As the festive season begins, investors traditionally turn to precious metals like gold and silver, both considered symbols of prosperity and stability. This Diwali, however, choosing between the two requires a closer look at performance, price trends, and your portfolio goals. Market experts say that at this point, instead of asking which metal looks more … Read more
With silver prices soaring 53% so far in 2025, inflows into silver ETFs have surged dramatically, reportedly tripling those into gold ETFs, according to Axis Mutual Fund. According to the fund house, “Investment inflows into silver have soared globally, with silver-backed ETFs and other investment products seeing record additions. In the first half of 2025 … Read more
When it comes to investing in mutual funds, returns often grab the spotlight. However, what’s equally—if not more—important is the risk that is associated with the fund you choose and take to earn those returns. This is where the riskometer, introduced by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), plays a crucial role in … Read more
For most retail investors, the word “equity” instinctively signals higher returns, and higher risk. It is commonly assumed that increasing the equity allocation in a portfolio proportionally increases its volatility. However, as counterintuitive as it may sound, this belief doesn’t always hold true. Empirical data demonstrates that equity, when added judiciously to a debt-heavy portfolio, … Read more
In recent times, a category called multi cap funds is gaining popularity. The total corpus under multi cap funds has climbed to almost a formidable Rs.1.75 lakh crore as on May end. In fact, in May, the category saw a net inflow of about 3 thousand crores, an increase over April additions. Other popular categories … Read more
Most investors perceive gold as a safe-haven asset and this belief has only strengthened in recent times, as there has been a significant surge in the gold prices amidst the global economic uncertainty. As a result, the demand for gold has skyrocketed, and with Akshaya Tritiya around the corner, many investors are likely to flock … Read more
President Donald Trump’s proposed 25% tariff on auto imports has ignited discussions among investors and analysts, particularly concerning its potential impact on mutual funds with significant holdings in automotive stocks. This tariff, aimed at bolstering domestic automotive manufacturing, could lead to increased costs for auto manufacturers. Consequently, the profitability and stock prices of companies within … Read more
Sandeep Kumar Gupta, CMD, GAIL (India), says the Rs 20 increase in tariff which they have filed will translate to Rs 3,400 crore per annum and they are very hopeful that at least two elements out of this, – Rs 1,200 crore for true up-of-the-system use gas cost and about Rs 800 crore due to … Read more
The ongoing downturn in benchmark equity indices has resulted in a decrease in the average annual returns of the National Pension System (NPS). Since September 27, 2024, both the Sensex and Nifty have dropped by more than 17% and 18% respectively. The decline in the Nifty 50 index has impacted long-term gains, causing concern among … Read more
I am 38 years old and part of a family of three, which includes my 35-year-old wife and our 5-month-old son. I do not have any dependents. My current asset allocation is as follows: 75% in Equity, 20% in PF, and 5% in Gold. Additionally, I own an ancestral house in Pune. My monthly expenses … Read more