Choosing between Direct and Regular Mutual Funds for investment – Which one is more beneficial

Choosing between Direct and Regular Mutual Funds for investment – Which one is more beneficial

When selecting mutual funds for investment, the common goal is to achieve the best returns possible. This often leads investors to search for the so-called “best” mutual funds. However, determining what constitutes the “best” fund is subjective and varies depending on individual preferences and financial goals. According to reports, the percentage of direct plans in … Read more

Long-term investment in financial sector could yield strong returns: Neeraj Dewan

Long-term investment in financial sector could yield strong returns: Neeraj Dewan

“If one is a long-term investor, this is also a domestic-focused, our own domestic-focused consumption story and there is definitely scope there to build on to a portfolio if you are seeing some correction and consolidation started to happen, then one can be looking at real estate also,” says Neeraj Dewan, Market Expert. What is … Read more

Sebi simplifies offer document requirement for AMCs

Sebi simplifies offer document requirement for AMCs

Markets regulator Sebi on Friday simplified the framework for asset management companies (AMCs) by reducing the requirement to upload draft SIDs to 8 working days from 21 days earlier. This is aimed at streamlining the process, reducing timelines, and enhancing investor protection while simplifying compliance for AMCs. Source link

Mutual Funds NFO: Sebi fixes 30-day timeline for deploying funds raised from NFOs

Mutual Funds NFO: Sebi fixes 30-day timeline for deploying funds raised from NFOs

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has decided to implement timelines for the utilization of funds raised through New Fund Offers (NFOs) by asset management companies (AMCs) and has relaxed regulations regarding the alignment of interests between AMC employees and unitholders. Additionally, Sebi has mandated the disclosure of stress testing for all mutual … Read more

HDFC AMC’s Q2 show fuels rally in MF stocks

HDFC AMC’s Q2 show fuels rally in MF stocks

Mumbai: Asset management companies surged up to 12% in Wednesday’s trading as strong second-quarter results by the largest listed fund house HDFC Asset Management fuelled sentiment. Aditya Birla Sun Life Asset Management Company surged 11.5% to end at ₹779, UTI AMC rose 7.6% to ₹1,326, HDFC AMC gained 5.8% to ₹4,833 and Nippon Life India … Read more

Bank Fixed Deposits ( FDs) vs Debt funds. What should I choose in this current market conditions?

Bank Fixed Deposits ( FDs) vs Debt funds. What should I choose in this current market conditions?

I am 31 years old and I want to actively invest. Should I go for bank fixed deposits ( FDs) or debt funds. What is your recommendation during the current market conditions? Name withheld Response shared by Jiral Mehta, Senior Research Analyst, FundsIndia. Debt Funds hold several advantages over fixed deposits (FDs). When you invest … Read more

SEBI questions mutual funds over selling misleading small-cap schemes to elderly citizens

SEBI questions mutual funds over selling misleading small-cap schemes to elderly citizens

SEBI, the regulatory authority in India, is stepping up its oversight of small-cap funds. They’re now seeking information from individual asset management companies (AMCs) regarding the sale of these funds to super senior citizens. This move aims to ensure greater protection for elderly investors. The news was initially covered by Mint. Investment advisors suggest that … Read more