Markets
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Index Funds vs Active Funds: What the Long-Term Data Shows
Decades of SPIVA data show most active funds trail their index after fees. Why it happens and where active management can still help.

P/E Ratio Explained: The Price-to-Earnings Ratio for Investors
What the P/E tells you, trailing vs forward, what counts as high or low, and the limits every investor should know.

How to Invest in US Stocks from India: Rules, Costs and Taxes
LRS limits, TCS above ₹10 lakh, dividend withholding, Schedule FA and the hidden costs: a step-by-step guide for Indian investors.

Stock Market Today: S&P 500, Dow and Nasdaq Slide as Tech Sells Off
The Nasdaq ended October down 5.3% as AI spending fears, rate-hike bets and election nerves hit tech. The Dow held up.

US Earnings Season: Big Tech Spending Fears Hit Alphabet and Amazon
Cloud revenue is booming, but AI capital spending is eating free cash flow. Why investors punished strong growth this quarter.

Magnificent Seven Stocks: Are Big Tech Leaders Losing Their Grip?
Seven companies make up about a third of the S&P 500. Heavy AI spending and rising rates are testing their leadership.

FTSE 100 Today: Why London Stocks Held Up as Wall Street Fell
London's value-heavy blue chips closed near 10,730 as US tech slumped. AstraZeneca and BT rose; NatWest fell.

FTSE 250 vs FTSE 100: Where UK Investors Are Finding Value Now
The global FTSE 100 and the domestic FTSE 250 behave very differently. Why mid-caps look cheap, and the rate risk ahead.

China Stock Market: Shanghai Hits 52-Week Low as Tech Selloff Deepens
The Shanghai Composite closed at 3,599 on October 30, its lowest since August 2025, as Hong Kong rose. What's driving it.

Hang Seng Index: What Is Moving Hong Kong Stocks Right Now
Hong Kong rose 1.46% as Shanghai fell. Stimulus hopes, trade relief, tech sentiment and US rates are pulling it both ways.

Sensex Today: Sensex and Nifty Gain as IT and Pharma Lead the Week
The Sensex closed at 74,459 and the Nifty at 23,053 on October 30, as large caps rose and smallcaps fell.

FII DII Data: Who Is Buying and Selling Indian Stocks in 2026
Foreigners sold about ₹4.56 lakh crore this year while domestic institutions bought ₹7 lakh crore. Why the split matters.

Upcoming IPO India: November Pipeline and How to Evaluate Issues
Few mainboard issues have dates, but approved companies could launch fast. A seven-step checklist before you apply.

How to Read an Earnings Report in 10 Minutes: A Simple Guide
Revenue, EPS, margins, cash flow and guidance: a ten-minute routine for understanding any company's quarterly results.

Dividend Investing Explained: A Beginner's Step-by-Step Guide
Yields, payout ratios, ex-dividend dates and reinvesting: a step-by-step start, plus the yield trap that catches many new investors.

What Moves Stock Prices? Earnings, Rates and Sentiment Explained
In the short run, news and emotion rule. Over years, earnings do. Here are the six forces behind every price move.

ETF vs Mutual Fund: Which Is Better for Long-Term Investors?
ETFs are usually cheaper and more tax-efficient, but mutual funds still have real advantages. Here is how to choose.

How to Start Investing in Stocks: A Beginner's Guide for 2026
Build a safety net, pick a regulated broker, favor low-cost funds and invest automatically. Here is the step-by-step path for beginners.