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Nifty 500’s hidden bear market: Half the stocks are down over 30% from highs

1 source · first seen 10:07 1 Oct · updated 10:07 1 Oct

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  • About 50% of Nifty 500 stocks are down significantly from their peak levels
  • 252 stocks are down over 30% from their highs
  • Broad weakness exposes Indian equity investors, especially in small and midcaps

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