Stock Investment
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Company Shastra – Tata Steel Ltd.
The volatility in steel prices is well known. And this volatility leads to highly volatile margins of steel companies. However, Tata Steel has a distinctive edge in this respect. The captive sourcing of its raw material protects it from this volatility and…
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Standalone vs Consolidated Financial Statements: What Investors Must Know
Many of us diligently check the financial performance of a company we wish to invest in – an important step in selecting a stock. But wait! Are you sure you are getting the correct picture of the company’s financial performance? It is…
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Company Shastra – Biocon Ltd.
Many of you may be aware that we are initiating a new series of Company Shastra, which will cover safe stocks having favorable future growth opportunities. Our first pick for this series is Biocon- the leader in the biotech sector. Biocon is…
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Company Shastra – ONGC Ltd.
ONGC Ltd. is the only fully integrated Petroleum Company in India, operating along the entire hydrocarbon value chain. It holds largest share of hydrocarbon reserves in India, and contributes over 79% of India’s oil and gas production. The government has been planning…
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Company Shastra – ITC Ltd.
ITC Ltd. is the largest tobacco company in India with close to 80% market share (value) in cigarettes. The inelastic nature of demand for cigarettes coupled with government regulation has enabled ITC to become a virtual monopoly and given it a moat…
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How to Identify Fundamentally Strong Stocks Using the 10-Year X-Ray Framework
What is the first thing that comes to your mind when asked about a company’s financials? A big, fat, 100-page Annual Report with reams of data that gives you nightmares? Or a huge spreadsheet of numbers spanning across 1000 rows and columns?…
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What is a Dividend and Dividend Yield?
As the market continues its see-saw ride, the interest surrounding high dividend yielding stocks seem to be on the rise. Because it is at times like these that investors can still get decent returns, thanks to high dividend yield stocks. Are you…
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Why Do Stock Prices Fluctuate? Key Factors That Drive Share Prices
Kingfisher down 5% after Mumbai airport scraps credit line….. Infosys recoups losses; stock back above 2700 mark…We are all very used to reading such headlines; where any negative news dampens your spirits, a positive one leaves you elated. These fluctuations are part…
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Stocks Vs. FD – What’s the Better Bet?
The different investment options available to an investor are mind boggling! It is no wonder than that most of us are in a constant dilemma as to where to actually invest our money. In an attempt to reduce this confusion, Liane outlines…
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The Art of Picking Stocks: A Framework for Better Investment Decisions
Most of us know that investing in stocks is the only way to beat inflation!! But the dilemma that surrounds the common man is what stocks to invest in? Too much information is available and we often end not knowing whom to…
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The Art of Picking Stocks: Deepak Shenoy
discover deepak shenoy’s stock picking strategy, from analyzing eps growth to managing risk, for smarter and disciplined long-term investing.
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Stocks Vs. FD – What’s the Better Bet?
Compare stocks vs fixed deposits—returns, risks, inflation impact & tax benefits. learn why equities beat fds for long-term wealth creation in india.




