Zerodha co-founder and market commentator Nithin Kamath has issued a cautionary note to retail investors, recommending a brief break from trading due to rising volatility and a disrupted trading calendar in the Indian stock market.
Taking to social media platform X (formerly Twitter), Kamath highlighted that the upcoming period has only four trading sessions in ten days, owing to market holidays for Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Jayanti and Good Friday. Given this uneven schedule and fluctuating market sentiment, he suggested that investors use the time to reflect, recharge, and return with a composed mindset.
Mental Resilience Is Key to Market Success: Nithin Kamath
Kamath reinforced the fact that mental readiness is just as important as technical understanding in order to effectively traverse markets. Drawing from Zerodha’s investor education platform Varsity, he underlined the fact that trading is not just about financial literacy but emotional clarity as well.
“If your mental state or the market climate isn’t right for trading, it’s wiser to step aside,” he shared. Kamath warned against impulsive decisions during high-volatility phases, noting that poorly timed trades could lead to avoidable losses.
Instead, he encouraged investors to use this downtime to recharge both psychologically and strategically so they can re-enter the market with renewed focus and resilience.
Zerodha Launches Portfolio Comparison Feature
To further support investors during uncertain times, Zerodha has recently introduced a new feature called ‘Portfolio Performance Curve’ on its Console platform. This tool allows users to analyze their investment performance and compare it against benchmarks like the Nifty 50.
Kamath noted that such a feature is rare in India and possibly globally, calling it a first-of-its-kind utility that helps investors better understand their returns in context. The aim is to empower users to make more informed and long-term decisions through data-backed insights.
Strategic Patience Over Reactive Trades
Kamath’s message fits within a wider philosophy adopted by experienced investors: frequency is less important than timing and temperament. He recommended waiting for the correct balance of market and personal preparedness, rather than trading in an effort to be active.
As corporate earnings season unfolds and geopolitical cues weigh on global sentiment, Kamath’s voice provides a level-headed, reflective reminder, occasionally, the best thing to do in the market is to do nothing at all.
Also Read: Madhuri Kela Buys 5 Lakh Kopran Shares Amid Stock Slump
