Technical Analysis and Chart Reading: First of all, what is technical analysis? It is promoted as a complicated study that requires rigorous preparation and hours of going through charts. People are selling their courses for thousands of rupees. Some claim a 90% success rate in their technical analysis strategies. As always, I ask politely, Sirji, […]
Psychology of retail investors in stock market
The psychology of retail investors in stock markets is a complicated subject that involves understanding the thoughts, emotions, and choices of individuals who participate in the stock market and other cognitive factors that influence their behavior and decisions. Here are some key aspects to consider: 1. Herd Mentality: Retail investors often display a herd mentality, […]
Is it the right time to invest in Indian IT Giants?
What happened to the legendary IT companies of India? The stock prices do not look like going up any time soon. Nifty IT has been down from the highs of 39000 in January 2022 to 28800 levels now. In terms of percentage, this falls equals 26%. The index has been teetering in between 26500 and […]
What is an Inverted Yield Curve and its implications?
The inverted yield curve has long been one of the most reliable predictors of economic downturns, concerning investors and economists. It is a situation where the yield on a short-term debt instrument, such as a Treasury bill, is higher than that of a long-term debt instrument, such as a Treasury bond. Usually, under normal circumstances, […]