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In a recent interview, Mark Mobius, of Mobius EM Opportunities Fund, discussed his investment approach in the Indian market. He highlighted his preference for midcap IT companies and revealed his continued interest in Vodafone Idea. Mobius emphasized his focus on value factors like return on capital and earnings growth, rather than market capitalization.

Neelam Linens has launched its SME IPO to raise Rs 13 crore, offering shares at Rs 20-24 apiece. The Maharashtra-based soft home furnishing company aims to utilize the proceeds for capital expenditure, debt repayment, and general corporate purposes. The IPO opened on November 8 and will close on November 12, with a potential listing date of November 15.

The Indian rupee is depreciating against the US dollar. The dollar index is strengthening. Experts believe the rupee may depreciate to 84.50 against the US dollar. The Reserve Bank of India may intervene if the rupee depreciates beyond this level. A weaker rupee is good for exports but will make imports costlier. This will impact the fiscal deficit.

BSE, Voltas, Alkem Laboratories, Kalyan Jewellers, and Oberoi Realty will join the MSCI Global Standard Index, attracting passive inflows of $2.5 billion, with Voltas leading at $312 million. HDFC Bank’s weightage increase will trigger inflows of $1.87 billion. Additionally, 13 stocks will join the MSCI India Smallcap Index, collectively attracting $71 million. India’s MSCI Emerging Market Index weight will rise to 19.8%.

The Indian market is expected to open lower on Thursday due to muted global cues. India VIX fell 7.78%, indicating reduced volatility and possible increased investor confidence. Key resistance levels for the Nifty are at 24,600 and 24,800, while support lies at 24,400 and 24,200. Experts suggest select stock recommendations for short-term traders, including Affle India, Atul, and L&T.

A 5-year swing high represents the highest price a stock has reached within the past five years.

Samir Arora, Founder of Helios Capital, is focusing on high-growth sectors like food delivery, exemplified by his investments in Zomato and Swiggy. He believes these companies have the potential to grow at 30% for the next few years. Arora is avoiding companies that have recently disappointed, arguing that their bull run is over and their excuses are unacceptable.

Swiggy brought the IPO at a lower valuation of $11.3 billion as against its earlier target of around $15 billion. The company plans to raise around Rs 11300 crore through the issue.

Indian markets are experiencing a correction after a long period of outperformance. Analyst Anand Tandon believes there is further room for correction before buying opportunities emerge. He suggests financials, particularly banks, as a potential sector for investment due to reasonable valuations. Tandon expresses concern about the impact of the US elections and the long-term outlook for the IT sector.