India’s Market Capitalization Crosses $5 Trillion Milestone
The market value of all companies traded on the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) in India recently passed the $5 trillion mark, which is a big deal for the market. India is now the fifth country in the world, after the U.S., China, Japan, and Hong Kong, to hit this level of market value. The value of the market was $5.05 trillion. The sharp rise in value is mostly due to the great performance of bank and car stocks, which pushed the benchmark indices to all-time highs.
Market-Cap to GDP Ratio
The Market Cap to GDP number, which is a key measure, went up to 1.42 times (or 142% of India’s GDP). This important economic sign, which is sometimes called the “Warren Buffet indicator,” helps figure out whether the stock market is overvalued or undervalued compared to the general output of the economy. According to the current percentage, the market may be stretched, but it also shows that the economy is doing well.
Historical Growth of Market Capitalisation
India’s market capitalization has grown in a very interesting way:
- In May 2007, it hit $1 trillion for the first time.
- In July 2017, it topped $2 trillion.
- In May 2021, the $3 trillion mark was broken.
- On November 29, 2018, it went over $4 trillion.
- It is now over $5 trillion.
Economic Indicators and Forecast
Analysts say that the high Market-Cap to GDP ratio is due to strong macroeconomic fundamentals and a setting that is good for economic growth. Based on predictions for the next few years, the ratio may return to normal at 126% (1.26 times), which means that the market may continue to trade at higher valuations because the economy as a whole is doing well.
Market Valuation Parameters
The Market-Cap to GDP ratio has shown that a market is undervalued when it is between 50% and 75%, and it is at good value when it is between 75% and 100%. If the percentage goes above 100%, the market may be overvalued, but this depends on other factors. The fact that this ratio is currently above 100% shows how excited the market is and how private capital spending cycles might push it even higher shortly.
More About BSE-listed stocks
History and Location:
- Established at 1875, making it Asia’s oldest stock exchange.
- Located at Dalal Street, Mumbai.
Market and Listings:
- Over 5000 companies listed, one of the world’s largest in terms of listed entities.
- Surpassed $3 trillion as of 2023.
Key Features and Innovations:
- Benchmark index introduced in 1986, comprising 30 stocks from various sectors.
- Introduced BOLT (BSE On-Line Trading) in 1995.
- Launched India’s first ETF (Exchange Traded Funds) and stock futures.
- Most trading is conducted in large cap stocks, which are generally more liquid.
- Includes BSE SmallCap, BSE MidCap, and BSE 100.
Month: Current Affairs - May, 2024
Category: Economy & Banking Current Affairs - 2024