Analysts say long-term investors may still benefit, but recommend limiting bullion exposure to around 10 per cent.
Novice investors must understand that volatility is an inherent part of equity markets and learn to navigate through such phases.
Dalal Street had a roller coaster ride in 2024 from shattering record after record to facing heavy correction off-late but equity markets still rewarded investors with positive returns, driven by a surge in domestic fund flows and a resilient macro landscape. The first half of the year saw robust corporate earnings, a surge in domestic flows, and a resilient macro landscape, driving the Nifty to an all-time high of 26,277.35 in September 2024, according to Motilal Oswal Wealth Management.
Except for liquidity, which could act in favour or against the market in the short term, most market participants are bullish.