Archive · 8 Dec 2025
Investors Turn to Low Volatility and Next 50 Indices
Investors in India are looking for steadier returns as the stock market reaches new highs.
They are turning to low volatility indices and the Next 50 index for this purpose.
The Nifty 100 Low Volatility 30 Index picks the 30 least volatile stocks from the Nifty 100.
The Nifty Alpha Low-Volatility 30 Index selects 30 stocks with low volatility and high alpha from the Nifty 100 and Midcap 50.
The Nifty Next 50 Index includes the 50 companies just below the Nifty 50, offering exposure to the next rung of large caps.
These indices provide different but complementary ways to invest in equities while aiming for a smoother experience.
Passive investment tools based on these indices follow a clear rulebook, allowing investors to stay focused on their long-term goals.
Investors are seeking steadier returns as Indian equities hit lifetime highs.
Low volatility indices and the Next 50 index are gaining traction.
Nifty 100 Low Volatility 30 Index selects 30 least volatile stocks from Nifty 100.
Nifty Alpha Low-Volatility 30 Index combines low volatility and high alpha from Nifty 100 and Midcap 50.
Nifty Next 50 Index offers exposure to the next rung of large caps.
- Who
- Investors in Indian equities
- What
- Shift towards low volatility and Next 50 indices
- When
- November, with long-term focus
- Where
- Indian equity markets
- Why
- To achieve steadier returns and manage market noise
- Indices Mentioned
- Nifty 100 Low Volatility 30, Nifty Alpha Low-Volatility 30, Nifty Next 50
- Volatility Definition
- Price movement up and down
- Nifty 100 Low Volatility 30
- 30 least volatile stocks from Nifty 100
- Nifty Alpha Low-Volatility 30
- 30 stocks with low volatility and high alpha from Nifty 100 and Midcap 50
- Nifty Next 50
- 50 companies just below Nifty 50
- Investment Strategy
- Passive, rule-based, transparent
- Investor Benefit
- Steadier returns, potential growth, long-term focus