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Comparisons between 2008 financial crisis and SVB collapse superficial, says Howard Marks

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Comparisons between 2008 financial crisis and SVB collapse superficial, says Howard Marks

The 76-year-old finds baffling the SVB management’s decision to put about half of its deposits in hold-till-maturity bonds having 'pitifully' low yields. 'How could anyone have thought rates that low were more likely to hold steady or fall than rise,' says Marks

F&O Manual: ‘Initiate cross calendar spreads on the call side on Bank Nifty’

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F&O Manual: ‘Initiate cross calendar spreads on the call side on Bank Nifty’

Nifty has reacted perfectly from its congestion zone between 17650 and 17900.

F&O Manual: Hurdles around 17,700 hold back Nifty but traders expect a bounce-back

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F&O Manual: Hurdles around 17,700 hold back Nifty but traders expect a bounce-back

According to Prashanth Tapse of Mehta Equities, the biggest support for the Nifty is at its 200-day moving average at 17,568, while the biggest hurdle is at 17,863

Avalon Tech makes a tepid debut; Should you buy, sell or hold the stock?

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Avalon Tech makes a tepid debut; Should you buy, sell or hold the stock?

The stock started off at Rs 431 on the BSE against issue price of Rs 436 per share, while the listing price on the NSE was Rs 436.

F&O Manual: As Nifty hits day's low, traders position themselves for bounce back

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F&O Manual: As Nifty hits day's low, traders position themselves for bounce back

HDFC Bank that also came out with its earnings over the weekend saw short buildup as traders took bearish bets on the counter.

Discount broker Shoonya faces glitch, users complain of bogus orders, huge losses

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Discount broker Shoonya faces glitch, users complain of bogus orders, huge losses

The company said it was aware of the issue and is working on resolving it

F&O Manual: IT pack disappoints Nifty bulls; volatility likely to rule the roost

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F&O Manual: IT pack disappoints Nifty bulls; volatility likely to rule the roost

Among individual stocks, bears piled on IT names such as LTIMindtree, Persistent Systems, Tech Mahindra and Birlasoft. AU Finance Bank, Dixon Tech, IndiaMart and Eicher Motors were on the bulls’ radar

F&O Manual: Setup positive but expect some profit booking, say analysts

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F&O Manual: Setup positive but expect some profit booking, say analysts

The Bank Nifty saw call unwinding at lower levels while puts were written at 41500 and 41400 as they are emerging as local support levels.

F&O Manual: Market takes expected pause but setup remains bullish

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F&O Manual: Market takes expected pause but setup remains bullish

Pharma names like Divi’s Labs, Biocon and Metropolis Healthcare were among those that saw bullish setup as open interprets increased along with price.

F&O Manual: Divided market opinion over Nifty signals tough days for traders

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F&O Manual: Divided market opinion over Nifty signals tough days for traders

Some traders believe the rally may take a pause and that presents a short term shorting opportunity now. While others are relatively more bullish.

Broking industry at a cusp of telecom-like consolidation: Arun Chaudhry of Mirae Asset

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Broking industry at a cusp of telecom-like consolidation: Arun Chaudhry of Mirae Asset

Overall, because of the negative sentiment, this is definitely going to impact the profitability of many brokers.

F&O Manual | Whiff of fatigue in Nifty rally keeps traders wait for shorting opportunity

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F&O Manual | Whiff of fatigue in Nifty rally keeps traders wait for shorting opportunity

As the index has moved higher, lower strikes have seen call unwinding but some traders see a fatigue emerging for Nifty index. They are now waiting on the sidelines for shorting opportunities.

F&O Manual | Market starts week on bullish tone but some traders see end of the rally

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F&O Manual | Market starts week on bullish tone but some traders see end of the rally

Post weekend buying in Asian markets also lifted sentiments of traders. However, some of them believe this is the beginning of an end to the rally. Thus they have trimmed down their expectations accordingly.

RBI Policy meet: These sectors and stocks will be in focus as RBI brings smiles all around

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RBI Policy meet: These sectors and stocks will be in focus as RBI brings smiles all around

The direct implication is that your EMIs will not rise which is a relief for lakhs of homeowners and vehicle owners.

F&O Manual: Bank Nifty rise as RBI holds rate, traders still cautious

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F&O Manual: Bank Nifty rise as RBI holds rate, traders still cautious

Some traders have started trimming their expectations despite a slight jump in prices, saying the gains could be a dead-cat bounce and not a reversal of the declining trend

Outlook worsening for bank stocks as Street awaits RBI policy rate decision

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Outlook worsening for bank stocks as Street awaits RBI policy rate decision

So far this year banking stocks have been an underperformer even as credit growth has been encouraging. However, deposit growth has lagged that has led to concerns over contraction in margins.

F&O Manual: Market on recovery mode, say traders, as Nifty rises for another day

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F&O Manual: Market on recovery mode, say traders, as Nifty rises for another day

Nifty Bank index was up 0.22 percent as of writing this copy.

Taking stock: A choppy day for market, Sensex gains 115 points, Nifty nears 17,400

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Taking stock: A choppy day for market, Sensex gains 115 points, Nifty nears 17,400

Global cues were largely negative as OPEC and allies’ decision to cut production took everyone by surprise and triggered a spike in crude oil prices. A holiday-shortened week also meant that traders avoided taking any significant positions

F&O Manual: Nifty trades flat, traders expect selling as day progresses

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F&O Manual: Nifty trades flat, traders expect selling as day progresses

Among individual stocks, auto, power and oil and gas names were in focus. There was a churn on in oil and gas stocks following OPEC's surprise decision to cut production

Avalon Technologies IPO opens. Worth investing? Here is what analysts say

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Avalon Technologies IPO opens. Worth investing? Here is what analysts say

Avalon Technologies IPO: Analysts tracking the issue believe the company belongs to a high-growth industry and also offers some valuation comfort compared to listed peers, making Avalon a favourable investment

Trader’s Edge | A low-risk strategy that promises big returns

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Trader’s Edge | A low-risk strategy that promises big returns

If used with enough safeguards, Pair Trading can deliver 35 percent returns with risks limited to 7 percent — a 1:5 risk-reward ratio

F&O Manual: Traders expect more volatility; individual stocks in focus

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F&O Manual: Traders expect more volatility; individual stocks in focus

All sectors traded with gains. Banking and metals were the biggest support for the index. Traders, however, have advised retail investors to be cautious as they expect the day to get choppy

Trader’s Edge | An all-weather, low-risk strategy from an early bloomer

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Trader’s Edge | An all-weather, low-risk strategy from an early bloomer

Mumbai based Rahul Ghose uses a "bidirectional" strategy for his day to day trade. He claims the strategy makes money eight out of 10 times.

Patanjali Foods clarifies on FPO report, says not considering another share sale

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Patanjali Foods clarifies on FPO report, says not considering another share sale

The development comes at a time when bourses said they have put a freeze on the shares held by promoters and promoter entities over the failure to meet the minimum public shareholding norm.

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