BSE INDEX BSE200 (BSE200) live share price today at BSE

The BSE 200 Index serves as a benchmark for investors who are willing to invest in the top 200 listed companies. The index provides data on the top 200 companies listed on the Bombay Stock Exchange. The selection criteria for the BSE 200 Index are based on the size and liquidity of the companies listed on the BSE 200 Index. The Bombay Stock Exchange launched the BSE 200 in May 1994. The reason behind the development of the BSE 200 Index is that the stock market has a vast number of constituents that are growing rapidly, and it adequately represents the stock market, which provides long-term growth and stability.

The ranking criteria of the 200 stocks which are included in the BSE 200 Index shall be based on the free-float market capitalisation and the increasing volume of the trading listed on the Bombay Stock Exchange. The value of the BSE 200 Index fluctuates in response to changes in the prices of stocks listed on the BSE 200 Index, and it also reflects the free-float market capitalisation of the companies.

The BSE 200 Index has a wide number of constituents that are listed on the BSE. It provides investors with exposure to a large number of stocks. It offers an opportunity for diversification to all investors willing to invest in a diversified portfolio of shares for long-term growth and stability.

• The full market capitalisation of the BSE 200 Index is ₹34,094,704 crore, and the free-float market capitalisation is ₹16,387,166.
• The P/E Ratio of the BSE 200 Index is 23.65%, the P/B Ratio is 4.24%, and the dividend yield is 1.18%.
• The method of calculation for the BSE 200 Index is based on the free-float market capitalisation.
• The BSE 200 Index is diversified into various sectors such as Finance, Information Technology, Transport Equipment, Oil& Gas, FMCG, Capital Goods, and many more.
• The weightage of the top three sectors included in the BSE 200 Index is 31.36%, 91.3%, and 8.05%.
• The ranking criteria of the 200 stocks which are included in the BSE 200 Index shall be based on the free-float market capitalisation and the increasing volume of the trading listed on the Bombay Stock Exchange. 

• The companies shall be listed on the BSE and must form a part of the BSE 200 Index.
• The trading frequency for the continuous listing must be at least six months for the last trading period.
• The liquidity of the stocks shall be high, and during the last trading sessions, it shall be at least 95% over the previous six months.
•  The average traded value of the companies must not be less than INR 5 billion.
• Companies must generate revenue by performing and being involved in their core activities.

To calculate the BSE 200 Index, one must meet the eligibility criteria for determining the index's value. Primarily, the BSE 200 Index has used the full-float market capitalisation, which includes all the privately held shares. The full-float market capitalisation does not provide an accurate picture of the index, so the method of calculation was later changed to be based on the free-float market capitalisation. The free-float market capitalisation refers to the shares that are freely tradable on the platform; it excludes shares held by promoters, the government, and any other entities that are restricted from trading. After calculating the individual free-float market cap of the companies included in the BSE 200 Index, the resulting figures shall be added for all the  constituents.  

Formula of the BSE 200 Index = Total free-float market capitalisation* Index Value for the Base Year/ Market Capitalisation for the Base Year.

• The BSE 200 Index covers the top 200 companies that are listed on the Bombay Stock Exchange, and it provides a wider representation to the investors for long-term growth and stability.
• The BSE 200 Index is diversified across various sectors, including FMCG, IT, Energy, Healthcare, and Infrastructure, among others, providing balanced exposure for the BSE 200 Index.
• The BSE 200 Index not only established blue-chip firms but also emerging leaders, especially from the mid-cap segment.

• The BSE 200 Index has a vast number of securities that are listed on the BSE, so it makes it difficult for investors to track all stocks and make a reliable decision.
• Some mid-cap companies may face lower liquidity, which leads to a high impact on the price and wider bid-ask spreads.
• Global Investors and foreign funds usually track Nifty 50 or Sensex, so the BSE 200 does not have exposure at the worldwide level, and international uniqueness.

Investors can check availability on AMC websites, NSE/BSE sites, or apps, which provide a reliable broking facility, enabling them to select the most profitable and highly growing stocks for their long-term investments. A demat account is necessary if investors want to buy ETFs or constituent stocks, but it is not required if they want to invest through mutual funds and SIPs. If the availability of a direct BSE 200 Index fund is not available, then the investors can consider the mutual funds or ETFs. They also provide direct exposure to investors in the BSE 200 Index.  

Investors can replicate the index by purchasing the major stocks that are included in the BSE 200 Index. The chance of direct control and the advantage of capital and portfolio management are also necessary.

The BSE 200 Index serves as a benchmark for investors who are willing to invest in the top 200 listed companies. The index provides data on the top 200 companies listed on the Bombay Stock Exchange. The ranking criteria of the 200 stocks which are included in the BSE 200 Index shall be based on the free-float market capitalisation and the increasing volume of the trading listed on the Bombay Stock Exchange. The BSE 200 Index is diversified into various sectors such as Finance, Information Technology, Transport Equipment, Oil& Gas, FMCG, Capital Goods, and many more. 

To calculate the BSE 200 Index, one must meet the eligibility criteria for determining the index's value. Primarily, the BSE 200 Index has used the full-float market capitalisation, which includes all the privately held shares. The liquidity of the stocks shall be high, and during the last trading sessions, it shall be at least 95% over the previous six months. The free-float market capitalisation refers to the shares that are freely tradable on the platform; it excludes shares held by promoters, the government, and any other entities that are restricted from trading.