Before investing LAKHS, learn to do SIPs properly! | Akshat Shrivastava

Introduction and Story of the Ostrich

The video begins with an interesting story about ostriches and their behavior when sensing danger. This story is used as an analogy to introduce the concept of blind investing in the stock market.

The Ostrich Story

• When an ostrich senses danger, it sticks its long neck in the sand, thinking that the danger will go away.

• Retail investors often behave similarly by blindly investing without considering market conditions.

Different Situations in the Stock Market

The speaker discusses different situations in the stock market where different investment strategies may be appropriate.

Bulk Investing and Booking Profits

• There are times when bulk investing or booking profits is more suitable than blindly doing SIP (Systematic Investment Plan).

• It's important to understand when to adjust investment strategies based on market conditions.

Mutual Fund Advisors' Perspective

The speaker questions why mutual fund advisors or managers never advise slowing down SIP investments.

Motivation Behind Advisors' Recommendations

• Mutual fund managers thrive on increasing assets under management (AUM), which is only possible if investors continue doing SIP without booking profits.

• Their business model relies on continuous inflows from investors.

Purpose of Investing and Personal Benefits

The speaker emphasizes that investors should also benefit from their own investments, rather than solely focusing on future generations.

Importance of Personal Benefit

• Investors should consider their own financial well-being and not just focus on leaving a legacy for future generations.

• Blindly continuing SIP without understanding when to book profits may not be a healthy approach to investing.

Explaining When SIP Makes Sense

The speaker aims to explain when SIP investments are beneficial and discusses the pros and cons of this investment strategy.

Understanding When SIP Makes Sense

• The video will provide an honest explanation of when doing SIP is advantageous.

• The speaker will present macroeconomic data and relevant information to support their points.

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Definition and Advantages of SIP

The speaker explains what SIP (Systematic Investment Plan) is and highlights its advantages.

What is SIP?

• SIP stands for Systematic Investment Plan, which involves investing a fixed amount regularly on specific dates.

• It can be done in various instruments such as mutual funds or stock market indices.

Advantages of Doing SIP

1. Habit Formation: SIP helps newcomers develop a habit of investing regularly.

2. Compounding Advantage: Over time, compounding can lead to higher returns on investments made through SIP.

Importance of Compounding Advantage

The speaker emphasizes the significance of compounding advantage in generating higher returns over time through SIP investments.

Explaining Compounding Advantage

• If one runs a 10-year SIP with consistent underlying returns, compounding can significantly increase overall returns.

• Higher underlying returns contribute to greater wealth accumulation over time.

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This section discusses the advantages and disadvantages of SIP (Systematic Investment Plan) investing.

Advantages of SIP Investing

• One advantage is the compounding effect, which leads to significant returns over time.

• Another advantage is that you end up buying more units when the market is falling and fewer units when the market is expensive.

Disadvantages of SIP Investing

• The first key problem is the volatility of returns. Historical data shows that there can be significant fluctuations in stock market returns.

• Lack of transparency is another issue. Many people do not openly discuss the problems associated with SIP investing.

• Market collapses can negatively impact SIP investments, leading to losses for investors.

• Newcomers to the stock market may lose confidence due to continuous losses in their portfolio.

• Volatile markets can crush hopes and lead people to give up on stock investing altogether.

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Understanding the Problems with SIP Investing

In this section, the speaker discusses the problems associated with Systematic Investment Plan (SIP) investing and highlights two critical issues.

Volatility and Incorrect Expectations

• Many people are unable to handle the volatility of SIP investing.

• The communication around SIP investing often emphasizes the magic of compounding without adequately addressing the potential for volatility.

• Setting incorrect expectations about SIP can lead to disappointment when facing market fluctuations.

Inability to Book Profits

• One major problem with SIP investing is that it does not provide a mechanism for booking profits.

• Traditional advice discourages timing the market, but successful investors like Warren Buffett actively adjust their investments based on market conditions.

• Mutual fund managers and advisors typically advise against timing the market, which limits retail investors' ability to capitalize on favorable market scenarios.

Examining Warren Buffett's Approach and Mutual Fund Performance

This section explores how Warren Buffett's investment strategy differs from traditional advice on timing the market. It also examines the performance of a well-known mutual fund in India.

Warren Buffett's Market Timing

• Warren Buffett, through his company Berkshire Hathaway, has demonstrated an ability to time the market by adjusting his investment amount based on changing market conditions.

• Despite conventional wisdom advising against timing the market, successful investors like Buffett have achieved significant returns by intelligently rotating their portfolios.

Performance of Quant Mutual Fund

• The Quant mutual fund in India has consistently outperformed the market across various categories.

• Comparing its returns to category benchmarks reveals its strong performance in 2020, beating benchmarks by two to three times.

• However, as the fund grew in size, its overall returns decreased due to limitations in portfolio turnover caused by scaling up operations.

The Importance of Profit Booking for Retail Investors

This section emphasizes the significance of profit booking for retail investors and highlights the benefits of learning about stock markets.

• Retail investors, even with limited investment amounts, should consider learning about profit booking.

• Profit booking is crucial for generating returns, especially in SIP mode where there is no built-in mechanism for booking profits.

• Excuses like lack of time or interest in learning about stock markets can hinder retail investors' ability to maximize their returns.

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The Concept of Profit Booking in SIP Investing

In SIP investing, profit booking is referred to as SIP interesting. There is no specific strategy for profit booking in SIP.

Profit Booking in SIP Investing

• Profit booking in SIP investing is called SIP interesting.

• There is no specific approach or strategy for profit booking in SIP.

Identifying Easy Opportunities in the Market

The speaker suggests going back and watching their videos from a few months ago to understand their investment approach. They emphasize investing in mid-cap and small-cap stocks and highlight the importance of identifying easy opportunities.

Investing Approach and Easy Opportunities

• The speaker recommends watching their previous videos to understand their investment approach.

• They have been investing heavily in mid-cap and small-cap stocks.

• Emphasizes the importance of identifying easy opportunities in the market.

Bulk Investing vs. SIP Buying Nifty

The speaker shares their experience of making lump sum investments rather than using SIP buying strategies. They discuss capturing gains through bulk investing and provide an example of investing 50 lakh rupees in Nifty.

Bulk Investing vs. SIP Buying Nifty

• The speaker shares their experience with bulk investing instead of using a systematic investment plan (SIP).

• They mention making a lump sum investment of 50 lakh rupees in Nifty.

• Highlight that they were able to capture a 10% gain through bulk investing.

Timing Small Cap Investments during Bull Markets

The speaker explains that small caps tend to perform well during bull markets, especially when large caps have reached their peak. They suggest building positions in mid-cap and small-cap stocks when large caps are nearing their maximum potential.

Timing Small Cap Investments during Bull Markets

• Large caps tend to reach their peak before small caps start performing well.

• It is advisable to build positions in mid-cap and small-cap stocks when large caps are almost maxed out.

• Refers to a chart showing the outperformance of small caps during bull markets.

Small Cap 100 Trading at a Discount

The speaker discusses the current market situation, highlighting that Nifty 50 and Bank Nifty have reached all-time highs. They mention that while mid-caps have breached their previous all-time high, Small Cap 100 is still trading at a discount.

Small Cap 100 Trading at a Discount

• Nifty 50 and Bank Nifty have reached all-time highs.

• Mid-caps have surpassed their previous all-time high.

• Small Cap 100 is still trading at a 15% discount.

• This is not a recommendation to buy Small Cap 100; it depends on individual analysis and risk profile.

Taking Advantage of Clear Market Opportunities

The speaker suggests taking more bets on market opportunities if they can be clearly identified. They mention that small cap investments are risky but highlight other investment options such as discounted Nifty.

Taking Advantage of Clear Market Opportunities

• If clear market opportunities can be identified, it makes sense to take more bets on those opportunities.

• Small cap investments are considered risky.

• Other investment options include discounted Nifty.

Increasing Market Volatility

The speaker explains that markets are becoming more volatile over time. They provide data points from the US market, indicating an increase in volatility after 2008. They emphasize the importance of understanding volatility and its impact on SIP investments.

Increasing Market Volatility

• Markets are becoming more volatile.

• Data points from the US market show an increase in volatility after 2008.

• Emphasizes the need to understand volatility and its impact on SIP investments.

Growth of Passive Funds and Returns

The speaker discusses the growth of passive funds compared to active funds. They mention that people have started investing in index funds, such as S&P 500, which is also happening in India with Nifty 50 and Sensex. They highlight the returns of S&P 500 and its standard deviation.

Growth of Passive Funds and Returns

• People are increasingly investing in index funds like S&P 500.

• Similar trends are observed in India with Nifty 50 and Sensex.

• Discusses the returns of S&P 500 and its standard deviation.

Volatility vs. Returns in SIP Investing

The speaker explains that while the average returns may remain consistent, there will be increased volatility in SIP investments. They suggest that many investors may get shaken off due to this volatility.

Volatility vs. Returns in SIP Investing

• While average returns may remain consistent, there will be increased volatility in SIP investments.

• Many investors may get shaken off by this volatility.

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In this section, the speaker discusses the weaknesses of not knowing when to book profits and exit investments, as well as how volatility can increase over time due to macroeconomics.

Why Volatility Increases with Time

• The speaker explains that retail investors often struggle to make money in various investment instruments.

• As index investing becomes more popular, increased market volatility can shake off many investors.

• The speaker suggests that retail investors may not be allowed to make money easily, leading to increased difficulty in generating returns.

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This section focuses on the impact of macroeconomics on market volatility and the challenges faced by retail investors.

Impact of Macro Economics on Market Volatility

• The speaker highlights that understanding macroeconomics is crucial in predicting market volatility.

• Retail investors who are unable to book profits or lack knowledge about when to do so may suffer significant losses during periods of increased volatility.

• The speaker mentions ongoing issues such as dollarization, debt problems, and weakening economies that contribute to market instability.

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This section emphasizes the importance of booking profits and provides some basic points for SIP (Systematic Investment Plan) investing strategies.

Importance of Booking Profits

• The speaker warns about the risks of not booking profits and relying solely on unrealized gains reflected in trading accounts.

• Building actual confidence through booking real profits helps investors better handle market volatility.

SIP Investing Strategies

• For beginners, starting with SIP investing is recommended.

• As one gains experience and understanding in investing, it is important to learn how to intelligently book profits, identify undervalued assets, and take advantage of opportunities beyond SIP investing.

• If retirement planning is the goal, SIP investing may be suitable for long-term perspectives. However, it is important to separate retirement investments from everyday life investments.

• Learning other strategies that are not solely focused on SIP investing can be beneficial.

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In this final section, the speaker concludes by emphasizing the importance of booking profits and building confidence as an investor.

Building Confidence through Booking Profits

• The speaker reiterates the significance of booking profits to build actual confidence as an investor.

• Notional profits reflected in trading accounts do not provide real confidence during market volatility.

Final Thoughts

• The speaker encourages viewers to balance their investment approach by considering both pros and cons.

• It is important to understand when and how to book profits, invest intelligently, and keep retirement planning separate from short-term investments.