WHY STOCK MARKET IS CRASHING
Relief for stock market investors? Why double taxation of dividends should be removed in Budget 2024
Budget 2024 expectations: The abolition of dividend distribution tax has affected taxpayers in India. Resident shareholders are now taxed on dividends at their income tax slab rates, leading to a higher effective tax burden compared to the previous system. Such dual taxation distorts investment decisions as it incentivises companies to retain earnings rather than distribute them as dividends. To address this challenges, rationalisation of the tax treatment of dividends is crucial. Here's how Budget 2024 should address it.
Sensex ends over 400 points lower, smallcaps worst hit. 5 factors brought the bears out
Stock Market Crash: Sensex plunged over 800 points intraday on Wednesday, with Nifty dropping over 1%, shaking retail investors accustomed to daily gains but recovered half of the losses towards the end of the day. Smallcap and midcap indices saw their worst day in over a month. M&M led Nifty's decline with a 7% drop amid concerns over XUV700 price cuts signaling weaker car demand.
Buy stocks in every dip: A cheat sheet to find right stocks from the right sectors
CA Rudramurthy BV shares insights on the market, highlighting opportunities in IT, pharma, and FMCG sectors. He recommends caution with PSUs and emphasizes stock-specific investments. Bajaj Finance and Manappuram show potential for gains with tight stop losses. Rudramurthy says "we are in the mother-of-all-bull market and this market, both magnitude-wise and time-wise, will surprise on the upside and it is a buy-on-every-dip market."
RVNL, REC among BSE500 stocks defying today's market downtrend
Despite gains for RVNL, CAMS, and REC, the bearish market saw Sensex and Nifty crashing. RVNL gained 8%, CAMS 4%, and REC over 3%. Mahindra & Mahindra fell 7%, signaling weak auto demand. Media, PSU banks, real estate, and oil and gas sectors suffered. Sensex and Nifty's crash impacted smallcaps significantly.
Market can only go up now irrespective of Budget. Here's why
The Street has discounted the defence manufacturing stocks too much into the future. Even the earning visibility has been discounted. It is a fast-moving train; it does not make sense to get onto that train at this point. There are many choices when it comes to rural play – two-wheelers, fertilisers, pesticides and M&M, says Dipan Mehta.
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.
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Time in market is more important than timing the market: Market crash after Election results has a lesson for SIP investors
Timing the market is not a reliable strategy. Trying to predict short-term market movements often leads to disappointment. What truly matters is the consistency and discipline of investing over the long term. Market fluctuations are part and parcel of investing in equities, and those who remain patient and focused on their long-term goals are more likely to reap the rewards.
Why is this Wall Street analyst predicting a stock market drop in the US?
Sam Stovall who is a leading Wall Street analyst has predicted that an economic slowdown could cause a fall of 5% in stock prices in the US. He stated that this will be noticed towards the end of this year.
Why the stock market has risen even with no Fed rate cuts
Even without any interest rate cuts so far in 2024 and with the likelihood of just one meager rate reduction by the end of the year -- the stock market has been purring along. That's quite an achievement, given the expectation in January that the Fed would trim rates six or seven times in 2024 -- and that interest rates throughout the economy would be much lower by now.
What is this “bubble of bubbles” burst of the US Stock Markets being predicted?
Economist Harry Dent has predicted a stock market crash calling it the “bubble of bubbles”. This has been described due to the loose monetary and fiscal policies followed by the US.
Bubble of all bubbles? US economist predicts a 2025 stock market crash, likely worse than 2008 crisis
Economist Dent warns of a 2025 stock market crash worse than 2008 crisis, attributing it to artificial bubble building post-Covid pandemic. He analyzes global economies, highlights economic devastation, and predicts a crash driven by inflated asset prices.
Plea in SC seeks Centre, SEBI to submit report in Jun 4 stock market crash
A plea filed in the Supreme Court calls for a detailed report on the stock market crash following the election results, with losses reaching billions. The plea seeks action to strengthen regulations and protect investors, citing concerns over market volatility and lack of change despite previous directives.
Market has no connection with political party, a crash is common: Sanjay Nirupam
Nirupam statement came after Congress leader Rahul Gandhi Gandhi alleged that Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah had given "investment advice" to people during the campaign for the Lok Sabha polls and there was a loss of lakhs of crores to retail investors also due to "fake exit polls".
A day after Rahul Gandhi alleges scam, Sensex erases election result day loss to touch record high
After Rahul Gandhi's allegations of a stock market scam, Sensex erased its election result day loss, gaining around Rs 28 lakh crore in investor wealth in the last 3 days.
How to plan for a future stock market correction?
Investors are moving investments to safer options like fixed deposits, bonds, and cash. There are many who are waiting for a stock market crash. Market corrections are temporary and unpredictable, so staying invested is key, says.
Buy-the-dip didn't work for mutual fund investors on election result day due to 'tech glitch'
Mutual fund investors faced disappointment as a technical glitch led to delayed NAV allotment amid a stock market crash. Many investors demanded compensation for losses incurred due to the glitch.
Rs 15,000 crore gone! Check out 3 reasons why a weaker Modi 3.0 still won't scare FIIs
Around Rs 15,000 crore has been withdrawn by FIIs from India in the last four days amid election uncertainties, causing concern on Dalal Street about the impact of a weaker Modi 3.0 mandate on further outflows.
Were exit polls rigged to manipulate stock market? MP seeks Sebi investigation
As the yawning gap between exit poll predictions and the actual election results led to huge losses in the stock market on Tuesday, Trinamool Congress' Rajya Sabha MP Saket Gokhale has asked Sebi to investigate whether BJP and poll agencies made crores by manipulating the stock markets via pollsters.
Election 2024 results and stock market volatility: Why now is the best time to increase your mutual fund SIPs
The BJP did not achieve a decisive victory in the Lok Sabha during the 2024 General Elections, in contrast to what all exit polls had predicted, resulting in an unexpected disappointment. As a result, the return of coalition politics after a decade has unsettled the equity markets, leading to a 5-8% correction in frontline indices. The Sensex experienced a steep decline of 6,000 points, marking the most significant drop in four years. Only an unforeseen pandemic could have caused such a substantial decrease in the market within a single trading session.
6,100-point crash not enough! Sensex may fall more if NDA's final tally drops below 300 seats
Sensex crashes over 6,100 points following disappointing early counting trends in the elections. The market capitalisation of BSE-listed stocks dropped significantly, erasing gains from the previous session.
RIL investors suffer Rs 1.27 lakh crore loss as stock ends 7.5% lower
Shares of RIL dropped 7.5% on BSE as NDA alliance's election results differed from exit polls, wiping off Rs 1.27 lakh crore from investors. RIL hit an all-time high of Rs 3,029 on June 3, with a market cap of Rs 20.44 lakh crore, now at Rs 18.9 lakh crore.
Verdict Day: D-Street investors lose Rs 46 lakh crore as Sensex, Nifty in freefall
Stock Market Crash Today: From the Sensex pack, Reliance Industries and HDFC Bank alone contributed to a 565-point decline in the index, while L&T, SBI, ITC, NTPC, and Power Grid were among other stocks dragging the index lower. Volatility gauge India VIX also spiked 20% to 25 levels. PSU, defence stocks were also trading with deep cuts.
India VIX jumps 44%, registers highest single-day gain in 9 years
India VIX, the fear index, soared by nearly 44%, marking its highest single-day gain in 9 years amidst strong election count trends. Investors adopted a risk-averse stance, leading to a 4,100-point drop in Sensex. Market capitalization declined by Rs 17.61 lakh crore. Experts anticipate VIX to hit 30, advising cautious investment strategies.
PFC, REC, Adani stocks among top losers, share prices fall up to 20%
Shares of companies like PFC, REC Ltd, and Adani Ports plummeted in today's market turmoil due to poor Lok Sabha election results for the Narendra Modi-led NDA government.
NYSE glitch sparks volatility in dozens of stocks
A glitch at the NYSE caused major swings in Berkshire Hathaway and Barrick Gold shares, leading to trading halts in multiple companies. The issue was resolved, with impacted stocks resuming trading after a technical problem was fixed.
NYSE glitch sparks volatility in dozens of stocks
At least 60 stocks listed on the NYSE were halted due to volatility and some stocks showed unusual outsized movements.
Stock market crash: Should you sell your mutual funds now?
A crash in the stock market is the worst fear of any investor. Gains made over the years get wiped out in days. If you have equity mutual funds in your portfolio, it will be affected during a crash. As the stock market is down now, what should you do with your mutual fund portfolio?
Lok Sabha election or China effect? 4 reasons why Sensex has fallen 2,000 points in May
Dalal Street's fear gauge, India VIX, surged over 60% this month, hitting a 52-week high of 21.49, as Sensex plummeted over 2,000 points. FIIs withdrew Rs 19,000 crore. Sensex fell 800 points today amid election uncertainty but rebounded as voting progressed.
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