Upper Circuit Stocks

Upper circuit stocks represent stocks that have reached their maximum allowable daily price increase. This occurs when buying pressure is so strong that no sell orders are available, temporarily halting trading to prevent excessive price swings and potential market instability.

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List of Best Upper Circuit Stocks to Invest

Who should invest in upper circuit stocks?

Upper circuit stocks, while tempting due to their rapid price surges, are not suitable for everyone. These stocks may appeal to:

  • Experienced, High-Risk Tolerance Investors: Understanding the volatile nature and potential risks of upper circuit stocks is crucial. Investors should have a high tolerance for risk and a strong understanding of technical analysis.
     
  • Trend followers: Investors who analyze technical indicators and aim to ride uptrends in stocks that have broken through resistance levels.

     
  • Short-Term Traders: For those comfortable with short-term trading strategies, upper circuit stocks can present an opportunity for quick profits if timed correctly. However, the risk of sudden price corrections is significant.

     
  • Speculative investors: Investors willing to take on higher risk in pursuit of potentially significant short-term gains.

What are the advantages of investing in upper circuit stocks?

  • Rapid Profit Potential

     The very nature of upper circuit stocks indicates a surge in investor interest, potentially leading to significant price appreciation in a short timeframe. Skilled short-term traders may capitalize on this momentum for quick profits.

  • Capitalizing on Market Trends

    Identifying upper circuit stocks aligned with positive market trends or news announcements can allow investors to ride a wave of optimism and potentially benefit from the increased demand.

  • Momentum Plays

     For experienced investors comfortable with technical analysis, upper circuit stocks can present momentum trading opportunities. By understanding price patterns and market sentiment, they may attempt to capture short-term gains during periods of rising prices.

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imgAdani Power Ltd

₹544.20

LARGE CAP0.77%18.12%444.54%817.89%17.6127.866.881.613297.52 Cr-15.72%94.18%1540.09%13338.88-10.81%29.86%92.02%41.37%-5.51%49.53%754.11%Utilities211707.3855.41%30.81%548875688
imgTata Motors Ltd

₹801.25

LARGE CAP-5.38%11.97%64.56%399.4%8.9836.0912.631.053450 Cr-39.39%1082.46%-344.36%100534-6.32%26.58%75.32%7.26%-35.3%834.16%-239.39%Consumer Cyclical290816.7619.5%14.69%82.999874135
imgAdani Wilmar Ltd

₹313.60

MID CAP-27.88%-10.53%15.49%15.49%40.98138.255.040.98281.91 Cr-9.54%-69.17%-73.83%14460.452.06%-11.9%38.21%0.33%-11.36%-65.01%-81.06%Edible Oil40264.043.42%9.6%1.311752131
imgInfosys Ltd

₹1,892.10

LARGE CAP28.37%8.31%169.18%28.8839.847.666516 Cr2.23%8.88%35.14%409864.25%4.7%52.95%17.08%-1.94%3.99%-11.64%Technology780539.3836.58%45.07%63.374715792
imgTata Steel Ltd

₹146.54

LARGE CAP-5.59%11.76%30.96%266.3%62.324.331.431.42758.84 Cr-17.39%-160.8%-159.95%53489.73-1.7%-5.83%46.63%-2.14%-15.96%-164.56%-140.88%Industrials182771.327.79%13.67%-3.9435527228
imgYes Bank Ltd

₹20.84

MID CAP-14.59%2.76%60.08%-66.24%34.0515.831.621.23566.59 Cr9.8%74.66%-136.84%9225.452.55%23.98%42.4%3.9%7.08%40.88%-125.87%Financial Services62981.922.45%NA0.45150187297
imgZomato Ltd

₹279.85

LARGE CAP123.28%140.63%94.96%124.21%332.356.950.68176 Cr-30.43%-136.15%-142.99%479914.1%71.13%507.58%2.9%-39.03%-121.12%-107.08%Technology249626.665.15%5.18%0.430078648
imgITC Ltd

₹472.55

LARGE CAP-12.25%5.1%115.29%95.53%29.0129.527.410.625054.43 Cr-2.37%6.54%55.06%20581.5712.22%-0.08%43.85%29.28%-13%6.63%7.79%Consumer Defensive597015.9429.21%37.4%16.6222218251
imgWipro Ltd

₹291.65

LARGE CAP26.11%43.46%-8.77%146.86%1339.844.343226.6 Cr6.26%-2.24%2.25%22301.61.54%-0.8%44.93%12.38%4.65%-1.45%-29.45%Technology305842.0815.13%19.03%21.2715445286
imgHDFC Bank Ltd

₹1,826.30

LARGE CAP-5.22%12.13%19.24%43.75%19.8315.832.50.9717825.91 Cr8.2%39.27%101.24%121456.743.81%99.35%161.73%15.7%4.23%-30.13%-23.11%Financial Services1379320.3816.88%NA86.1521705121

FAQ's

Stocks can hit the upper circuit limit due to various factors, including positive company news (e.g., favorable earnings reports, product launches, or acquisitions), industry developments, analyst upgrades, or overall bullish market sentiment.

  • High Volatility: Rapid price increases can also lead to significant drops. Be prepared for potential substantial losses.
     
  • Short-Term Focus: Profiting often requires a short-term approach, which can be stressful and time-consuming.
     
  • Market Manipulation: Sudden price surges can sometimes be a result of manipulation. Thorough research is crucial.
  • News and Announcements: Positive company news or overall market trends can trigger buying pressure.
     
  • Technical Analysis: Studying price charts and trading patterns can offer insights into potential price movements.
     
  • Increased Trading Volume: A surge in trading activity can signal heightened investor interest in a stock.

Yes, upper circuit stocks tend to be more volatile due to the significant buying pressure and potential for rapid price changes. Investors should be prepared for heightened volatility and potential sharp reversals.

The duration a stock remains in the upper circuit can vary depending on the exchange's rules and the underlying market dynamics. In some cases, the stock may remain in the upper circuit for multiple trading sessions until the buying pressure subsides.

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