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Source: Live Mint Passive investing has rapidly gained traction in India, with assets under management (AUM) of ₹11 trillion, or 16.5% of the ₹68 trillion mutual fund market. This space is dominated by exchange traded funds (ETFs) and index funds designed to mirror the returns of underlying indices. However, a growing number of investors are…
Source: Live Mint The Indian stock market has seen an accelerated week-on-week decline this month. The bearish trend, which began in the last week of September, has been ongoing for about a month. Interestingly, global equity markets have been experiencing high volatility since June-July, approximately 2-3 months earlier. This indicates that the domestic sell-off occurred…
Source: Live Mint If you are looking to invest in small savings instruments, it is vital to know that different financial instruments offer varied interest rates. These instruments are meant for investors who are looking for safe saving options. These financial instruments give assured returns and also enable income tax exemption up to ₹1.5 lakh…
Source: Live Mint With a six-decade legacy of delivering complex infrastructure projects, Afcons’ IPO presents a compelling opportunity for investors seeking exposure to India’s burgeoning infrastructure sector. But let’s examine the company’s strengths and challenges to assess its potential. Afcons plans to use the IPO proceeds to enhance its financial position. It will allocate ₹600…
Source: Live Mint Hyundai Motor India IPO: The highly anticipated initial public offering of Hyundai Motor India failed to entice retail investors; on the last day of the share sale, just 50% of retail portion was subscribed. According to the records, this IPO is the largest in India and the second-largest in the world in…
Source: Live Mint India’s corporate bond market has long been hamstrung by low liquidity, locking investors into their holdings until maturity and discouraging retail participation. While institutional investors dominate, retail investors—wary of the illiquid secondary market—have stayed on the sidelines. The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has unveiled a new liquidity window that…
Source: Live Mint Adani Group Stocks: Retail investors trimmed their stake in the majority of Adani Group stocks during the September quarter (Q2FY25), although select group companies experienced an uptick in retail holdings. Adani Green Energy, for instance, saw a notable reduction, with retail ownership falling to 22.5% in September quarter from 24.1% in the…
Source: Live Mint While the passenger vehicle market is currently facing headwinds, is Hyundai’s IPO a strategic gamble? With the beginning of the festivities, could the timing signal the beginning of a new growth chapter for the company, capitalizing on increased consumer sentiment and potential market rebound? As HMI prepares to gauge investor sentiment, a…
Source: Live Mint NEW DELHI : In recent years, retail investors have emerged as a formidable force in India’s equity markets, driven primarily by the growth of mutual fund investments through systematic investment plans (SIPs). However, this influx of “uninformed” retail money is inadvertently creating exit opportunities for seasoned “smart money” investors—such as promoters, private…
Source: Live Mint The allure of the F&O (Futures & Options) market is undeniable. The potential for explosive returns beckons many retail investors, particularly in today’s era of low interest rates. However, the reality paints a starkly different picture. Studies by SEBI (Securities and Exchange Board of India) reveal a sobering truth: a staggering 89%…
