Equity vs. Fixed Deposits: Sharma’s Data Sparks Discussion
Expert investor Shankar Sharma sparked debate contrasting Cool returns and taken care of down payments over 12 years, highlighting risk-adjusted efficiency. His X article, evaluating information till May 2026, highlighted:
- Nifty 50 TRI: 9 38 % post-tax CAGR, 0. 617 risk-adjusted return.
- Clever (USD): 5 11 % post-tax CAGR, 0. 336 risk-adjusted return.
- Financial institution FDs: 4 93 % post-tax CAGR, 19 720 risk-adjusted return as a result of low volatility.
Sharma refrained from drawing conclusions, triggering discussion on volatility, taxes, and rupee devaluation. The evaluation shows up amidst market volatility, making secure FD returns more appealing to some capitalists.
