Zomato's market cap nears 3 lakh crore rupees, exceeding companies like Tata Motors. This surge is driven by growth prospects. Swiggy, trading at a 30-35% discount, presents a compelling investment opportunity. Both companies are expected to grow. Zomato's inclusion in Nifty adds to its appeal. Jani recommends short-term tactical plays on both platforms.

So, my sense, largecap names, obviously DLF remains the top bet followed by obviously Oberoi in that space because they have very good in terms of the luxury markets

Seven equity mutual funds gained over 50% in 2024. Mirae Asset's FANG+ and S&P 500 Top 50 ETFs topped the list. Motilal Oswal funds also performed well across categories. HDFC Defence Fund saw strong gains. International funds experienced some losses. Most equity funds delivered positive returns in 2024.

Conservative hybrid mutual funds are the entry to the world of hybrid funds. These schemes invest mostly in debt and a small percent in equity. As per the Sebi norms, conservative hybrid schemes must invest 75-90% in debt instruments and 10-25% in stocks. These schemes are ideal for investors looking to invest a small part of their corpus in equity to earn some extra returns.

The top nine focused mutual funds have delivered over 25% returns in 2024, with 27 funds active in this category. Invesco India Focused Fund led with a 46.05% return, followed by Bandhan Focused Equity Fund (31.93%) and ICICI Pru Focused Equity Fund (29.36%). ITI Focused Equity Fund, Canara Robeco, and Edelweiss Focused Fund also delivered strong returns, exceeding 25%.

William J. O'Neil, the founder of MarketSmith, revolutionized stock market investing by integrating both fundamental and technical analysis, emphasizing historical trends. His approach focuses on seven key traits common among stock market winners. MarketSmith uses this methodology to identify companies with strong earnings growth and price momentum close to their 52-week highs—an ideal setup in early bull markets. Below are 10 Indian stocks that meet O'Neil's investment principles, as highlighted by MarketSmith:

Several global and domestic brokerage firms have initiated coverage on various stocks, expressing bullish sentiment on companies such as Swiggy, Oberoi Realty, Hyundai Motor, Mphasis, and PN Gadgil Jewellers with a potential upside of up to 33%. Here’s a list of six stocks on which brokerages have initiated coverage:

High-net-worth individuals (HNIs) saw impressive returns of up to 8.5% in November through PMS schemes, outperforming the flattish market. Valcreate's IME Digital Disruption Fund led the gains, while some star fund managers experienced mixed results. Market rebounded from November lows on hopes of government spending boosting the economy and earnings slowdown bottoming out.

Market regulator Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) on Tuesday notified a new asset class between portfolio management services (PMS) and mutual funds and referred to it as 'Specialized Investment Fund' (SIF). The regulator had in July proposed this new asset class for investors with higher risk taking capabilities. Here are top 7 things to know:

PSU stocks, including RVNL, Cochin Shipyard, and Mazagon Dock, saw substantial growth in 2024, outperforming benchmark indices. Driven by low valuations, revenue visibility, and improved performance, some became multibaggers. However, Q1FY25 earnings disappointments led to a recent downturn. Analysts predict market volatility in 2025 but remain optimistic about PSU sectors tied to government spending.