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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.
Will govt maintain its investment-led growth strategy in the upcoming Budget? Harish Krishnan answers
The approach that we have chosen is different which is that we are buying only from the IPL teams. The IPL teams are the mutual fund equivalents in our case which themselves are scouting across all of these Ranji Trophy players.
Every 2 out of 3 mid and smallcap mutual funds fail to beat benchmarks. Should you still invest?
Mid cap mutual funds offered an average return of 26.09% in the last three years. The mid cap funds are benchmarked against Nifty Midcap 150 - TRI and BSE 150 MidCap - TRI which gave 28.62% and 28.24% respectively in the same time period.
Economists bat for capex push, fiscal prudence and more jobs at pre-Budget meet
Budget 2024: The focus on the quality of spending, sans mindless freebies, and steps to further curb inflationary pressure should continue, some of the economists told finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman at the customary pre-budget consultation, advising against reckless giveaways. Successful tackling of inflation, they said, would be the biggest pro-poor move.
Green shoots of rural recovery? Bet on these 3 sectors, says Jyotivardhan Jaipuria
Jyotivardhan Jaipuria says both the largecap and the smallcap segments look attractive. In areas where the capacities are in place, where they are running at low utilisation, if demand recovers, then huge operating leverage can be made, those are the companies which we are really focusing on.
Had you invested in Nifty in 1994-95, you would have done better than Warren Buffett in dollar terms: Ashishkumar Chauhan
Ashishkumar Chauhan says that in the last 12 years, since the SME market started, 970 companies raised around Rs 15,000 crore and today their market capitalisation is close to Rs 2.75 lakh crore. So, effectively, the small little guys are going to create great wealth because some of them will literally take off and if they remain disciplined from beginning because the market brings that discipline of transparency, they will actually grow faster.
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Services export boom is most unheralded story of India in last five years: S Naren
And I do not like to name companies, but most of the financial services companies in the world are dependent on their Indian global competency centres to do all kinds of work for them and that is the biggest positive that has happened and due credit to India for having achieved it over the last five years because 10 years back we had IT services companies, we did not have GCCs of the scale.
5 financial mistakes that are making you poor; how to avoid them
Just earning money is not enough. If you don't know how to manage money, you will never be able to save enough. One of the main reasons some of us are not able to save money and always live from paycheck to paycheck is because of our poor financial decisions and habits. Here are the five mistakes you must avoid to make money work for you.
Fresh tailwinds of export markets: 5 stocks from engineering sector, 4 with upside potential of up to 30%
They say that tough times bring the best out of some. In case of India Inc, there are many examples where the economic slowdown post 2008 global financial crisis, made companies deal with all kinds of troubles and after various permutations and combinations they were able to find solutions, first to survive and then grow. In the case of engineering companies where the role overlapped to some extent with capital goods, it was the export market which turned out to be the solution. Because it is not easy to venture into the export market as there are large global players who ensure that it is not easy to get into their turf. For some companies it was a long drawn process which is now delivering results and leading to a situation where the return on capital and effort employed is much better today.
Smallcaps: Don't be afraid of narrative against them, but surely check critical points: 5 stock from different sectors for long-term investors
Soon after election results, there was and probably still there is chatter on the street that small caps are not going to see the same kind of performance as they have seen in the last two years. Can anyone argue against a broad based statement ? Probably, No. But then expecting a small cap rally all the time is also incorrect. There are more than 2000 small caps stocks, a handful are actually worth looking at and even fewer worth having in a portfolio. If one is able to get the right of the small cap stock then the returns are extremely high, but at the same time, risk of getting it wrong and capital erosion is ever present. At times when one cannot rule our phases of volatility, for investors looking for small caps, some rules need to be followed to avoid wrong decisions of buying in haste or selling in panic.
Why do we make poor investment decisions and how to avoid them
Investing has come to mean a flurry of activity. One must go about acting with assumed expertise, buying, selling, booking profits, revising and reworking. Keeping it simple and staid over the long term is boring in comparison. Poor investment decisionmaking is here to stay. We will crib about outcomes for a while, and then go back to doing the same things.
Sachin Bansal exits Ather Energy selling remaining stake to Hero MotoCorp, Nikhil Kamath
Hero MotoCorp bought this stake at an inferred valuation of Rs 5,636 crore. This is a premium to the Rs 4,666-crore valuation at which the company had invested Rs 140 crore in Ather in December 2023.
'Lakshmir Bhandar' tilted scales for Mamata, poor candidate choice cost BJP steeply: I-PAC chief
Pratik Jain, co-founder and director of I-PAC, credited Mamata Banerjee's 'Lakshmir Bhandar' scheme for women in West Bengal as the key factor behind Trinamool Congress' 2024 victory. He highlighted BJP's flawed candidate choices and negative campaigns for the party's defeat in West Bengal. Jain revealed the agency's strategies that empowered rural women and countered BJP's narrative, leading to TMC's landslide win. He also shared insights on campaign adjustments and internal challenges faced during the elections.
Best large cap mutual funds to invest in June 2024
Investing in other mutual fund categories for higher returns without paying attention to the extra risk could be a costly mistake for the investors. If you are happy with 10-12% returns offered by large cap mutual funds over a long period, you should invest in them. If you want to match the market returns, you may educate yourself about index schemes and invest in a large cap index scheme.
Threat of bad advice: A more crucial aspect of financial literacy is not just what to do with money, but also what not to do with it
The real pitfalls arise when bad financial products are marketed as good ones, and investors fail to recognise the deceit. If you are saving and investing, encountering such schemes is inevitable; it’s not an exception, but certainty. Thus, a more crucial aspect of financial literacy is not just what to do with money, but also what not to do with it.
Economists project continued economic momentum and stability after India reports robust GDP growth in Q4
India's economy experienced a 7.8% growth rate in the January-March quarter, surpassing expectations due to strong performance in the manufacturing sector. The GDP growth in the fourth quarter of FY24 was slightly lower than the revised 8.6% growth in the previous quarter. Economists are optimistic about sustained momentum throughout the year, with the gap between GDP and gross value added (GVA) expected to normalize from the second quarter of FY25.
Ather Energy raises Rs 286 crore from founders and Stride Ventures
Ather Energy raised Rs 286 crore from founders and Stride Ventures through a mix of debt and equity funding, including series F and series C3 investments.
Best mutual fund SIP portfolios to invest in May 2024
ETMutualFunds's best mutual fund SIP portfolios are meant for three different individual risk profiles: conservative, moderate and aggressive. We have also considered three SIP baskets – between Rs 2,000-5,000, between Rs 5,000-10,000 and above Rs 10,000 – while creating these portfolios. Take a look at our recommended portfolios.
Election outcomes won't disrupt India's economic stability: Saurabh Mukherjea
There will probably be governance continuity as well, but almost certainly there will be policy continuity and hence, my point of view to the foreign investors is, beyond a point, you should not overemphasise the elections.
Sovereign ratings is for state; at the margins for markets
Sovereign ratings, a product of the pre-depression era when analysts were a rarity and communication was expensive, are turning into dinner-table conversations rather than driving investment decisions.
Indian fund managers embrace Warren Buffett's advice: The rise of index funds in India
Indian fund managers are embracing Warren Buffett's advice by turning to index funds, which offer simplicity, low cost, and stability. The rise of index funds in India has revolutionized the investment landscape globally and locally.
Investing is an infinite game and you cannot play it with a finite mindset; learn to think long term: Utpal Sheth
Utpal Sheth envisions India's terminal value in 2024 as a continuation of the structural and secular bull market, with a higher probability of success. He emphasizes the long-term perspective and the ongoing evolution of India's market positioning within the global landscape. Sheth also talks about terminal value investing, where they are pursuing a very different value.
Time for India to get the investment game right!
Indian households traditionally prefer fixed deposits, gold, and real estate for investments. However, equities, mutual funds, SGBs, InvITs, and REITs offer higher returns over the long term. StockGro aims to educate and empower investors in the equity market. SEBI, NCFE, and RBI play roles in promoting financial literacy and regulating investments.
Two M3M Group companies denied land parcels in Noida for poor pricing
UP govt cancels Noida land allotment to M3M's Lavish Buildmart and Skyline Propcon due to non-competitive rates. M3M invested ₹4,000 crore in The Cullinan project with RERA registration.
Health an orphan, Ayushman Bharat insurance scheme poorly structured: IMA chief Dr R V Asokan
The Indian Medical Association's chief, Dr. R V Asokan, criticizes the lack of focus on health post-Covid, describing it as an "orphan" issue. He highlights the inadequacies of the Ayushman Bharat scheme, citing poor structure and funding. Asokan advocates for increased government investment in public health infrastructure and human resources, emphasizing the need for a basic healthcare package for all citizens.
Bandhan Flexi Cap mutual fund's current return profile remains poor; should you remain invested?
We examine the key fundamentals of the fund, its portfolio and performance to help you make an informed investment decision.
Poor nations are writing a new handbook for getting rich
The recipe -- customized in varying ways by Hong Kong, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan and China -- has produced the most potent engine the world has ever known for generating economic growth. It has helped lift hundreds of millions of people out of poverty, create jobs and raise standards of living.
Give up Moody & Poor standards: Nilesh Shah
India's engagement with global rating agencies has not yielded desired results for its sovereign credit rating. However, the country has successfully engaged with agencies managing global bond and equity indices, resulting in increased weight in the indices. India aims to further enhance its position by upgrading South Korea's status and ensuring full inclusion of HDFC Bank in the index.
Focus on development agenda, winning 370 seats will be true tribute to Mookerjee: Modi at BJP meet
Addressing a meeting of the BJP's national office-bearers ahead of the start of the party's convention, he said every booth worker should now focus on polling booths and ensure at least 370 more votes for the party at each in the upcoming polls than in 2019.
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