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Shishir Asthana

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Why selective extension of trading hours is good for Indian market participants

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Why selective extension of trading hours is good for Indian market participants

Indian investors are exposed to overnight market risk due to time differences with other markets. Extended trading hours can give them a reprieve

Why are retail investors running away from the cash market?

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Why are retail investors running away from the cash market?

There has been a visible drop in retail participation in the market. The number of active accounts on the NSE has been on a steady decline since June 2022 and the rate of demat accounts has slowed substantially

Traders and market volume suffer as new collateral norms set in

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Traders and market volume suffer as new collateral norms set in

SEBI did not bother to check whether the infrastructure is in place for the smooth operation of the policy changes

Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | SC panel needs to think out of the box

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Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | SC panel needs to think out of the box

In today’s edition of Moneycontrol Pro Panorama: India's influence in Asia abates, shocking inflation numbers for January, get basics right to trade indices, coders could become overdependent on ChatGPT, and more

The impact of an MSCI review of Adani group stocks 

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The impact of an MSCI review of Adani group stocks 

MSCI lowering the weight of Adani Group stocks on the grounds that they do not meet the free float criteria

How Hindenburg shorted the Adani stocks

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How Hindenburg shorted the Adani stocks

SPDs are structured products that are tailor-made by foreign brokers for large clients in offshore jurisdictions. These products are not available in India and hide the identity of the trader who takes a position.

Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | MPC plays it safe, more rate hikes coming?

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Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | MPC plays it safe, more rate hikes coming?

In today’s edition of Moneycontrol Pro Panorama: No end to rate hike cycle, make the most of market volatility, puzzling economic signs leave markets confused, can Paytm set stage for revival, and more

Can Paytm quarterly numbers revive sentiment in new-age companies?

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Can Paytm quarterly numbers revive sentiment in new-age companies?

Despite the criticism faced by the company, the Paytm team needs to be applauded for its efforts to remain focused and believe in its business model.

With central bankers rushing to purchase gold, should retail buyers follow?

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With central bankers rushing to purchase gold, should retail buyers follow?

Central banks’ buying has been the second highest on record and was the main reason behind gold posting a positive return in 2022

Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | Budget 2023: Bonds jump in joy, stocks sulk

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Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | Budget 2023: Bonds jump in joy, stocks sulk

In today’s edition of Moneycontrol Pro Panorama: Old Pension Scheme is not a gamechanger, bitcoin makes a comeback, big firms stand to benefit from new tax regime, three unanswered questions from Budget 2023, and more

SEBI badly needs to up its game 

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SEBI badly needs to up its game 

The entire market has to pay for the alleged misdeeds of a few companies and the lackadaisical attitude of the market regulator 

Budget 2023: Temporary market euphoria gives way to despondency

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Budget 2023: Temporary market euphoria gives way to despondency

A push towards the new income tax regime and the sell-off in Adani Group take the sheen off a dream budget

Market data suggests budget reaction will be subdued 

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Market data suggests budget reaction will be subdued 

The biggest resistance for the Nifty is at 18000 levels where 94 lakh call options are written. On the lower side, 17500 offers some support though only around 40 lakh puts are standing to protect that level. With the market at 17662, any adverse news in the budget can take this level away. 

Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | Equity traders get the rough end of the stick

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Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | Equity traders get the rough end of the stick

In today’s edition of Moneycontrol Pro Panorama: Should investors worry about turnover ratio, can banks pull up Nifty, problems posed by ‘time theft’ and ‘quiet quitting’, school learning outcome disappoints, and more

Why Eurozone avoiding a recession is no reason to celebrate  

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Why Eurozone avoiding a recession is no reason to celebrate  

I If the Eurozone avoids a recession, it will be by the skin of its teeth and the re-opening of the Chinese economy does not mean its real estate problem will go away 

Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | The far-reaching consequences of ChatGPT

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Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | The far-reaching consequences of ChatGPT

In today’s edition of Moneycontrol Pro Panorama: India-Russia bonhomie, sacking spree in tech sector, time for PLI version 2.0, textile sectors' Budget expectations, and more

Ending money transfers to brokers will increase transaction costs

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Ending money transfers to brokers will increase transaction costs

Sebi’s proposal seeks to reduce misuse of funds and broker defaults but will make difficult for discount brokers

Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | Google repeating the Big Pharma playbook

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Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | Google repeating the Big Pharma playbook

In today’s edition of Moneycontrol Pro Panorama: Investment themes for challenging economy, agriculture sector needs reforms, investors bet on domestic India, pent-up consumption eating savings, and more

Why investors are rushing to mid and small-cap funds 

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Why investors are rushing to mid and small-cap funds 

Since smaller companies are more focused on the Indian market, investors are betting on the domestic India story by investing in small and midcap funds 

Can China revive the oil market? 

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Can China revive the oil market? 

There is a wide range in which oil prices can move in 2023, and a lot of it has to do with what happens in China 

The shipping industry is sending SOS signals 

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The shipping industry is sending SOS signals 

A falling BDI indicates lower demand for ships to transport goods, mainly dry bulk such as coal, iron ore, cement, fertilisers. These are mainly raw materials for finished goods indicating a slowing growth for the global economy

Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | OYO IPO — a test case for new-age companies

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Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | OYO IPO — a test case for new-age companies

In today’s edition of Moneycontrol Pro Panorama: Emerging markets gain ground, stronger PMI leaves no room for stimulus, GST buoyancy a challenge, EVs will reach critical mass in 2023, and more

The Green Pivot: EVs will reach critical mass this year 

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The Green Pivot: EVs will reach critical mass this year 

From a total cost of ownership (TCO) perspective, EVs are already competitive, even at today’s pricing levels 

Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | Real estate in 2023: Sky is the limit

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Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | Real estate in 2023: Sky is the limit

In today’s edition of Moneycontrol Pro Panorama: India needs an economic security policy, investors show interest in green energy, tapering inflation gives hope of demand growth, India falls short of divestment targets, and more

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