Although Indian stock market valuations have dropped to their 5-year and 10-year historical averages, analysts still lack comfort in recommending investors to put money aggressively. However, nearly 50% of index stocks are below their 10-year averages, which can offer decent returns. UPL has the highest upside at 35%. Meanwhile, HDFC Bank, SBI, Axis Bank, and M&M have upwards of 20% upside potential each in the next 12 months.
Higher capital gains tax: Who benefits the most?
Excluding tax havens such as Hong Kong, Singapore and the UAE, India’s capital gains tax remains one of the lowest globally, especially as the amount