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Accounting risks have evolved with governance reforms and excess liquidity. Investors should watch for earnings manipulation, low cash conversion, and high related-party transactions in IPOs. Many companies show strong pre-listing growth but weak post-listing performance. Warning signs include aggressive revenue recognition, extended credit periods, and high contingent liabilities. Scrutinizing financials is crucial before investing.

Several BSE small-cap stocks, including Apollo Tyres, NALCO, and Motilal Oswal Financial Services, trade at lower PE ratios than industry averages. Analysts expect potential gains of up to 75%.

Kotak Institutional Equities lists top companies with high mutual fund ownership in December 2024. Crompton Greaves leads with 43.9%, followed by Kalpataru Projects, Cipla, PVR INOX, and Federal Bank.

Retirees should prioritize safety, certainty, and liquidity in investments. Shift from illiquid assets like property to bonds or FDs for stable returns. Explore tax-efficient options like tax-free bonds and SCSS. Avoid high-risk instruments, maintain an emergency fund, and ensure nominee details are updated. Enjoy post-retirement life without financial stress.

Gold is set for its eighth weekly increase, driven by geopolitical and trade tensions, reaching over 1% higher this week. A surge in bullion-backed exchange-traded funds and increased central bank buying have contributed to the metal s rise. Market concerns include potential changes in US support for Ukraine and the weakening US dollar.

Nifty 50 fell below 22,800, closing at 22,795.90, with Pharma and Auto stocks declining. FIIs sold Rs 3,449.15 crore, while DIIs bought Rs 2,884.61 crore. Trump’s tariff threats, rupee weakness, and crude price drops add uncertainty. Key levels: 22,500 support, 23,200 resistance.

Nifty may see an upswing from the 22,550-22,300 region, with no clear signs of a broad-based recovery. Microcaps show selective buying, while M&M may rebound after recent losses. Rallis stock hints at a pullback, targeting 238.

Indian markets extended losses for the fourth day, with Nifty closing at 22,795.90. Analysts see further downside to 22,500, with resistance at 22,850. Stock picks for Monday include SAIL, Camlin Fine Sciences, Kaynes Technology, and Amber Enterprises, backed by bullish technical patterns.

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Despite a 1% weekly decline in Sensex, six penny stocks gained 10%-27%, defying the trend. Onesource Industries led with a 27% rise, followed by Mega Corporation, KBC Global, and others.