Smart-beta investing, a rule-based strategy, blends active and passive approaches to achieve better risk-adjusted performance than traditional indices. With large-cap stocks offering valuation comfort, the Nifty 200 Quality 30 stands out as a strong benchmark for the quality factor.

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On December 19, the closing prices of three stocks from the Nifty200 pack rallied over 1.5% relative to the VWAP (Volume Weighted Average Price), and a shift above the VWAP suggests a potential bullish trend, according to stockedge.com’s technical scan data.When the closing price rises above the VWAP, it signifies that the closing price is higher than the average price at which it was traded throughout the day, with the average being weighted by trading volume. This occurrence is often interpreted as a potential bullish signal by traders and investors. Potentially indicating positive sentiment in the market. Bullish Signals

These 3 stocks closed above VWAP on December 19 - Bullish Signals

On December 19, four stocks from the Nifty200 pack appeared in the RSI Trending Up scan, according to the stockedge.com data. It is an uptrend signal if the RSI value has crossed above 50 from below. “RSI trending up” means that the Relative Strength Index (RSI) values are increasing, suggesting strengthening momentum in the price of the stock. This can indicate potential upward movement and may be used by traders to identify buying opportunities. Trend Tracker

These 4 stocks showing RSI Trending Up on December 19 - Trend Tracker

Indian shares slid on Thursday after the Federal Reserve indicated fewer interest rate cuts in 2025, sapping risk appetite and fanning worries of further foreign outflows from domestic stocks. However, 4 midcap stocks from the Nifty200 index defied the broader trend, scaling new all-time highs. Here’s the list: Rising High

Coforge, Indian Hotels among 4 midcap stocks hit all-time high on Thursday - Rising High

Nifty 200 analysis highlights 5 companies with consistently rising cash from operations over 5 years. This signifies stronger profits, better resource management, and a promising financial future, all thanks to less reliance on external funding.

These 5 companies show rising cash from operations

On December 18, five stocks from the Nifty200 pack appeared in the RSI Trending Up scan, according to stockedge.com data. An uptrend signal is indicated when the RSI value crosses above 50 from below. “RSI Trending Up” means that the Relative Strength Index (RSI) values are increasing, suggesting strengthening momentum in the stock’s price. This can indicate potential upward movement and may be used by traders to identify buying opportunities. Strong Signals

These 5 stocks showing RSI Trending Up on December 18 - Strong Signals

In the Nifty200 pack, three stocks’ close prices crossed above their 200 DMA (Daily Moving Averages) on December 18, according to stockedge.com’s technical scan data. Upside Ahead?

Positive Breakout: These 3 stocks cross above their 200 DMAs - Upside Ahead?

In the Nifty 200 pack, we have compiled a list of five stocks that reached a 5-year swing high at the close on December 17, suggesting bullishness in these counters, according to StockEdge.com’s technical scan data. Take a look:A 5-year swing high represents the highest price a stock has reached within a five-year period. This level acts as a significant resistance point where the price has historically struggled to move beyond. This occurrence may be seen as a bullish sign, indicating the potential for further upward movement in the stock. However, it’s worth noting that this is different from a 5-year breakout, which occurs when a stock’s price surpasses a key resistance level that has held for five years or longer. Chart Check

At multi-year highs: These 5 stocks witness 5-year swing high breakouts - Chart Check

StockEdge profitability scan data reveals five Nifty 200 companies with a consistent rise in Return on Equity (RoE) for the past four years. This indicates these companies are effectively managing their investments and generating strong profits.

These 5 stocks showed consistently high RoE

On December 16, three stocks from the Nifty200 pack came to the bullish scanner of “White Marubozu”, according to stockedge.com’s technical scan data. A White Marubozu is a bullish candlestick pattern in technical analysis. It occurs when the opening price is the lowest for a given period, and the closing price is the highest. Represented by a long white (or green) candlestick with no upper shadow and a small or nonexistent lower shadow, it indicates strong buying pressure throughout the session. Traders interpret it as a signal that buyers were in control from the opening to the closing, often using such patterns for informed decisions about future price movements in financial markets. Trend Tracker

Bullish Momentum: 3 stocks with White Marubozu Pattern on December 16 - Trend Tracker

In the Nifty200 pack, we have collated a list of four stocks that witnessed a 5-year swing high at the close on December 16, suggesting bullishness in counters, according to stockedge.com’s technical scan data. Take a look.A 5-year swing high represents the highest price a stock has reached within a five-year timeframe. This level acts as a significant resistance point where the price has historically struggled to go beyond. This occurrence may be seen as a bullish sign, indicating the potential for further upward movement in the stock. However, it’s worth noting that this is different from a 5-year breakout, which occurs when a stock’s price surpasses a key resistance level that has held for five years or longer. Rising High

At multi-year highs: These 4 stocks witness 5-year swing high breakouts - Rising High

Nifty 200 Index is designed to reflect the behaviour and performance of large and mid market capitalization companies . NIFTY 200 includes all companies forming part of NIFTY 100 and NIFTY Full Midcap 100 index. The rescheduling of index constituents happens bi-annually every year.

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