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Source: Live Mint This quote holds significance, especially in building a balanced portfolio that provides growth prospects along with stability in the long run. One way to achieve this is to utilise core satellite investing. Developed in 1973 by US economists Fischer Black and Jack Treynor—who also created the CAPM model—core satellite investing blends active…
Source: Live Mint Indian stock markets have been on a persistent downtrend, marking five consecutive months of losses. The market selloff showed no signs of easing on Monday, March 3, as the 30-share Sensex declined over 400 points in intraday trade, while the Nifty 50 slipped more than half a percent, approaching the 22,000 mark….
Source: Live Mint This crucial metric for stress tests, as mandated by the Securities and Exchange Board of India, indicates higher liquidity risks in the small-cap segment even as investors flock to these stocks, lured by their promise of high returns. According to some experts, a high liquidity risk could also point to the low quality…
Source: Live Mint Those who paid attention in probability class already know the answer. The potential outcomes are $1, $2, $3, $4, $5 or $6, each of which has a one-in-six chance of coming up. Your expected winnings are the sum of each result multiplied by its odds of occurring. Add it all up and…
Source: Live Mint After delivering robust returns over the past two years, mid-cap and small-cap stocks have faced sharp corrections in 2025, weighed down by global uncertainties and macroeconomic headwinds. A combination of relentless foreign institutional outflows, weak corporate earnings, and a weakening rupee has intensified the selling pressure. Adding to investor concerns, U.S. President…
Source: Live Mint After enjoying strong returns over the past couple of years, mid-cap and small-cap stocks have come under significant selling pressure in 2025, with many experts now advocating a shift towards large-cap stocks amid the ongoing market downturn. The Indian stock market has been grappling with heavy selling pressure this year due to…
Source: Live Mint Budget 2025: The Indian stock market experienced high volatility on Saturday, February 1, following the FY26 Union Budget announcement by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. While the budget introduced major changes in income tax slabs, shifting more money into the hands of middle-class consumers, market sentiment remained mixed due to concerns over government…
Source: Live Mint Equity as an asset class is undeniably volatile and cyclical. Long-term investments in equity typically help minimize these risks and harness the power of compounding. But what if you don’t have the luxury of a long-term horizon or the patience to ride out market swings? Can equity still be a viable option…
Source: Live Mint Budget 2025 Trading Strategy: The Union Budget has consistently driven trends in the Indian market. The upcoming Union Budget for the financial year 2024-25 is expected to prioritise capital expenditure, emphasise manufacturing growth, and ensure macroeconomic stability. Historically, Union Budget announcements significantly influence the stock market, shaping sector trends based on government…
Source: Live Mint Rohit Murarka, Business Head, Kotak Cherry believes the market is expecting some kind of stimulus in the budget as the overall economy, especially demand conditions, is facing a slowdown. Murarka suggested that investors diversify investments across various asset classes like equities, fixed income, real estate, and commodities. This strategy helps mitigate risks…
