Devangshu Datta

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US election result won't affect Indian markets

US election result won't affect Indian markets

Rediff.com   9 Nov 2016

US election results may not reverse Indian markets' bearish trend, says Devangshu Datta

What rate cut means for India's financial markets

What rate cut means for India's financial markets

Rediff.com   5 Oct 2016

FPIs, which are holding large exposures in Indian debt, could also be expected to book some capital gains as yields slide down

Should RBI allow the rupee to fall?

Should RBI allow the rupee to fall?

Rediff.com   19 Sep 2016

A fall in the rupee could boost exports. But the flip side of the equation is that a weaker rupee could stoke some inflation

Better days are ahead for Indian investors

Better days are ahead for Indian investors

Rediff.com   12 Sep 2016

A good monsoon could rein in food inflation. Largely good corporate results mean better days are ahead. Nifty may reach record levels, points out Devangshu Datta.

How RJio's ambitious plans can play spoilsport

How RJio's ambitious plans can play spoilsport

Rediff.com   6 Sep 2016

RJio's aggressive plans will lead to significant impact on listed companies in this space

Many reasons why a rate cut may not be feasible

Many reasons why a rate cut may not be feasible

Rediff.com   31 Aug 2016

The public sector banks are not in a position to cut rates because of their weak balance sheets and massive portfolios of non-performing assets, says Devangshu Datta.

Why making money in the markets is becoming difficult

Why making money in the markets is becoming difficult

Rediff.com   29 Aug 2016

An index P/E of 23 implies that the market is already discounting EPS growth at 20% or more, says Devangshu Datta.

Two beaten-down sectors to pick winners from

Two beaten-down sectors to pick winners from

Rediff.com   26 Aug 2016

Cement shares have been outperformers on the stock market

Why it makes sense to stay away from equities for now

Why it makes sense to stay away from equities for now

Rediff.com   17 Aug 2016

It is only 'zero-cost' money from FPIs that is keeping the market afloat

RBI policy mildly positive, but here are three key issues to monitor

RBI policy mildly positive, but here are three key issues to monitor

Rediff.com   10 Aug 2016

The central bank's currency management will be critical over the next few months. A weaker rupee could help to revive exports. But, the currency must fall slowly and in controlled fashion, says Devangshu Datta.

Nifty could run up to 9,000, if GST is passed

Nifty could run up to 9,000, if GST is passed

Rediff.com   2 Aug 2016

A logjam on the GST front could turn things upside down and turmoil in Gujarat might also have an adverse impact

Markets shrug off Brexit impact but will it last?

Markets shrug off Brexit impact but will it last?

Rediff.com   19 Jul 2016

Traders are waiting for the earnings season to kick off.

How the blockchain can transform the financial world

How the blockchain can transform the financial world

Rediff.com   12 Jul 2016

The blockchain, the public ledger that tracks every bitcoin transaction, is changing commerce as we know it, says Devangshu Datta.

Volatility across equity, forex markets likely

Volatility across equity, forex markets likely

Rediff.com   14 Jun 2016

The latest macro-data from India is disquieting

Dangers of rise in crude oil prices

Dangers of rise in crude oil prices

Rediff.com   13 Jun 2016

The government has to take a call on reducing or retaining the excise rate.

Will the new Real Estate Act be a game changer?

Will the new Real Estate Act be a game changer?

Rediff.com   11 May 2016

The Act envisages that the states and Centre will formulate specific rules for real estate regulation.

Beware of political risk the India markets face!

Beware of political risk the India markets face!

Rediff.com   9 May 2016

It's easy to say investors should focus on fundamentals but this risk can have a significant and lasting impact

Is robust hiring in the offing?

Is robust hiring in the offing?

Rediff.com   26 Apr 2016

As of now, 12 million Indians join the workforce every year.

RBI is likely to cut rates on April 5

RBI is likely to cut rates on April 5

Rediff.com   4 Apr 2016

The policy statement by the RBI governor is also expected to be upbeat.

Good time to dabble in cement, steel and construction stocks

Good time to dabble in cement, steel and construction stocks

Rediff.com   24 Mar 2016

These three industries might offer a roller-coaster ride and stocks would have to be held for a significant time.