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Sovereign gold bonds Series II 2021-2022 open for subscription: Should you invest?
The SGBs will be issued to investors at Rs 4,842 per bond. Each bond tracks the price of one gram of gold. The issue closes on May 28.
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Here are the best ways to invest in gold this Akshaya Tritiya
Akshaya Tritiya falls on May 14, 2021. Sovereign gold bonds, gold ETFs and gold mutual funds are some ways to buy the yellow metal electronically.
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Lost loved ones to COVID-19? Here’s how you can track their assets and investments
Checking bank account entries, mutual fund and insurance statements of the deceased can give an idea of their assets and liabilities
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How portfolio diversification ensures that you reach all your money goals
Portfolio diversification is achieved by investing across fund management styles, geographies and asset classes
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For DIY investors, fund of funds solve the equity allocation problem
Do-it-yourself investors can use these schemes for the core portion of their equity portfolio with a five-year timeframe
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Mirae Asset NYSE FANG Plus ETF review: Should you invest in the NFO?
The FANG Plus ETF allows you to invest in 10 of the best global technology names. But there is portfolio concentration risk.
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Massive gains in small-cap mutual funds: Is it time to take some profits?
Profit-taking in small-cap funds should be done only if equity allocation has become much higher than the desired level, due to the market rally
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COVID-19: Money lessons for the third wave caused by Omicron variant
Having an emergency fund, maintaining a suitable asset allocation and taking adequate insurance cover are money lessons that have been reinforced
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Equity mutual fund inflows turn positive after 8 months: Are investors rushing back?
A significant chunk of the mutual fund inflows could well be from investors suffering from the FOMO (Fear-Of-Missing-Out) syndrome.
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Will gold make a come-back soon?
Just as we thought that COVID-19 infections are going away from India, comes the second wave. And it’s spreading fast. But this is good news for gold prices and gold ETFs.
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Rising stars in mutual funds: Atul Bhole on why running after IPOs is a bad idea
Atul Bhole, Senior Vice president and Fund Manager at DSP Investment Managers would rather take risks on the price of a stock than its quality. That takes his schemes away from benchmark indices, but it doesn’t scare him.
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Interest rate cut U-turn: Should you continue with small savings schemes?
By reversing the rate cut in small savings, investors have got a relief. That doesn’t mean you should rush for them rightaway. Allocate your investments across asset classes and use small saving schemes, smartly, especially NSC and Postal Time deposits.
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Rising stars in mutual funds: Shridatta Bhandwaldar on why promoter integrity is crucial in stock picking
A thorough grooming as a research analyst in his early years taught Shridatta Bhandwaldar, Head Equities, Canara Robeco Mutual Fund the importance of quality of a business and integrity of the promoter. “Big money cannot be made with average promoters and average quality businesses”, he says.
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Vital lessons for investors from the Archegos saga
Invest in equities with a long term view and do not borrow to invest in stocks.
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Will mutual funds focused on consumption lag behind during a broad-based market recovery?
Increased preference for premium products with rising incomes remains intact. So, the consumption theme looks good, despite the recent underperformance
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Are target maturity funds well-suited for investors during rising yields?
Such funds can be considered if the investment time frame matches that of the target maturity date of the scheme
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Passive investing gains ground: How do you choose the best index fund?
Fund houses are rolling out new index schemes and ETFs, as passive investing gains ground. But you must choose the right underlying index carefully.
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What retail investors must do to make the most of the IPO frenzy
The sharp rally in the markets and a spate of IPOs have made investors rush for making quick money. But a prudent approach may be needed for sustained gains
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Why are investors exiting short-term debt mutual funds?
February saw a net outflow of over Rs 10,000 crore in these schemes. The rise in yields has spooked investors.
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Invest surplus cash in money market and low duration funds
Compared to fixed deposits, these debt funds are more tax-efficient for those in the higher slabs. But there may be an element of credit risk.
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UTI Nifty 200 Momentum 30 Index Fund NFO review: Should you invest?
The strategy of investing in stocks based on momentum sounds exciting. But will the fund limit risks and deliver healthy returns?
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Motilal Oswal Asset Allocation Passive FoF review: Should you invest in the NFO?
You get two options with the MOAPF – aggressive and conservative. Each scheme has its own distinct asset allocation pattern. They will invest in other mutual fund schemes
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3 equity funds that managed to bounce back by riding on the market rally
These schemes had focused on value stocks and were early in spotting the revival in cyclical stocks on the back of an economic turnaround
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Explained: 5 reasons why debt mutual funds work better than direct bond investments
The RBI has allowed investors to buy g-secs directly. But investing in debt funds is still ideal for retail investors given the tax and liquidity advantages over direct bond investments. Here's more.
