The National Stock Exchange (NSE) has changed the methodology for calculating the Price to Book (PB) ratio of the Nifty index, leading to a decrease in its valuation measure. The PB ratio dropped by nearly 20% without the index falling, making Nifty’s valuations cheaper. The change involves factoring in the net worth of each index constituent at the consolidated level in the annual financials, as opposed to standalone earnings. The PB ratio compares market price per share to book value per share and helps investors determine whether a stock is overvalued or undervalued.
Tariffs could hurt business, growth and earnings: Peter Cardillo
The administration’s back-and-forth stance on tariffs is unsettling global markets, especially emerging ones. Tariffs could be inflationary, potentially harming business growth and future earnings. The
March 12, 2025