WHAT IS PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT
How is an active fund manager different from a passive one?
A fund manager is a part of the investment team at a fund house and one of the most important persons responsible for building the portfolio, monitoring it, generating returns and ensuring it runs in line with the objectives and mandate of the fund.
Allied Blenders and Distillers IPO shares to list on Tuesday. Here's what GMP indicates
The IPO, comprising a fresh issue of ₹1,000 crore and an offer for sale (OFS) of 1.77 crore existing shares, received overwhelming demand, with over 20 times subscription at its close. The company plans to utilize the funds from the fresh issue primarily for debt reduction and general corporate purposes.
Want to balance risk-return now and not just focus on returns: Siddharth Vora
Other than valuations which seem to provide some sort of caution, volatility has come off very significantly post elections. All the macro data points around India are very robust. From a macro perspective, there are no major red flags. We are not seeing any major systemic risk for Indian equities as well andit is very clear that this is still a broad-based bull market, Siddharth Vora.
Decoding momentum funds: What you need to know
Momentum funds select stocks based on recent performance for continuity. The 17 funds in this category include both index funds and ETFs, with a tracking error of 0.3 to 0.5% in passive funds. High-risk investors are ideal for these funds, with recommended asset allocation of 80% in equity and 20% in debt, says Chirag Muni.
What should investors do with cement stocks? Sanjay H Parekh answers
On consumption, we are underweight, in fact we do not own any FMCG stock right now and we have taken sectoral deviations to get the alpha. So, overall the very simple view was overweight domestic, global underweight.
Allied Blenders IPO to open on Tuesday. What GMP signals ahead of subscription?
Allied Blenders and Distillers, the maker of Officer's Choice Whiskey, is launching a Rs 1,500 crore IPO. The IPO is priced at Rs 267-281 per share, with a premium of Rs 75 in the unlisted market.
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How are equity savings funds taxed?
Equity savings schemes are funds that belong to the hybrid category. They invest in a mix of equity, debt and arbitrage opportunities. A scheme in this category invests in equity and debt securities, employing a combination of three investment strategies — pure equity (net long equity), arbitrage plays, and debt.
Bet on largecap, index stocks; try and take your portfolio to safer sectors: Dipan Mehta
The larger ones, the large banks, the large IT companies, the large pharma companies, they are still in that ballpark figure of 15 times to 30-35 times trailing 12-month price to earning multiple.
ETMarkets x AIF & PMS: India's largest summit on alternative investing funds and portfolio management services
Join the ETMarkets x AIF & PMS Conclave 2.0 on June 19-20, 2024, for expert insights into alternative investments and portfolio management schemes. Designed for high-net-worth individuals (HNIs) and investment professionals, this virtual event will offer strategies, trends, and market analysis to enhance your portfolio and stay abreast with market trends.
With a little help from our AI friends
AI is now better at picking stocks than humans. Thus spake not Zarathustra but a May 2024 Chicago Booth research paper, 'Financial Statement Analysis with Large Language Models'. Reaction to this information so far straddles the spectrum from 'Financial apocalypse is nigh!' to 'So what?'
How to turn panic into profit: Only lesson equity investors should learn to manage stock market volatility
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 in investment strategy is not just a defensive move, but a proactive approach to building a resilient portfolio.
ETMarkets Smart Talk: Roads, railways, and defence should be in focus in Budget session of Modi 3.0
The sharp 6% fall in markets was a result of people expecting for a BJP majority based on the exit polls, with the actual results turning out to be a black swan event.
Why is it right time to reshuffle your portfolio? Feroze Azeez answers
Now if you come to the contemporary situation that general election is over, the mandate of the new government is also reasonably clear, the NDA is going to form a government in 99% of the situations, which is going to be a stable government because you have 292 seats on a pre-poll alliance, UPA 1, UPA 2 also you would not see one single party having a majority greater than 272, 273, so it is a stable government, that is one thing behind us now.
Why is the process of asset allocation necessary in mutual funds?
It is difficult for any investor to predict when equity will go up or when it could correct. There could be many factors affecting it. So when equities go down, and all your money is in it, you will be hit hard. However, if some part of it is allocated to gold and debt, it will protect your portfolio.
How should investors reshuffle their portfolio? Arnav Pandya answers
There are two things. One is that there is political posturing which obviously happens because they are going to go into a negotiation. But till the date on which that swearing can happens, the ministers take oath, all this is just in the whole realm of speculation, so one should not make any investment decisions based on this. The second part here and which is the important thing is that if you look closely at what Mr Narendra Modi said in the victory speech, it is very clear that the road to Viksit Bharat, he said, will continue.
ETMarkets PMS Talk: This fund manager with over Rs 350 cr in AUM generates 2x returns vs benchmark since June 2023
Within this we are managing roughly Rs 315 crore in AQUA, a Flexicap Quant PMS Strategy, which is our flagship style-adaptive, benchmark-agnostic, dynamic multi-factor strategy and roughly Rs 35 crore in our Multi Asset Quant Strategies.
No need for big rejig in portfolio; wait for dust to settle down: Sunil Singhania
So, it is 10% lower than what was expected. I think what has happened in the interim is that the exit polls raised phenomenal expectations and even now what you are seeing as a correction is largely what we went up on Monday.
HDFC Small cap mutual fund is lagging behind the index and its peers sharply; what should investors do
We examine the key fundamentals of the fund, its portfolio and performance to help you make an informed investment decision.
Know Your Fund Manager | Sanjay Chawla, CIO – Equity, Baroda BNP Paribas Mutual Fund
"I am directly managing some of the flagship and strategic products. All the funds are sector-agnostic and across market cap. These include Balanced Advantage Fund, Flexi cap Fund, Large & Midcap Fund and Focused Fund. This accounts for close to 1/3rd of the fund’s AUM"
What India VIX's jump to 24 level means for the markets
India VIX surged 91% in May 2024 amid anticipation of election results. Understanding its value at 24, it implies a Nifty 50 fluctuation range of 6.93% monthly.
Election outcomes won't disrupt India's economic stability: Saurabh Mukherjea
There will probably be governance continuity as well, but almost certainly there will be policy continuity and hence, my point of view to the foreign investors is, beyond a point, you should not overemphasise the elections.
ETMarkets AIF Talk: This Rs 300 crore fund manager unveils M.E.R.I.T strategy to pick investments for portfolio
Himanshu Kohli, Co-founder of Client Associates, discusses identifying themes early for investors and the fund philosophy emphasizing value in business with strong fundamentals and execution. He mentions raising Rs 300 crore in AUM.
ETMarkets AIF Talk: Fund Manager of Rs 1200 cr AUM reveals 4 key factors for wealth creation in small & midcaps
Aditya Sood, Fund Manager at InCred Asset Management, discusses small companies' growth potential in an interview with ETMarkets. Sood says that the cost of capital in India will structurally decline over the next 5-7 years, benefiting small and mid-cap companies. Many of the investee companies, though small in size, are already market leaders or challengers in niche industries with substantial growth potential
An investment advisor – A planner for your financial dreams
Globalisation, urbanisation, and technology have impacted the Indian lifestyle, blending tradition with modernity. The anticipated growth in Indian household wealth underscores the need for effective investment planning and wealth management.
ETMarkets AIF Talk: Fund Manager with Rs 1,000 cr portfolio nearly doubles wealth in a year; holds 10% cash amid election uncertainty
Arun Chulani, Co-Founder of First Water Capital, discusses the fund's impressive performance, achieving over 90% growth in the last year and 40% CAGR in 3 years. The fund has consistently ranked no.1 on BarclayHedge's Top 10 equity funds. he says: "Our performance is a reflection of our core philosophy, which starts with value, concentration, and betting on a country with long-term tailwinds—that of India."
Should investors adjust their portfolios based on predictions of election outcomes?
Investors may adjust portfolios based on election outcome predictions. Constructing robust portfolios is crucial in uncertain times to withstand market shocks and ensure long-term survival.
What is an 'alpha' in a portfolio? Why is it important?
Learn about the importance of alpha in investing and how it relates to active management. Chirag Muni of Anand Rathi Wealth explains how alpha measures excess returns against benchmarks, emphasizing the value it adds to investment decisions. Muni says alpha on a standalone basis may not be enough as one also needs to factor in risk, this is where beta comes into the picture.
Markets peak on optimism, not on relative pessimism: Deepak Shenoy
It seems to be, but people seem to still be very scared. Everybody I am talking about is little worried that the markets will fall or that they have reached a peak and there is so much high. So, I think the problem is markets peak on optimism, not on relative pessimism, like we see today.
What makes Siddharth Vora so bullish on auto sector?
Siddharth Vora of Prabhudas Lilladher Asset Management highlights recent portfolio winners including Cochin Shipyard and IndiGo. They favor sectors like auto, defense, and metals. IndiGo's strong market position and rural recovery prospects drive confidence, while Tata Motors offers a broad play in the CV cycle.
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