HDFC Bank, India’s biggest private sector bank, announced its December quarter results yesterday, leading to significant pressure on the stock price in today’s early morning trading session. The results not only created pressure but also had a harsh impact on both the Nifty and Bank Nifty indices. Investors who were well-prepared and positioned with proper …
Polycab shares recovered on Monday from Friday’s low of Rs 3,801 following the income tax department’s revelation of uncovering “unaccounted cash sales” of approximately Rs 1,000 crore during searches of the company’s facilities. The stock has been in a downtrend, falling more than 26% from its all-time high. The stock is showing signs of deterioration, …
The retail net investments in secondary markets exhibit significant fluctuations from 2022 to 2023. In 2022, retail investors poured a substantial amount into cash markets, reaching Rs 37,400 crore, while allocating Rs 24,800 crore in the futures and options (F&O) segment, resulting in a total investment of Rs 62,200 crore. However, the scenario changed drastically …
Anyone who has dabbled with trading in the markets knows very well that it doesn’t take very long for a profitable trade to suddenly start sinking. The P&L statement can have a healthy hue of green and in a matter of minutes, it could turn into a dreadful shade of red. To be on top …
Purchasing an option becomes advantageous during periods of strong momentum in a stock or index, yet it’s essential to note that it’s not foolproof, given the market’s supremacy and its ability to defy expectations. For novices, delving directly into options trading isn’t advisable. It demands expertise, a comprehensive understanding, and considerable skill in navigating the …
Last month, the National Stock Exchange announced a modification concerning the expiry days for futures and options contracts of the Nifty Bank Index. Nifty Bank weekly index options will experience a change in their expiry day, transitioning from Thursday to Wednesday starting on September 4, which falls on a Monday. The initial Wednesday weekly expiry …
In the vibrant landscape of India’s gaming and hospitality industry, Delta Corp Ltd. stands tall as the visionary force behind Deltin, the country’s premier brand in luxury gaming and hospitality. With a footprint extending across Goa, Sikkim, Daman, and even Kathmandu in Nepal, Delta Corp has woven a tapestry of opulence, innovation, and unparalleled guest …
Trading futures always excites me, and I’m constantly looking forward to learning and exploring more about it. However, one thing that has always persisted in the back of my mind is that it requires a substantial amount of capital to trade in futures contracts. Have you faced this problem like me? What if I told …
Any trader will admit that understanding and, more importantly, mastering the concept of option pricing and its correct value determination is mandatory for successful trading. The actual price of an option is determinable when you consider all factors that are responsible for its actual price. Let’s take petroleum for instance. Final prices of petroleum are …
BANKEX contracts, introduced by the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) in May 2023, are futures and options contracts based on the S&P BSE Bankex index. The introduction of BANKEX contracts was a significant development in the Indian derivatives market, as it provided traders with a new tool to hedge their exposure to the banking sector. The …
