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The downturn in Indian equities is driven by global liquidity tightening and foreign institutional investor selling, exacerbated by high valuations and concerns over US economic policies. The market remains volatile, particularly in small-cap segments, posing challenges for investors.

How AIF's turn risk into opportunity

If interest rates fall, bond component of such funds will benefit.

WhitespaceAlpha's Puneet Sharma discusses the evolving dynamics of Indian Markets

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Market observers remain divided on whether previous years' gains can be replicated as the domestic markets have slipped into correction territory, with Nifty dropping nearly 10% from September peak.

Experts express concerns that new SEBI rules may favour institutional investors over retail traders, potentially reducing market liquidity and increasing volatility.

There’s also a noticeable shift toward exploring the less-trodden path of Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs). Many clients are intrigued by the idea of strategies that don’t depend on the market’s mood swings

A series of measures introduced by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) to strengthen the index derivatives framework will go live on November 21, 2024. This move is aimed to protect small investors and enhance market stability.

By examining option chain data and employing techniques such as straddles and iron condors, investors can capitalize on opportunities in both volatile and stable market environments.

Puneet Sharma weighs in on the consumption slowdown and its implications for Q3 earnings.

Whitespace Alpha's Puneet Sharma expects steady recovery in earnings rather than a rapid rebound, after weak Q2 numbers

Sebi has introduced six measures to regulate the derivatives market and curb speculative trading. These include upfront collection of options premiums, intraday monitoring of position limits, and increasing contract sizes. These steps aim to protect retail investors, reduce market volatility, and stabilize trading dynamics between November 2024 and April 2025.

Alternative investment funds (AIFs) have been gaining traction in the country with the increase in the number of ultra high networth individuals (UHNIs). Data available with the market regulator Sebi shows that total investments in AIFs stood at Rs 4.32 lakh crore in the June quarter, up 39% year-on-year.

AIF's in investor portfolios: Long-term Fit?

With softening demand across key sectors, the RBI might opt for a pre-emptive rate cut before 2025 to reinvigorate consumption and support economic momentum

The market capitalisation of the top-10 Nifty companies in the overall index m-cap has plummeted to an all-time low of 20 per cent as of August-end

The strategy focuses on generating alpha during both rising and falling markets through sophisticated derivative and hedging strategies, ensuring stability and protection against market downturns.

uneet Sharma, CEO of Whitespace Alpha, suggests that while a 10% correction in Nifty 50 is not highly likely, it is possible due to global economic factors or geopolitical events. He advises investing in sectors like banking, IT, and healthcare during market corrections.

The proposals in Union budget 2024 have major implications for many sectors, from auto and banking to infra and defense. It is probably time for investors to review their financial strategy but some principles remain same