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The Nifty 200 Index provides an exhaustive representation of both large and mid-market capitalisation companies. It includes all the companies from the Nifty 100 and Nifty Full Midcap 100 indices. As of September 29, 2023, the Nifty 200 Index accounts for about 82% of the free float market capitalisation of stocks traded on the NSE, and the total traded value of all index constituents for the past six months amounts to almost 65% of the traded value of all equities on the NSE.

What is NIFTY 200?

Nifty 200 is a key indicator in the Indian stock market that shows how well large and medium-sized companies are performing. This index consists of 200 distinct stocks from the Nifty 100 and Nifty Full MidCap 100 indices, providing a comprehensive view of both large-cap and mid-cap performance.

The majority of the Nifty 200 companies are in sectors essential to the economy, such as banking, technology, and consumer products. The index can be tracked for its share price, current updates, and historical data.

How is the Calculation of NIFTY 200 Done?

The Nifty 200 index value is calculated using the free-float market capitalisation of its member equities compared to a predefined base market capitalisation. The formula is: Index value = Current free-float market capitalisation / (Base free-float market capitalisation * Base index value).

The Nifty 200 index is evaluated semi-annually, with cut-off dates set for January 31 and July 31 of each year. Any modifications are adopted on the final trading day of March and September, with a four-week notice period to the market.

How are the Companies Selected for the Nifty 200?

Companies must first be listed on the National Stock Exchange (NSE) to be eligible for inclusion in the Nifty 200 index.

Eligible companies must be included in both the Nifty 100 and Nifty Midcap 100 indices, ensuring that the Nifty 200 includes both large-cap and mid-cap stocks.

The Nifty 200 index's composition is subject to regular reviews and rebalancing to reflect changes in the underlying indices, ensuring it accurately represents current market conditions.

The selection process seeks to ensure inclusiveness and representation across all sectors and industries while maintaining transparency and objectivity.

Index FAQ's

The NIFTY 200 index has a diverse composition, with the top 100 large-cap stocks from the NIFTY 100 and the top 100 mid-cap stocks from the NIFTY Midcap 100. Notable constituents include industry giants like Reliance Industries, HDFC Bank, and Infosys, collectively representing over 30% of the index.

As of April 3, 2024, the Nifty 200 consists of 201 stocks, with a total market cap of Rs. 30,197,748.64 crore, highlighting the index's massive market presence and influence.

Since its launch in July 2011, the index has regularly generated strong returns, with an annual average return of 14.72%. Even during the last five years, the index has delivered an exceptional average return of 16.46%.

The Nifty 200 Quality 30 index focuses on firms with high-quality indicators such as return on equity, earnings variability, and financial leverage, serving as a benchmark for investors looking for exposure to high-quality firms in the Nifty 200 universe.

Yes, historical data on Nifty 200 share prices is easily accessible through a variety of financial platforms and databases, providing significant insight into past performance and trends.