Understanding SME IPOs

SME IPOs are offerings where small and medium-sized enterprises raise capital by issuing shares to the public. These IPOs are often subject to different regulatory requirements compared to larger companies, such as lower minimum public shareholding and simpler compliance norms. They provide investors with opportunities to invest in emerging businesses with high growth potential. 2. … Read more

25 Common Candlestick Patterns

HDFC Bank stock chart with RSI indicator.

25 Major Candlestick Patterns # Name of Candle Diagram Where It Appears What to Expect Next Other Conditions to Check 1 Doji — | | — Indecision in trend Possible reversal or continuation Confirm with volume and surrounding candles 2 Hammer | — | | Bottom of a downtrend Bullish reversal Followed by bullish candles; … Read more

What exactly is a Cryptocurrency?

A cryptocurrency is a type of digital or virtual currency that uses cryptography to secure transactions. Unlike traditional currencies issued by governments (like INR, USD, or EUR), cryptocurrencies are typically decentralized and operate on a technology called blockchain. Here’s a breakdown of key aspects of cryptocurrencies: Key Features of Cryptocurrency Examples of Cryptocurrencies How Cryptocurrencies … Read more

What is CAPEX?

Capex, short for Capital Expenditure, refers to the funds that a company spends to acquire, upgrade, or maintain physical assets such as property, buildings, technology, equipment, or industrial plants. It represents a company’s investment in long-term assets that will help generate revenue over time. Key Aspects of Capex: How Capex Impacts Financial Statements: Why Capex … Read more

Explanation of Earnings Per Share

Earnings Per Share (EPS) is a key financial metric that indicates the profitability of a company on a per-share basis. It represents the portion of a company’s profit that is allocated to each outstanding share of common stock. EPS is widely used by investors to assess a company’s financial health and performance. EPS Formula: EPS … Read more

Understanding the Stock P/E Ratio

The Price-to-Earnings (P/E) ratio is a financial metric used to evaluate whether a stock is overvalued or undervalued by comparing the current market price of a stock to its earnings per share (EPS). The P/E ratio is calculated as: P/E Ratio = Current Market Price per Share​ / Earnings per Share (EPS) Interpreting the P/E Ratio Example Table of Fictitious Companies Here’s an … Read more

Understanding Share Structure: Public Float, Treasury, and Total Outstanding Shares

The total shares in a company, which includes all publicly traded shares and those held by insiders or in treasury, typically remain constant unless corporate actions alter them. 1. Public Float 2. Restricted Shares 3. Treasury Shares Note: The total outstanding shares are fixed in the absence of corporate actions such as stock buybacks, new … Read more