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COVER STORY Vol. 39 Issue No. 14

Shifting Sands: Will FIIs Return To Indian Shores?
While major global indices have been on a tear in 2024, scaling new peaks, India's frontline indices have presented a more muted performance.

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Small-Caps: Book Profits or Remain Invested?

Our analysis of the performance of Small-Cap stocks indicates that while the broader markets are expected to rise, caution is advised regarding extreme valuations.

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Are Small-Cap Funds Still Lucrative?

While the high growth potential of Small-Cap funds is enticing, the investment comes with a significant downside.

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Dependable Dividend Yield Funds

Dividend yield funds present an appealing option for investors seeking lower volatility and consistent performance within their investment portfolios.

Resilience Rules The Roost

The key domestic indices reached all-time highs even though Nifty VIX, known as the 'fear gauge', has doubled in value over the past one month

2 mins

ON A SLIPPERY SLOPE

The recent ban on acquiring new customers online and the issue of credit cards has put a spanner in the operations of the bank. Given that the timeline for its operational turnaround is uncertain, the stock has lost its appeal

5 mins

Small-Caps: Book Profits Or Remain Invested?

Our analysis of the performance of small-cap stocks indicates that while the broader markets are expected to rise, caution is advised regarding extreme valuations. Therefore, it is recommended to choose quality small-cap stocks based on thorough fundamental and technical research. The article highlights the reasons for doing so

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Shifting Sands: Will FIIs Return To Indian Shores?

The Indian equity market currently grapples with a cloud of uncertainty, with volatility reaching its peak. Fils have been consistent net sellers for months, offloading a significant ₹1.20 lakh crore in 2024 alone. This raises a critical question: Is this indicative of a fundamental shift in their view on the Indian growth story, or are they contending with temporary headwinds? Mandar Wagh delves into the potential reasons behind Fil selling and explores when Fils might return to India

8 mins

Can The Global Equities Sustain The Bull Run In The Second Half Of 2024?

After four weeks of gains, the markets paused in the past fortnight, despite outstanding earnings from the Al leader NVIDIA. For the year, the S&P 500 remains up by about 10 per cent, and we view some consolidation after the recent strong performance.

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Are Small-Cap Funds Still Lucrative?

While the high growth potential of small-cap funds is enticing, the investment comes with a significant downside. Compared to large-cap funds, small-caps experience deeper maximum drawdown during market downturns. The article examines the how, why and when of investing in small-cap funds

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