Relative Strength(RS) has emerged as one of the most sought-after indicators by Indian #traders. But, what makes it so special? 👇
In simple terms, Relative Strength refers to the measure of the price #trend of a #stock, compared to its Benchmark index/Sectoral Index👇
Indexes like #Nifty, #Sensex, or Sectors like #Banking, Automobiles, can be used. The data can be of a period of 55 days, for example, 👇
RS is calculated by dividing the percentage #price change of a stock over a specified period day by the percentage change of a #market index or sector over the same period👇
RS may also be used to compare two companies in the same industry or index👇
Sector Thread (Part 1): The Insurance Industry consists of 2 categories - Life Insurance and General Insurance. A total of 58 companies exist in the Indian Market of which 24 are Life Insurance and 34 are General Insurance companies. There is 1 reinsurance company in India. (1/n)
Industry growth reasons are attributed to four major factors - Product Innovation, Vibrant Distribution Channels, Targeted Publicity and Promotional Campaign by Insurers. (2/n)
There are 3 Public Sector and 3 Private Sector companies listed on BSE and NSE exchanges of India. (3/n)