Congress Resurgence Compared to Chinese Stock Market: Market Guru's Take

Market guru Shankar Sharma has likened the Congress party’s resurgence to the rise of China's stock market, which is on an upward trajectory following stimulus measures from Beijing.

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Congress Resurgence Compared to Chinese Stock Market: Market Guru's Take
Real Estate News:A day after exit poll results predicted a return of the Congress party in Haryana, market guru Shankar Sharma compared the grand old party to China’s stock market. On Sunday, Sharma, the founder of GQuant Investech, tweeted “In a stock market sense, BJP is looking like the Indian stock market, and Congress, like the Chinese stock market.”

On Saturday, exit poll results predicted a landslide win for Congress in Haryana and a strong showing in Jammu and Kashmir. According to C Voter exit polls, Congress is expected to win 50-58 of the 90 seats in Haryana, while the BJP, which won 40 seats in the previous election, is likely to secure only 18-28 seats. If these numbers hold true on the counting day, which is scheduled for Tuesday, the BJP will suffer another loss in a key north Indian state, following its defeats in Punjab to the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and in Himachal Pradesh to the Congress.

The Congress sweep in Haryana was anticipated given its strong performance in the Lok Sabha polls. The party is also leading in Maharashtra, where assembly polls are scheduled for mid-November.

Sharma did not elaborate on his tweet, but it is inferred that he was drawing a parallel between the resurgence of the Congress party and the Chinese stock market. China’s stock market is expected to rally in the near future, according to financial experts. In contrast, the BJP has faced a series of setbacks, beginning with the Lok Sabha elections, where it failed to secure a majority on its own.

Analysts have predicted a continued rise in China’s stock market, as reported by CNBC. While investors see an opportunity in the Chinese market, experts have issued a caution for the Indian market, noting that most stocks have become overpriced.

Earlier this week, Christopher Wood, the global head of equity strategy at Jefferies, reduced exposure to Indian equities by one percentage point. Despite this, seasoned investors remain 'overweight' on the Indian market. Wood has increased the weight of China by two percentage points, though he has been 'underweight' on China.

In the context of Indian politics and the financial markets, Sharma’s analogy provides a unique perspective on the current political landscape. The comparison highlights the potential for a significant shift in political dynamics, much like the economic trends observed in global stock markets.

Frequently Asked Questions

What did Shankar Sharma compare the Congress party to?

Shankar Sharma compared the Congress party to China's stock market, which is expected to rally following stimulus measures from Beijing.

What did exit polls predict for the Congress party in Haryana?

Exit polls predicted a landslide win for the Congress party in Haryana, with the party expected to win 50-58 seats out of 90.

What is the current status of the BJP in the political landscape?

The BJP has faced several reverses, starting from the Lok Sabha elections where it failed to secure a majority on its own, and is expected to lose significant ground in Haryana.

What is the current outlook for the Chinese stock market?

Analysts predict that China’s stock market will continue to rise, driven by stimulus measures and economic reforms.

What is Christopher Wood’s current stance on Indian and Chinese equities?

Christopher Wood has cut exposure to Indian equities by one percentage point but remains 'overweight' on the Indian market. He has increased the weight of China by two percentage points, though he has been 'underweight' on China.

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