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INFOSYS! HAS THE UP RALLY JUST STARTED OR IS IT JUST A SHOOT UP BEFORE A DRASTIC FALL?

INFOSYS! HAS THE UP RALLY JUST STARTED OR IS IT JUST A SHOOT UP BEFORE A DRASTIC FALL?

The Stock Market reacted positively to the Infosys First Quarterly Results.  Infosys posted at 3.7% year on year increase in its 1st Quarter net profit after getting new contracts and foreign Exchange gains boosted earnings. The consolidated profit for the quarter ended June 30 rose to Rs 2374 crore from Rs 2289 crore in the same period a year ago.

Infosys’ top client contributed 3.9% of the company’s total revenues during the first quarter. In the previous quarter, its top client contributed 3.6% of the total revenues. Infosys said it had 836 active clients during the first quarter. Infosys and its subsidiaries added 66 clients during the quarter.

In US dollar terms, its consolidated net profit rose marginally by 0.5 per cent to $418 million in the April-June quarter this fiscal from $416 million in the same quarter of 2012-13.

The Infosys July Fut had already closed above its 200 day EMA on Thursday at 2534, maybe anticipating a better than expected results on the Friday. The Infosys July Fut jumped up with a gap on Friday to close at 2810.05 up by 10.87%.

However it has to be noted that after making an intraday high of 2914.35, it shed most of its gains. If at all Infosys is able to open up and sustain above 2819, then it may be possible for Infosys July Fut to touch 3005. If it crosses 2828 also it can touch 3015. But if Infosys falls below 2819, it may give a correction first. The correction can be severe and drag Infosys to 2627 on the down side.

Infosys July Fut made a high of 2914.35 and a low of 2469.80 this week and was up by 13.94% from the previous week.

Amongst its other IT peers Wipro July Fut looks good and has the ability to go till 391 from the current market price of 376.95.

Daily Market Update 17th June 2013

WTI Oil Trades Near 14-MoWTI Oil Trades Near 14-Month High on Outlook for U.S. Job Gainsnth High on Outlook for U.S. Job Gains

West Texas Intermediate (WTI) traded near highest price in 14 months and was poised for 2nd weekly gain on speculation demand will increase in America, the biggest oil consumer of the world. In New York, futures were little unchanged after closing 3rd July at $101.24 per barrel, the highest since 3rd May 2012. American employers perhaps created almost as many jobs last month unlike in May. U.S. crude inventories fell by 10.3 million barrels last week, the most this year. Ken Hasegawa, Energy Trading Manager at Newedge Group, Tokyo said oil demand will gradually grow in the 2nd half with some rebound in economies, particularly in America.

For August delivery, West Texas Intermediate was at $101.03 per barrel in electronic trading on NYME (New York Mercantile Exchange), down 21 cents. Volume of all futures traded was nearly 4 times the 100-day average. Prices have advanced 4.6% this week, set for first weekly close above $100 since last year. There was no floor trading in New York yesterday due to Independence Day holiday.

United States Jobs

For August settlement, Brent was at $105.44 per barrel on London-based ICE Futures Europe exchange, down 10 cents and headed for 2nd weekly increase. European benchmark grade was at premium of $4.41 to West Texas Intermediate contracts. As per median of 90 estimates from economists surveyed by Bloomberg, American non-farm payrolls perhaps rose by 165,000 workers last month, after climbing 175,000 in May. Labor Department report will perhaps show unemployment rate retreated to7.5%, matching a 4-year low in April. United States accounted for 21% of international oil consumption in 2012 unlike 11% for China, the 2nd biggest user.

Egypt Turmoil

West Texas Intermediate surged above $100 per barrel this week for the first time since September as political shutdown in Egypt heightened concern that unrest in most crowded Arab country will disrupt and spread regional oil supplies. Egypt’s Army forced Mohammed Mursi from power a year after his election and military appointed interim President, Adly Mansour was sworn in. White House and most leaders in Congress have so far avoided describing the transition as a coup that could cost Egypt over $1.5 billion a year in humanitarian and military aid under United States law.

Egypt controls Suez Mediterranean Pipeline and Suez Canal, through which a combined 2.24 million barrels of oil was shipped from Red Sea to North American and Europe in 2011. International Energy Agency in Paris said Middle East accounted for 35% of international output in first quarter of 2013. OPEC (Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries) will be boosting crude shipments by 2.3% through late July as driving demand peaks during Northern Hemisphere summer. OPEC that pumps around 40% of world’s oil will ship 24.18 million barrels per day in 4 weeks ending 20th July.

Technological Strength

West Texas Intermediate’s rally is stalling as prices might have risen too quickly for further gains to be sustainable. The 14-day relative strength index was at 68.2 on 3rd July. Traders usually sell contracts when reading is above 70, which signals a market is overbought. Futures will perhaps decline next week. 21 of 36 traders and analysts, forecast crude will decrease through 12th July. 33% or 12 respondents predicted a gain.

Sensex Rangebound; Top 16 Stocks In Action

Standard & Poor’s 500 BSE Sensex managed to bounce back from lows today, even as other markets of Asia reel under pressure after factory activity of China shrank for the 2nd straight month last month and reached its lowest in 9 months. At 10:00 AM, 30-share index was up 0.28% or 54 points at 19,449.10, touching a low of 19,347.57 and a high of 19,496.09 in trade today. The Nifty was at 5857.00, up 15 points or 0.27 per cent. It touched a high of 5,870.35 and a low of 5,822.20 in trade today.

Somil Mehta, Senior Tech Analyst, Sharekhan said that Nifty is likely to head higher till 5900. In this period the resistance will be at 5900 and key support will be at around 5836. Nifty has bounced sharply completing a 5-wave decline and is now likely to continue to rise till 5916. Mr. Somil is of the view that short-term bias for Nifty has changed to positive for target of 5916 with reversal around 5630. While, the medium term outlook remains negative with reversal above overlap level of 5936 i.e. wave 1.

Check out the list of 15 stocks that are in focus in morning trade:

IOC, HPCLBSE 0.14% and BPCLBSE -0.21% will be in focus, after state-owned oil companies increased petrol prices by Rs 1.82 per litre, excluding VAT or local sales tax.

At 10:00 a.m.; IOCBSE -0.60% was down 0.7%, followed by HPCL which was trading 0.3% lower.

Automakers will remain in focus as they start revealing monthly sales volume data for June 2013 from 01, July 2013.

At 10:00 a.m.; Maruti Suzuki BSE -0.65% was trading 0.3% higher at Rs. 1542.96.

Cement companies will remain in focus as they start revealing monthly sales volume data for June 2013 from 01, July 2013.

At 10:00 a.m.; ACC Ltd was trading 1.5% higher at Rs. 1241.65.

Reliance Infrastructure Limited, after Reliance Infrastructure-led consortium temporarily shut down operations of Delhi Airport Metro Express citing safety concerns; it has decided to walk out of the project from 30th June. Delhi Metro will operate the 22.7km line from today in public interest.

At 10:00 a.m.; the stock was trading 1.3% higher at Rs. 353.50.

Tata Power BSE 2.15% Limited will be in focus as it’s one of 3 power distribution companies in Mumbai, the other 2 being Reliance Infra and BEST.

At 10:00 a.m.; the stock was trading 2.2% higher at Rs. 88.

Jet Airways and SpiceJet will be in focus after ATF (Jet fuel) prices were hiked by steep 5.8%, the 2nd consecutive increase since last month, as rupee depreciation made imports costlier.

At 10:00 a.m.; Jet Airways was up 1.8% to Rs. 457.85 and SpiceJet was trading 3.8% higher at Rs. 28.

United Spirits Limited, after Morgan Stanley Asia, bought 10.80 lakh shares of Vijay Mallya led United Spirits Limited for estimated Rs 229 crore.

At 10:00 a.m.; the stock was trading 4.8% higher at Rs 2276.80.

Jindal Steel and Power Limited, after the company plans to commission two MTPA (million tonnes per annum) capacity plant in October in Oman, which the company claims would be the biggest steel plant in Gulf region.

At 10:00 a.m.; the stock was trading 1.7% higher at Rs. 221.

TCS Limited, after the biggest software exporter of India is planning to sack 172 employees at its Finland offices by August as a part of process to streamline its operations.

At 10:00 a.m.; the stock was trading 1.08% lower at Rs 1501.

After Noida-based Company, HCL Technologies Limited is expected to lay off around 250 of its employees in Finland. According to the reports, HCL Tech had entered into international, long term IT infrastructure management outsourcing services agreement with TCS together with Nokia this year.

At 10:00 a.m.; the stock was trading 0.6% lower at Rs. 771.

GMR Infrastructure Ltd, after infrastructure major GMR Group is amongst 11 bidders originally shortlisted to build 200 MW gas-fired power plant in Malta, Africa.

At 10:00 a.m.; the stock was trading 2% higher at Rs. 17.95.

ONGC (Oil and Natural Gas Corporation) has initiated talks with RIL (Reliance Industries) seeking a deal to share infrastructure at KG (Krishna-Godavari) basin.

At 10:00 a.m.; the stock was trading 1% higher at Rs. 334.35.

Understanding Stock Market Sectors

Have you considered trading in share market sectors? Here are some thoughts on phenomenon known as sector rotation. While plenty of long term investors might dabble in some level of sector investing for purposes of diversification, probably by using sector specific exchange traded funds, individual stocks or mutual funds. These are traders who want to take the benefit and exploit changes in market sectors over time, with the aim of possibly beating the market.

What are Agriculture Stocks

Agriculture stock sector is made of diverse group of individual shares. These shares are mainly involved in chemical products, genetically modified seeds, seeds, fertilizers, food products and feed products. This sector has been one of the growing and leading sectors in the share market for the last two decades. Below is the list of most frequently traded and active agriculture shares in the world:

Monsanto Co. (NYSE:MON)

Potash Corp. of Saskatchewan, Inc. (NYSE:POT)

Mosaic Company (NYSE:MOS)

Agrium Inc. (NYSE:AGU)

Intrepid Potash, Inc. (NYSE:IPI)

CF Industries Holdings Inc. (NYSE:CF)

Archer Daniels Midland Company (NYSE:ADM)

Market Vectors Agribusiness ETF (NYSE:MOO

Syngenta AG (NYSE:SYT)

There are some important characteristics to know when trading many of leading agriculture stocks, as these stocks often have tendency to trade much like commodity stocks. Thus, agriculture stocks are basically affected by strength of American dollar. In the last decade, United States Dollar Index has declined by 40% and trend in agriculture stocks has been higher since that time.

What are Insurance Stocks

Most insurance stocks have been some of the largest winning stocks on Wall Street throughout history. In general, these shares will collect premiums for years and have to only payout claims in rare instances. Most of the times, insurance companies face potential loss and will come at the hands of natural disaster. In the year 2004, many of leading insurance firms faced most significant hardship and decline in share prices after tsunami and massive earthquake, took place in Indian Ocean. In 2011, Japan experienced tsunami and massive earthquake, this occurrence once again caused short term decline in most of major insurance firms. In 2008, American International Group Inc. was bailed out by American government after the company failed to make good on its insurance obligations.

Insurance firms have plenty of different business categories. The most is casualty and real estate segment, which ranges from umbrella coverages, workers compensation, liability, automobile, marine, property and livestock. Other categories include several health insurance options including disability coverage and life insurance for groups and individuals and more.

AFLAC Inc. (NYSE:AFL)

American International Group (NYSE:AIG)

The Allstate Corporation (NYSE:ALL)

Progressive Corp. (NYSE:PGR)

AXA (ADR) (AXAHY.PK)

Hartford Financial Services Group Inc. (HIG)

ING Group N.V. (ADR) (NYSE:ING)

MetLife, Inc. (NYSE:MET)

Prudential Financial Inc. (NYSE:PRU)

China Life Insurance Company Ltd. (ADR) (NYSE:LFC)

Sun Life Financial Inc. (NYSE:SLF)

What are Energy Stocks

Energy stocks include wide variety of firms. Old staples such as Chevron Corporation and Exxon Mobil Corporation are most commonly discussed. These are two most significant components and oil stocks of Dow Jones Industrial Average. Energy stocks basically refers to organizations, which produce energy; these might include solar, natural gas, electric, coal or other kinds of non renewable or renewable energy.

Energy Stocks Include:

ConocoPhillips (NYSE:COP)-Oil

BP plc (ADR) (NYSE:BP) – Oil

Devon Energy Corporation (NYSE:DVN) – Natural Gas

Chesapeake Energy Corporation (NYSE:CHK) – Natural Gas

Alpha Natural Resources, Inc. (NYSE:ANR) – Coal

James River Coal Company (NASDAQ:JRCC) – Coal

First Solar, Inc. (NASDAQ:FSLR) – Solar

What are Bank Stocks

Bank stocks fall into financial sector. Financial firms fall into different segments such as loan players or savings, which help the institutional trading, mortgage lenders, individual, credit card issuers, money management holding firms and more. Bank accept deposits while accumulating those funds for providing credit and they directly or indirectly lend or increase money flow through investment. Well known players in the market include:

Bank of America Corp (NYSE:BAC)

JPMorgan Chase & Co. (NYSE:JPM)

Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (NYSE:GS)

Citigroup Inc. (NYSE:C).

Historically, bank stocks were low risk investments, which paid high dividend. Plenty of older individuals would hold these stocks in their retirement accounts as they were called being safe investments.

Overall, it would be fair enough to say that stocks classification into sectors greatly enhances the investor’s unambiguousness of immeasurable stock data. This in turn increases his ability to make better investment or trading decisions.

Morgan Stanley to Goldman Cut Gold Forecasts as Easing May End

 Morgan Stanley lowered its forecasts for gold, joining UBS Ag and Goldman Sachs Group Inc. in paring estimates on prospects that United States Federal Reserve will be scaling back monetary stimulus as economy recovers. Bank cut its 2013 target from $1487 to $1409 an ounce, trimmed its 2015 estimate from $1450 to $1300 and reduced its prediction for 2014 from $1563 to $1313. Joel Crane and Peter Richardson wrote in a report that Morgan Stanley also lowered its silver and gold forecasts through 2018. Analysts to Standard Bank PLC from BNP Paribas SA are cutting their outlook for gold as precious metal heads for its largest drop in over 30 years.

Bullion has fallen 23% this year after rallying for more than a decade, slumping to lowest level since 2010 past week after Ben Bernanke, United States Federal Reserve Chairman said Central Bank might slow its bond purchasing program if American economy continues to enhance. With trader demand for safe haven assets waning against backdrop of increasing American bond yields and reinforcing US dollar, market situations for silver and gold have become markedly less favorable. For immediate delivery, gold added 0.2% to 1285.43 in Singapore after tumbling to $1269.46 on 21st June. Traders marketed 537.3 metric tons from bullion backed ETFs (exchange traded funds) in 2013, erasing over $55 billion from fund value.

ETP Slump

Holdings in ETPs (Energy Transfer Partners) declined to 2094.647 on Monday, the least since 2010. Assets are down 20% this year after climbing each year since the first product was listed on 2003. Joel Crane and Peter Richardson wrote in a report that this fundamental and historic change in one of the key drivers of gold bull market is emphasizing sharp decline in desirability of this investment form. Goldman Sachs Group that expects energy transfer partners to decline at steady pace of one million ounces per month lowered its 2014 prediction from $1270 to $1050 and cut its 2013 year end price target from $1435 to $1300.

Mr. Ben Bernanke stated on 19th June that Central Bank that purchases $85 billion of mortgage debt and treasury every month might start reducing purchases in this year and end the program in 2014. As per Howard Wen and James Steel at HSBC Securities Inc., who yesterday trimmed their 2014 estimate from $1600 to $1435 and reduced their 2013 forecast from $1542 to $1396 said this will keep gold prices under pressure.

BSE Sensex volatile amid weak Asian cues; Tata Motors drops

Today Indian equities recovered after seeing a fall in previous session because of liquidity concerns of China. Nonetheless, markets of Asia remained under pressure; particularly Shanghai is trading at 2009 levels and extended losses to 4%. Mahindra Satyam gained over 1% as the company submitted Andhra Pradesh high court order on merger with RoC Andhra Pradesh. Mr. Atul Suri, investor and trader said that market is going through correction an upmove, and he will be optimist till Nifty sustains above 5477. Mr. Sridhar Sivaram, Managing Director at MSIM (Morgan Stanley Investment Management) said there is a possibility that markets might fall another four-five percent.

Stocks of Mahindra & Mahindra, HDFC Bank, Bharti Airtel, TCS and ONGC gained 1-1.5%. China stocks extended losses today, sinking to their lowest levels since 2009 with financial sector again hard hit on expectations that an official crackdown on easy credit and tighter situations will persist. Benchmarks of equity are consolidating amid weak Asian cues, after previous day’s more than 200 points fall on Sensex. Nifty is down 4.90 points at 5585.35, while BSE Sensex is down 13.45 points at 18,527.44. ICICI Bank and State Bank of India, biggest lenders of the country slipped over 1%.

Tata Motors, the largest automobile manufacturing company of the country extended losses to 2.5%, topping the selling list in morning trade. Wider markets will be under pressure as both shares declined for each share advancing on NSE (National Stock Exchange). Gitanjali Gems plunged another 20% on fall in gold prices. Mahindra & Mahindra Financial slipped further, losing 3.5% after the company said it wouldn’t apply for banking license. Apollo Tyres bounced back, rising 1%. Videocon Industries jumped over 3% and the company is expected to apply for banking license. It will divest part stake to banking partner and is ready to bring in foreign bank for banking foray. Videocon will be holding a majority share and a separate subsidiary is likely to be introduced for banking foray.

National Fertilizers fell over 2% as its divestment is expected within a week. The inter-ministerial group will be meeting on NFL divestment on Tuesday. IGL has hiked Delhi CNG prices by Rs. 2/kg and piped cooking gas by Rs. 1 per unit.

Best Rising Market Stock Pickers Buy Drug Manufacturers to Retail

The only three rising market stock pickers who avoided losing money for customers in worst rout since 1998 say now’s the time to purchase Indian drug manufacturing companies, Philippine retailers and Chinese Internet firms. Lewis Kaufman, Managing Director and Portfolio Manager at THDAX (Thornbug Developing World Fund) stated that PGOLD (Puregold Price Club Inc.), a Manila-based company will be benefiting from 20% sales growth. CNI Charter Emerging Markets Fund (RIMX)’s Anindya Chatterjee boosted his position in Tencent Holdings Limited, a China based company as initial quarter profit rose 37%. Mr. David Semple has been purchasing Indian pharma stocks for Van Eck Emerging Markets Fund as rupee’s tumble boosts exports.

Relative Value

MSCI (Morgan Stanley Capital International) emerging markets index, which declined 0.5% to 896.40 in Hong Kong, is headed for worst first half since 1998. The gauge has trailed MSCI World Index of developed country shares by 21% points this year through 21st June, the largest gas in 15 years. Emerging markets index is valued at 1.4 times net assets, the lowest level since 2011 and 28% below MSCI World Index, the largest discount since 2005.

Ibovespa of Brazil, Hang Seng China Enterprises and IGBVL (Peru Lima General Index) Index all lost over 19%, the largest declines among 21 emerging market equity measures tracked by Bloomberg. OGXP3 (OGX Petroleo & Gas Participacoes SA), controlled by Brazilian billionaire Eike Batista and the Rio de Janeiro-based oil exploring company, slid 81% for steepest drop in MSCI emerging gauge.

Bernanke Effect

Developing nation bonds and currencies also tumbled in initial part with lira (Turkey) and rupee (India) sinking to record lows against dollar past week. After Ben Bernanke, Chairman at U.S. Federal Reserve mapped out a timetable to end unprecedented bond purchasing program of central bank, even the best performing rising market share funds have declined in June. THDAX fund lost around 8.9% so far in June, whereas Van Eck fund dropped 8.3% and CNI fund slid 8%.

Reducing Risk

Brevan Howard Asset Management LLP’s $2.7 billion emerging markets hedge fund marketed positions and cut risk by over half it lost 11% in 2013, two people with knowledge of this matter said past week. Geraldine Sundstorm, who oversees the fund for Brevan Howard, A London-based Company, declined to comment. GBRAX (Goldman Sachs BRIC Fund), a $328 million firm which invests in China, India, Brazil and Russia declined 18% for largest drop amongst 92 United States-domiciled emerging stock mutual funds.

Eddie Perkin, Chief Investment Officer for emerging and international markets equity at Goldman Sachs Asset Management stated that as a believer and contrarian in mean reversion, the fact that BRIC markets have underperformed for several years, that makes very interested in those markets.

Fund Outflows

According to Morgan Stanley, traders withdrew $18 billion from emerging-market stock funds in the last 10 weeks. John Paul Smith, a London-based strategist at Deutsche Bank AG said while the retreat in emerging markets has left stocks oversold; the longer term outlook for asset class is still negative. He also stated that shares marketed in China, the largest emerging market might extend declines.

World Bank lowered its 2013 forecast for growth in China to 7.7% for June, which would be the slowest since 1999, from 8.4% estimate in January. The Washington-based lender cut its prediction for developing nation growth from 5.5 to 5.1%, unlike the 1.2 percent projection for advanced economies.

Consumer Bets

Kaufman holds shares of MAPI (PT Mitra Adiperkasa), which operates Domino’s Pizza Inc. and Starbucks Corp. outlets across Indonesia and OAO Magnit (MGNT), the biggest food retailer of Russia. Tencent that boosted users of its mobile messaging application by 228% in the initial quarter to 194 million has climbed 15% in 2013. The shares are valued at 25 times estimated 2013 profits vs. 43 times for Menlo Park, California-based Facebook Inc., operator of biggest social network. The biggest listed Internet business of China by revenue, Hong Kong-traded Company was the 4th largest position in CNI fund as of March after Chatterjee boosted holdings in the initial quarter.

Glenmark, Apollo

As per a market research firm, Euromonitor International, consumer spending in emerging markets of Asia will perhaps increase 9.2% on average this year. Mr. Chatterjee said that in this international environment, it makes more sense to focus on domestic demand driven by demography which has covered Asian economies and markets for more than a decade at companies including Jefferies Group LLC and Bear Stearns Cos.

Adverse Conditions

Glenmark that recorded over 70% of its sales outside India in 3 months ended March has climbed 3.1% even as the benchmark Standard & Poor’s 500 BSE Sensex index dropped 3.4%. Chatterjee, Kaufman and Semple said they tend to avoid state-owned organizations as slower economic growth increases the likelihood of wasteful spending and government intervention. China-based China Construction Bank Corp. (939) and Russia-based OAO Gazprom (GAZP), state controlled companies with 2 of 7 largest weightings in MSCI emerging index, dropped over sixteen percent.

Top 10 Fuel Efficient Cars In India

Fuel efficient hatchbacks and sedans are not the joyless penalty boxes they once were; the vehicles on our list of the 10 most frugal 4-doors in the land are proof. In this remarkably diverse lineup, you will find Indian refinement in the form of Maruti Suzuki Alto; engaging performance in the form of Tata Nano and cosseting luxury via Chevrolet Cruze. There are also Maruti Suzuki Estilo, Hyundai i10 and Maruti Suzuki Ritz, which are tailor-made for shoppers on a budget.

When you plan to purchase a vehicle, one of the most important factors to consider is its fuel economy. And this has become more important with the increasing fuel prices. Right from the fuel economy to luxury, there are several factors, which influence the fuel economy of a vehicle. Even as world moves towards more fuel efficient automobile technologies, it becomes necessary to discuss the state of fuel economy in India. Our rankings are determined using the kilometers per litre and the ratings for every vehicle below is expressed in kmpl as highway/city ratio.

Tata Nano – 23.65 kmpl

Tata Nano is a city vehicle designed and engineered by Tata Motors. Manufactured and marketed in India, the Nano is the cheapest vehicle in the world today. Before it went on sale, price of Rs. 1 lakh was widely touted. Since its introduction in 2009, the price has increased. Nonetheless, it remains the reasonably priced 4-door passenger car in the country.

Besides being cheapest vehicle in India, the Tata Nano is propelled by a 624cc 2-cylinder engine that offers the fuel economy of 23.65 kilometers per litre. The engine is mated to four-speed manual gearbox with rear wheel drive system. The small wonder from India’s largest automaker has capitalized on the fuel economy factor like none other.

Maruti Suzuki A-Star – 19.6 kmpl

Maruti Suzuki A-Star has been developed and designed to suit European car norms and is a true blue export car. As per the rating, it has been categorized under A-Segment vehicle. Amongst many features of A-Star which comply with European market norms include: New 998cc KB-Series powerplant that’s Euro 5-compliant with CO2 emissions. Its engine cranks out 67 horsepower with 90 newton meters of torque. The rated fuel economy of A-Star is 19.6 kmpl.

Maruti Suzuki A-Star has a bold design language with large wheel arches and strong lines. It is to be made in 200 trims and will be exported to 150 nations across Middle East, Europe, Asia, Latin America, Africa and Australia, under Suzuki Celerio and Suzuki Alto name. Nissan is also planning to market the vehicle under the name, Nissan Pixo in African and Middle East markets. When it comes to fuel efficiency, you can totally trust Maruti Suzuki. This stylish hatchback has got amazing looks with striking eye-shaped extended frog headlamps, beautiful front foglights and sweeping nose on hood. It is bestowed with enchanting looks, credit of which goes to body colored bumpers, door handles and rear view mirrors.

Chevrolet Beat – 18.61 kmpl

The irresistible Chevrolet Beat offers a well-equipped cabin, an expressive exterior design and some really smart features; a fusion cut out to add charisma to your personality and oomph to your ride. Phenomenally spacious inside and compact on the outside, the Beat has been designed and engineered to make sure you and your loved ones enjoy a comfortable and luxurious ride. Thanks to its clever design details and high build quality, it is amongst the most comfortable and safest vehicles in its segment.

The Chevrolet Beat comes equipped to run on 3 fuels – petrol, LPG and diesel, depending on the trim level you select and is extremely versatile. The Diesel is powered by a dynamic and powerful SMARTECH 1.0 XSDE Engine, which is good for producing 58.5PS of power with 150 newton meters of torque. It offers the fuel economy of 25.44 kmpl, making it one of the most fuel efficient diesel hatchbacks in the country. The Beat LPG/Petrol features a state-of-the-art SMARTECH II powerplant that delivers impressive fuel economy of 18.61 kmpl and reduces driveline noise, vibration and emissions. On the other hand, the LPG version not only cuts your fuel bills by up to 50 percent, but also helps reduce greenhouse gases and air pollution and greenhouse gases.

Chevrolet Spark – 18 kmpl

Chevrolet Spark fuses a well-designed cabin, many smart features and expressive exterior design. Small on the outside, it has a spacious interior, which provides comfortable seating for up to 5 passengers. Thanks to its clever design details and high build-quality, the Spark is among the most comfortable, practical and safest vehicle in its category. The aerodynamic design of Spark enhances fuel efficiency and makes it a modern looking and sleek ride, making you stand out wherever you go. Enjoy dazzlingly clear visibility at night with these uniquely designed and attractive Quotation Style headlights that provide a distinctive identity to the Spark.

Chevrolet Spark is your ideal companion on the road. Its noiseless and groundbreaking SMARTECH Engine offers smooth drives even on less than perfect roads. Its superior technology and remarkable fuel efficiency ensure an unparalleled driving experience, while the sophisticated SMARTECH engine maximizes torque and power at lower speeds, making even a congested city drive as smooth as a long drive on the cruiseway. SMARTECH Engine is a Smart Technology Engine designed and engineered with plenty of new-age innovations such as DDLI (Dual Distributor Less Ignition System), Sequential MPFI, Advanced Optical Sensor and MTIS (Motorized Throttle Intake System). Consequently, the engine operation is noiseless, smooth, powerful, fuel efficient, maintenance free and reliable.

Fuel expenses will be the last thing on your mind when you are on the road with your near and dear ones. Its powerful and smooth engine provides you with the fuel economy of 18 kilometers per litre. So go ahead experience a smooth and hassle-free drive.

Chevrolet Cruze MT – 18.27 kmpl

If you thought absolute power is unachievable, step inside the all-new Chevrolet Cruze and think again. The beveled hood of this mean and mighty machine hosts the most powerful powerplant in its segment with excellent refinement levels. The powerful VCDi 2.0 litre engine is good for churning out 166 PS of undulated power with 380 newton meters of torque.

Add to this Corvette inspired dual cockpit; aggressive styling, a perfect combination of luxury and performance and superb driving characteristics, and you have the most desirable sedan in India, the Chevrolet Cruze. With its confident, bold and wide stance, it is designed to be in a league of its own. The advanced Engine Management System combined with high performance Variable Geometry Turbo-charged CRDI (Common Rail Direct Injection) system delivers the fuel economy of 18.27 kilometers per litre and ensures awe-inspiring performance. Rev it and the Cruze is ready to growl. Try it!

Chiseled looks and dynamic aggression apart, the Chevrolet Cruze is also a thinking man’s vehicle, delivering an optimal balance between performance and power. It is developed and designed for those who need a vehicle to be nimble and flexible around town, yet capable of unleashing unadulterated power on the cruiseway. With the most refined and powerful powerplant in its segment and driver focused controls, it is simply a pleasure to maneuver this beast around. A flawless combination of spirited performance, refinement and muscular appeal makes the Chevrolet Cruze a dream machine, which is simply unmatched.

Maruti Suzuki Estilo – 19 kmpl

We live in a world where our needs for convenience and comfort are ever evolving. In an era where time comes at a premium, we all choose to take the easy way out. Today, we go shopping online; send instant messages and get food home delivered. We yearn for simplicity in everything we do and even in the car we drive. It is this unyielding need for ease which makes the Maruti Suzuki Estilo a perfect vehicle for you. It is easy on the eyes, easy to drive, easy on the pocket with ease of mind, ease of choice and ease and comfort.

With the entry of so many compact vehicles in India, one would think Maruti Suzuki Estilo won’t make it to our list of top 10 fuel efficient vehicles. But Estilo, with a fuel economy of 19 kilometers per litre, gives a tough competition to its rivals and makes it to our list at the 6th position. Motivation for the Estilo comes from the same K-Series 1.0litre three-cylinder powerplant, like the one found in A-Star that generates 67 horsepower at 6200 rpm. It is teamed up with five-speed manual gearbox that improves its fuel efficiency.

Now, stop worrying about troubling your pocket for fuel bills and car ownership. With an astounding fuel economy of 19kmpl you can now go on long drives without worrying about big fuel bills.

Maruti Suzuki Alto – 18.1 kmpl

Maruti Suzuki Alto’s slick yet harmonious design packs quite a punch with the distinctive Wavefront design. The prominent wheel arch, the wider lip and the smooth long curves adds to the side stance. All this makes the Alto a design wonder. The interior has a refined feel and look. The overall result is superior interior quality with a comfortable environment and more space. Also you get to chose from an option of grey and brown interiors. Interior features are as follows:

Intelligently packaged slim doors for maximizing interior passenger comfort and space

More comfort with additional shoulder and head room in front together with extra legroom at the rear

Maruti Suzuki Alto offers supreme performance and innovative design. Propelled by a powerful three-cylinder 796cc powerplant, it generates 46 horsepower at 6200 rpm. Maruti Suzuki Alto with the fuel economy of 18.1 kilometers per litre falls at the 7th position on our list, just behind Maruti Suzuki Estilo.

Hyundai i10 1.2 litre – 18.06 kmpl

Underneath the stylish looks of Hyundai i10 lie clever technologies which provide real comfort with superb economy – allowing it to take both the open road in its stride and urban driving. The newly designed clear headlamp clusters not only look good, but also enhance both your on-road visibility and your night vision, adding elegant extra safety. These repeaters make your intention to turn clear, even if other road users cannot see the rear or front lights. Electric heated exterior mirrors make life safer in bad weather situations. For additional stylishness they are offered in body color. The black dash looks stylish and feels good as does the contrast stitched, black, base trim of doors and seats. At last, if you love the classic feel and look of leather, but don’t want animals killed to offer it, beige and black leather look interiors are available.

Hyundai i10 features a Kappa, 1.2 litre 4-cylinder powerplant with DOHC (double overhead camshaft) and breathes through 16 valves. It cranks out 79 horsepower @ 5200rpm and delivers 18.06 kmpl, securing a place at the 8th position.

Hyundai i10 1.1 litre – 17.83 kmpl

Hyundai i10 1.1-litre boasts Inline-four iRDE (Intelligent Responsive Drive Engine), which is good for churning out 66 horsepower @ 5500 rpm. The aluminum Kappa engine, the first in its segment offers low NVH (noise, vibration and harshness) levels with low emission output. The intelligent responsive technology of the company enhances mileage (17.83 kilometers per litre) and performance of the car.

Maruti Suzuki Ritz BS IV – 17.7 kmpl

Maruti Suzuki Ritz BS IV is thoughtfully designed for enhancing your driving comfort. Distinctive Tall Boy Design and many more enhanced and new features ensure that you feel the joy inside while driving it. It comes with Automatic Transmission that make you experience the joy of comfort whenever you sit inside it. K-series VVT powered powerplant offers a perfect combination of high performance, great fuel economy and smooth drive.

Last but not the least, the Maruti Suzuki Ritz BS IV makes it to our list at the 10th position. It delivers the fuel economy of 17.7 kilometers per litre and gets a BS IV compliant K12M petrol powerplant that generates 85 horsepower. The powerplant uses shortened piston skirts, raisin coatings and plastic parts for enhanced performance. It also gets high-tech spark plugs, high grade engine oil, Dual Overhead Camshaft and plastic intake manifold.