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Investment Strategy: Indian Stocks

How to be a successful investor in stock market

By Arun RamasamyPublished about a year ago Updated about a year ago 3 min read
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Investment Strategy: Stocks

The best investment strategy for Indian stocks would depend on an individual's financial goals, risk tolerance, and time horizon.

However, some general strategies that have proven to be successful in the Indian stock market include:

Diversification: Investing in a variety of sectors and companies can help spread risk and increase the chances of earning returns.

Long-term investment: Investing in Indian stocks for the long-term, rather than trying to time the market, can help reduce volatility and increase returns.

Fundamental analysis: Researching the financial health and growth prospects of a company before investing can help identify undervalued stocks with strong potential for growth.

Active management: Regularly monitoring and adjusting a portfolio can help take advantage of market opportunities and minimize risk.

Index Stocks: Invest in stocks listed in Index such as Nifty/Sensex, if you not sure about which stocks to invest to start with.

Index Funds: Invest in mutual funds preferably index mutual funds which in turn manages the portfolio of the index listed stocks , if you don't have the capability to take risk.

Debt Free: The companies which are free from debt have a low chance of risk and good management. Invest in debt free stocks to avoid high risk.

Qualities of an Investor

These are few guidelines which every new investor should adhere to while starting to invest in Share Market.

1.) Start small: Don't invest more than 25% of you income in Stocks, especially when you are not aware about market dynamics.

2.) Don't rob Peter to pay Paul: Invest only with money in hand and never take debt to invest in stocks. Since there are high chances loosing money, never take debt.

3.) Learn & Invest : Never invest in business which you don't understand. If you are not very clear about the business run by the company, don't take risk of investing your hard earned money in to it.

4.) Principal first Profit Next: In the intent to make profits don't loose the principal.

5.) Don't fall prey to the analysts propaganda for stocks. Do your own research before you invest.

6.) Follow your instinct: If you are not very clear about stock markets please stay away from it.

7.) Never try to Time the market: It is very difficult to predict the market conditions & movements, hence don't try to time the market and invest your money.

8.) SIP: Follow the Systematic Invest Plan strategy to invest your money in stocks periodically instead of timing the market.

9.) Don't put all your money in a single stock. Don't put all the eggs in a single basket.

10.) Understand that investing in stocks doesn't guarantee any returns. Keep this in mind before investing.

11.) There are lot of shell companies in Market which doesn't exist in reality. Hence be careful in choosing your stocks.

12.) Have a long-term perspective: Don't try to make a quick profit. Investing in stocks is a long-term game,

so be prepared to hold on to your investments for the long-term.

13.) Keep an eye on the market: Stay informed about market conditions and be ready to adjust your investments as necessary.

14.) Not for Week Hearted: If you not handle loss, never invest in stocks at all.

15.) Avoid Margin Investing: Invest with only the money you have. Never go for margin investing.

16.) No Options Trading: Options trading carries a significant risk of loss, especially for inexperienced traders.

The leverage inherent in options trading can result in large losses if the market moves against a trader's position.

It is also important to keep in mind that past performance is not indicative of future results, and it is essential to consult with a financial advisor before making any investment decisions.

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About the Creator

Arun Ramasamy

Nature Lover, Just go with the flow, techno freek.

Do what you can.. don't when you cannot.

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