How Can Indian Residents Buy Foreign Stocks – Direct & ETF Route
I am sure you have thought about investing in Google, Apple, Microsoft, Wal-Mart etc. Despite the fact that these companies are not listed on Indian stock exchange(s), Indian investors can still invest in them either directly or as part of mutual funds/ Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs). How Much Can Indian Investors Buy Foreign Stocks? The Reserve […]
Larsen & Toubro (L&T) Stock Analysis
Price – Rs. 1,285 (After adjusting for June 2017 Bonus- 1764)** 16 December, 2015 VIEW – BUY Larsen & Toubro Limited (“L&T” or the “Company”) has business interests in sectors ranging from engineering, construction, manufacturing, information technology and financial services. It has a dominant presence in India’s infrastructure, power, hydrocarbon, machinery and railway-related projects. ► […]
Quick Heal IPO Analysis
Disclaimer: The article below should not be taken as a buy/subscribe view on the upcoming Quick Heal IPO. Particularly, in the absence of pricing / valuation, assessment of the issue will be in vain. The article below presents an overview of the upcoming IPO. I am bullish on stocks in the internet space. About the Company […]
D-Link India Stock Analysis
D-Link India is engaged in the marketing and distribution of networking products in India and SAARC region. The Company’s product offerings extend across all areas of network infrastructure including switches, security cameras, wireless routers, IP surveillance, and structured cabling. D-Link India is a subsidiary of D-Link Corporation (Parent), a Taiwanese company which (indirectly) holds 51.02% […]
Should You Invest in Nifty or Sensex Index Fund?
A few days back I received this Question – “Is it a good idea to invest in Nifty or Sensex Index Fund? What are the pros and cons?” ______________________________________ What is an Index Fund Index funds exactly replicate an equity index (Sensex or Nifty) by investing in the same stocks which constitute the underlying index. […]
How to Buy Online Mutual Fund Plans
From early 2016, investors will be able to buy mutual funds online via e-commerce websites (such as Flipkart, Snapdeal, Amazon etc). Securities & Exchange Board in India (SEBI) is considering introducing a third category of mutual funds called online mutual fund plans, which can be sold through e-commerce websites. This is likely to help both, […]
Mutual Funds Vs. Investing directly in stocks
Do you suggest buying mutual funds or investing directly in stocks? From my immediate family to everyone in the extended circle of my distant family friends, everyone has asked me this question at least once. While I have no stats on how many took my advice, my answer had one thing common in 100% of […]
How Do Oil Marketing Companies Make Money?
In India there are 3 big Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs): Indian Oil Corporation (IOCL), Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL), and Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL). Core Business: Marketing of oil. In addition to pure marketing, these companies also refine and market oil that they buy from upstream oil exploration and production companies including from […]
NESCO Stock Analysis
Price – Rs. 1,638.10 18 November, 2015 VIEW – BUY Diversified Business Operations Nesco Limited (“Nesco” or the“Company”) operates in four businesses: IT Park; Bombay Convention & Exhibition Centre (BCEC); The Industrial Capital Goods Division, Indabrator; Hospitality Division. IT Park – cater to companies engaged in software, BPO, call centers and other IT and ITes activities. […]
Loan against Securities – Interest Rate Comparison
For those who may be new to the concept of loan against securities, let me start by way of brief introduction and the advantages. Loan against securities (like shares, mutual funds, bonds or any other similar instrument) works like a standard term loan with the underlying security pledged to guarantee the loan. Advantages of Loan […]