The stock market is arguably the most graphic example possible of the world’s collective consciousness—a never-ending, seesaw battle between buyers and sellers, optimists and pessimists. In this article we try to outline how you can use these emotional swings to your advantage and pick out of favor stocks.
The rally in the equity markets has finally taken a breather. A bout of profit-booking was seen last week and it may be early to predict whether this is the start of the much-anticipated downturn in the equity markets. So, what should be your long term strategy to invest in such a scenario?
Time is money, is a one-liner that says it all when it comes to investing in stocks! Timing your investment is extremely crucial. But, does it really matter in the long run? What is the return that you can expect to make by investing in stocks over 1 year, 3 years, 5 years or 10 and more years?
Our Instincts play a big role in our investment decisions. Often, these instincts are based on our perceptions rather than on information available to us. Today, we have far greater access to information through print, television and internet media, yet our minds are trapped in age old investment myths.
Have you ever wondered, how does investing in stock market compares with real estate investment? Well they both have their merits and demerits and are suitable for different sections of people.
Ahead of festive season this year, the stock markets are buzzing again! The Sensex closed above the 17000 mark for the first time since May 21, 2008.
Undoubtedly, the first quarter of 2009 was disappointing for the Stock Markets in India and world over. However, the Stock Markets now look set for better times.
The price to earnings (P/E) multiple or ratio is probably the most popular indicator used by investors for valuing stocks. It is the ratio of a company’s stock price to its earnings per share.
The stock market can hold an air of mystery to the uninitiated. How the price of a share is derived, why do stock market swing so drastically, should one buy or sell, whats the real worth of one share versus another are all areas of concern to the potential investor. We will try to answer some of these questions with respect to the current Stock Market environment.
The stock market is pricing in some amount of uncertainty ahead of election results. Volatility of stock market was high investors and brokers are analyzing various political scenarios that may emerge from General Election-09.