Volatility

Markets

Stock markets brace for pre-budget jitters. History suggests the fear may be fleeting

Despite better data access and clearer communication from policymakers, budget-related volatility refuses to fade. What moves markets is less the fine print of announcements and more how expectations are built

4 min read7 Jan 2026
Money

The Maginot Line of investing: Why market timing rarely wins

Investors chase market timing to avoid crashes, but even perfect execution delivers limited gains. History shows discipline and asset allocation beat prediction and panic.

3 min read6 Jan 2026
Markets

How do SIPs convert market swings into long-term wealth creation?

SIPs allow an investor to accrue substantial savings over time, which, when compounded, can create wealth. Great returns result from a strong investment process, and SIPs provide the ideal platform for one.

6 min read11 Dec 2025
Markets

How to hedge: Practical tips to help investors cut risk and check volatility in uncertain markets

Hedging is a smart investment strategy that helps investors manage portfolio risk, reduce the impact of market volatility, and safeguard wealth through diversification, derivatives, and strategic asset allocation.

2 min read6 Nov 2025
Markets

Gold price volatility eases sharply: Does a fall signal bullion is entering its dreaded lull period?

As gold volatility decreases, analysts suggest viewing gold as a strategic hedge rather than a trading asset. Core holdings in physical gold or ETFs are recommended for stability, while limited tactical exposure through options may capture future breakouts amid a potential consolidation phase.

2 min read5 Nov 2025
Markets

Asia chipmaking stock selloff erases $500 billion in market cap as fears loom over valuations

The Asian semiconductor stocks selloff erases $500 billion in market capitalisation (M-Cap) as concerns over lofty valuations loomed over the stock market investors. Shares of suppliers to Nvidia Corp. took a hit on Wednesday.

2 min read5 Nov 2025
Newsletters

Vijay L Bhambwani's Ticker: All eyes on expiry

Retail leverage in silver exchange-traded funds has surged despite falling prices, creating volatility risks.

8 min read26 Oct 2025
Markets

Mint Explainer | Sebi’s new block deal rules—everything investors should know

Sebi’s new framework hikes the minimum qualifying amount for block deal, enforces stricter price bands, and mandates full disclosure to boost market transparency and protect genuine institutional trades.

4 min read9 Oct 2025
Markets

It may not feel like it, but markets are normal. That’s good news.

In what has been a tumultuous and unpredictable year, the third quarter qualifies as a period of normalcy.

2 min read3 Oct 2025
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Markets

Why do many Indians stay clear of stock markets? A Sebi survey has the answer

Despite the SCORES platform's high user satisfaction, a critical communication failure means most investors turn to the police for help. Sebi's report finds low awareness of grievance channels and ineffective outreach are pushing investors out of the market.

3 min read2 Oct 2025