BSE 200 Share Price

The BSE 200 tracks the performance of 200 companies listed on the Bombay Stock Exchange, based on liquidity and size across sectors.

It stands between broader indices like the BSE 500 and narrower ones like the Sensex. Hence, monitoring BSE 200 today's movements gives you a balanced view of large and mid-sized companies - neither too concentrated nor too wide.

The BSE 200 follows a Data-driven filtering and Ranking process, where selection begins from the BSE 500. Even if multiple share classes exist, the total number of companies is capped at 200.

1. Step 1: Key Data Points (Last 6 Months)

   
   Each company is evaluated based on:
   • Average daily total market capitalisation
   • Annualised traded value
   • Trading frequency

   (If a company is newly listed, data is taken from its listing date instead of 6 months)

2. Step 2: Basic Eligibility Filters

   
   
   • Liquidity Requirement (≥ ₹500 crore annualised traded value)
   • Existing stocks allowed (≥ ₹400 crore)
   • Trading Consistency (Must trade on at least 90% of trading days)

3. Step 3: Ranking & Selection

   
   Companies are ranked based on average daily total market capitalisation.
   Final Inclusion (200 Stocks):
   • Top 160 companies are selected directly.
   • Existing constituents ranked 161-240, added next.

   If needed, additional companies are included to complete 200 stocks.

The BSE 200 index is calculated using a structured market-cap-based approach, with liquidity considered in the background.

1. Step 1: Observation Period

   
   Data is taken from the last 6 months before rebalancing. For new stocks, data is considered from the listing date.

2. Step 2: Calculate Traded Value

   
   Daily traded values are tracked and calculated during market hours in three different currencies: INR, USD, and AUD.
   • Monthly medians are calculated, and then the median of those monthly medians is taken. This is annualised using 250 trading days.

3. Step 3: Combine Share Classes

   
   If a company has multiple share classes:
   • Market cap is combined at the company level
   • Trading data is considered separately per class

4. Step 4: Assign Weights

   
   Stocks are weighted based on float-adjusted market capitalisation. Here, larger companies get higher weightage.

5. Step 5: Index Movement

   
   
   • The index reflects the combined movement of all 200 stocks.
   • Weight caps are reviewed twice a year (in June and December).

Tracking the BSE 200 index gives a balanced view of the market, with certain benefits like;

• Balanced Market Exposure: As it covers both large-cap and mid-cap companies.
• Less Concentrated than Narrower Indices: Gives exposure to more companies.
• More Focused than Broader Indices: To avoid very small or illiquid companies.
• Diversified Across Various Sectors: To include companies from multiple industries.
• Easy to Track: With BSE 200 live updates available on stock exchanges and investing platforms.

With Anand Rathi's TradeMobi platform, investing in the BSE 200 index is possible in 5-simple steps.

1. Step 1: Open / Login to Your Account

   
   Start by logging into your account or opening a demat account and trading account.

2. Step 2: Explore Investment Options

   
   Look for index funds or ETFs tracking the BSE 200.

3. Step 3: Choose Your Investment

   
   Select a suitable investment based on your investment horizon and risk appetite.

4. Step 4: Invest and Monitor

   
   Once invested, track the BSE 200 live performance regularly on the app.

5. Step 5: Stay Updated

   
   Use research insights to understand trends in the BSE 200 share price and the overall market.

The BSE 200 was introduced on 27th May 1994 to create a broader alternative to narrow indices, while still keeping it manageable. It was designed to track a wider set of leading companies beyond flagship indices.

Tracking the BSE 200 share price gives an overview of the core market movements without focusing on the larger universe. It serves as a mid-range index between broader and more concentrated indices.

Over time, it has become a balanced benchmark, sitting between concentrated and broad indices.