2019 Outlook

Gold is principally a hedge against inflation and a safe haven during times of turbulence in markets. Entering at current prices can give good returns in an uncertain 2019

Institutional investors plan to reduce equity exposure by 37% in 2019: BlackRock poll

Since BlackRock’s investors currently own $3.4 trillion in stocks, we could be staring at a mammoth Rs 85.05 lakh crore fleeing global stock markets over the next 12 months

2019 is the year for accumulation, probability of big fall low: Narnolia

2019 is an accumulation year. So instead of waiting for the exact time when upside will start opening up, investors should keep investing in every decline all through the year for harvesting in future years

Portfolio for 2019: 'Increase exposure in mid & smallcaps, pick short duration bonds'

From the global perspective, key events that could impact markets in 2019 are the US–China trade war, the slowdown of China’s economic growth, volatility in EM currencies and uncertainty around Brexit., says Ankur Maheshwari, CEO Equirus Wealth Management

Allocate 60% to largecaps and 40% to mid and smallcaps in 2019: Reliance Securities

We expect the market to witness sideways movement in the first half of 2019 and take a remarkable leap in the second half with emerging clarity over political landscape and sustained low oil prices and soft headline inflation

Top video game releases of 2019: Anthem, RE2 and other major titles

Here are our top picks of video games that will release in 2019 to satisfy the gamer within you.

2019 is set to be a romantic year! Here are the top 10 upcoming romcoms

Not just quite a few films belonging to the romcom genre are arriving in the New Year, many stars are featuring in them as well.

Market considers PM Modi as 'Virat Kohli of politics'; stay put despite volatility

Technically speaking, the markets shall remain range bound between 11000 – 10500 in the month of January unless a breakout or breakdown is witnessed going forward.

Tata Harrier to Suzuki Jimny: Watch out for these UVs this year

A list of forthcoming utility vehicles in India

Real estate outlook: 6 trends that may shape the property market in 2019

While office demand is expected to grow, co-working and warehousing segments may see renewed interest

Did we get financially wise in 2018? Here are a few money habits that can make 2019 better

Mis-selling continues unabated and everybody seems to be doling out financial advise.

'India likely to grow faster than many nations, 2019 to be year of mid and smallcaps'

Investors need to be more selective then usual with their decisions by sticking to quality of earnings & corporate governance, strong financials and growth prospects.

'Nifty has potential to touch 12,400 in 2019; trade war, election outcome key risks'

India could indirectly get impacted by global slowdown especially if it is led by China (whether due to the US China trade war or China’s own internal issues).

Opinion | In 2019, the big event for the markets will be the general elections

Sit tight and ride the volatility rollercoaster through prudent asset allocation till signs of stability returns in India and globally markets.

Expect crude oil to be volatile in 2019: Anand Rathi

US crude-oil production may be further boosted in 2019 as infrastructure constraints in the Permian Basin could be resolved

From breaking plates to camping in graveyards: 10 most bizarre New Year traditions around the world

While the Swiss believe dropping ice-cream on the floor is good luck, the Irish throw bread at walls to ward off evil spirits

Opinion | India's job challenge - How to stop demographic boon from turning into bane

The shift away from agriculture is due. Thus, new jobs have to be generated in non-agricultural sectors, such as industry and services, at a rate fast enough to also absorb those who leave farming.

'General elections outcome may weigh on the market, but only in the short term'

Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) who have fuelled the resilience of the Indian stock market this year, pumping in around Rs 1,11,000 crore into Indian equities, have now turned net sellers

Opinion | Why social media conversations in 2019 will be worse than what we saw in 2018

Most users are sharply reactive, socially awkward and unmindful of the little sensitivities seen in real society. Then, social media itself is young, just reaching adolescence, and on these platforms it seems harder to tell right from wrong.

Do you own any of these 10 stocks that rallied 10-40% last week?

Experts expect 20149 to be the year of midcap and smallcap after correction of 15 percent and 25 percent in 2018 respectively

Opinion | Why 2019 looks more promising for stocks than 2018

As we enter 2019, the macroeconomic set-up is turning favourable for India. As macros improve and earnings of corporate lending banks return to normal, a marked revival in growth of the corporate earnings is expected to finally manifest in 2019.

Would be happy if Nifty, Sensex grow consistently at 15% for next 3 years: Vaibhav Sanghavi

Regarding the growth estimates, while the consensus is north of 20 percent, I would be happy to see consistent growth of 15 percent for the next 3 years.

Opinion | In 2019, is India prepared to promote itself as an alternative to China?

Once the sensitive anniversaries in 2019 are over and if there’s a truce in US-China ties, expect Beijing to return to familiar tactics aimed at keeping India off balance.

Expect Nifty to scale 12,500-13,000 in 2019 even if there's a stable coalition govt at Centre: Kotak Securities

Sanjeev Zarbade of Kotak Securities expects the Nifty to be trade in 1,000 points range till the time of Central elections (i.e. between 10,500 & 11,500).

Planning a vacation in 2019? Here are 10 money tips to keep in mind

Traveling to your dream destination is always a joyous experience. From figuring out your flights and stays to deciding the perfect place to shop from, there are number of things to consider.