REPORT ON VISIT OF BSE

31/01/2020
- Jaishree Ghadei
Mumbai: The Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) is an Indian stock exchange located at Dalal
Street, Mumbai. Established in 1875, the BSE (formerly known as Bombay Stock Exchange
Ltd.) is Asia's oldest stock exchange. The BSE is the world's 10th largest stock exchange with an
overall market capitalization of more than $2.2 trillion on as of April 2018.
The building of BSE which was built in 1970’s didn’t have any changes till date, it still has the
essence of the 70’s.
The environment of BSE is full of ethical, classy and Etiquette business environment. People
around BSE had an extreme high aura around them, they seemed to be high and classy business
personas.
BSE during whole working period that is from 8 to 3:30 is full on hustle and bustle. You could
see people rushing around, no one stopped to even catch their breath for a second.
The security of BSE is quite tight, there is police protection outside the building, there is a
policeman sitting with a gun near the gate and they had scanner and other security equipment’s.
It took almost 5 to 10 minutes to complete the whole security procedure and to get the visitor
pass.
On entering you will see a big screen with stock market news running on it. There is a big picture
of Goddess Laxmi (Goddess of wealth), on enquiry I got to know that every year on Dhanteras
(Indian Festival) there is a big Puja of the Goddess on that auspicious occasion to pray for the
great money year ahead. Another interesting thing that I found was that on Dhanteras BSE opens
only for 2 hours during the time allotted by an astrologer; the trading done during that period is
called as ‘Mahurat Trading.’
Another thing that one might notice is the statue of a charging bull at the entrance of BSE
building. The sculptor came into news after the stock market crash of 21-22 January 2008, where
it was later called as panauti (Bad Omen) and it was later replaced at the entrance (before it was
inside the building) where it is now.
Outside the BSE building there is a lane full of food stalls and restaurants, one won’t find a table
to seat during lunch time which is after 3:30 as contrast to other people who usually have their
lunch between 12 to 2, during the lunch hour there isn’t one single place where you won’t find a
crowd.
Over all we can come to a conclusion that BSE is not just a stock exchange place but something
unique in its own vibe.
 INTERVIEW WITH STOCK BROKER

Mr. Viral Shah is an employee of Edelweiss. Edelweiss Broking Limited is an

Indian Financial services company, the company is registered with National Stock
Exchange of India, Bombay Stock Exchange and MCX Stock Exchange. Mr. Viral
Shah has been working with Edelweiss for past some years.

1. What do you advice to your new investors, mutual funds or equity shares?
Ans: I usually recommend Mutual Funds, since it’s a recent trending place to
invest in.
2. What do you have to say about the current economic conditions of the country
and how is it going to affect the stock market in future?
Ans: The current financial circumstance isn't acceptable as economy is easing back
down as a result of need buyer spending and default of some enormous corporates
and tight liquidity. The financial exchange will be briefly negative yet the
measures taken by Govt on Corporate tax break spending on Infra lift to reasonable
lodging and activity curve by RBI will assist the economy with reviving quicker
and in long haul markets are looking bullish.
3. According to your experience, which market is on a high demand and has a
future?
Ans: The consumption driven market, white goods and Insurance Sector are some
of the markets which have bright future right now.
4. In the near future, what according to you will flourish, Bears or Bulls?
Ans: Bears. As we all know that our economy right now is at edge so perhaps
maybe in future, we might have bearish market
5. How is India's stock market's performance globally?
Ans: At present underperforming
 INTERVIEW WITH BUSINESS JOURNALIST

Ms. Pragati Patil is a business journalist of Khaas Khabar newspaper. Khaas

Khabar is a Hindi local newspaper in Vasai, it’s been running for last 18 years. Ms.
Pragati Patil has been working with Khaas Khabar for past some years.

1.What are the basics you follow while covering a stock story on Sensex or
international stock market trends?
Ans: When writing a stock market story, your goal is to provide a snapshot of what
happened during a particular time period, pointing out trends and other specifics.
But the market is constantly changing, and you can only do so much to cover what
is a massive story.
2. How do you collect reliable inputs for your story?
Ans: Confided witnesses and associations
3. How do you think the stock market has evolved over the years?
Ans: The market today is unmistakably more unpredictable than it was 30 years
back
4. What is your say over the current global economic slowdown and its impact on
the market?
Ans:  A slowdown or halt to the economic growth of the country, can lead to
unemployment and lower spending by individuals and companies. 
5. With the on-going tensions between the U.S. and Iran, do you think it will have
an impact on global investments in the region?
Ans: Yes, it will have an impact on global investment. The incident will impact the
macroeconomy and cause fluctuations in currency and stock markets.
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Subject: BUSINESS AND MAGAZINE JOURNALISM 

Submitted to: Prof. Raju Korti Submitted by: Jaishree Ghadei

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Class: TYBMM-C