Is it the right time to invest in the share market? EXPLAINED

Indian stock market: After climbing to a record high on 26th September 2024, the frontline indices of the Indian stock market have remained under the sell-off heat. So, at this juncture, when investors have lost around ₹94 lakh crore in the Indian equity market in the last five months, a retail investor might think about whether the time is opportune for exiting the stock market for a while or accumulating more via discounted shopping. On whether one should exit the stock market amid high volatility, Anshul Jain, Head of Research at Lakshmishree Investment and Securities, said, "When there is a challenge, there is an opportunity because genius doesn't do different things; they do things differently. Companies with strong balance sheets, sustainable earnings growth, and a competitive edge in their sector are more likely to survive the market volatility and offer attractive returns from a long-term perspective.” Stock market strategy Unveiling stock market strategy in the current scenario, Gaurav Goel, Founder & Director at Fynocrat Technologies, said, "Even in a declining market, not all stocks are undervalued. 40-30-30 rule Advising stock market investors to follow the 40-30-30 rule while investing in a bear-hit market, Gaurav Goel said, "A structured investment approach helps manage risk effectively.