Risks To Consider
Investing always carries risks, and understanding these risks is essential for making sound decisions. Here are some key risks to keep in mind as you navigate the market
- 1Unknown Sources of Risk
Risks often arise from unexpected sources. Managing these unknown risks is critical to protect your investments
- 2Avoid Falling for Narratives
Don’t get swayed by popular market narratives or hype. Focus on fundamentals rather than stories
- 3Foreign Institutional Investor (FII) Selling
Large-scale selling by foreign institutional investors can increase volatility in the market
- 4Indian Retail Investors Exiting the Market results and optimize your strategy
Due to low returns or losses, many retail investors may exit, affecting market dynamics
- 5Market Volatility (30-50% Declines)
The stock market can experience significant declines (30-50%) in short periods. Be prepared for volatility
- 6Melt-Up Phenomenon
Markets may sometimes experience rapid, unsustainable gains, or a 'melt-up,' which can be followed by a downturn
- 7Promoters Selling Their Holdings
When company promoters sell shares, it may indicate underlying issues or a shift in their confidence
- 8Management Exiting the Firm
If key management members leave, it may signal future uncertainty or problems within the company
- 9Falling Sales / PAT
Declining sales and profitability (PAT) can indicate weakening performance
- 10Slowing Growth
A slowdown in growth could mean the company is facing challenges or market saturation
- 11Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Issues
ESG concerns may impact company performance and investor confidence
- 12Supply Increase with Rising Prices
If prices increase drastically, more sellers may enter the market, affecting supply-demand dynamics
- 13Unexpected Sellers Entering the Market
People who typically don’t sell may start selling if prices rise significantly, impacting stock stability
- 14Current Market Scenario and Moderate Expectations
Given the current market scenario, it may be wise not to expect exceptionally high returns.