Choosing between Direct and Regular Mutual Funds for investment – Which one is more beneficial

Choosing between Direct and Regular Mutual Funds for investment – Which one is more beneficial

When selecting mutual funds for investment, the common goal is to achieve the best returns possible. This often leads investors to search for the so-called “best” mutual funds. However, determining what constitutes the “best” fund is subjective and varies depending on individual preferences and financial goals. According to reports, the percentage of direct plans in … Read more

Small cap funds: Comparing Nippon India Small Cap vs HDFC Small Cap Fund vs Bandhan Small Cap Fund — which one has given better returns  

Small cap funds: Comparing Nippon India Small Cap vs HDFC Small Cap Fund vs Bandhan Small Cap Fund — which one has given better returns  

Since the end of 2024 and the beginning of this year, small-cap and mid-cap mutual funds have experienced significant fluctuations. Small-cap funds have suffered significantly due to their exposure to small-cap stocks that are particularly vulnerable to market volatility. They get heavily impacted during market downturns. The small-cap mutual funds and the Nifty Smallcap 250 … Read more

Tata Quant Fund to merge with Tata Flexi Cap Fund: Should you stay invested if fund houses merge schemes?

Tata Quant Fund to merge with Tata Flexi Cap Fund: Should you stay invested if fund houses merge schemes?

Tata Mutual Fund has announced the merger of Tata Quant Fund into Tata Flexi Cap Fund, scheduled to take effect on March 21, 2025. Following this merger, Tata Quant Fund will be dissolved, and its unitholders will seamlessly transition to being part of Tata Flexi Cap Fund.  Investors who do not support the merger have … Read more

‘Small-cap investments come with…’: Financial planner shares his tips on MF investment strategy

‘Small-cap investments come with…’: Financial planner shares his tips on MF investment strategy

Amid the current market fall, some investors are facing a dilemma on whether to continue their systematic investment plans (SIPs) in mid and small-cap mutual fund schemes. In 2025, the Nifty 50 has seen a decrease of around 2 percent, while the Nifty Midcap 150 index has dropped by 7 percent, and the Nifty Smallcap … Read more

NPS Vatsalya vs Long-term equity funds vs Children MFs: In which segment will you get maximum returns?

NPS Vatsalya vs Long-term equity funds vs Children MFs: In which segment will you get maximum returns?

Mutual fund investment: Since the introduction of NPS Vatsalya, many have been speaking about long-term investment plans, which extends for decades and can offer a multicrore asset on maturity. NPS Vatsalya, which is similar to the National Pension System, and equity MFs, or children mutual funds, are important tools for long-term wealth creation. Choosing the most … Read more

Raksha Bandhan 2024:  New-age investment tools for Gen Z, millennials brothers, sisters to ensure financial stability

Raksha Bandhan 2024:  New-age investment tools for Gen Z, millennials brothers, sisters to ensure financial stability

In the current rapid-paced society, marked by an emphasis on financial stability, individuals belonging to Gen Z and the millennial demographic need to initiate their venture into investments at an early stage. Raksha Bandhan festival is a perfect occasion to help your brother or sister start their financial journey with a wide array of investments … Read more