Introduction to QuantInsti Recently crore-plus packages offered by Jane Street Capital were in the news. What are these companies and why are they paying so much? Technology has been reshaping how traditional markets work and how investors and traders make money in the last few decades. From the dematerialization of securities to high-frequency algorithmic trading … Read more
Poker Introduction Before we review Pokerbaazi let’s understand the online poker market. A recent study by Mordor Intelligence revealed that the gaming market in India reached USD 2.2 billion in 2023 and is expected to grow by USD 8.6 billion by 2028. Among the gaming landscape in India, real-money online games account for around 83-84% of … Read more
Real Estate Debt Financing in India The real estate sector in India has been a significant contributor to the country’s economy for a long period. Whether it’s residential, commercial, or other infrastructure projects, real estate development is a capital-heavy business that requires substantial financial backing. For this reason, debt financing has emerged as an essential … Read more
Real estate investing is becoming increasingly popular in India. Amidst increasing volatility in stock markets and decreasing FD rates, retail investors are now looking for lucrative alternative investments to diversify their portfolios. However, unlike online stock brokers like Zerodha or Groww, real estate investment platforms are yet to evolve. As a result, it becomes challenging … Read more
In recent months & years, the awareness among Indian investors around the importance of diversifying investment portfolios has grown significantly. With the unpredictable nature of stock markets and the low returns from traditional savings accounts, investors are increasingly looking for alternative investment options. Bonds & debentures are becoming a popular asset class in India. Stable … Read more
Government Securities (G-Secs) are popular investment vehicles for their safety and steady returns. However, G-SEC STRIPS (Separate Trading of Registered Interest and Principal of Securities) offers a unique opportunity to maximize returns through tax efficiency by trading the principal and interest components separately as zero-coupon bonds. What Are G-SEC STRIPS? G-SEC STRIPS are essentially government … Read more
Indian Market had just crossed 25k without any resistance due to positive cues, but the global markets are now playing spoilsports. Stock markets in Europe, Asia, and New York tumbled due to growing fears of a US economic downturn and disappointing earnings from technology shares. Concerns about a potential US recession triggered a global … Read more
In recent years (typically after COVID-19), alternative investment opportunities have gained significant traction among retail investors in India. Traditional investment avenues like fixed deposits, savings accounts, mutual funds, and even equity are no longer the sole focus for many investors. The increasing awareness of the need for portfolio diversification and the search for higher returns … Read more
Agricultural land has always been one of the most lucrative alternative investment avenues. However, due to entry barriers in the form of high investment values and management costs, etc., it has traditionally been restricted to wealthy investors looking to save big on their tax liability. With technology seeping into every other domain of financial services, … Read more
The landscape of investment in India has significantly evolved over the past decade, with Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs) emerging as a notable segment. AIFs, as regulated by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), offer diverse investment opportunities beyond traditional instruments like stocks, bonds, and mutual funds. This blog delves into the evolution of … Read more
