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What are Bluechip Stocks?

What are Bluechip Stocks?

The terminology of bluechip stocks comes from the game of poker, where blue color chips carry the highest value.

A bluechip stock is the stock of a company that is a dominant leader in its well-established business. Usually, these companies are run by proficient leaders and reward their shareholders with high dividends.

Some of the top blue-chip stocks of India are Infosys, TCS, HDFC and HDFC Bank, etc.

By virtue of their size, conspicuous media presence and relative transparency of financial transactions, bluechips can be considered safer than midcaps and smallcaps.

Bluechip companies are fundamentally strong with a large market capitalisations and enviable reputations.

From a consumer or investor perspective, you have always known of these companies. You know what their products are because of their long presence in the market.

Most importantly, these stalwarts come with a history of well-managed operations, are financially sound, deliver consistent growth of revenue and are resilient to adverse market conditions and economic downturns.

These trailblazer stocks are some of the most sought after in the country. Whether you are a novice or an experienced investor, you'd want to have some of these stocks in your portfolio.

Equitymaster has a powerful stock screener that lists out the top bluechips stocks in India.

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What are Bluechip Stocks?

Top Performing Largecap Stocks of 2023 So FarMar 13, 2023From ITC to Paytm, these five largecap companies have started 2023 with a bang.

Can This Stock be the Best Performer of 2023?Dec 23, 2022Mr Market could get greedy towards this bluechip in 2023, resulting in big returns.

5 Midcap Stocks with Bluechip Heritage. Add them to Your WatchlistNov 10, 2022These midcaps have what it takes to become bluechips some day.

This Bluechip Can Offer Great Returns in 2023Nov 7, 2022Mr Market could get greedy towards this bluechip in 2023, resulting in big returns.

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The Next Leg of Growth for Indian BluechipsJul 15, 2022The size of the balance sheets no longer determines if elephant-like bluechips can dance.

Given the Sell Off in the Markets, I am Investing in...Jun 20, 2022An Equitymaster poll finds out that majority of investors are investing in bluechips or largecaps rather than taking exposure to smallcaps or penny stocks.

4 BlueChip Stocks FIIs Love. Here's Why...May 16, 2022With all their research and resources, it's always interesting to see what FIIs are doing with their money.

Can Green Hydrogen be India's EV Battery Solution?May 6, 2022Green hydrogen presents India with an opportunity to lead a massive technological change.

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20 Investing Ideas from 20 Years of Wealth CreationNov 16, 2022Timeless wisdom from two decades of investing experience.

Why Divi's Lab Share is FallingNov 8, 2022The high growth Divi's Lab saw last year seems unsustainable going forward. Find out other reasons why the stock is under pressure.

5 Smallcap Stocks with Bluechip Heritage. Add them to Your WatchlistOct 6, 2022These smallcap companies have what it takes to become bluechips.

5 Bluechip Stocks Hitting 52-Week Lows. Time to Take a Look?Sep 24, 2022The recent stock market upheaval has bogged down shares of these 5 bluechips. Is it a good time to buy them?

5 Worst Performing Stocks of 2022 so far...Aug 4, 2022The correction has not spared even the bluest of bluechips.

Best Mutual Funds for Your Retirement PortfolioJul 1, 2022Take some calculated risks and invest in the best mutual funds for your retirement.

Forget Bluechips. Try these Stocks for Great Returns.Jun 8, 2022Rahul Shah on why skipping Asian Paints and TCS and buying these stocks could turn out to be a better idea.

3 Best Bluechip Funds to Add Stability to Your PortfolioMay 13, 2022Select large-cap funds have rewarded investors well on risk-adjusted returns, overperforming the Nifty 100-TRI.

4 Most Expensive Bluechip Stocks. Should You Sell?Apr 29, 2022These bluechip companies are trading at high valuations. What should be your course of action? Sell? Or hold?