In contemporary times, mobile phones possess capabilities equivalent to those of computers, becoming indispensable tools for various activities ranging from bill payments to online shopping. This widespread adoption of mobile phones has also spurred advancements in financial services. Also Read: What are the charges associated with a demat account? Stockbrokers and fund managers have developed … Read more
Its been 30 years since I have been tracking the stock markets. And during this period, perhaps there have been about four instances when the retail investor has been labelled as ‘mature’. It happened during the telecom-media-tech boom of the late 1990s. The retail investor was apparently mature enough to understand that the world had … Read more
Voters in India, meanwhile, will cast ballots later this month, with self-styled strongman Narendra Modi expected to win a third term as prime minister in the world’s most populous country. Taiwan, Portugal, Russia and Turkey have already held elections. By year-end, countries accounting for over 60% of the world’s economic output and more than half … Read more
After a stellar FY24, what should be our expectations from the market for FY25? Are you positive about the market or do you expect a significant correction? While a large part of valuation rerating is done in FY24, we expect a superior earning growth trajectory driving market growth during FY25 and beyond. We foresee a … Read more
However, alongside the convenience, there’s also been an uptick in fraud cases associated with demat accounts over the past decade. This rise in fraudulent activities can be attributed to the influx of new investors entering the market without adequate knowledge of safeguarding their investments. While stock market regulators and brokerage firms continuously strive to implement … Read more
“While the year-end profit booking, Sebi advisories to mutual funds to curb froth in smids (small- and mid-cap counters) and overvaluation in some counters caused the broader market indices to correct sharply till the middle of last month, selective picking by funds and other investors at lower levels erased the losses in the second-half, which … Read more
These norms serve to verify the identity and credentials of account holders, ensuring transparency and security in financial transactions. In 2002, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) introduced KYC guidelines for banks to prevent their misuse for illicit activities like money laundering or terrorist financing. Also Read: Demat Account: How to choose between full-service and … Read more
Dividends play a significant role in generating income for investors in stocks or mutual funds. Dividends signify a fraction of a company’s profits shared with its shareholders. This allocation is influenced by multiple factors, encompassing earnings, financial health, and corporate strategies. Companies often declare dividends periodically, whether quarterly or annually, reflecting their commitment to distributing … Read more
The capital markets regulator Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has imposed a penalty on Nirmala Devi (name changed) and her son Vijay (name changed) for front-running activities. The case pertains to the trading activities from July 1, 2021, to June 30, 2022. Who is Nirmala Devi and what does this issue entail? A … Read more
Throughout the year, some of the most anticipated IPOs, such as Tata Technologies, IREDA, JSW Infra, and Cello World, among others, made their debut in the primary markets. Most IPOs this year garnered substantial subscriptions and witnessed positive movements on their listing days. Moreover, equity fundraising through IPOs, as well, witnessed a notable 20 percent … Read more