Mutual funds: SBI Infrastructure Fund, SBI Long Term Equity, SBI Contra Fund under focus; check returns

Mutual funds: SBI Infrastructure Fund, SBI Long Term Equity, SBI Contra Fund under focus; check returns

Mutual funds remain a top choice for wealth building in today’s diverse investment landscape. They provide benefits such as diversification, liquidity, and the potential for attractive returns. SBI Mutual Fund, a pioneer in the mutual fund industry, offers a variety of mutual fund schemes that have proven to be beneficial for investors looking to build … Read more

Mutual funds: How multi-sector funds can help investors navigate market dips; here’s some advice

Mutual funds: How multi-sector funds can help investors navigate market dips; here’s some advice

In the last one month, domestic stock markets have experienced a significant decline due to weak Q2 results and substantial selling by foreign investors. The Sensex and Nifty have dropped almost 10% from their highs, leaving investors uncertain about the best course of action during this market downturn. Despite the challenges, the mutual fund industry … Read more

Quant Small Cap Fund increased stakes in RIL, Jio Financial in October; check latest details

Quant Small Cap Fund increased stakes in RIL, Jio Financial in October; check latest details

Mutual funds: In October, with Indian markets witnessing corrections due to lackluster earnings, domestic mutual funds (MFs) adopted a proactive approach by acquiring top-performing stocks during their dipping value. The Quant Small Cap Fund, the largest fund managed by Quant Mutual Fund, strategically increased its investment in around 13 stocks within its portfolio during this … Read more

This focused fund has given an 85% return in just one year. Check investment strategy, details before putting your money

This focused fund has given an 85% return in just one year. Check investment strategy, details before putting your money

HDFC Defence Fund was launched in June last year. Since its inception, the fund has shown impressive performance, delivering an 85% return to investors and amassing total assets exceeding Rs 3,952 crore. Over the last year, the scheme has yielded a return of 76.03%, and in the past six months, investors have seen a return … Read more

As a senior citizen, is it safe to invest in thematic mutual funds, NFOs? Can you elaborate on the risk factors?

As a senior citizen, is it safe to invest in thematic mutual funds, NFOs? Can you elaborate on the risk factors?

I am 72 year old and I stay in Delhi. Should I invest in thematic mutual funds? Like infra funds, defence funds. I see a lot of new fund offers (NFOs) being launched every week? Can you guide me? Name withheld on request. Response by Atul Shinghal, Founder & CEO, Scripbox A 72-year-old investor might be seeking regular … Read more