Practicing long-term investing in stocks can be challenging. This is especially true for retail investors who often look to experts for guidance. I have observed a recurring trend in the recommendations made by the appearing guests of mutual fund houses on various TV news channels. They frequently suggest stocks that have already been performing well…
Dividends are a golden stream of passive income. Hence dividends represent itself as a rewarding aspect of stock ownership. Dividends are the portion of a company’s profits distributed to its shareholders. It is the measure of a tangible return on investment. Dividends are financial rewards, distributed regularly by mature and profitable companies. In this way,…
Choosing from a list of the best FMCG stocks for the long term depends on various factors like financial health, market trends, and company strategies. Historically, giants like Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL) and ITC have shown resilience and consistent growth. HUL has a strong portfolio of brands, while ITC diversifies into various sectors, providing a…
Share buybacks have emerged as a powerful tool for Indian companies to optimize their balance sheet and improve shareholder value. In this article, we explore the ins and outs of share buybacks and their impact on the financial health of Indian companies. Investors can potentially benefit from participating in a share buyback. When a company…
The EV/EBITDA ratio is a financial metric that is commonly used to judge the valuation of a company. It is often used as an alternative to the (P/E) ratio. The EV/EBITDA ratio is considered to be a more comprehensive valuation metric. In this article, we’ll learn more about this ratio. EV/EBITDA Calculator Use this calculator…
A clever stock investor will not rely solely on the stock market for investment needs. Do you know how? Look no further! This article covers the top alternatives to direct stock investing, complete with the pros and cons for each option. From gold to real estate to cryptocurrencies, discover new ways to diversify your portfolio…
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I generally write about fundamental analysis of the business. I got this feedback that such articles are less helpful for the novice. They would prefer a more basic write-up that covers stock investment for beginners. So, I thought to give it a try in my writing style. Stocks trade in the stock market. So allow…
It will not be wrong to say that Philip Fisher was one of the first influencers who promoted the concept of fundamental analysis of companies. He also wrote a book called Common Stocks and Uncommon Profits way back in 1957. But the book is as relevant today as it was ground-breaking during its first publication. The focus…
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Knowledge about how to build a stock portfolio is perhaps as essential as the stock analysis itself. Though the former looks more daunting to me. There are processes and financial models (like DCF) in place, using which one can analyze a business. But when it comes to stock portfolio building, there is no established process. A portfolio that might look apt…
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Let’s compare Indian Banks to know which are the best banks and which are avoidable. A Screener for Top 20 Banks. Since 15th-Feb’21 nifty bank has corrected from 37,300 levels to 33,100 levels as of today (10-May’21). This is a correction of almost 11%. [For a broader perspective, check out our guide on Top Stocks…
Generally, when we analyze stocks, it is based on quantitative data. But everything about a company is not quantifiable. Judging the quality of Management based on the numbers alone is not possible. Hence, before digging into the numbers, starting stock research by just observing a company is considered good. What to watch in a company? We can look at the group of people who…
A business that operates in an industry (sector) having fierce competition cannot display a competitive advantage. But a company dwelling as a monopoly (like Microsoft) will have an exceptional advantage. So, a sector with too many competitors in it is not good for its companies. As a customer, we would like to buy products of…
