'The first half of 2019 could be volatile.' 'In the second half, volatility inducing events should be largely behind us.'
Spread between earnings yield and bold yield lowest since 2013; dividend yield and bond yield lowest since 2008.
So far in 2019, India has been one of the highest recipients of foreign flows among Asian and Emerging Market (EM) economies
Among PSBs, the top gainers have been Union Bank of India and Corporation Bank, whose shares have rallied more than 15% each. Indian Bank and Bank of Baroda, too, registered double-digit rise
Analysts say the sell-off in risky assets will be temporary and could be a buying opportunity for long-term investors.
Strong MF investments, stemming of FII outflows and positive earnings in Q3 have helped market, say analysts.
Continued outflows amid moderation of domestic investments are a concern
Higher dividend taxes, falling valuations make alternative shareholder payment attractive.
The BSE MidCap and SmallCap indices during this period have outperformed the blue-chip indices.
The year 2014 has been one of the best for investors in the equity markets.