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🎦 2023: The Year of Epic Comebacks

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In early 2023, Indian stock markets faced a significant decline, hitting a 52-week low. However, there has been a remarkable plotwist, which propelled India into the top 10 best-performing global markets. Fast forward to the end of the year, and Nifty has surged by an impressive ~1,500 points in December. If this isn’t a comeback story, we’re not sure what is!

This indicates that Indian markets are also keeping pace with the so called Santa Claus Rally in the West. In 2023, the world couldn’t help but marvel at India’s economic prowess. Yet, that’s not the only exciting trend; there’s more to uncover from the events that shaped this year.

In early 2023, Indian stock markets faced a significant decline, hitting a 52-week low. Fast forward to the end of the year, and Nifty has surged by an impressive ~1,500 points in December.

The Bullish Resilience
While global markets experienced turbulence, NIFTY 50 and Sensex defied the odds. The unprecedented upward trajectories were driven by a trifecta of factors – robust economic growth, an influx of Foreign Portfolio Investment (FPI), and growth in corporate earnings. Despite the hurdles of inflation, rising interest rates, US banking crisis, and global geopolitical tensions, Indian economy has shown resilience. This robustness is reflected in increasing corporate profits, particularly in the technology sector. India boasted the highest growth rate among major economies, estimated at 7%, propelled by strong domestic demand and government initiatives.

Mid and Small Caps Make a Mark
Interestingly, mid and small-cap stocks emerged as the new heroes of 2023, outshining the large cap indices. With returns surpassing 40% and 50%, these smaller players garnered increased attention, signaling a shift in investor confidence towards their growth potential. The rise of the underdogs became a testament to the dynamism inherent in India’s investment landscape. However, this impressive run in the mid and small-cap space comes with a warning as many companies are now believed to be trading at a high valuations.

Reviving Real Estate
After a period of slowdown, the Indian real estate market experienced a compelling revival in 2023. The renewed demand for residential and commercial spaces, fueled by falling interest rates and government initiatives, breathed new life into the sector. As per Mint, real estate stocks rallied to their highest level since 2008, outpacing all other sector indexes managed by the BSE Ltd.

Looking Ahead
As we enter 2024 with high optimism, caution is advised, especially in small and midcap space. Investors can expect 2024 to be a bit volatile due to general elections in India and the US. Despite this, the overall trend favours India, with experts anticipating sustained growth. The forecast is fuelled by expectations of robust corporate earnings growth, solidifying India’s position as a stable force in the global economy.

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Abel Mathew

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