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Sensex gave positive returns in Feb in 5 out of 10 years; what does 2019 hold?

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Sensex gave positive returns in Feb in 5 out of 10 years; what does 2019 hold?

Two big events that will chart the direction for markets in the coming days are RBI Policy review and the final leg of the December quarter earnings

We may not see a repeat of high returns that we experienced in the last 3 years: UTI MF

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We may not see a repeat of high returns that we experienced in the last 3 years: UTI MF

Our expectations of return from the market should be on the lower side. We may not be able to see a repeat of high returns that we experienced in the last three years

FIIs raised stake in nearly 400 companies in December quarter; Do you own any?

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FIIs raised stake in nearly 400 companies in December quarter; Do you own any?

Foreign investors raised stake in as many as 387 companies including HDFC, Bharat Financial, Indiabulls Housing, IndusInd Bank, Shriram Transport, Bharti Infratel, Zee Entertainment and Hero Moto

February F&O picks: 10 short-term trading ideas for the series that could give 3-15% return

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February F&O picks: 10 short-term trading ideas for the series that could give 3-15% return

V-Guard Industries, Ajanta Pharma, Infosys and Titan Company among top names

Hero Moto, Eicher Motors among top 5 stocks that are clear winners from Budget: Karvy

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Hero Moto, Eicher Motors among top 5 stocks that are clear winners from Budget: Karvy

We would rate it at 5 given the backdrop in which the budget is being presented; the Budget is expansionary without breaking the bank.

Interim Budget 2019: 20 stocks to buy that are likely to benefit the most

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Interim Budget 2019: 20 stocks to buy that are likely to benefit the most

Benchmark indices are likely to move sideways, so investors are better off placing bets on select sectors which are likely to get benefit from the Interim Budget, suggest experts

'Budget looks quite impressive with benefits given to farmers and middle class'

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'Budget looks quite impressive with benefits given to farmers and middle class'

The announced tax rebate to people earning up to Rs 5 lakh will benefit nearly Rs 3 crore middle-class population and will give a boost to FMCG segment as a whole

Thanks to sops worth Rs 1 lakh crore, RBI unlikely to cut rates in near-term

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Thanks to sops worth Rs 1 lakh crore, RBI unlikely to cut rates in near-term

The fiscal stimulus of close to 0.4 percent of the GDP is inflationary in nature and put pressure on the bond yields. This could adversely impact whole funded NBFCs and other financial services companies, Gaurav Dua suggests.

D-Street gives a thumbs-up to Modi-govt's Interim Budget; analysts score it at 4 out of 5

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D-Street gives a thumbs-up to Modi-govt's Interim Budget; analysts score it at 4 out of 5

The fiscal deficit target of 3.4 percent of GDP for FY19 and FY20 is encouraging and was welcomed by the D-Street

No 'over-populism' by the government in Budget 2019 comforts D-Street: Amar Ambani

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No 'over-populism' by the government in Budget 2019 comforts D-Street: Amar Ambani

As an interim Budget, I would surely give it a thumbs up, especially given the paucity of time for the incoming Finance Minister, Piyush Goyal. Rating - 4 on 5.

Keep equal mix of large, midcaps in portfolio for stability with higher returns: HDFC Securities

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Keep equal mix of large, midcaps in portfolio for stability with higher returns: HDFC Securities

If the government is thinking of putting out a full budget then they would have something up their sleeve, otherwise, there was no need to break the tradition, said V K Sharma, Head PCG & Capital Markets Strategy, HDFC Securities

Interim Budget 2019: 25 stocks that brokerages are betting on to play the event

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Interim Budget 2019: 25 stocks that brokerages are betting on to play the event

Analysts advise investors to stay with cyclical sectors. Capex-oriented sectors are also likely to recover post elections

Should you be wary of these firms with high pledged share holding by promoters?

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Should you be wary of these firms with high pledged share holding by promoters?

Promoters of 195 companies on the BSE have pledged more than 50 percent of their shares, according to data provided by Prime Database.

'Populist measures likely, rural theme stocks to benefit from the Budget'

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'Populist measures likely, rural theme stocks to benefit from the Budget'

The budget will continue to be an important tool for the government to communicate its economic, as well as social agenda and some excitement around it is still warranted

Vijay Kedia raises stake in 2 stocks in Q3; know about his Chinese bamboo tree approach

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Vijay Kedia raises stake in 2 stocks in Q3; know about his Chinese bamboo tree approach

Vijay Kedia tweaked stake only in three companies, which reflects his stand of staying put and giving his investments time to grow and give multi-fold returns

Countdown to Budget 2019: A look at sectors & stocks in limelight

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Countdown to Budget 2019: A look at sectors & stocks in limelight

We do not think investors need to make their portfolio strategy based on budget expectations. Global interest rates, liquidity and commodity prices will determine the fate of our markets more than the Budget, says V K Sharma of HDFC Securities

Top 10 short-term trading ideas by experts for F&O expiry week

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Top 10 short-term trading ideas by experts for F&O expiry week

The index witnessed a bearish candle on the weekly charts and going forward it would be difficult for the index to surpass 11000 levels convincingly in a hurry.

'FMCG, consumer durables, cement & retail stocks to benefit from Interim Budget'

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'FMCG, consumer durables, cement & retail stocks to benefit from Interim Budget'

A couple of measures like providing tax benefits to pensioners and/or lowering of interest rates on housing loans to woo middle class can also be considered, said Arun Thukral, MD & CEO, Axis Securities

Dolly Khanna tweaks stake in 14 companies while the stocks fell 5-26% in 4 months

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Dolly Khanna tweaks stake in 14 companies while the stocks fell 5-26% in 4 months

Most stocks in their portfolio (mostly mid and smallcaps) gave positive returns in past 4 months, starting October

Carnage in mid & small-caps ahead of Budget; 30 stocks slip 10-30% in a week

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Carnage in mid & small-caps ahead of Budget; 30 stocks slip 10-30% in a week

The mid and the small-caps, which were big underperformers of 2018, continued their southward journey in the first month of 2019 and ahead of the big event, Interim Budget 2019.

Betting on: FIIs were net buyers in Indian market post Budget in last 5 years

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Betting on: FIIs were net buyers in Indian market post Budget in last 5 years

Most experts feel that flows are expected to be rangebound in 2019 as FPIs may continue with a cautious stance until there are concrete signs of economic recovery and a stable government

Bullish on capital goods and banks with long-term perspective: Karvy

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Bullish on capital goods and banks with long-term perspective: Karvy

We expect Budget to be more than a routine Vote On Account. The government may make announcements in order to please rural voters and the urban middle class. These could include cash transfers and some changes in the income tax slabs.

All eyes on Budget: 15 stocks that are likely to benefit as analysts expect sops ahead of elections

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All eyes on Budget: 15 stocks that are likely to benefit as analysts expect sops ahead of elections

The Interim Budget for FY20 is likely to forecast a fiscal deficit of 3.3 percent of GDP whilst the actual fiscal deficit is likely to be 3.5 percent of GDP for FY20, suggest experts

Q3 report card: Brokerages revise target price of 6 stocks with an upside of 12-30%

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Q3 report card: Brokerages revise target price of 6 stocks with an upside of 12-30%

Earnings growth for FY20 will get better by H2FY20 led by positive lag-effect of reforms,” says Vinod Nair, Head Of Research at Geojit Financial Services

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