Donald Trump's Presidency of the United States will open new opportunities for India though certain sectors, especially pharma and IT, may face the heat if the incoming president decides to impose restrictions on imports and H1B visa regulations, experts said on Wednesday. Prime Minister Narendra Modi's friendly relationship with Trump will have a positive bearing on Indo-US relations but India may have to adapt its strategies to maintain cooperation in areas of mutual interest.
The Securities and Exchange Board of India's (Sebi's) proposal to re-introduce "hard underwriting" is seen as step to boost India's moribund initial public offering (IPO) markets. The regulator has proposed that in case an IPO fails to garner full subscription, the investment banker or a third-party can buy the unsubscribed shares. This practice was common during fixed-price issues prior to 1999. However, under the new book building regime, underwriting is allowed only to the extent of shortfall due to technical rejection of bids - this is referred to as "soft underwriting" and is rarely invoked.
'The minimum holding period for equities should be three years.' 'Try goal-based investing.' 'Link your equity portfolios to specific goals such as retirement, purchase of a house or car...'
Buying or selling securities based on rumours about expected changes in tax rates or sectoral sops can backfire, advises Sarbajeet K Sen.
'Largely, new demat accounts are now being opened by the younger crowd, particularly GenZ.' 'This is great news since younger investors start their journey with very little capital, so they are risking less.'
Do you have parents who have turned 60? You may want to forward Sarbajeet K Sen's suggestions to them.
When looking for alternatives, consider several parameters -- your investment horizon and liquidity requirement, post-tax returns, and risk.
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Highest-ever mobilisation in first half of any fiscal year; bankers expect the trend to continue, given strong pipeline
During 2008-09, LIC invested Rs 40,300 crore (Rs 403 billion) in the equity market.
Experts see company-specific transactions rather than sector-specific ones in the private equity dealings. More transactions & buyouts will result in PE firms acquiring controlling stakes in firms in 08. The PE activity will be tougher this year as it will be company-driven rather than sector-driven investing. Real estate will continue to be a focus sector followed by infrastructure. Analysts say that PE players bring a lot of value to a firm that is planning to go public.
Spread investments in equities, bonds, gold and cash to tackle volatility advise Nitin Singh, MD and head, and Vinay Joseph, director, investment strategy, Standard Chartered Wealth Management, India.
Are you planning to buy a flat in the near future? If yes, then should you wait for another 6-9 months given the global meltdown in financial markets?
Slump in realty market to add to woes, debt of top players likely to rise 15-20% this financial year
As part of its expansion drive in the high-potential Indian financial services market, Barclays Bank plans to pick up a 10 per cent stake in asset reconstruction company, ARCIL, from domestic banking major ICICI Bank.\n\n
Looking for a way out, property developers deal in banned notes.
Equity markets offer hugely better returns but since the risks are also real, a 'life-cycle' investment strategy offers a happy solution.\n\n
Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) on Friday got its first female managing director and another new MD.
Draft prospectus to be filed next week; second trust, with Panchshil, in a few months
While the number of international MF schemes is increasing, so is the confusion for investors.
Go for open-ended scheme that allows redemption, in case the fund does not perform
Aggressive acquisitions & deep pockets fuel real estate competition; experts suggest future partnership
You can look at equity-oriented balanced funds.
Given that some reputed builders are also present in this segment and the cheap rates, does affordable housing make a good investment option?
They help diversify portfolio and are less risky.
India imported 769 tonnes of gold in 2014, down from 825 tonnes in 2013.
About 55 per cent of the public offers that hit the market since 2008 are still trading below their issue price.
New law could pose challenges of cost escalation, increased paperwork, fear developers.
Malayalam star Prithviraj talks about the changing times in Malayalam cinema.
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Nikita Puri and Dhruv Munjal explain why new-age businessmen are turning to exclusive, uber-rich clubs.
In the domestic market, the Tata Group has lost ground in the passenger car business.
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