Stock Market Sluggish Before Budget: Why the Pre-Budget Slowdown?
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Moneycontrol19-01-2026, 21:04

Stock Market Sluggish Before Budget: Why the Pre-Budget Slowdown?

  • The stock market typically experiences sluggish movement in the days leading up to the Union Budget presentation on February 1.
  • This pre-budget slowdown is a recurring trend observed over several years, not just a one-off event.
  • Market behavior before the budget often includes declines or trading within a narrow range.
  • Despite the short-term sluggishness, the same market tends to deliver excellent returns a few months post-budget.
  • The video aims to explain this phenomenon using data, expert opinions, and stock market psychology.

Why It Matters: The stock market often slows down before the budget due to uncertainty, but typically recovers with strong returns later.

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