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Trying to time the market? Missing the best trading days can dent returns

Staying invested throughout market cycles yields the highest returns for investors. Missing just fifty strong trading days drastically reduces Nifty 50 returns to 0.89 percent. Missing thirty best trading days improved returns to 4.59 percent for the Nifty 50. Missing ten best trading days boosted Nifty 50 returns to 9.67 percent. Market timing requires two correct decisions, which is difficult for investors.

21 Jul 2026 5:44 am