Investment
Large-cap
Also known as: Large Cap Stocks, Blue Chip Stocks
Companies with large market capitalization, typically the top 100 companies by market cap in India.
Detailed Explanation
Large-cap companies are the biggest publicly traded companies, typically ranked 1-100 by market capitalization. In India, this includes companies like Reliance, TCS, HDFC Bank, and Infosys. Large-cap stocks are generally more stable and less volatile than smaller companies, making them suitable for conservative equity allocation. They offer moderate growth potential with relatively lower risk.