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Call for Nominations: ACM India Doctoral Dissertation Award 2023

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Call for Nominations ACM India Doctoral Dissertation Award 2023 (For dissertations defended between  July 1, 2022 and June 30, 2023) To Be Awarded During the ACM India Annual Event in February 2024

The nomination window will open in the first week of July 2023.

The ACM India Doctoral Dissertation Award was established in 2011 by ACM India Council. This award recognizes the best doctoral dissertation(s) in Computer Science and Engineering from degree-awarding institutions based in India for each academic year. The ACM India Doctoral Dissertation Award is accompanied by a prize of ₹2,00,000. An honourable mention award, if any, is accompanied by a prize of ₹1,00,000. The dissertation(s) will be published in the ACM Digital Library. Tata Consultancy Services is the founding sponsor for this award.

Eligibility

Each PhD granting institution based in India can normally nominate one student for the award. Institutions that produce more than 10 dissertations in relevant areas per year can nominate two students. Each dissertation nominated for the 2023 award must have been defended successfully between July 1  and June 30 in the current cycle.  

Nominations must be received by August 31, 2023 at 11PM IST to qualify for consideration of the 2023 award.

Publication and Copyrights

Winning dissertations will be published in the ACM Digital Library. Each nomination must be accompanied by an assignment to ACM by the author of exclusive publication rights, as per ACM's copyright policies. Copyright will automatically revert to an author if her/his dissertation is not selected.

Nomination Procedure

The following instructions must be strictly adhered to, failing which, a nomination is likely to be desk-rejected.

• Candidates with a PhD degree completed from CS/CSE or allied disciplines are eligible to be nominated, subject to the clause of maximum number of nominations coming from any institute.
• The nominator must be the primary dissertation advisor of the nominee.
• The nominator must indicate whether they are aware of any action committed by the nominee that violates the ACM Code of Ethics and ACM’s Core Values before confirming. Please see the Policy for Honors Conferred by ACM .
• Each nomination must include a single zip file named NomineeName.zip , where NomineeName is the nominee’s full name, including first name, middle initial (if any) and last name (if any). For example, if the nominee’s name is Akbar K. Sharma, the zip file should be named AkbarKSharma.zip.

In order to create the zip file, first create a folder/directory named NomineeName (e.g. AkbarKSharma in the above example), then place all of the following files in it , and finally zip the folder/directory to create NomineeName.zip.

i. A PDF file named nomination.pdf containing a nomination letter by the primary dissertation advisor. This letter must include;

• The name, address, phone number and email address of the primary thesis advisor and co-advisors (if any)
• The name, mailing address and email address of the candidate
• A one-page (200-300 words) nomination statement addressing why the nominee should receive the award. This should address the significance of the dissertation, not simply replicate the information in the abstract
• Suggested citation if the nominee is selected. This should be a concise statement (maximum of 25 words) describing the key technical or professional accomplishment for which the nominee merits this award. Note that the final wording for awardees will be at the discretion of the Awards Committee

ii. A PDF file named endorsement.pdf containing an endorsement letter by the department head or a suitable substitute (in case the department head is an advisor/co-advisor of the nominee or has a conflict of interest with the nominee).

iii. At least three, and not more than five, PDF files named supporting_letter_1.pdf, supporting_letter_2.pdf etc., each containing a supporting letter from an expert in the field who can provide additional insights or evidence of the dissertation’s impact.

The following must be strictly adhered to for supporting letters.

• The primary advisor or co-advisors (if any) of the nominee may not write a supporting letter
• Dissertation review/evaluation forms or referee reports for dissertations do not qualify as supporting letters
• A supporting letter must explicitly mention that it is supporting the nomination for ACM India Doctoral Dissertation Award 2023
• Each letter must include the name, address, email address and telephone number of the supporter

iv. A PDF file named dissertation.pdf containing one copy of the dissertation in electronic format.

v. A PDF file named publications.pdf containing a record of publications in conferences and journals of the work reported in the dissertation, along with their citations, if any.

vi. A PDF file named copyright.pdf containing a copyright licensing form available at ( https://www.acm.org/binaries/content/assets/india/copyright-dda-2023.pdf ) filled out by the candidate and assigning licensing rights to ACM. Copyright will revert to the author if the nomination is not selected for publication

Mode of Submission

Nomination material must be submitted electronically by the primary dissertation advisor (not the nominee). Supporting letters must not come directly from the supporters, but must be included in the zip file as indicated above. All necessary material listed in points (i) through (vi) above must be collected and submitted by the primary dissertation advisor, bundled as a zip file. The zip file must be uploaded at https://cmt3.research.microsoft.com/ACMIndiaAwards2023 (provided the nomination window is enabled). Please choose “ACM India Doctoral Dissertation Award” track, fill in all required information in the online nomination form, and upload the zip file named NomineeName.zip at the above CMT site.

Selection Procedure

Dissertations will be reviewed for technical depth and significance of the research contribution, potential impact on theory and practice, and quality of presentation. An independent committee of eminent Computer Science researchers from across the world will perform an initial screening to generate a short list, followed by an in-depth evaluation to determine the winning dissertation. The decision of the committee will be final and binding.

For further queries on the ACM India Doctoral Dissertation Award, contact: [email protected] .

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Call for Nominations: ACM India Doctoral Dissertation Award 2023

Call for Nominations ACM India Doctoral Dissertation Award 2023 (For dissertations defended between July 1, 2022 and June 30, 2023) To Be Awarded During the ACM India Annual Event in February 2024

The ACM India Doctoral Dissertation Award was established in 2011 by ACM India Council. This award recognizes the best doctoral dissertation(s) in Computer Science and Engineering from degree-awarding institutions based in India for each academic year. The ACM India Doctoral Dissertation Award is accompanied by a prize of ₹2,00,000. An honourable mention award, if any, is accompanied by a prize of ₹1,00,000, shared equally by recipients (if more than one). The winning dissertation(s) will be published by ACM, including distribution through the ACM Digital Library. Tata Consultancy Services is the founding sponsor for this award.

Eligibility

Each PhD granting institution based in India can normally nominate one student for the award. Institutions that produce more than 10 dissertations in relevant areas per year can nominate two students. Each dissertation nominated for the 2023 award must have been defended successfully between July 1, 2022 and June 30, 2023 .

Nominations must be received by 11 pm August 31, 2023 Indian Standard Time to qualify for consideration of the 2023 award.

Publication and Copyrights

Winning dissertations will be published in the ACM Digital Library. Each nomination must be accompanied by an assignment to ACM by the author of exclusive publication rights, as per ACM's copyright policies. Copyright will automatically revert to an author if her/his dissertation is not selected.

Nomination Procedure

The following instructions must be strictly adhered to, failing which, a nomination is likely to be desk-rejected.

• Candidates with a PhD degree completed from CS/CSE or allied disciplines are eligible to be nominated, subject to the clause of maximum number of nominations coming from any institute.
• The nominator must be the primary dissertation advisor of the nominee.
• The nominator must indicate whether they are aware of any action committed by the nominee that violates the ACM Code of Ethics  and ACM’s Core Values before confirming. Please see the Policy for Honors Conferred by ACM .
• Each nomination must include a single zip file named NomineeName.zip , where NomineeName is the nominee’s full name, including first name, middle initial (if any) and last name (if any). For example, if the nominee’s name is Akbar K. Sharma, the zip file should be named AkbarKSharma.zip.

In order to create the zip file, first create a folder/directory named NomineeName (e.g. AkbarKSharma in the above example), then place all of the following files in it , and finally zip the folder/directory to create NomineeName.zip.

i. A PDF file named nomination.pdf containing a nomination letter by the primary dissertation advisor. This letter must include;

• The name, address, phone number and email address of the primary thesis advisor and co-advisors (if any)
• The name, mailing address and email address of the candidate
• A one-page (200-300 words) nomination statement addressing why the nominee deserves to receive the award. This should address the significance of the dissertation, not simply replicate the information in the abstract.
• Suggested citation if the nominee is selected. This should be a concise statement ( maximum of 25 words ) describing the key technical or professional accomplishment for which the nominee merits this award. Note that the final wording for awardees will be at the discretion of the Awards Committee.

ii. A PDF file named endorsement.pdf containing an endorsement letter by the department head or a suitable substitute (in case the department head is an advisor/co-advisor of the nominee or has a conflict of interest with the nominee).

iii. At least three, and not more than five, PDF files named supporting_letter_1.pdf, supporting_letter_2.pdf etc., each containing a supporting letter from an expert in the field who can provide additional insights or evidence of the dissertation’s impact.

The following must be strictly adhered to for supporting letters.

• The primary advisor or co-advisors (if any) of the nominee may not write a supporting letter
• Dissertation review/evaluation forms or referee reports for dissertations do not qualify as supporting letters
• A supporting letter must explicitly mention that it is supporting the nomination for ACM India Doctoral Dissertation Award 2023
• Each letter must include the name, address, email address and telephone number of the supporter

iv. A PDF file named dissertation.pdf containing one copy of the dissertation in electronic format.

v. A PDF file named publications.pdf containing a record of publications in conferences and journals of the work reported in the dissertation, along with their citations, if any.

vi. A PDF file named copyright.pdf containing a copyright licensing form available at (https://www.acm.org/binaries/content/assets/india/copyright-dda-2023.pdf) filled out by the candidate and assigning licensing rights to ACM. Copyright will revert to the author if the nomination is not selected for publication.

Mode of Submission

Nomination material must be submitted electronically by the primary dissertation advisor (not the nominee). Supporting letters must not come directly from the supporters, but must be included in the zip file as indicated above. All necessary material listed in points (i) through (vi) above must be collected and submitted by the primary dissertation advisor, bundled as a zip file. The zip file must be uploaded at https://cmt3.research.microsoft.com/ACMIndiaAwards2023 Please choose “ACM India Doctoral Dissertation Award” track, fill in all required information in the online nomination form, and upload the zip file named NomineeName.zip at the above CMT site.

Selection Procedure

Dissertations will be reviewed for technical depth and significance of the research contribution, potential impact on theory and practice, and quality of presentation. An independent committee of eminent Computer Science researchers from across the world will perform an initial screening to generate a short list, followed by an in-depth evaluation to determine the winning dissertation. The decision of the committee will be final and binding.

For further queries on the ACM India Doctoral Dissertation Award, contact: [email protected] .

2023 IKDD DOCTORAL DISSERTATION IN DATA SCIENCE AWARD: CALL FOR NOMINATIONS

This annual award launched by IKDD in 2022, recognizes the best doctoral dissertation(s) in the broad areas of Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Mining, Knowledge Discovery and applications of Data-driven techniques. The IKDD Doctoral Dissertation Award winner and up to two runners-up will be recognized at the annual CODS-COMAD conference, and their dissertations will have the opportunity to be published on the IKDD Web site ( https://ikdd.acm.org/ ). The award winner will receive a plaque and a cheque for INR 1,00,000. The runners-up will receive a plaque and a cheque of INR 50,000. The winner and runners-up will also receive a free registration to attend the CODS-COMAD conference and will be invited to present their work in a special session at the conference.

Nomination Deadline: August 31, 2023

Eligibility

Nominated candidates must be from a PhD granting institute in India. Further, the nominated candidate should have successfully defended his/her thesis between August 8, 2022 and August 31, 2023 (i.e., in the period between last year’s deadline and this year’s deadline for application). Every PhD granting institute in India will be allowed to nominate 1 candidate from across all disciplines working in relevant areas. Institutes that produce more than 10 dissertations in relevant areas during the one year period under consideration can nominate 2 students. Institutes should self-declare in case they are nominating 2 students and furnish supporting evidence.

Important Dates

• Submission Deadline: August 31, 2023
• Notification of Awards: December 31, 2023
• Award Presentation at CODS-COMAD 2024

Nomination Requirements

Nominations must be made by the doctoral advisor. All nomination materials must be in English and in PDF format. Late submissions will not be accepted. A nomination must include:

• The name, address, phone number and email address of the advisor
• The name, mailing address and email address of the candidate
• A one-page (200-300 words) nomination statement addressing why the nominee should receive the award. The nomination should explain the significance of the work in the context of Data Science. In particular, the nomination should focus on the significance of the work and not just repeat the contents of the abstract of the thesis.
• A concise statement (maximum of 25 words) describing the key technical or professional accomplishment for which the nominee merits this award. This would serve as the suggested citation for the award, in case the nominee is selected. Note that the final wording for awardees will be at the discretion of the Awards Committee.
• An endorsement letter by the department head or a suitable substitute (in case of a conflict of interest).
• At least 3, and not more than 5, supporting letters from experts in the field who can provide additional insights or evidence of the dissertation’s impact. The nominator/advisor may not write a letter of support. Each letter should include the name, address, and telephone number of the supporter.
• One copy of the thesis in English in electronic (PDF) format
• A copy of the thesis review comments given by the external examiners.
• A list of publications in conferences and journals based on the work reported in the dissertation, along with their citations if any. The nomination should also include all the reviews received during the publication process.
• A copyright transfer form signed by the appropriate authority in the candidate’s parent institute giving permission for the dissertation to appear on ikdd.acm.org website if the dissertation is selected as an award recipient

The dissertation can be nominated in parallel for other national and global awards, such as the ACM, the ACM India and the SIGKDD Doctoral Dissertation awards.

Submission Procedure

All nomination materials must be submitted using this Easy Chair link . All required documents must be uploaded as a zip file.

All nomination materials must be submitted electronically to [email protected] :. Please use "[IKDD Dissertation Award]" in your subject line. All required documents must be attached in a single email.

Award Committee

2023 Award Winners

Thesis: Robustness, Evaluation and Adaptation of Machine Learning Models in the Wild

Institute: IIT Bombay

IKDD congratulates Vihari Piratla for his work on tackling the critical challenge of handling distributional drifts in ML deployment, and making impactful contributions in generalization, adaptation, and evaluation of models under changing domains.

Thesis: Towards and Beyond Continually Learning Neural Networks

Institute: IIT Hyderabad

IKDD congratulates Joseph K J for making impactful contributions to continual learning in computer vision, and going beyond to establish newer settings such as open-world object detection and novel class discovery without forgetting, which have real-world applications in autonomous navigation and marine biology

Thesis: Self-Supervised Domain Adaptation Frameworks for Computer Vision Tasks

Institute: IISc Bangalore

IKDD congratulates Jogendra Nath Kundu for making groundbreaking contributions to unsupervised domain adaptation and self-supervised learning techniques for structured prediction based vision tasks, advancing the practical deployment of intelligent machines in real-world scenarios.

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As the Editor-in-Chief of Processes , it is my great pleasure to announce the winner of the 2023 Best PhD Thesis Award. This award is for a PhD student or recently qualified PhD who has produced a highly anticipated thesis with great academic potential.

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“Harnessing Bioelectrochemical Systems for Sustainable Agriculture” by Shuyao Wang, McGill University, Canada The winner will receive CHF 500, a certificate and a chance to publish a paper free of charge after peer review in Processes in 2024.

On behalf of the evaluation committee, I congratulate the winner on their accomplishments. We would like to take this opportunity to thank all the applicants for submitting their exceptional theses and thank the Award Committee for voting and helping with this award.

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This Award is initiated in 2023 to encourage and motivate researchers to pursue a career in Soft Computing / Optimization / Operations Research / Artificial Intelligence / Data Science and other allied areas. 

This year’s award will be announced during 12 th International Conference on Soft Computing for Problem Solving (SocProS 2023) to be held at IIT Roorkee during August 11-13, 2023.

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The IEOM Doctoral Dissertation Competition recognizes outstanding research in industrial engineering, manufacturing engineering, systems engineering, operations research, engineering management and operations management. All submissions must be presented either onsite or via Zoom at the India Conference 2023. Awards will be given based on the technical content and presentation.  The winning awards will be given at the 2023 India Conference.

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The Council of Architecture, with a view to encourage and motivate the students of Graduate Courses in Architecture has instituted a National Awards for Excellence in Architectural Thesis, submitted in compliance to the requirements of the bachelor’s degree program in Architecture and invites students to participate in this prestigious competition by submitting their thesis projects in accordance with the conditions and instructions.  

The term Student' shall mean a bonafide student of a College of Architecture, who has appeared for Final Year B. Arch. Examination at the end of the academic year. Each thesis project must be submitted by the head of the institute/ principal of the college, with consent from the student. Each college/school of architecture approved by the Council of Architecture may send entries as per the rules depending upon the sanctioned intake, for the Final Year B. Arch. examination at the end of the academic year. No blood relative of any member of the Board of Assessors shall take part either directly or indirectly in the awards program nor be entrusted either directly or indirectly with work connected with the award-winning thesis. No member of the promoting body or an associate an employee or any member concerned with the preparation or organizing of the competition shall be eligible to assist a student participating in the program

Future Program

APSR – PLANTA

7th plantica-apsr awards, 2024, nomination for plantica-apsr awards – 2024 are open from 08 may, 2024 and will be closed on 10 june, 2024. submit nomination as per eligibility given below..

The Association of Plant Science Researchers (APSR) invites nominations for Young Scientist Awards and Excellence Research Fellow Awards in the field of Agriculture, Applied and Life Sciences for the year 2024. PLANTICA awards were instituted in 2018 to motivate high quality fundamental and applied research amongst researchers in India in the field of Agriculture, Applied and Life Sciences. This is an annual award open to all Indian Researchers in the field of Agriculture, Applied and Life Sciences under following subject categories:

(Top 03 Awards in each Subject Category)

1. young scientist award.

No. of Award: Top 03 in each subject category

Award Include: Each award will consist of a “ Citation, one Medal and Life Member Certificate of the Association

Life Membership of Association of Plant Science Researchers (APSR) to the Young Scientist Awardees. The entire Young Scientist awardees can write the “MAPSR” (Life Member of Association of Plant Science Researchers) with their degrees for example Mr. A. B. Pant, M.Sc., MAPSR

Eligibility: Scholars/ Researchers/Faculty/ Scientist

Age Limit: up to 35 Years

2. Excellence Research Fellow Award

No. of Award: 03 in each subject category

Award Include: Each award will consist of a “ Citation, one Medal and Life Member Certificate of the Association.

Fellow Membership of Association of Plant Science Researchers (FAPSR) to the Excellence Research Fellow Award. The entire awardees can write the “FAPSR” (Fellow Member of Association of Plant Science Researchers) with their degrees for example Dr. S. C. Pant, M.Sc., Ph.D., FAPSR

Eligibility: All Researchers/ Faculty/ Scientist who have Ph.D. with minimum 03 years of post Ph.D. experience.

Age Limit: up to 55 Years

PLANTICA Awards – 2023

Plantica awards – from 2019 to 2022.

Plantica Young Scientist Award

Plantica Excellence Research Fellow Award

PLantica Best Thesis and Innovative Research Award

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Prof. V. N. Prasad National Best Thesis Award is given every year to the students of Schools of Planning / IITs / Departments of Universities imparting Town and Country Planning Education which are recognized by Institute of Town Planners, India.

  The first prize comprises of certification and a cash prize of Rs. 30,000/-.

  The second and third prize comprises of certification and cash prize of Rs. 20,000/- and Rs. 10,000/- respectively.

ITPI gives every year Dr. D. S. Meshram Best thesis Award for the students of B.Plan for which entries are received from all recognized Schools/Institutions imparting B.Plan education .

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MANAGE Award for Best Book & Thesis in Agricultural Extension

Award Winners-2020 | Award Winners-2021 | Award Winners-2022

Purpose of the Award:

MANAGE - Best Agricultural Extension Book Award: MANAGE presents Best Agricultural Extension Book Award to recognize the Indian Authors in the area of Agricultural Extension in a given year, who is distinguished themselves for their work. The Award is instituted to inculcate and encourage scientists, extension functionaries and agri. professionals to continuously write and promote outstanding books in the Agricultural Extension stream. This Award is also important to update the book lovers and stakeholders to choose the best books.

MANAGE - Best Ph.D Agricultural Extension Thesis Award: MANAGE presents Best Agricultural Extension Thesis Award to recognize the outstanding research work carried out by the Indian students in Ph.D in the area of Agricultural Extension in a given year. The Award is instituted to inculcate and encourage innovative thinking amongst the young scientists of Agricultural Extension fraternity and promote most impactful research studies in the extension stream and thereby improve the standard of research.

MANAGE - Best Post Graduate Agricultural Extension Thesis Award: MANAGE presents Best Agricultural Extension Thesis Award to recognize the outstanding research work carried out by the Indian students in Masters in the area of Agricultural Extension in a given year. The Award is instituted to inculcate and encourage innovative thinking amongst the young scientists of Agricultural Extension fraternity and promote most impactful research studies in the extension stream and thereby improve the standard of research.

Guidelines for submission of application::

• MANAGE - Best Agricultural Extension Book Award - Click here for Guidelines and Selection Criteria
• MANAGE - Best Ph.D Agricultural Extension Thesis Award - Click here for Guidelines and Selection Criteria
• MANAGE - Best Post Graduate Agricultural Extension Thesis Award - Click here for Guidelines and Selection Criteria

Application Format:

• MANAGE - Best Agricultural Extension Book Award - Click here for Application Format
• MANAGE - Best Ph.D (Agricultural Extension) Thesis Award - Click here for Application Format
• MANAGE - Best M.Sc (Agricultural Extension) Thesis Award - Click here for Application Format

Department of Molecular Biology

Class Day 2023 & MolBio Award Recipients

The Great MolBio Class of 2023. Photo by C. Todd Reichart.

Hearty Congratulations to the Class of 2023 MolBio Award Recipients honored on Class Day, Monday, May 29, 2023!

"These awards honor a terrific group of seniors for their exemplary senior thesis research and writing, and we wish them the very best in their future endeavors," noted Elizabeth Gavis , Director of the Undergraduate Program and the Damon B. Pfeiffer Professor in the Life Sciences.

Corazón Núñez '23, recipient of the George Khoury '65 Senior Prize for Academic Excellence, given to the student with the highest departmental GPA;

Corazón Núñez '23, recipient of the George Khoury '65 Senior Prize for Academic Excellence with Bonnie Bassler, faculty and Chair.

Ishea Johnson '23, recipient of the Sigma Xi Book Award for Outstanding Thesis Research;

Ishea Johnson '23, recipient of the Sigma Xi Book Award for Outstanding Thesis Research with Bonnie Bassler, faculty and Chair.

Molecular Biology Senior Thesis Prize winners: Haley Tran '23, Irene Kim '23, Gillian Hilscher '23, Adrienne Chang '23, and Amanda Banh '23;

Bonnie Bassler, faculty and Chair and Elizabeth Gavis, faculty and Director of Undergraduate Studies, with Molecular Biology Senior Thesis Prize winners: Haley Tran '23, Irene Kim '23, Gillian Hilscher '23, Adrienne Chang '23, and Amanda Banh '23.

Nelson Chow '23, recipient of the Senior Thesis Prize in Global Health and Health Policy;

Bonnie Bassler, faculty and Chair with Nelson Chow '23, recipient of the Senior Thesis Prize in Global Health and Health Policy. Elizabeth Gavis, faculty and Director of Undergraduate Studies at the mic.

Emily Schoeman '23, recipient of the Senior Thesis Prize in Global Health and Health Policy Honorable Mention (no photo);

Gillian Hilscher '23, Dean Hank Dobin Prize in Community-Engaged Independent Work, Second Place (no photo).

Phi Beta Kappa

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India Stock Market Outlook June 2024

Updated: Jun 5, 2024, 8:54pm

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The Indian stock market experienced significant volatility marked by record highs in the run up for Elections and notable corrections following the Elections’ results with the market nosediving to a four-year low as investor sentiment was dented. Both institutional and domestic investors-at-large anticipated India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi to secure a landslide victory, the expectation of which was crushed as the Modi-led Bharatiya Janata Party failed to secure a clear majority. 

Despite this, several sectors have demonstrated key stocks’ robust performance in 2024 with market participants keen to invest in companies with strong fundamentals. This article delves into the monthly performance of the stock market, highlighting sectors that have excelled and identifying undervalued sectors poised for future growth.

India Stock Market Performance So Far

Here are the sectors that have performed the best and the worst in the last one month according to data publicly available.

Top Performing Sectors

1. Hardware Technology & Equipment

• Monthly Change : +12.28%
• Advances/Declines Ratio : 0.3
• PE Ratio : 44.1
• ROE : 11.8%
• ROCE : 16.6%

Rationale : This sector has seen strong performance due to increased demand for hardware solutions and technological advancements, reflecting positive investor sentiment and growth potential.

2. FMCG (Fast-Moving Consumer Goods)

• Monthly Change : +12.12%
• Advances/Declines Ratio : 0.5
• PE Ratio : 54.8
• ROE : 41.8%
• ROCE : 39.1%

Rationale : Consistent consumer demand and resilient business models have propelled the FMCG sector to strong performance. The high returns on equity and capital employed underscore the sector’s efficiency and profitability.

3. General Industrials

• Monthly Change : +7.44%
• Advances/Declines Ratio : 0.4
• PE Ratio : 60.2
• ROE : 20.1%

Rationale : Benefiting from increased infrastructure spending and industrial production, this sector has shown robust growth, indicating favorable conditions for investors.

4. Automobiles & Auto Components

• Monthly Change : +6.97%
• PE Ratio : 59.4
• ROE : 20.7%
• ROCE : 20.8%

Rationale : Recovery in demand and improvements in supply chain management have driven the strong performance of the auto sector, making it an attractive investment option.

5. Consumer Durables

• Monthly Change : +6.59%
• PE Ratio : 55.9
• ROE : 15.7%
• ROCE : 20.9%

Rationale : Increased consumer spending and innovation in product offerings have contributed to the sector’s positive performance, presenting investment opportunities.

Sectors with Potential Growth

1. Retailing

• Monthly Change : +5.72%
• Advances/Declines Ratio : 0.7
• PE Ratio : 51.6
• ROE : 20.9%

Rationale : The sector shows resilience and growth potential driven by consumer spending and the expansion of e-commerce platforms.

2. Telecom Services

• Monthly Change : +4.82%
• Advances/Declines Ratio : 0.9
• PE Ratio : 44.6
• ROE : 12.6%
• ROCE : 11.3%

Rationale : Growing demand for data services and network expansions present significant opportunities for growth in the telecom sector.

3. Metals & Mining

• Monthly Change : +4.51%
• PE Ratio : 57.4
• ROE : 23.5%
• ROCE : 25.3%

Rationale : Benefiting from increased commodity prices and global demand, this sector shows potential for continued growth.

Underperforming but Fundamentally Strong Sectors

1. Utilities

• Monthly Change : -0.33%
• Advances/Declines Ratio : 0.2
• PE Ratio : 59.9
• ROE : 18.3%
• ROCE : 14.9%

Rationale : Despite stable returns, the utilities sector has shown lackluster performance due to regulatory challenges and limited growth prospects. However, its fundamentals remain strong, indicating potential for recovery.

• Monthly Change : -0.39%
• PE Ratio : 49.2
• ROE : 15.4%
• ROCE : 18.8%

Rationale : The media sector faces challenges such as declining advertising revenues, but its fundamental strength suggests potential for improvement with strategic operational changes.

3. Banking and Finance

• Monthly Change : -2.87%
• PE Ratio : 49.1
• ROE : 17.7%

Rationale : Despite facing issues like rising NPAs and regulatory scrutiny, the banking and finance sector is fundamentally strong. With the right reforms and improvements, this sector can offer substantial long-term gains.

How Should Investors Invest In June

Best sector to invest in.

• FMCG (Fast-Moving Consumer Goods)

Rationale : With a monthly change of +12.12%, the FMCG sector stands out as the best investment option. It has demonstrated consistent consumer demand, resilient business models, and high efficiency. The sector’s strong PE ratio of 54.8, along with impressive returns on equity (41.8%) and capital employed (39.1%), underscores its robust performance and profitability, making it an attractive choice for investors seeking stability and growth.

Segments to Invest In

• Consumer-Driven Sectors : FMCG, Consumer Durables, and Retailing are set for continued growth due to strong consumer demand.
• Technology and Healthcare : Hardware Technology & Equipment and Healthcare Equipment & Supplies benefit from digital transformation and increased healthcare needs.
• Industrials and Infrastructure : General Industrials and Transportation are expected to thrive with ongoing infrastructure investments.

Segments to Avoid

• Utilities : Given the recent underperformance and limited growth prospects, utilities may not offer significant near-term gains.
• Media and Commercial Services & Supplies : Weak performance and operational inefficiencies make these sectors less appealing.
• Forest Materials and Fertilizers : These sectors face challenges such as fluctuating commodity prices and regulatory uncertainties, posing higher risks for investors.

Bottom Line 

June’s stock market performance has highlighted both opportunities and challenges across various sectors. While some sectors have shown strong growth post-election, others remain undervalued despite their fundamental strengths. By focusing on sectors with robust growth prospects and strong fundamentals, investors can navigate the current market volatility and optimize their portfolios for better returns. Diversification and a long-term perspective will be key to achieving sustained investment success in the evolving market landscape.

Investor sentiment was influenced by concerns over potential political instability and changes in government policies. However, the underlying strength of the Indian economy and positive corporate earnings helped mitigate some of these concerns. Moving forward, the market is likely to remain sensitive to political developments, but the long-term outlook remains positive given the fundamental strength of the economy and robust corporate performance.

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Armaan is the India Lead Editor for Forbes Advisor. He has more than a decade’s experience working with media and publishing companies to help them build expert-led content and establish editorial teams. At Forbes Advisor, he is determined to help readers declutter complex financial jargons and do his bit for India's financial literacy.

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