Why Do Winners Keep Winning? Understanding Momentum Part 1| The Long & The Short Ep. 51

Start your investing journey for free! Open a zero-brokerage Demat and trading account with Zerodha to invest in Stocks, Mutual Funds, ETFs, and Bonds: https://zerodha.com/open-account/?c=Z... Welcome to The Long and The Short, a show where you can expect an honest take on trading and investing, something you won't hear elsewhere. I'm your host, Sandeep Rao (SEBI Registered Research Analyst - INH000013059). In this episode, we look at where the idea of momentum came from and how it evolved from “relative strength” to what we now call “momentum investing.” We also explain the two main types of momentum: relative momentum and absolute momentum. Then we get practical. We break down how to build a basic momentum portfolio — from choosing the stocks you want to compare and applying filters, to ranking stocks and deciding how often to rebalance. We also look at some of the tools available to backtest and run a momentum strategy yourself. Chapters: 0:00 — Intro 5:44 — The Two Types of Momentum 8:17 — Building a Momentum Portfolio 8:45 — Choosing Your Universe & Filters 10:56 — How to Rank Momentum Stocks 12:32 — Rebalancing a Momentum Portfolio 14:23 — Tools to Build & Backtest a Momentum Portfolio 📹Video Recommendation: 4 Research Papers That Explain How Markets Can Be Beaten — Part 2:    • 4 Research Papers That Explain How Markets...   If you prefer reading, we've written a post about this episode here: https://inthemoneybyzerodha.substack.... Do check out our newsletter "Aftermarket Report" where we do a quick daily wrap-up of what happened in the markets, both in India and globally. here: https://aftermarketreport.substack.com/ Check out Varsity Live, a hands-on way to learn finance with experts. Instead of only listening, you practice in real time through activities like personal finance planning, technical charting, balance sheet analysis, and more: https://varsitylive.zerodha.com/home Disclaimer: Investments in securities are subject to market risks. Please read all related documents carefully before investing. SEBI registration does not guarantee the performance of the intermediary or assure returns to investors. The securities mentioned are for illustrative purposes only and do not constitute a recommendation. By proceeding, you acknowledge and agree that any returns shown on this platform are solely for informational purposes. They are not intended to serve as advertisements or promotional material, nor should they influence your investment decisions. Trading and investment decisions should be made at your own discretion, and it is strongly advised to consult a qualified financial advisor before acting on any information provided. Note: Some image(s) may have been created using Al, no copyright infringement is intended. About Zerodha At Zerodha, we simplify complex financial topics to empower you with the knowledge to make smarter investment choices. Whether you're just getting started or looking to sharpen your skills, we’re here to help you navigate the financial world with clarity.