15 penny stocks tumble 15‑55% over two weeks
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- 15 penny stocks fell 15%–55% over the past two weeks.
- The screen targeted stocks with market cap < Rs 1,000 crore, share price < Rs 20, and daily volume ≥ 5 lakh shares.
- ACE Equity supplied the data for the screening results.
- Investors are drawn to penny stocks for low entry price and quick‑gain potential, yet they face high risk.
- Low liquidity, high volatility and limited transparency make penny stocks vulnerable to price manipulation and sharp corrections.
Why it matters: Investors holding the screened penny stocks suffer steep losses, with declines up to 55%, while the data from ACE Equity highlights how low‑priced, low‑liquidity shares are especially vulnerable to rapid market corrections, underscoring the need for disciplined risk management in general.
