Padmaja Chunduru stressed on changing investor scenario in India, which has seen increased participation from retail investors, and subsequent emphasis on financial discipline.
Equity market remains the most preferred asset class for growth investing. In times of rising prices, the key is to invest in firms and sectors least impacted by inflation.
This midcap stock saw its shares surging from ₹100.8 on January 20, 2017, to ₹2,672 in intraday trade today, delivering 2,521% returns to its shareholders.
CY21 set a record of sorts with almost all asset classes delivering robust returns. The long-term case for investing remains strong for 2022 as well, concerns around valuation notwithstanding.
Having endured the pandemic, both personal and corporate balance sheets are leaner. Hence, the case for investing for the long-term remains stronger than ever.
ICICI Prudential's S. Naren warns that the biggest mistakes in investing happen when the market valuations have been elevated rather than when they are low.