Did your wealth have a few set-backs or a few nudges on its health front this October. What are the events or risks that nudge it higher or set it back? And how does it impact your wealth going forward. We have put together some systematic risks that we believe would impact the market.
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OCTOBER 2021
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| PARAMETERS, EVENTS | IMPACT | REASON |
| Inflation (CPI - India) | |
It was lower in Sep. 2021 V/s Aug. 2021 |
| Inflation - Food | |
Better Kharif Crop |
| Inflation - Fuel | |
Crude Prices up by 9.1% in Oct, 2021 |
| Currency INR USD | |
INR depreciatied by 1% due to FII outflows, higher oil prices |
| FII Inflows | |
FIIs were net-sellers with ₹13550 Cr |
| DII Inflows | |
DIIs poured ₹4411 Cr into Indian equities |
| G-Sec Yield | |
Yield moved up from 6.223% to 6.388% in Oct. 2021 end |
| RBI Actions - Interest Rate | |
Continued the status-quo |
| RBI Actions - Liquidity | |
RBI intends to reduce the liquidity in the system in a calibrated manner through various actions |
| Tax Collection | |
Higher direct tax & GST collection which leads to less borrowing from market |
| Global - Inflation | |
Higher commodity prices due to supply glut |
| US FED - Tapering | |
It is more certain now |
| US FED - Interest Rate Hike | |
It will start from mid of year 2022 |
| EQUITY MARKETS | IMPACT | REASON |
| Q2FY22 Earnings Session | |
Earnings are marginally higher than estimates |
| Valuations-PE | |
It is historical peak levels |
| Valuations-PB | |
It is historical peak levels |
| Valuations-Marketcap to GDP Ratio | |
It is historical peak levels |
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Moderate Risk 
| RISK FOR EQUITIES | LEVEL OF RISK |
| US FED-Interest Rate Hike | |
| Current Valuations | |
| US FED-Tapering | |
| Commodity Price Inflation | |
| RBI-Sucking out Liquidity | |
EVENTS, NATURE OF IMPACT & TAKEAWAYS
FED Tapers i.e US FED reduces the fresh liquidity injection by $15 billion every month. Fresh liquidity injection is expected to completely stop by mid of 2022.
IMPACT: NEGATIVE
Remarks: Reduction in fresh liquidity is expected to minimize the fund flows towards various risky assets i.e Equity, Cryptos etc. Hence, rerating in equity due to higher liquidity will take place and equities will henceforth follow the earnings growth. However, it should be noted that current action from the FED is only reduction of fresh liquidity. They will not withdraw / tighten the already available liquidity in the system & will therefore reduce market volatility to certain extent.
Net Direct Tax Collections grew over 74% to ₹5.70 Lakh Cr so far this fiscal & GST Collection stood at ₹1.30 lakh Cr in Oct, 2021
IMPACT: POSITIVE
Remarks: Higher tax collections enabled the Government to stick to the original borrowing plan. There was no need to tap the bond market to fund the growth. Higher tax collection will limit the supply of G-Secs to the bond market and it will keep the yields at reasonable levels. This is a positive for Bond markets.
Exports rise over 42% to $35.5 billion in Oct, 2021
IMPACT: POSITIVE
Remarks: India is expected to do exports of $400 billion in FY22 & has set a target for $500 billion in FY23. This is a big positive for the economy. It will enhance the forex reserves and create huge local employment. Currently, 60% of India’s exports are from engineering goods, gems, jewelry, pharmaceuticals, petroleum and chemicals.
RBI has announced the gradual withdrawal of liquidity from the system through variable reverse repo route, discontinued operation twist (OT).
IMPACT: NEUTRAL
Remarks: RBI’s action indicate the strength of underlying economy. The economy does not need excess liquidity. However, RBI kept the rates unchanged and maintained an accommodative stance. They have provided more time for the economy to stabilize. RBI Governor indicated 'Sudden removal of stimulus measures will do more harm.'
FIIs were net-sellers in Indian equities during Oct 2021 and they have sold to the tune of ₹13550 Cr in Indian equities & sold ₹1550 Cr of Indian debt.
IMPACT: NEUTRAL
Remarks: Despite, FIIs being net-sellers in Oct, 2021, FIIs have poured $28.5 billion in the past year into India (highest among all emerging markets). FII selling has been absorbed by both DIIs as well as retail investors. Despite the ₹13,550 Cr withdrawal by FIIs, the broader indices were 0.9% up in Oct, 2021.
EVENTS, NATURE OF IMPACT & TAKEAWAYS
FED Tapers i.e US FED reduces the fresh liquidity injection by $15 billion every month. Fresh liquidity injection is expected to completely stop by mid of 2022.
IMPACT: NEGATIVE
Remarks: Reduction in fresh liquidity is expected to minimize the fund flows towards various risky assets i.e Equity, Cryptos etc. Hence, rerating in equity due to higher liquidity will take place and equities will henceforth follow the earnings growth. However, it should be noted that current action from the FED is only reduction of fresh liquidity. They will not withdraw / tighten the already available liquidity in the system & will therefore reduce market volatility to certain extent.
Net Direct Tax Collections grew over 74% to ₹5.70 Lakh Cr so far this fiscal & GST Collection stood at ₹1.30 lakh Cr in Oct, 2021
IMPACT: POSITIVE
Remarks: Higher tax collections enabled the Government to stick to the original borrowing plan. There was no need to tap the bond market to fund the growth. Higher tax collection will limit the supply of G-Secs to the bond market and it will keep the yields at reasonable levels. This is a positive for Bond markets.
Exports rise over 42% to $35.5 billion in Oct, 2021
IMPACT: POSITIVE
Remarks: India is expected to do exports of $400 billion in FY22 & has set a target for $500 billion in FY23. This is a big positive for the economy. It will enhance the forex reserves and create huge local employment. Currently, 60% of India’s exports are from engineering goods, gems, jewelry, pharmaceuticals, petroleum and chemicals.
RBI has announced the gradual withdrawal of liquidity from the system through variable reverse repo route, discontinued operation twist (OT).
IMPACT: NEUTRAL
Remarks: RBI’s action indicate the strength of underlying economy. The economy does not need excess liquidity. However, RBI kept the rates unchanged and maintained an accommodative stance. They have provided more time for the economy to stabilize. RBI Governor indicated 'Sudden removal of stimulus measures will do more harm.'
FIIs were net-sellers in Indian equities during Oct 2021 and they have sold to the tune of ₹13550 Cr in Indian equities & sold ₹1550 Cr of Indian debt.
IMPACT: NEUTRAL
Remarks: Despite, FIIs being net-sellers in Oct, 2021, FIIs have poured $28.5 billion in the past year into India (highest among all emerging markets). FII selling has been absorbed by both DIIs as well as retail investors. Despite the ₹13,550 Cr withdrawal by FIIs, the broader indices were 0.9% up in Oct, 2021.
What you should do. And should not.
Remain invested in equity for the long term BUT a 20%, correction is possible at anytime
Continue your SIPs and STPs, dont try to time the markets BUT you may get NO returns over 1 to 3 year period
Create Cash NOW if you need money in the short term
ADD money on market dips if you are a Long Term Investor
Conclusion:
Please remember investing is mostly backing quality businesses run by quality managements that offer a runway for strong cash flow growth, earnings potential, and long-term prospects. Buying them at a “reasonable” price with an eye on the returns is important. Stay invested, stay disciplined and secure your returns. We have prepared a sound long term holistic financial plan for you based on your risk profile, defined your financial goals along with you… did an asset allocation (with contingency plans built in) with you. We believe we are in the best objective position to help navigate the vagaries of the market.
