SMALL CAPS

187 BSE500 stocks offer double digit returns as markets scaled new heights in June

The India Cements was the top gainer in this pack with nearly 44% return, followed by Amara Raja Energy (41%), JK Paper (40.5%), and V Mart Retail (40.5%).

How equity mutual funds fare in the first half of 2024?

ETMutualFunds decided to look at the performance of equity mutual fund categories in the first half of 2024 from the data pulled out from ACE MF.

Trust Mutual Fund files draft document with Sebi for small cap fund

Targeting long-term growth, this new scheme primarily invests in small-cap equities, benchmarked against Nifty Smallcap 250 TRI. Mihir Vora and Aakash Manghani will manage the portfolio.

These 8 equity mutual funds gave double-digit returns in June

Around eight equity mutual funds have offered double-digit returns in June, according to the data from ACE MF. We considered data as on June 27.

Consolidation push to continue as key raw material gets scarce: 11 small cap cement stocks which fit the bill and may see some action

In less than a month, two cement majors clearly showed their intent. The intent is to grow through an inorganic route. One by complete acquisition, the other by taking a large stake in the company. Another common thing, both of them are focussed on the southern part of India, where the cement companies have a history of being under pressure. So why are they looking toward southern India? The answer lies in something else. It is one of the key raw materials that have become scarce and that is what is leading to a situation where big players clearly know that if they have to grow their capacities they have to pick on companies which have access to that critical raw material. This aggressive consolidation is likely to continue and it is the smaller players which are likely to be targeted.

Quant Mutual Fund crisis: How NAVs have been impacted since Sebi investigation

Investor concerns arise as front-running case impacts Quant Mutual Fund. Despite NAV declines in Quant Healthcare Fund and Quant Commodities Fund, stability is maintained with rising NAVs of Quant ESG Equity Fund and Quant Focused Fund.

Small cap stock but business opportunity is big: 5 stocks from different sectors with an upside potential of up to 48 %

As nifty touches a new all time high, the desire to look at one's portfolio and see whether it has touched a new high. There is a high probability that if one had a higher exposure to small cap stocks the value of one's portfolio might not have touched a new high. The reason, a large part of the small cap market is in a consolidation mode. This is once again a reminder of the fact that there are phases where small caps will not perform and investing in small caps should be delinked from what is happening in nifty. So, if one is looking for small cap stocks, look at individual basis, which industry they are operating, is the industry size is large and is going to grow, only when Industry has tailwind of growth these players are going to see a growth and when the growth is more than ordinary it is than there is possibility of outsized gains.

These midcap stocks with ‘strong buy’ & ‘buy’ recos can rally over 32%, according to analysts

The majority of play in the options segment for the election results fear and greed and hope has been played in the weekly option settlement. Whatever little has been left would be over today as the June series expiry gets over. This is relevant because once this technical volatility is done and dusted the true picture would emerge for many segments of the market including the midcap segment. If one looks at their recent performance in the last few days of volatility, it is clear that there is not much selling pressure. If one goes on by the market breadth, there are indications that bulls might be back in control. Keep an eye on liquidity and the market breadth in the next few sessions as that will determine what happens to mid-cap stocks in the medium term. If the market breadth stays positive then it is very likely that we might see more strength in mid-caps. ET screener powered by Refinitiv’s Stock Report Plus lists down quality stocks with high upside potential over the next 12 months, having an average recommendation rating of “buy” or "strong buy". This predefined screener is only available to ET Prime users.

10 small cap mutual funds offer over 35% SIP returns in five years

Around 10 small cap funds have offered more than 35% return on SIP investments in the last five years. There were around 19 small cap schemes in the said period, according to data from ACE MF.

9 equity mutual funds offer over 250% absolute return in both five and seven years

Around nine equity mutual funds have offered more than 250% absolute return in both five and seven years. Around 166 equity mutual funds have completed seven years of existence in the market, according to the data by ACE MF.

JM Financial initiates coverage on this small cap stock, views upside potential of 20%

Shivalik Bimetal Controls, analyzed by JM Financial, shows potential in niche markets with diverse growth avenues, including smart metering, EVs, and customized products. The company's expansion into shunt resistors and focus on global opportunities signal a promising future amidst challenges like market delays.

Equity mutual funds offer up to 31% return in first half of 2024

In 2024, the midcap category's top performers included ITI Mid Cap Fund, Motilal Oswal Midcap Fund, and ICICI Prudential Midcap Fund, delivering strong returns.

495% returns! Quant Mutual Fund No. 1 in smallcap category in last 5 years

​Quant Mutual Fund has received inquiries from Sebi in the suspected front-running case. The market regulator has seized mobile phones, computers and other digital devices while raiding Quant's Mumbai headquarter and the Hyderabad premises of suspected beneficiaries to find out who was leaking confidential information from the fund house to make profit.

These equity MFs offered over 70% returns in one year

Around 249 equity mutual funds have offered more than 60% returns in tha last one year. Of these, 5 gave over 70% returns in the said period, according to the data extracted from ACE MF.

Wall St Week Ahead: Rally in US big tech stocks may be getting stretched

The blistering rally in U.S. big tech stocks, particularly in the S&P 500, may be due for a breather amidst concerns of overheating, especially with Nvidia Corp's significant gains. Market segments like utilities are lagging behind tech stocks, prompting investors to consider value stocks as potential bargains.

​SIPs in these 3 equity mutual funds multiplied wealth by 4x in 10 years

Equity taxation tweaks, PSU disinvestment among 6 factors that could break markets: Kotak Equities

Indian benchmark index Nifty 50 has surged by 1,682 points or 7.6% since the June 4 debacle, driven by non-institutional investors and select institutional investors, as noted by Kotak Institutional Equities. The market's sentiment remains positive despite potential risks, with a focus on upcoming state elections and regulatory oversight.

Top 5 mutual SIPs that have given the best 10-year returns

These 9 equity mutual funds offer over 35% SIP return in both three and five years

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.

Lack of depth in mid- & smallcap rally hints all’s not shining on D-Street

Mid-cap and small-cap indices in 2024 have seen a remarkable surge, with 20 stocks driving 50% of each index's rally, as per reports. The top contributors include PSUs, financial services, and energy companies.

10 mid & smallcap stocks with high analyst ratings that can deliver up to 35% returns

Several brokerages are bullish on a variety of stocks across different sectors, including banking, finance, and information technology. According to Trendlyne data, 10 Nifty Mid Small Cap 400 stocks, such as IDFC First Bank, Tata Technologies, Angel One, and Piramal Pharma, have received high analyst ratings and could potentially deliver up to 35% returns. Here's the list:

These midcap stocks with ‘strong buy’ & ‘buy’ recos can rally over 25%, according to analysts

One segment of the markets which was most vulnerable to election results was the mid-cap segment of the market for one simple reason, valuations have been on the higher end. Now that a part of the election anxiety is behind as a new government gets formed. Once again the focus is back on the mid-cap. There are selected stocks from different sectors where analysts are bullish in time where there is rotational trade likely to take place in the next couple of months. ET screener powered by Refinitiv’s Stock Report Plus lists down quality stocks with high upside potential over the next 12 months, having an average recommendation rating of “buy” or "strong buy". This predefined screener is only available to ET Prime users.