HEDGE DEFINATION
Planning to invest in gold and silver this Diwali? 7 experts decode the risks, outlook and allocation strategy
During the festive season of Diwali, many investors in India turn to gold and silver as traditional investment choices. With the backdrop of rising energy costs and inflation, the prices of these metals have seen fluctuations. Financial experts recommend that in the face of current market volatility, it might be wise for investors to reassess their strategies.
Stocks vs Gold: Which asset could create more wealth in the Samvat 2083?
Samco Securities believes Indian equities are attractively valued against gold, with the Sensex-to-Gold ratio near multi-decade lows. It recommends increasing equity exposure in Samvat 2083 while retaining gold as a hedge, diversifying across sectors and geographies, and considering US ETFs amid crude oil, currency and global market risks.
Diwali Muhurat Trading 2026: Samco Securities picks 12 stocks and ETFs for investors; BSE, Adani Power among top bets
Samco Securities has unveiled 12 investment picks for Samvat 2083, comprising 10 Indian stocks and two US-listed ETFs across diverse sectors. The recommendations include technical entry levels, stop-losses, target prices and investment horizons, while international ETFs offer exposure to energy and healthcare amid currency and crude oil risks.
ETMarkets Smart Talk| ₹15 lakh to invest in bonds? Here's how Jiraaf's Saurav Ghosh would spread it across maturities
In this edition of ETMarkets Smart Talk, Saurav Ghosh, Co-Founder of Jiraaf, shares his outlook on interest rates and bond yields and explains why a diversified approach across maturities could make sense in the current environment. He also illustrates how an investor with ₹15 lakh could consider spreading the allocation across two-, three- and five-year bonds rather than committing the entire amount at a single point in the interest-rate cycle.
Lenskart shares rally over 10% as strong Q2 triggers target price hikes. What are Jefferies and Morgan Stanley saying?
Lenskart shares surged over 10% after the company reported a 122.1% year-on-year rise in consolidated profit to Rs 227.08 crore for the September quarter. Strong Q2 results prompted brokerages Jefferies, Morgan Stanley and Motilal Oswal to raise their target prices, citing robust revenue growth, margin expansion opportunities, competitive advantages and the company's long-term growth prospects.
Silver prices jump over 4% to reclaim $51/oz as Democrats secure US midterm victory. What’s happening?
Silver prices surged over 4% to reclaim the $51/oz mark after Democrats secured a victory in the US midterm elections, weakening the dollar and Treasury yields. However, HSBC expects further gains to be limited as silver trades close to levels justified by fundamentals. Industrial and jewellery demand may weaken, while institutional buying and supply constraints could offer support.
Silver crashes below $60 from $122 and enters oversold zone. What should you do?
Silver’s sharp rally has reversed amid expectations of higher US interest rates, rising bond yields and a stronger dollar. HSBC expects limited upside as weaker demand, increasing supply and a narrowing market deficit reduce the chances of the metal returning to $100 soon.
Jefferies initiates coverage on NSE with ‘Buy’; here’s why it sees fresh growth potential
Jefferies has initiated coverage on NSE with a ‘Buy’ rating and a target price of Rs 2,085, indicating over 17% upside. The brokerage expects structural growth, market leadership, diversification and new businesses to drive a 15% revenue CAGR over FY27–29 and support margin expansion.
Silver prices are tarnished but not forgotten. Why HSBC thinks gains in white metal may be limited?
Silver prices have plunged nearly 60% from their January record high, but HSBC expects limited gains ahead. The bank sees prices consolidating and edging higher in 2027, supported by gold, while rising mine output, recycling supply, weaker industrial demand, a firm US dollar and elevated yields could cap rallies.
Warren Buffett on bearish markets: One habit decides whether you come out richer or poorer
He put the four worst collapses in his own share price into a table, with the dates and the drops. Nearly 60% once, around half three more times, all of it inside the best long-run record anybody has produced in public markets. He did not print it to confess. He printed it to make one argument, and it is the argument most investors hear only after the damage is done. Then he turns the same idea upside down.
Why are markets rising today? Sensex settles 400 pts higher, Nifty gains for 2nd day. 4 factors behind the surge
On Friday, benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty extended their gains for a second consecutive session. IT stocks, which rose significantly, contributed to the market rally alongside gains in auto, metal, and PSU banking stocks. Additionally, US bond yields fell, enhancing the appeal of Indian equities for foreign investors. Meanwhile, oil prices eased despite ongoing tensions, leading to expectations of reduced global freight rates.
Global Market: Asian investors pour money into hedge funds as bond markets falter
Asian investors are increasing allocations to hedge funds amid volatile bond markets, uneven equity performance and concerns about traditional portfolio strategies. Multi-strategy, macroeconomic and quantitative funds are gaining traction as investors seek diversification and more resilient returns across market cycles.
Rupee jumps 177 paise in 2 days against dollar after RBI's strong defence before Rs 97 goal post. What lies ahead?
The Indian rupee strengthened 177 paise against the US dollar in two days to 94.06 following aggressive RBI market interventions. Key steps include a special dollar window for oil firms and tighter forex derivative rules to defend the Rs 97 level, though macro risks and FII outflows remain.
Why did market rally today? Sensex surges 1,100 points, Nifty closes above 22,700. 5 key factors behind D-Street rebound
Stock Market Today: On Tuesday, Indian equity benchmarks, Sensex and Nifty, showcased a robust recovery after a lower opening. Driving this upward momentum, IT stocks saw notable gains, particularly HCL Tech, which soared more than 5% following its impressive Q2 results.
Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Tuesday
Indian benchmark indices reversed early gains on Monday, with the Sensex falling 548 points and the Nifty closing below 22,400 amid persistent FII selling, rising bond yields and geopolitical concerns. Investors will track key stocks, global cues, crude oil prices, inflation data and earnings expectations for Tuesday’s market direction.
Startups are betting on AI to predict the future
Numerous startups are innovating artificial intelligence solutions designed to amplify forecasting capabilities across multiple sectors. These AI tools aim to yield deeper insights into financial markets as well as fields like healthcare and public policy. The increasing dependence on AI by established prediction markets presents hurdles for traditional investors. By 2030, AI-driven forecasting models could dramatically transform decision-making processes through advanced questioning and probability assessment based on diverse outcomes.
Equity today, debt tomorrow: How Mirae Asset’s Life Cycle Fund 2056 plans your retirement
Mirae Asset Life Cycle Fund 2056 seeks to address gap through an automatic 30-year glide path that gradually shifts the portfolio from equity towards debt, arbitrage and gold. The fund moves through five stages, reducing net equity exposure from 70–90% in its early years to 10–25% as 2056 approaches, allowing investors to pursue long-term growth while progressively protecting their retirement corpus
Sebi’s CAS guidelines likely within a week, says chief Tuhin Kanta Pandey
Sebi chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey said the regulator expects to issue guidelines on the settlement-price mechanism for derivatives on expiry days within a week. The move follows a review of the Closing Auction Session. Sebi is also working on simpler regulations, easier market access, lower compliance costs and stronger technological resilience.
RBI tightens forex derivative rules: What changes for hedging, cancelled trades
The RBI has tightened rules for rupee-linked foreign exchange derivatives, restricting the rebooking of cancelled contracts and cutting the threshold for transactions without establishing underlying exposure to $5 million from $100 million. It has also mandated additional checks for hedging activities and introduced a 20% cash reserve requirement for certain transactions.
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