The equity market plays a significant role in the financial system by providing investors with opportunities for wealth creation and long-term capital appreciation. Equities are among the most preferred investment avenues due to their potential to generate higher returns compared to many traditional investment options. However, equity investments are subject to market fluctuations and uncertainties, making the assessment of risk and return an essential component of investment decision-making. This study focuses on the risk and return analysis of selected equities with reference to SMC Global Securities Ltd.. The primary objective of the study is to examine the relationship between risk and return and to evaluate the performance of selected stocks over the period of study. The research is based on secondary data collected from annual reports, stock exchange records, company publications, financial journals, market reports, and other reliable sources of information. Various financial and statistical tools were employed to analyze stock price movements, return patterns, volatility, and overall investment performance. The study compares selected equities from different sectors to understand their risk-return characteristics and investment potential under varying market conditions. The findings reveal that stocks with higher return potential generally carry higher levels of risk, whereas comparatively stable securities tend to provide moderate but consistent returns. The analysis also indicates that market trends, economic conditions, industry performance, and companyspecific factors significantly influence equity returns and risk levels. Furthermore, the study highlights the importance of diversification, portfolio management, and systematic evaluation in minimizing investment risk and enhancing returns.

Ande Prashanth, Ms.K.Malleswari,"A Study on Risk Return Analysis in Equities With Reference to SMC Global Securities Ltd" International Journal of Advance Research in Science, Management, Engineering and Technology, V1(2): Page(69-79) May-June 2026. ISSN: 3139-1141. www.ijarsmet.com. Published by Scientific and Academic Research Publishing.