In the midst of global economic uncertainty and the potential for gold to outperform equity investments, the spotlight is on gold exchange-traded funds (ETFs). According to data from the Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI), net inflows in gold ETFs surged to Rs 3,751.4 crore in January 2025 from a nine-month low of Rs … Read more
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee at the 2nd day of the 8th edition of the BGBS in Kolkata. | Photo Credit: DEBASISH BHADURI West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday (February 6, 2025) said investment proposals worth ₹4.40 lakh crore were received during the two-day Bengal Global Business Summit, 2025, emphasising that the State remains the “safest … Read more
“We are of the view that the second half of the year will probably be the part of the year when we will start making returns. So, we go through a dull part of the year where we probably trend downwards as we are doing today,” says Taher Badshah, Invesco Mutual Fund.Give us a sense … Read more
A popular investment choice among non-resident Indians (NRIs) is fixed deposits (FDs). This investment option is user-friendly, offers guaranteed returns, and adheres to transparent regulations. During its December Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting, the Reserve Bank of India raised the interest rate cap on Foreign Currency Non-Resident Account FCNR (B) deposits to overnight Alternative Reference … Read more
Denmark-based Maersk, one of the world’s largest shipping companies, has shown interest in investing in Andhra Pradesh. Maersk, a global leader in maritime transport, with operations in over 130 countries, can make Andhra Pradesh a leader in sea transport if it establishes its presence in the State. During the second day of the World Economic … Read more
“Investing in U.S. stocks can be rewarding for Indian investors, but it’s essential to consider currency fluctuations. When the rupee weakens against the U.S. dollar, your U.S. investments are worth more in rupee terms, potentially boosting your returns,” says Ashish Kashyap, the Founder & CEO of INDmoney. In an interview with ETMarkets, Kashyap said: “When … Read more
As we enter 2025, investors face a year shaped by economic changes and new opportunities in the market. To make the most of these, focusing on smart asset allocation is key – balancing growth with managing risks. A diversified mix of equities, debt, gold, and real estate can provide both returns and stability. With … Read more
NFO details: Mirae Asset Mutual Fund has introduced two new schemes: Mirae Asset Nifty India New Age Consumption ETF and Mirae Asset Nifty India New Age Consumption ETF Fund of Fund. These schemes aim to provide investors with an opportunity to capitalise on India’s changing consumption trends, influenced by evolving demographics and growing discretionary spending. … Read more
“Also, in the current market context where we see that where there is some amount of weakness which is there, the large groups they are better placed to manage the slowdown because of the diversification of cash flows what they have from different businesses, they have a better control in terms of cash flows which … Read more
An Equity-Linked Savings Scheme (ELSS) is a type of mutual fund that provides tax benefits under Section 80C of the Income Tax Act, 1961. By investing in ELSS, individuals can avail tax deductions of up to Rs 1.5 lakh annually. ELSS mutual funds have the potential to generate higher returns compared to other Section 80C … Read more