Market Insights
Week in the Review The Indian equity market extended the fall in the second consecutive week, ending on July 11 amid volatility led by uncertainty over the US tariff plan, a disappointing start to the earnings season, and a delay in finalising the India-US trade pact. Indices Analysis For the week, the BSE Sensex index declined 1.13 […]
Sunday Stories
Rishi’s Revelations It was a humid Saturday afternoon when Rishi arrived at his uncle’s warehouse near the industrial belt. Two months had passed since he’d been laid off from his tech sales job in Bengaluru, a blunt email and a rushed exit Zoom call. He’d returned home to pause, to think. The warehouse was a […]
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Ask any professional options trader their secret weapon, and they’ll likely mention the Put-Call Ratio (PCR). While most beginners focus only on price and volume, the smart money watches PCR — and more importantly, how it moves over time on a chart. Let’s break down: 🠖 What is PCR? 🠖 How to chart it? 🠖 […]
Mutual Funds
When evaluating mutual funds, there are two key metrics you can’t avoid, Alpha and Beta in mutual funds. These are the performance indicators that will help investors to analyze how well a fund is performing and the level of its market risk. Without understanding these terms, planning effectively becomes difficult and make it harder to […]
Investments
To achieve your goals and manage your money effectively, you should understand the key metrics of personal finance. One of the vital metrics is the debt-to-income ratio or DTI. If you are planning to apply for a loan, buy a house, or assess your financial health, knowing your DTI will provide valuable insights to you. […]
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The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has implemented new set of regulations for the Futures & Options (F&O) segments. These are aimed at protecting retail traders and ensuring market stability. It will cover everything from position limits and lot sizes to risk monitoring and margin norms. Through this blog we will break down […]
ETF
Mutual Funds
Investors are looking for diversified and professionally managed investment options. The two most popular options are Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) and Mutual Funds. Both allow investors to buy a variety of securities that differ significantly in cost, structure, taxation, and flexibility. The selection of ETF or Mutual Fund completely depends on the investor’s goals and strategy. […]
Market Insights
Week in the Review The Indian benchmark indices snapped two-week gaining streak in the volatile week ended on July 4 as investors remained cautious ahead of the impending US tariff deadline. Indices Analysis For the week, the BSE Sensex index shed 0.76 percent to close at 83,432, and Nifty50 fell 0.81 percent to end at […]
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In the digital world, we know that a mobile phone is more than just a communication device. It’s your banking portal, digital identity hub, and also an investment platform- all roles into one. For investors, especially those trading and managing portfolios online, their mobile phone acts as their financial command center. That’s why securing your […]
Sunday Stories
Tradition Meets Trade: Uncovering Market Potential The city of Hyderabad stood still in solemn reverence. It was the 10th day of Muharram, the day of Ashura, a day of deep mourning and spiritual significance for Shia Muslims. Streets were adorned with black banners, and thousands of devotees marched from Dabeerpura Flyover toward Alawa-e-Sartouq Mubarak (Darushafa). […]
Trading
When we analyze a stock’s performance, price movement steals the spotlight. If you do not know about the volume in the stock market, the price trends can be misleading. So, the trading volume acts as the confirmation behind moves, and that helps both traders and investors to understand whether a trend is genuine or fake. […]
Trading
In today’s ultra-fast financial markets, technology plays a massive role, so traders are using advanced tactics. One of the most popular tactics used by professional traders is high-frequency trading (HFT), but what exactly does high-frequency trading mean? In this blog we will explore the HFT, how it works, pros and cons and the key features […]
Market Insights
In June, Indian equity markets extended their upward trend, with the Nifty gaining for the month, supported by strong foreign inflows of approximately ₹8,700 crore. Positive momentum was driven by easing inflation, supportive RBI policies, and strong performances in banking, IT, and financial sectors. Despite late profit booking and rupee fluctuations, upbeat factory output and […]
Investments
Mutual Funds
Ever feel like you’ve invested in a mutual fund years ago but can’t remember the details? Or maybe a loved one left behind an investment, and you’re not sure where to start? SEBI (Securities and Exchange Board of India) has launched a new platform just for you — it’s called MITRA, short for Mutual Fund […]
Market Insights
Week in the Review The Indian equity indices extended the gains in the second consecutive week ended June 27 after moderation in crude oil prices amid ease in geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, persistent FII buying, favourable monsoon forecast and ease in trade tensions ahead of the deadline. Indices Analysis For the week, the […]
Sunday Stories
Where Family Meets the Financial Markets In the lush courtyard of Indore’s iconic Rajwada Palace, its ancient arches adorned with twinkling lights, families gathered for a warm reunion. The evening breeze carried the scent of jalebis and jalapenos, and animated laughter filled the air. Seated around a low table by a blooming jasmine vine were […]
Investments
Investing in the stock market, the investor can choose various investment styles; the popular approaches are; value stocks and growth stocks. So, it is necessary to understand the difference between value stocks and growth stocks. Because if they want to align their portfolio with personal goals and risk tolerance, they have to know about both […]
Investments
Algorithmic trading (aka Algo trading) is becoming increasingly popular among retail investors. If you’ve ever considered using automated strategies to buy and sell stocks — this update is for you! To help retail investors trade more safely and confidently using Algos, SEBI has rolled out a new set of rules that take effect from August […]
Investments
Planning isn’t an easy word, in financial matters it’s more difficult but an essential process. Many investors are ensuring their heirs can access investments, stocks, mutual funds, and insurance policies when needed. To ensure the safety of these important documents in India you can use the platform called DigiLocker. The platform offers a seamless and […]
Investments
What is Risk in Investing? Risk is the volatility or uncertainty in your investment’s returns. Even if two stocks give the same average return, one might be much bumpier than the other. The bumpier one is riskier. We use Standard Deviation to measure how much returns fluctuate. The more it jumps around, the higher the […]
Market Insights
Week in the Review The Indian benchmark indices erased previous week losses on strong Friday closing amid ease in geopolitical tension after US President Trump’s statement about decision of US direct involvement in the Israel-Iran conflict in next two weeks. Indices Analysis For the week, the BSE Sensex index added 1.69 percent to finish at […]
Sunday Stories
🌅 Sun Salutations & SIP Solutions The soft morning sunlight spilled into the living room of the Reddy household. The aroma of filter coffee mingled with the sound of birds chirping outside. Inside, Aanya Reddy had just rolled up her yoga mat after a calming one-hour session in the courtyard. Aanya, a successful chartered accountant […]
Investments
In an ideal world, stock prices should reflect a company’s earnings, balance sheet, and long-term growth potential — in short, fundamentals. But the stock market doesn’t always behave like an Excel sheet. More often than not, it behaves like a mood swing. Welcome to the real world of stock investing, where sentiment often trumps fundamentals […]
Mutual Funds
If you are planning to invest in mutual funds through SIPs (Systematic Investment Plans), calculating accurate returns is essential. So many investors analyze it in CAGR (Compound Annual Growth) but these don’t always reflect in real-world investments with irregular cash flows. Here is XIRR in mutual funds to get the complete attention. Whether you […]
