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
Mutual fund investment: Bandhan Mutual Fund has introduced the ‘Bandhan Nifty 200 Quality 30 Index Fund’, an open-ended scheme that mirrors the Nifty 200 Quality 30 Index. The NFO for the scheme is currently open for subscription and will close on November 29. The scheme will then resume continuous sale and repurchase on December 5. The … Read more
Zerodha founder Nithin Kamath on Wednesday said risk management is one of the most important factors that will allow investors or traders to maintain longevity in markets. “In the 20+ years in this business, I haven’t seen anyone who has kept profits from trading without good risk management. I know many who’ve lost quickly. If … Read more
The current market scenario is characterised by heightened volatility due to geopolitical tensions, US election cycles, and recessionary fears. To handle the market-wide fluctuations, the investors must strategically position themselves to generate optimal returns with a lesser risk. While expecting higher returns is important, it is crucial to consider the risks involved. During periods of … Read more
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) may introduce a new asset class for investors — Mutual Fund lite. The newest asset class is expected to bridge the gap between mutual funds (MFs) and portfolio management services (PMS). As per a report in Hindu Businessline, the Sebi board is expected to deliberate on the … Read more
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
I want to invest monthly Rs 50,000 in the mutual fund for my retirement. I want a corpus of Rs 8 crore. I can invest another 19 years. Suggest me how I can prepare my portfolio and advice accordingly on which I can invest. Shivansh Dandona: Head – Investment Management, FinEdge says a rough calculation … Read more
V Vaidyanathan, MD & CEO, IDFC First Bank, says massive floods in Tamil Nadu five or six months ago disturbed the joint liability group (JLG) portfolio. IDFC First has taken extra provisions on that book because people at the bottom of the pyramid suffer during a calamity as it affects their earnings and hence the … Read more
Notwithstanding the Sebi investigation on the asset management firm in a front-running case, Quant Mutual Fund today assured investors that the fund house is functioning normally and that the performance of its schemes should be at par with its style. “Returns are a by-product of research capabilities and style of management. In Quant, we manage … Read more
Margin Trading Facility is an exchange approved product. It’s a safe and secure product that lets investors purchase more stocks with the limited capital. It involves borrowing money from a brokerage to purchase stocks and repaying the capital with interest later. This method is often referred to as leverage trading, amplifies returns but carries risks … Read more