Posts in category Economic Times
Divergence in foreign and local bets hints at a volatile future (20-05-2024)
Foreign fund managers are cautious about Dalal Street's prospects amidst election uncertainty, while domestic investors are optimistic about Nifty. Global interest in Chinese stocks affects foreign investments. FPIs, retail investors, and HNIs hold divergent positions. Concerns over NDA performance and market valuations impact strategies. Market indicators signal potential risks and opportunities.
From Tokyo to New York, stock markets are on a record-hitting spree around the world (19-05-2024)
Equity markets worldwide are experiencing highs. In the US, the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 indexes hit records this week, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average crossed 40,000 for the first time ever. Meanwhile, the biggest bourses in Europe, Canada, Brazil, India, Japan and Australia are currently at or near their peaks.
Unconventional market signals: Unveiling special opportunities in investing for superior returns (19-05-2024)
By embracing a more nuanced approach to investing and staying vigilant for special situations, retail investors can position themselves to capitalize on opportunities that often get overlooked. By understanding and capitalizing on special opportunities such as demergers or spinoffs, holding company discounts, and promoter buying, investors can generate superior returns as these strategies have a positive historical track record.
These 8 penny stocks surged upto 80% in a week (19-05-2024)
ETMarkets highlights 8 penny stocks showcasing share price growth ranging from 15-80% throughout the week. Our selection criteria prioritized stocks with a market capitalization below Rs 1000 crore and a share price under Rs 20.
FPIs aggressively selling India stocks, offloaded over Rs 28,000 crore with 10 days to go in May (19-05-2024)
The selling spree in Indian stock markets by foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) turned aggressive in May, partly attributable to a strong US dollar, sticky inflation particularly in the food segment, and poll outcome-related anxieties.
Is the stock market closed tomorrow for Mumbai elections? (19-05-2024)
Equity markets will be closed for Mumbai elections. Special trading session on March 2, 2024. Nifty 50 and BSE Sensex performance. Top gainers and losers. The Multi-Commodity Exchange (MCX) will remain closed for the morning session but will be open for the evening session. Apart from Mumbai Elections (May 20), in 2024, the markets will be shut for Bakri Id (June 17), Muharram (July 17), Independence Day (August 15), Mahatma Gandhi (October 2), Diwali (November 1), Gurunanak Jayanti (November 15) and Christmas (December 25).
Mcap of 8 of top 10 most valued firms climbs Rs 1.47 lakh cr; LIC, Reliance major gainers (19-05-2024)
Eight of the top-10 most valued firms, including LIC and Reliance Industries, added Rs 1,47,935.19 crore in market valuation last week. The BSE benchmark climbed 1,341.47 points, and NSE and BSE conducted a special trading session on May 18 to test their readiness. LIC's valuation soared by Rs 40,163.73 crore, and Bharti Airtel's valuation also saw significant growth.
Domestic copper at lifetime highs; factors affecting the price surge (19-05-2024)
Record copper prices are driven by Chinese stimulus, mine supply concerns as well as green demand. MCX and LME futures surge. The Chinese 1 trillion yuan stimulus has boosted industrial metals demand for electric vehicles, renewable energy, and power grids. Goldman Sachs predicts major copper market deficit with US manufacturing rebound.
5 Indian stocks matching Peter Lynch’s investing style with strong fundamentals & growth potential (19-05-2024)
Peter Lynch is commonly linked with the PEG ratio, which compares PE ratios to growth rates. MarketSmith has developed a specialized screening tool inspired by Lynch's investment approach. 5 Indian stocks matching Peter Lynch's investing style.
Explained: What are the advantages of marginal trading facility or MTF (19-05-2024)
Margin Trading Facility is a safe product allowing investors to purchase more stocks through leverage trading. It enables increased purchasing power, efficient capital allocation, higher ROI, and lower taxes for traders. MTF improves the possibility of profits as well as empowers traders to capitalize on promising market opportunities without having to liquidate their current holdings.