CNBC-TV18 Interview: Anoop on how large IPOs have not been lucrative for investors in India

50% of IPOs have beaten benchmark returns but Larger IPOs have disappointed w.r.t. long term returns' says Anoop Vijaykumar, Investments & Head of Research, Capitalmind Financial Services. Tells Sonal Bhutra & Reema Tendulkar that large IPOs come out when index is doing good for 1-2 years so growth moderation, post listing, for these large IPOs, see significant price correction

Nifty Sector Indices: Which sectors performed the best?

Which sectors in India have given the best returns? This page has comprehensive performance comparison of the sector indices in India.

Understanding NSE Strategy Indices and the Basics of Factor Investing

The NSE site describes Strategy Indices as "designed based on quantitative models/investment strategies to provide a single value for the aggregate performance of a number of companies." This style of identifying companies is known as factor investing, which includes target factors like momentum, quality, value, low volatility, and more. Capitalmind PMS, with the longest-running and best-performing real-world track record in factor strategies in India, offers an in-depth understanding of this approach. In this post, we provide an easy-to-understand explanation of Factor Investing and examine the performance of various Nifty Strategy Indices since their inception.

[Podcast] A Structured Approach to Cash Calls

Business Standard: Deepak Shenoy Believes Largecaps to be Reasonably Valued

Deepak Shenoy, CEO and Founder of Capitalmind, highlights the importance of entering equity markets with a long-term investment perspective, especially in the face of short-term fluctuations driven by high valuations. In a recent interview, Shenoy pointed to domestic-focused sectors such as manufacturing, defence, railways, infrastructure, and domestic consumption as key areas poised for sustained growth. Investors, Shenoy advises, should focus on the long-term potential of these sectors to generate wealth over time, even as markets experience volatility.

Business Today: Why Deepak Thinks the Bajaj Housing Finance IPO Response Is Scary

Deepak Shenoy, Founder and CEO of Capitalmind, views the overwhelming response to Bajaj Housing Finance's IPO as a concerning trend, calling it “way more scary than a little two-showroom SME getting Rs 4,000 crore bids.” With bids exceeding Rs 3.2 lakh crore, Shenoy warns that locking up such a large amount of capital could pose liquidity risks if the market declines shortly after the IPO. He emphasizes the heightened risk compared to smaller IPOs, where massive bids don’t lock up as much market liquidity.

Livemint: Deepak's comments on Long Term returns of Equity and Gold

Capitalmind CEO Deepak Shenoy's analysis revealed gold's 4.8 per cent real return amid volatility, contrasted with the Public Provident Fund's stable 2.5 per cent. He outlined distinct investment strategies: equities for bold investors, gold for the cautious, and PPF for steady returns.

Economic Times: What's next for HUL and PFC stock?

Deepak Shenoy, Founder of Capitalmind, shared his thoughts on the potential demerger of HUL, emphasizing that such a move could unlock value but may not result in immediate cash inflows. He also weighed in on PFC’s stock performance, attributing the recent volatility to profit booking and highlighting PFC’s crucial role in funding India's transition to renewable energy. Shenoy remains optimistic about PFC’s fundamentals, noting its importance in the shift away from fossil fuels over the next decade. However, he advises patience as the company continues to evolve in a volatile market environment.

Nifty 100 vs Nifty Midcap 150: Which index should you pick for the long term?

Nifty 100 vs Nifty Midcap 150: Which index is the better long-term investment? Our analysis reveals that while the Nifty Midcap 150 has outperformed the Nifty 100 in recent years, particularly in the last five, historical data shows a more nuanced picture. The Midcap index tends to excel during bull runs but underperforms during market corrections. With higher returns and similar volatility over a 20-year period, the Midcap 150 seems attractive. However, investors should consider both indices as part of a diversified portfolio strategy, understanding that Midcap outperformance is largely driven by recent trends. We explore key metrics, rolling returns, and the growing popularity of index funds tracking these indices to help you make an informed decision.

NDTV Profit: Capitalmind's Mutual Fund Foray To Have Quant At Core

Capitalmind Financial Services Founder Deepak Shenoy, following SEBI’s approval to launch a mutual fund, emphasized the importance of technology for enhancing transparency and customer service in the competitive mutual fund space. "We’re able to serve a much larger section of society than a PMS," Shenoy said, adding that the new fund will focus on tax-efficient debt and hybrid investments, with quant forming a core part of its philosophy. Shenoy also expressed optimism about India's market outlook over the next five years, despite concerns about small-cap overvaluation in certain areas.

Livemint Interview: 10 years at Capitalmind, Long Term Focus on India

Featured on Livemint: Deepak Shenoy, the founder and CEO of Capitalmind, believes the real money is in the long game, and investors should think long-term to reap the benefits of India's economic growth. Shenoy says he is positive about defence, manufacturing, premium consumption, financialisation and alternative energy. In an exclusive interview with Mint, he also shares his views on the valuation of Nifty 50 and the strategy one may follow for the mid and small-cap segments.

Livemint: Deepak's comments on Mazgaon Dock

Deepak Shenoy, CEO of Capitalmind, highlighted the brokerage's track record, pointing out that ICICI Securities had released four reports over the past year, each predicting a 60%-77% downside for Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders shares.