HOW TO CHOOSE SIP
Quant Mutual Fund investors withdraw Rs 1,400 crore in 3 days. Should you stop fresh investments, SIPs?
The client withdrawals are among the first indicators of the probe’s impact. The Securities and Exchange Board of India is reviewing alleged front-running trades by Quant Mutual Fund employees, Bloomberg News reported earlier this week, citing people familiar with the matter.
4 different types of systematic investment plan (SIP) where you can invest
Systematic investment plans (SIPs) are an effective tool for investing in mutual funds for the creation of long-term wealth. SIPs allow investors to put in fixed amounts at predetermined intervals. Here are the different variants: Full: Centre for Investment Education and Learning (CIEL)
How to deploy Rs 2 crore inheritance to meet child education expenses & retirement goals
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ITR filing: Compare your tax outgo in old and new tax regime before finalising one for FY24
Sudhir Kaushik of TaxSpanner.com tells readers how they can optimise their tax by rejigging their incomes and investments. TaxSpanner estimates that Vivek Jaiswal can have a surplus of almost Rs.60,000 if his salary is rejigged to include tax-free perks and if he opts for the new tax regime. Here's how
Kotak Mutual Fund introduces Freedom SIP facility
Kotak Mutual Fund introduces Freedom SIP facility for investments under growth option of eligible schemes effective from June 18. Investors can register for a SIP cum SWP for specified duration.
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SIP, STP or lumpsum? How to invest as Dalal Street recovers from election shocker
Post-election market recovery raises concerns for mutual fund investors on choosing between lumpsum or SIP/STP investments for better returns. Bankbazaar.com CEO Adhil Shetty advises considering market conditions, risk appetite and financial goals for investment decisions in mutual funds.
Election results: How mutual fund investors should tweak their investment strategy
ETMutualFunds consults advisors on post-election investment strategy adjustments for conservative, moderate, and aggressive mutual fund investors. Recommendations include gradual equity exposure increase for conservatives, balanced portfolios for moderates, and focus on growth sectors for aggressives, with emphasis on research and risk management.
How I finally entered a $5 trillion money-making venture
Indrajit hazra talks about how an Allahabad Bank account-holding man-child, at last, felt plugged into the Phiroze Jeejeebhoy Towers on Dalal Street,
ET Mutual Fund Explains: Looking to generate a target corpus of Rs 1 crore? Use Rule 15*15*15
The 15*15*15 rule is a simple strategy for MF investors to become crorepatis by investing Rs 15,000 monthly for 15 years, assuming a 15% annual return. This approach highlights the power of compounding over long-term investments, enabling individuals to achieve significant wealth accumulation with consistent contributions.
Big bosses talking up the market is very scary because things can go wrong: PV Subramanyam
PV Subramanyam advises investors to focus on long-term investment strategies, considering market cues cautiously and diversifying portfolios to mitigate risks. He says that we ne need to be careful that the market can go down. The big bosses are talking up the market, which is very scary because things can go wrong and we need to be ready for that.
Investing in ELSS mutual funds: 6 things to know
Equity-linked savings schemes (ELSS) serve a dual purpose, offering potential for wealth growth, while providing tax-saving benefit under Section 80C.
Investors have shifted from small & midcaps to flexi, multi, thematic funds: Anthony Heredia
Anthony Heredia observes a shift in investment trends towards flexi, multi, and thematic funds over small and midcaps. SIP numbers surpass 20,000 crores in April. Industry focuses on easing KYC process for investors.
How to make most of the annual bonus: Save 56% more if you invest Rs 2 lakh in equity mutual fund than prepaying home loans
This is the time of the year when many people get their annual appraisal done and receive their hard earned performance bonus or incentives. This is a significant amount which everyone wants to make the best use of. If you have a home loan outstanding then there is always a tendency to make a partial prepayment to bring down loan outstanding. However you also have the option to invest in equity MF which can potential give good return over long term. So you need to check which option works better for you.
Low charges, high returns, income tax benefits — 5 reasons to choose NPS for retirement planning
The NPS for the general public completes 15 years this week. Over the years, the NPS has undergone many changes and become more investor friendly. The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) has made the scheme more flexible and introduced new features. It has also made it easier to open an NPS account. Here are five reasons why you should invest in it.
Why should you opt for a SIP in an ELSS fund?
This benefits investors choosing the old tax regime as investments up to Rs 1.5 lakh are exempt under Section 80C of the Income Tax Act.
ET Mutual Funds Explains: When to use CAGR, XIRR or IRR to calculate your mutual fund returns?
Why are they written as CAGR, IRR or XIRR? ETMutualFunds made it easy for the first time investors to understand what these nomenclatures mean and how one should calculate them.
Mutual funds, other investment options to choose to save for retirement
The Portfolio Doctor assesses the health of the fund portfolio, examines the schemes and their suitability with regard to the goals and, if required, recommends corrective measures. The advice given is based on the performance of the funds, the risk profile of the investor as well as his financial goals.
How can I increase my monthly income to Rs 3-4 lakh?
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Retirement planning: Amount you need to save in 10 years to create a Rs 10 crore retirement corpus
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Best debt mutual funds to buy now; how to choose the right debt MF
With interest rates expected to cool down, this is a good time to get into debt mutual funds. However, choosing the right debt fund is a challenge. There are more than 15 categories of debt funds, each serving a different purpose and investor need. We identified the best funds on the basis of investors’ needs.
Navigating investment confusion: How to choose the right asset for your goals
As part of choosing the right asset, one must understand that every investment decision carries an element of risk, however experienced the investor may be.
How young parents can plan finances, household budget and save for child's future
Planning to save more is a good goal to have. This critically hinges on the expenditure pattern of the household. You may not have a detailed budget and accounting habit to know all the details, but broadly know the mandatory heads of expenses. Add up to see if these are less than 50% of your income. The lesser, the better.
How to allocate resources in these market conditions? Feroze Azeez answers
Feroze Azeez says: “Investor confidence has gone up on the back of education which has started in 2013. Liquidity, both on the domestic and the foreign institutional side seems robust because the domestic guys are putting money out of education and foreigners are putting on the probability of the continuance of the government. Plus, earnings have been very heartening.”
How to quickly save Rs 1 crore? Use this 8-4-3 rule of compounding
With a little discipline and the power of compounding, you can easily double or triple your savings in the long run. While simple interest is calculated on the principal amount or the money you have invested, compound interest is calculated on the principal amount and the interest that you earn on that. Let’s find out how compounding can help you become wealthier.
Investment in 2024: How to choose the right financial product in New Year
Investors can often get confused by the plethora of financial products on offer and their variants. There are some cardinal aspects that you should consider before choosing any such product. Text: courtesy Centre for Investment Education and Learning (CIEL)
How does a mutual fund SIP top-up work?
At the time of registering an SIP, the investor has to choose an amount and tenure, which cannot be changed later. If the investor desires to increase the amount, one option is to start a new SIP equivalent to that amount. However, many wish to automate this process.
DSP Top 100 Equity Fund: Sustained performance needed, says analyst; should you invest?
We examine the key fundamentals of the fund, its portfolio and performance to help you make an informed investment decision.
Building an investment portfolio is no different from buying a sari: How to pick your investments
Instead of allowing the portfolio to suffer from your choice dilemma, you could lay down rules and processes to simplify decisions. Satisficing solutions, instead of optimising solutions, could work. List upfront what you want, and choose and review within this process.
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