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All things considered, and drawing parallels with the past cases, there is little logic in investors rushing to exit Quant funds based on what we know so far. While it’s possible that the circumstances may be worse than they currently appear to be, ...

Falling prices and an unhealthy secondary market do not make it a good investment.

Chandan has been an equity investor for the past 15 years and has seen a couple of market cycles. However, he is not sure what lies ahead for the equity markets.

Most quant funds in India have a track record of only 3-4 years, which is too short to reliably judge their execution capabilities. Within this limited time frame, significant variance can be observed. Despite a few exceptions, most funds have strug...

Are you also planning to invest in the upcoming IPOs? Brokerages often express bullish views on IPOs because increased investor participation benefits their business. However, take their advice with a pinch of salt. Here are a few things to keep in ...

What are dynamic asset allocation funds? 5 key points to know

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...

Accumulating a Rs 1 crore corpus might seem like a distant dream for someone earning Rs 50,000 a month. However, with discipline and a strategic approach, it is achievable. Experts recommend systematic investment plans (SIPs) in equity mutual funds ...

Path to becoming a crorepati? Owning Rs 1 crore is an investor's dream. Strategic investments, like SIPs in equity funds, can help reach that goal. Regular investing and a long-term view are crucial. Even a Rs 1,000 SIP can grow substantially over t...

NRI Mutual fund KYC rules: The new KYC rules from Sebi have come into effect from April 1, 2024. However, the new KYC rules made it difficult for NRI to invest in mutual fund schemes. A relaxation has been given by Sebi for NRI investors so that the...

When things get tough, those who have managed to get the basics right— diversification, cost averaging, asset allocation—don’t panic. Investors should have done this and been confident about it. This only comes with simplicity. Embracing simplicity ...

Redeeming from a mutual fund is a straightforward process. Investors can choose to redeem a part or all of their investment depending on their financial needs and goals.

The bottom line for any investor is return on investment. No one wants to invest in a business that loses steam after the initial burst of profit and proof of viability. A guide for startup founders who are searching for investors

Financial thumb rules: Here are 6 thumb rules of investing to help you become a successful and wealthy investor.

Most of you are familiar with systematic investment plans (SIPs) — disciplined investments in mutual funds. You need to use certain tips and tricks of SIP to achieve your financial target quickly. Here comes top-up SIP or step-up SIP. While traditio...

While investing in fixed income, investors typically hunt for safety of capital and predictability of return. Most retail investors shy away from debt funds as these are market-linked. While individual bonds may seem appealing, the onus of due dilig...

The Altman Z-score is derived from a blend of financial ratios extracted from a company’s balance sheet and income statement. Its formula incorporates variables like working capital, retained earnings, earnings before interest and taxes (EBIT), mark...

We have reached a stage where everyone thinks that cryptocurrency is a legitimate asset class. While there may be regulatory obstacles, these will eventually be overcome. Another surge in value is inevitable, resulting in substantial increase in the...

As Akshaya Tritiya approaches, a time considered auspicious for buying gold for prosperity and good fortune, the gold-buying frenzy is about to be unleashed notwithstanding the current stratospheric rates gold has reached currently. The decision to ...