BUSINESS
Is the road ahead looking rough for tech funds?
Resilience, sustainability and strategised growth are the watchwords as Trump’s tariff war upends the tech sector as well as global trade
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Why are investors moving to focused funds amid market correction?
In the last three months, largecap mutual funds saw an increase in net inflows of 11 percent and focused funds a rise of 67 percent. Due to the market volatility, midcap and smallcap funds have seen a drop in inflows.
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Net equity inflow fell by 26% to Rs 29,303 crore in February amid market selloff, shows AMFI data
Mutual fund data for February shows that net inflows into open-ended equity funds hit a 10-month low but managed to stay in the positive for the 48th month in a row.
BUSINESS
Why UAE’s golden visa is the top choice for global millionaires
The country’s residency-by-investment programme is popular due to the lifestyle benefits and low-tax jurisdiction it offers to the well-heeled high net-worth individuals, but it does not provide a pathway to citizenship.
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From coder to fund manager: Meet HSBC MF’s Cheenu Gupta who manages AUM of Rs 40,000 crore
International Women’s Day: As per Cheenu Gupta, Fund Manager-Equities at HSBC MF, pick-up in domestic GDP growth and stability in global policies are the topmost monitorables for markets.
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Assets managed by Indian women fund managers double to Rs 13.45 lakh crore in a year
International Women’s Day: Though the number of women fund managers has gone up to 49 but the gap is still huge. India had 433 male fund managers at the end of January
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Countering stereotypes not easy, but India Inc has come a long way, says SBI MF’s Mansi Sajeja
On the occasion of International Women’s Day, Moneycontrol showcases women fund managers who have broken barriers in the Rs 65 lakh crore, male-dominated Indian mutual fund industry.
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Passive funds fail to cushion market correction, active strategies outperform
Many smart beta funds have fared worse than their comparative market-cap-weighted index in the recent correction.
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Specialised Investment Funds: A new avenue for investors looking for higher returns with calculated risks
The newly launched investment product category will serve as a middle ground between mutual funds, portfolio management services and alternative investment funds, with a lower ticket size of Rs 10 lakh.
BUSINESS
How Trump’s ‘Gold Card' visa differs from EB-5 investment-linked programme
EB-5 visa for investors requires a minimum investment of $8,00,000, while the ‘Gold Card' announced by US President Donald Trump will necessitate a minimum commitment of $5 million. However, clarity is awaited on the specifics of the proposed scheme.
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Stock market crash: Have Rs 10 lakh to invest today? Here's how to make a well-rounded portfolio
It’s crucial to make investment choices prudently — don’t chase returns or follow trends blindly instead focus on constructing a robust portfolio that fits your needs
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Moneycontrol review: Helios MF launches mid-cap fund - should you invest?
Like its other equity funds, Helios’ new fund will follow the elimination investing strategy.
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Equity mutual funds keeping powder dry as market correction plays out
Despite moderations in valuations, equity mutual funds are waiting on the sidelines, and still waiting for more clarity.
BUSINESS
New Income Tax Bill: No changes in capital gains tax structure, but language simplified
Under the new Income Tax Bill, 2025, Clauses 196, 197, 198 will deal with capital gains, and cryptocurrency has now formally be included as a taxable capital asset.
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Investors double down on riskier bets: Inflows into smallcap, midcap funds hit all-time high
Inflows into smallcap funds jumped to Rs 5,720.87 crore and midcap funds to Rs 5,147.87 crore, a new record for both categories
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Equity fund inflows stay strong at Rs 39,688 crore in Jan despite stock market pain: AMFI
The SIP contribution during the month stood at Rs 26,400 crore against Rs 26,459 crore in December.
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Gold prices at record high: Look for price dips for accumulation, stagger investments
Gold has continued its strong run in 2025 touching an all-time high and is now hovering around Rs 85,000 per 10 gm. This run has been aided by the rising economic uncertainties due to trade tariffs announced by Trump, positive flows into ETFs and stronger price support in China.
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New Zealand revises 'golden visa' rules. Do wealthy Indians stand to gain?
Well-heeled Indians are increasingly seeking residency rights in developed countries by buying property or investing in financial assets or businesses. Will New Zealand's revised norms open up yet another avenue for HNIs?
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ICICI Pru CIO warns on small-caps, mid-caps: Is it time to exit SIPs in these funds?
Given the negative SIP returns, many questions have been raised on the efficacy of this investment medium, which has picked up in a big way over the last few years. But your strategy should depend on your asset allocation, risk appetite and goal horizons, say industry watchers.
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How to invest in debt funds after RBI rate cut, budget? Mahendra Kumar Jajoo of Mirae Asset answers
Mahendra Kumar Jajoo says the RBI rate cut was pretty much anticipated by the market. It has come in the backdrop of a slowing economy and a very strong fiscal consolidation commitment by the government in the Budget
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Explained: What the RBI rate cut means for fixed income investors
After the RBI MPC, experts say the overall situation in the debt market remains bond-positive, with a clear expectation of further rate cuts and a favourable demand-supply mix.
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Kotak Mahindra MF launches country's first MSCI India ETF. Should you invest?
For Indian investors, it will mean aligning their portfolio with global investors, which makes them susceptible to FII selling and vice versa
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SGBs discontinued in Budget 2025: What’s the best way to invest in gold now?
In the absence of new SGB issuances, investors are left with alternatives such as gold exchange-traded funds (ETFs), gold mutual funds (MFs), or purchasing SGBs from the secondary market.
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Will your Rs 12-lakh salary enjoy ‘nil’ tax even with additional STCG income? Here’s what experts say
Chartered accountants differ on a salaried taxpayer’s eligibility for the tax rebate if her total income—including special rate income such as short-term capital gains—is over Rs 12 lakh but the salary component itself does not exceed the threshold. The income tax department ought to explicitly clarify its position on the rule, they say.
