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Sensex, Nifty log weekly gains, but will the trend continue? Here's what experts say

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Sensex, Nifty log weekly gains, but will the trend continue? Here's what experts say

For the week gone by, Nifty50 closed 1.52 percent higher compared to 1.59 percent rally seen in the S&P BSE Sensex.

Weekly dossier: What Shankar Sharma, Nilesh Shah and other top voices of D-Street say about market

BUSINESS

Weekly dossier: What Shankar Sharma, Nilesh Shah and other top voices of D-Street say about market

For the week gone by, Nifty50 closed 1.52 percent higher compared to 1.59 percent rally seen in the S&P BSE Sensex.

Equity inflows tank 95% in June; should you worry about it?

BUSINESS

Equity inflows tank 95% in June; should you worry about it?

Net inflows into equity mutual funds slumped to a little over Rs 240 crore in June as investors pulled out from largecap and multicap funds due to profit-booking.

A V-shape recovery unlikely; brokerages are betting on these 10 largecaps

BUSINESS

A V-shape recovery unlikely; brokerages are betting on these 10 largecaps

Interventions by governments and central banks have prevented the economic situation from deteriorating significantly but it is unlikely that the recovery will be a V-shaped one, say experts.

Test match vs Twenty20—the difference between investing and trading

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Test match vs Twenty20—the difference between investing and trading

Investors tend to focus on bigger returns and believe in the power of compounding. Traders take advantage of swings in the market and exit positions to earn frequent profits even if the pickings are small.

Moneycontrol Readers Survey: Despite an uptick in June auto sales, investors moot selling on rally

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Moneycontrol Readers Survey: Despite an uptick in June auto sales, investors moot selling on rally

Vehicle sales in June climbed to 50 percent of pre-COVID levels, while dealers reported a surge in online inquiries.

It’s no Tinseltown! Nepotism doesn't work in market, patience and experience do

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It’s no Tinseltown! Nepotism doesn't work in market, patience and experience do

Coming from a family of traders or investors may have some advantages but the market is a dynamic place, where you learn and grow, pedigree is of little use there.

Bajaj Finance underscores COVID pressure in Q1; brokerages see tough road ahead

BUSINESS

Bajaj Finance underscores COVID pressure in Q1; brokerages see tough road ahead

The company said it may consider additional accelerated provisioning for COVID-19 in Q1FY21 as well to further strengthen its balance sheet.

RIL m-cap surges Rs 3.9 lakh crore in 11 weeks; target seen at Rs 2,000 by December

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RIL m-cap surges Rs 3.9 lakh crore in 11 weeks; target seen at Rs 2,000 by December

In the last three months, the stock has witnessed healthy traction because of all the positive news around several deals and the company being debt-free.

Moneycontrol Readers Survey: Nifty to remain in a range of 10,000-11,000; mid & smallcaps may outperform

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Moneycontrol Readers Survey: Nifty to remain in a range of 10,000-11,000; mid & smallcaps may outperform

On Facebook, 58 percent of respondents believe the Nifty to remain in a range of 10,000-11,000 while on Twitter, 59 percent concurs with this and on Linkedin, 55 percent has the same view on Nifty.

Trade Setup for Monday: Top 15 things to know before Opening Bell

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Trade Setup for Monday: Top 15 things to know before Opening Bell

Key support level for the Nifty is placed at 10,569.57, followed by 10,531.83. If the index moves up, the key resistance levels to watch out for are 10,638.17 and 10,669.03.

Weekly dossier: Views on markets, tips for investment from Rakesh Jhunjhunwala, N Jayakumar and others

BUSINESS

Weekly dossier: Views on markets, tips for investment from Rakesh Jhunjhunwala, N Jayakumar and others

While experts are of the view that the current market momentum may continue in the near-term, concerns over rising coronavirus cases and chances of the second round of lockdown along with trade tensions between US-China continue to linger.

Sensex, Nifty jump 2% on weekly basis; will the trend continue? Here's what experts say

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Sensex, Nifty jump 2% on weekly basis; will the trend continue? Here's what experts say

The Nifty50 recorded its third consecutive week of gains. The index closed with gains of 2.1 percent while the S&P BSE Sensex rose 2.4 percent for the week ended July 3.

Uncertainty likely to prevail, 10 bluechips that analysts and brokerages are betting on

BUSINESS

Uncertainty likely to prevail, 10 bluechips that analysts and brokerages are betting on

SBI's economists say the surge in equity markets is not linked to economic recovery and maybe a sign of irrational exuberance.

June auto sales fuel recovery hopes but the sector has a long way to go

BUSINESS

June auto sales fuel recovery hopes but the sector has a long way to go

June saw good sales due to pent-up demand. It will be July and August data that will provide a clearer picture of retail demand, say experts.

ONGC share price jumps 4%; Emkay Global raises target price by 4%

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ONGC share price jumps 4%; Emkay Global raises target price by 4%

As per Emkay, key risks for the company are adverse oil-gas prices, policy issues, divestment, cost overruns, COVID-19-led delays and exploration failures whereas duty relief and gas pricing reforms are the key triggers.

H1 2020 review: After a dismal start, banks still not out of the woods; Axis, ICICI Bank top picks

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H1 2020 review: After a dismal start, banks still not out of the woods; Axis, ICICI Bank top picks

UBS said it is cautious on banks’ asset quality, given the weak macro backdrop

H1 2020 review: Healthcare, telecom outperform, banks lose the most; what's in store?

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H1 2020 review: Healthcare, telecom outperform, banks lose the most; what's in store?

After the all-time high of January, markets embarked on a bumpy track in the subsequent months in light of Budget 2020, COVID-19, global cues and weak macroeconomic indicators.

Sensex, Nifty shed 15% in first half of 2020; will the trend continue or change?

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Sensex, Nifty shed 15% in first half of 2020; will the trend continue or change?

Equity markets had a plethora of headwinds during the first half of the calendar year 2020. From geopolitical tensions to deteriorating macro to COVID-19, the beleaguered market kept investors on tenterhooks.

Auto volumes likely to see mild uptick in June; here are 6 top picks as tractors are in fast lane

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Auto volumes likely to see mild uptick in June; here are 6 top picks as tractors are in fast lane

Brokerages believe, in the coming quarters, low base, pent-up demand, rural push and gradual improvement in economic activity may lift volumes for automakers.

Despite a 70 % fall in Q4 profit, brokerages see a 65% upside in NTPC; here's why

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Despite a 70 % fall in Q4 profit, brokerages see a 65% upside in NTPC; here's why

Despite a weak show in FY20 and feeble prospects for FY21, NTPC's earnings growth has strong visibility over the next two years as 11 GW of under-construction coal-based capacities will likely be commissioned, say experts.

Trade Setup for Monday: Top 15 things to know before Opening Bell

BUSINESS

Trade Setup for Monday: Top 15 things to know before Opening Bell

Key support level for the Nifty is placed at 10,326.2, followed by 10,269.4. If the index moves up, the key resistance levels to watch out for are 10,424.8 and 10,466.6.

Words of wisdom: Be a realistic optimist and understand the importance of compounding, says Morgan Housel

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Words of wisdom: Be a realistic optimist and understand the importance of compounding, says Morgan Housel

Housel emphasised on the importance of compounding in investing and said it is not something that you could go to school for and become an expert.

The weekly dossier: Words of wisdom from Morgan Housel, Shankar Sharma and other experts to give you cues about the market

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The weekly dossier: Words of wisdom from Morgan Housel, Shankar Sharma and other experts to give you cues about the market

Eminent market experts tell us how to trade in such times and what will be the course of the market going ahead.

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