Investing in equities can often seem daunting due to the plethora of options and complex jargon involved. However, Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) offer a straightforward and efficient way to enter the equity market. ETFs combine the benefits of mutual funds and stocks, providing both diversification and trading flexibility. Equity ETFs, in particular, are designed to invest …
India’s domestic market capitalisation surged 18.4% to $5.18 trillion in 2024, adding $806 billion in value, making it the third-best performer globally among the top 15 major markets. US Leads Global Gains, Big Tech Drives Growth The United States, the world’s largest equity market, saw a remarkable 25.6% increase in market capitalisation, amounting to a …
The capital market regulator, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has introduced a significant update to its insider trading regulations. The recent amendment allows the subscription to non-convertible securities when the trading window is closed. This adjustment aims to provide market participants with greater flexibility while maintaining investor protection mechanisms. Exemptions Under SEBI …
As the year 2024 concludes, investors are gearing up for the new trading year. One question often asked at this time is whether the stock markets will remain open on January 1, 2025. According to the 2025 holiday calendar released by the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), trading will proceed …
India’s trade deficit soared to a staggering $37.8 billion in November, marking an all-time high. A key factor behind this deficit was a four-fold rise in gold imports, which jumped to $14.8 billion from just $3.44 billion a year earlier. However, news reports suggest this surge may not entirely reflect reality, pointing to potential double …
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) acts as a vigilant protector of India’s financial markets, ensuring that transparency, fairness, and investor safeguarding are upheld. Founded in 1988 and endowed with statutory authority in 1992, SEBI forms the bedrock of market regulation in India. Through its forward-thinking strategies, SEBI has transformed the functioning of …
According to reports, the US Federal Reserve is expected to reduce its benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points at the conclusion of its 2-day meeting on December 18. This would mark the 3 consecutive US Fed rate cut, bringing the federal funds rate to a target range of 4.25%-4.5%, down from the current 4.5%-4.75%. …
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has proposed the launch of a central platform, Mutual Fund Investment Tracing and Retrieval Assistant (MITRA), to help investors track inactive and unclaimed mutual fund (MF) folios. The proposal, outlined in a consultation paper, aims to address concerns over forgotten MF investments, especially those made in physical …
The Securities and Exchange Board of India has imposed new restrictions on foreign portfolio investors (FPIs), barring them from issuing participatory notes (P-notes) with derivatives as the underlying asset. SEBI Tightens FPI Regulations In a move to tighten regulatory oversight, the Securities and Exchange Board of India announced on Tuesday that foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) …
The Nifty Bank Index is a vital benchmark for tracking the performance of Indian banking stocks. This index consists of the most liquid and significant banking companies listed on the National Stock Exchange of India (NSE), with a maximum cap of 12 constituent companies. The index is calculated using the free float market capitalisation method, …
