Radhika Gupta, MD & CEO of Edelweiss Mutual Fund, used her social media platform X (formerly Twitter) to question the common practice of judging mutual fund performance based on 1-year returns. She argued that this short-term focus fosters unrealistic expectations and promotes a constant chase for the next top-performing fund. “Incidentally, one thing direct platforms … Read more
Gautam Shah, Founder, Goldilocks Premium Research, says gold’s surge past expectations suggests a short-term peak around $3450-3500, requiring consolidation before further gains. Shah also says metals are poised for a significant rally. Experts predict the metals index will reach 10,500. Top-tier metal producers, especially in steel and non-ferrous sectors, are favoured. Jindal Group stocks are … Read more
My SIP portfolio is currently experiencing a devaluation of approximately 20-30% due to the ongoing market downturn. I have also invested in NFOs. My investment horizon extends beyond 10 years. However, the performance of the funds has dipped over the last two quarters (during the second half of 2024). Given this situation, I am seeking … Read more
The Nifty Auto Index has experienced a significant decline of almost 28% since reaching its peak in September 2024. This downturn can be attributed to a combination of factors such as US tariff worries, a decrease in automobile demand, and a general market correction. Consequently, the majority of auto stocks have witnessed notable declines. Within … Read more
Planning for Retirement: I am considering investing Rs 50,000 through SIPs over the next 15 years to build my retirement savings. Currently, my expenses are below Rs 30,000 as children are settled in their respective jobs and don’t wish to get married so soon. Taking into account inflation and post-retirement expenses, I am curious to … Read more
Quant Mutual Fund has gained a reputation for aggressive and dynamic fund management, often taking contrarian bets and sector rotation strategies. Financial planner and SEBI-registered Research Analyst A K Mandhan, in a post on social media platform X, noted that in four years, the fund’s AUM growth has gone up to Rs 1 lakh crore … Read more
In April 2025, investors holding select Sovereign Gold Bonds (SGBs) from the 2017-18 series will have the option for early redemption. The bonds eligible for redemption include SGB 2017-18 Series III, IV, and V, with redemption dates scheduled for April 16, April 23, and April 30. These bonds were originally issued at prices varying from … Read more
The Indian stock market has declined over 14% from its 2024 highs, with small and midcaps hit hardest. Investors like Anshul Saigal see this correction as a buying opportunity, drawing inspiration from Warren Buffett’s philosophy of investing amid fear. Despite the turmoil, seasoned investors like Anshul Saigal, Founder of Saigal Capital in an interview with … 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
The Indian equity market has witnessed a significant decrease in the number of companies with a valuation of $1 billion or more, with nearly one-fifth of the count diminishing over the past five months. At the peak on September 26 last year, 618 companies were part of the billion-dollar club. However, this number has now … Read more