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A year after launch, Nippon India Passive Flexicap FoF changes course: Should you still invest?

BUSINESS

A year after launch, Nippon India Passive Flexicap FoF changes course: Should you still invest?

As a long-term investor, you are better off investing in an actively managed equity fund

The 10-year constant maturity gilt fund is not suitable for conservative investors: Here’s why

BUSINESS

The 10-year constant maturity gilt fund is not suitable for conservative investors: Here’s why

The scheme is best positioned to benefit when interest rates fall or in a softer rate scenario

Do tax-saving ELSS funds make a difference to your portfolio?

BUSINESS

Do tax-saving ELSS funds make a difference to your portfolio?

Investors look at ELSS only if there is a surplus after contributions to EPF, PPF, home loan repayment

Auto ETFs from Nippon Life and ICICI Prudential mutual funds: Can they drive returns for investors?

BUSINESS

Auto ETFs from Nippon Life and ICICI Prudential mutual funds: Can they drive returns for investors?

Both exchange traded funds (ETF) track the Nifty Auto Index and aim to generate returns in line with those of the benchmark

Have too much money idle in your brokerage account? Move funds to liquid schemes

BUSINESS

Have too much money idle in your brokerage account? Move funds to liquid schemes

The returns are close to those offered by saving bank accounts

SEBI’s risk metrics: Even some liquid mutual funds are deemed risky

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SEBI’s risk metrics: Even some liquid mutual funds are deemed risky

A scheme that comes with a risk matrix rating of A-I is said to be less risky than the one that comes with B-I rating

Amidst market volatility, here’s how you can invest Rs 10 lakh now

BUSINESS

Amidst market volatility, here’s how you can invest Rs 10 lakh now

As the stock market rallied and gave handsome returns that are expected over two to three years within a short span of time, you must relook at asset allocation

MC30-recommended Nippon Nifty Bees ETF trades with heavy volumes: What investors must know

BUSINESS

MC30-recommended Nippon Nifty Bees ETF trades with heavy volumes: What investors must know

The exchange traded fund (ETF) was launched on December 2001. Since inception, the fund has given 15.83 percent returns, compounded annually

As US Fed tightens liquidity, here’s how your equity, debt and gold investments would be affected

BUSINESS

As US Fed tightens liquidity, here’s how your equity, debt and gold investments would be affected

The era of free money is behind us. Value, as an investment strategy, should do well

2021, the risk-taking investor’s year: Demat accounts and NFO collections set new records

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2021, the risk-taking investor’s year: Demat accounts and NFO collections set new records

Robust primary markets also attracted many investors to initial public offers (IPOs)

Budget 2022 expectations: MF trade body seeks parity with ULIPs, permission for pension schemes and debt tax-saving funds

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Budget 2022 expectations: MF trade body seeks parity with ULIPs, permission for pension schemes and debt tax-saving funds

AMFI has also asked for clarity on tax exemption in the case of consolidation of scheme options

Lock-in period for anchor investors of recent IPOs ends: Should you buy these stocks now?

BUSINESS

Lock-in period for anchor investors of recent IPOs ends: Should you buy these stocks now?

Too many anchor investors are trying to exit over-valued stocks and there isn’t adequate buying power on the retail investor side

IIFL Home Finance NCD offer: Should you invest?

BUSINESS

IIFL Home Finance NCD offer: Should you invest?

The NCD offer interest rates in the range of 8.25 percent to 8.75 percent for the tenures of 36, 60 and 84 months

DSP Nifty Midcap 150 Quality ETF new fund review: Should you invest?

BUSINESS

DSP Nifty Midcap 150 Quality ETF new fund review: Should you invest?

The scheme's benchmark index comprises the top 50 quality stocks from the Nifty midcap 150 index

Budget 2022 expectations: Tax breaks for personal accident insurance, reduction in GST on premiums

BUSINESS

Budget 2022 expectations: Tax breaks for personal accident insurance, reduction in GST on premiums

Any tax benefits or breaks are likely to increase awareness and consumer willingness to purchase personal accident covers

ICICI Prudential Midcap 150 Index Fund NFO review: Should you invest?

BUSINESS

ICICI Prudential Midcap 150 Index Fund NFO review: Should you invest?

Being an index scheme, investors do not get exposed to fund manager risk

Third tranche of Bharat Bond ETF opens today: Should you invest?

BUSINESS

Third tranche of Bharat Bond ETF opens today: Should you invest?

Investors will have only one option – the Bharat Bond ETF 2032. The units will mature on April 15, 2032

Explained: All about free cover limit in group term insurance policies

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Explained: All about free cover limit in group term insurance policies

Free cover limit is a level of sum assured that is offered to a group of employees without insisting on medical tests

HDFC and Bajaj Finance increase rates on fixed deposits: Should you invest?

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HDFC and Bajaj Finance increase rates on fixed deposits: Should you invest?

These are AAA rated good-quality issuers. Investors should also compare the rates on offer with those on small saving schemes before investing

Online bond platforms allow you to invest for free: Here’s what you should know

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Online bond platforms allow you to invest for free: Here’s what you should know

RBI Retail Direct and bondskart.com are new additions to the list of debt trading platforms. Investors must keep in the mind the risks associated with bonds

Why exiting liquid funds may be a good idea amidst the likely rise in interest rates

BUSINESS

Why exiting liquid funds may be a good idea amidst the likely rise in interest rates

Short-term fixed income avenues such as liquid funds are delivering very low returns

Edelweiss Large & Midcap Fund NFO review: Should you invest?

BUSINESS

Edelweiss Large & Midcap Fund NFO review: Should you invest?

The scheme is easier to understand because the allocation to large and midcaps is evenly maintained and rebalanced

Does the Motilal Oswal MSCI EAFE Top 100 Index Fund give healthy global diversification?

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Does the Motilal Oswal MSCI EAFE Top 100 Index Fund give healthy global diversification?

Those finding it difficult to pick individual countries or regions and investing in them would find it easier to do so with this scheme.

RBI opens gilts to retail investors via new direct platform: Here are the details

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RBI opens gilts to retail investors via new direct platform: Here are the details

Investors will be able to trade in treasury bills, state development loans and dated securities directly via the RBI platform.

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