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The Economic Times
The Economic Times

'Khabardar, kabhi bhi mat karna': Veteran investor Shankar Sharma says stock market isn't for common people, returns don't even beat FD

For decades, millions of Indians have been told that the stock market is the best way to build long-term wealth. But veteran investor and market commentator Shankar Sharma has a completely different message: retail investors should stay away from equities altogether.

In a recent interview with a TV channel, Sharma made a startling claim that goes against conventional investing wisdom. According to him, equity markets are "meant for big boys and professionals" and not for ordinary retail investors.

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