Exit or stay invested? Too-fast-too-soon gains put small investor in a spot

Investors in a dilemma over whether to invest more or to take-profits; Trading, leveraged bets should be off the table now, say experts

It isn't easy being a retail investor right now. The benchmark indices have moved up significantly in the past year and the euphoria sees no signs of abating.

The rally has largely been driven by the surfeit of domestic money and on expectations that earnings will pick up in the coming quarters. Retail investors are bulls by nature and their participation goes up when the market touch new highs.

While the rally may be luring many investors to equities, it may also be tempting some to drastically reduce their exposure amid unsustainable valuations. So, what should investors do?

According to experts, trading and