The WeekendInvesting Newsletter - 18 December 2023

In the world of finance, few things capture our attention quite like the soaring numbers of market indices. One such index is the Sensex, which is the benchmark index of the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) in India.

Over the years, the Sensex has witnessed remarkable milestones, including hitting the 10,000, 20,000, 30,000, and most recently, the historic 70,000 mark. In this infographic by ETIG Database, we delve into the journey of Sensex and explore the factors that have fueled its growth.

Examining the time it took for Sensex to reach various milestones, we find that the number of days varied. For instance, the first 10,000 points were achieved over . .. .

Reading Time : 3 Minutes

In the world of investing, Asset Under Management (AUM) is a critical metric that measures the total market value of assets that a fund or asset management company (AMC) manages on behalf of its investors.

AUM growth is a positive sign for any fund or AMC, as it indicates increased trust and capital inflow from investors. However, there are several implications and challenges associated with the expansion of AUM, which can affect the performance and strategies of these entities.The performance of the US stock market has always been closely watched by investors worldwide.

The number of stocks held by these funds varies, ranging from around 50 to 90 on average. Some funds . . . .

Reading Time : 4 Minutes

WeekendInvesting Daily Bytes

Today, despite some profit taking on larger cap names, the market continues to rally, closing at 21,418, there is nothing significant to talk about, it is important to analyse the market trends and understand the factors driving the recent movements.

The volume of trading on this day shrank dramatically compared to the previous day, which witnessed substantial FII buying of 9000 crore. This lesser enthusiasm can be attributed to a consolidation phase in the market.

Stocks & Sectors of the day are . . . .

Reading Time : 4 Minutes