In recent years, trading in the stock market has gained immense popularity among Indian investors- especially young investors. There are multiple factors that contribute to this popularity. With increasing financial literacy, the rise of mobile apps in this field, and easy access to online brokerage services, more & more individuals are indulging in stock trading. … Read more
A recent alleged ponzi scheme, Falcon invoice discounting duped investors more than ₹850 crore. The scheme allegedly collected ₹1,700 crore from around 6000+ investors, repaid around 50% of the capital & left the remaining unpaid. The scheme followed a classic ponzi model, using new investments to pay earlier investors. The Internet has opened up a … Read more
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
The current market scenario has gradually shifted from euphoria in September 2024 to fear in February 2025! It’s natural to feel uneasy about the recent market correction. However, periodic declines of 10-20% or more have always been a normal part of equity markets. These fluctuations have persisted for decades, and long-term wealth is built by … 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
