‘Mental capacity, not money,’ key to investing: Vijay Kedia

Ace investors Vijay Kedia recently shared a key aspect of successful investing with the investors in the 'IOC 6.0 - Traders Maha Kumbh' program. He said, "Your mental capacity is more important than your financial capacity." The big bull also emphasised on the importance of sectoral trends and company management analysis in making informed decisions.

“One idea can change your world. One mentor can change your mindset; one listener can change your approach; one opportunity can change your career; and one bull market can change your life,” Kedia said at the Indian Options Conclave organised by Surat-based Jainam Broking Limited.

The veteran investor believes that the best investment ideas often show their results in 5-10 years. However, many investors only look for opportunities in bull markets and end up panic selling in bear markets. "Bear markets are the best teachers. If you stay invested, the market will reward you," he said.

The CEO of Kedia securities said that there is fundamental shift in the Indian stock market's behavior, particularly since the early 2000s. Now, bull markets are lasting longer, while bear markets are becoming shorter.

“We have observed a fundamental shift in the Indian stock market's behavior, particularly since the early 2000s. Before 2003, bull markets were relatively short-lived, while bear markets tended to drag on. However, the period from 2003 to 2007-08 marked a dramatic change, with an unprecedented five-year bull market,” the CEO of Kedia Securities said.

Gujarat-based Jainam Broking organised the sixth edition of the Indian Options Conclave (IOC 6.0) on March 21-22, 2025, which attracted 15,683 attendees, 60 exhibitors, and 40 expert speakers. In a landmark accomplishment, IOC 6.0 event set a Guinness World Record for conducting the largest financial investment session.

“IOC 6.0 was a celebration of financial expertise, uniting some of the brightest minds in the industry. Our Guinness World Record achievement is a testament to our commitment to empowering investors through knowledge, innovation, and expert insights,” said Milan Parikh, Managing Director of Jainam Broking.

Established in 2003 by Milan Parikh, Jainam Broking is a registered member of National Stock Exchange and Bombay Stock exchange (BSE), Multi Commodity Exchange of India Ltd (MCX), Currency and Diamond Derivatives, Central Depository Services (I) Ltd (CDSL) and National Commodity & Derivative Exchange Ltd (NCDEX). It is a clearing member of the NSE in the equities, F&O and currency segments.

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