ground. But there is another fact, which is that with a mad rush for stocks a number of them have seen sharp run with valuations moving upward sharply. There is no doubt that the Indian auto sector is going through a transformation and Indian companies are adjusting to it very well. So there is a situation, while the fundamentals are good and improving, valuations have seen a run up. So, there is a likelihood that we might see some cooling off, but that would bring an opportunity for investors who have missed the bus.
Stocks in news: Inox Green, Titagarh Rail, India Cements, Dr Reddy's, Bharti Airtel
JSW Energy arm JSW Neo Energy signed power purchase agreements (PPAs) for wind and solar projects with a cumulative capacity of 1,325 MW.
US stocks struggle for direction as investors evaluate tech trade
Financial markets experience shifts as key tech and retail companies show varied performance. Wall Street awaits crucial inflation data. Analysts predict possible sector rotation based on earnings and inflation trends.
Dow closes at a one-month high as investors broaden portfolios
The Dow reached a one-month high, but the Nasdaq fell over 1% as investors shifted from AI-linked stocks. Federal Reserve rate cuts were anticipated, impacting market movements.
Are you a common investor or a smart investor? 5 ways to combat volatility
Market volatility unnerves investors who may panic, leading to hasty decisions and missed opportunities, such as during India's recent election results. Despite a sharp initial drop, equity markets rebounded to all-time highs soon after. Mastering market fluctuations is crucial for long-term financial security.
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