The markets have experienced remarkable growth over the past year. Nifty has gained 29%, Sensex climbed 26%, and Nifty Bank rose by 21%. In the broader markets, Nifty Midcap saw a 47% surge, while Nifty Smallcap increased by 46%. The BSE IPO Index jumped 46%, but the standout performer was the BSE SME IPO Index, soaring 162%. Sector-wise, the BSE Auto and Capital Goods indices both posted 52% gains, while the Healthcare Index rose 58%. Leading the charge, Infrastructure advanced by 74%, Power surged 85%, PSU saw a 65% rise, and Realty gained 71% in the past year. Additionally, the AMFI reported a notable rise in SIP contributions, which reached ₹24,508.73 crore in September 2024, up from ₹23,547.34 crore in August. New SIP registrations hit 6.63 million, and SIP AUM reached a record high of ₹13.81 lakh crore. This Diwali 2024, Gautam Shah, Founder of Goldilocks Premium Research, reflects on the lessons Samvat 2080 has offered to Indian investors and shares insights on where the opportunities lie in Samvat 2081. Discover Gautam Shah’s Diwali Investment Plan. Don’t miss the exclusive Diwali Special Market Guru interview with Gautam Shah, Founder of Goldilocks Premium Research.