A Study On Indian Indices Returns By Alice Blue At Hyderabad

Abstract

Stock market indices are essential benchmarks that reflect the overall performance of financial markets. In India, key indices such as the NIFTY 50 and Sensex serve as indicators of economic growth, investor sentiment, and market trends. This study examines the returns of Indian stock indices, focusing on their historical performance, volatility, and the factors influencing their movement. The study highlights the NIFTY family of indices, which includes NIFTY 50, NIFTY Next 50, NIFTY Midcap 100, and NIFTY Smallcap 100, among others. Since these indices are price indices, they measure only capital appreciation, excluding dividend returns. The analysis explores how macroeconomic factors, corporate earnings, foreign investments, and global market trends impact index returns. By analyzing past performance and return patterns, the study provides insights into risk-return characteristics across different indices, aiding investors, fund managers, and policymakers in making informed decisions. The findings emphasize the importance of diversification, market cycles, and economic conditions in shaping Indian indices' returns.