Mutual fund assets cross Rs 70 lakh crore as smaller cities drive expansion
Industry doubles in four years; Tier-II and Tier-III centres deepen participation
Stop buying jewellery. Here are four smarter ways to invest in gold
Why gold still matters in 2025, and how ordinary savers can use modern, low-cost options instead of buying heavy jewellery that never delivers real returns.
Is your gold safe in bank lockers?
Understanding what banks actually guarantee and how you can protect your valuables.
Job Switch or Move Abroad? Your NPS account rides with you
The National Pension System (NPS) is a portable and flexible retirement tool that remains intact despite job switches or overseas relocation, allowing you to continue contributions and grow your retirement fund.
Gold or real estate in 2025: What should Indian investors choose?
Choose liquidity or long-term ownership by matching gold and property to your horizon, risk and cash flow.
Should you invest in corporate bonds? Risks, returns and more
Corporate bond analysts say the sector has grown 10x since Sebi's came with the Request For Quote protocol in 2020
Fractional real estate investing: A guide to benefits, taxation and risk management
Fractional real estate investing allows multiple people to co-own premium properties, offering diversification and potential 12-18% returns but comes with risks such as illiquidity and market volatility
Personal Finance: Will gold’s shimmer dim?
Why gold’s role as a portfolio diversifier has strengthened
Data Story: India’s Golden ATM
A massive Rs 1 lakh crore expansion in gold loans in the last six months is unlocking the vast, dormant wealth of India's unproductive family gold hoards
Madhu Kela, Sanjeev Bikhchandani on why India's growth story is powered by its entrepreneurs
At IPFEAST 4.0 LEGENDS, conceptualised by ANAND & ANAND and curated by Safir Anand in New Delhi, market veteran Madhusudan Kela and Info Edge founder Sanjeev Bikhchandani said success in business and investing rests on hunger, integrity and perseverance, not on pedigree or luck
Sector SIF allows profit from both rising and falling sectors through long-short strategy
SectorSIF offers a long-short strategy, investing in up to four sectors, allowing fund managers to benefit from both rising and falling markets while managing risk and potential returns.
Borrowing against gold: Pick between a loan and an overdraft
A simple guide to choosing the right option based on how much, how long, and how often you need money.
From rainy day reserve to strategic financial asset: The changing face of gold
As India’s households evolve, gold is no longer just a safety net; it’s a springboard for opportunity, powered by trust and technology.
Sovereign Gold Bonds: Should you redeem early or hold till maturity?
Sovereign Gold Bonds offer tax-free gains and steady income, but investors must weigh premature exit for liquidity requirement, or hold till maturity for maximum benefits.
How Income Plus Arbitrage Fund of Fund Can Help You Get Stable, Tax-Efficient Returns
Looking for an investment that offers stability of returns while also optimising post-tax gains?
The Income Plus Arbitrage Fund of Fund category could be the solution you’ve been waiting for!
In this episode of MC Explains, we break down Income Plus Arbitrage Fund of Fund?
How does it work and what makes it different from regular debt funds?
Who should consider investing in it?
With recent changes in taxation making traditional debt funds less attractive for higher-income investors, these hybrid fund-of-fund schemes offer an innovative structure to balance returns, risk, and tax efficiency.
Stay tuned for more investor education videos from MC Explains, powered by Moneycontrol.com and Invesco Mutual Fund.
India's gold investment demand surges above $10 bn in Sept quarter, says WGC
Spot gold prices are up 50% so far this year after hitting a record high on October 20 on safe-haven demand driven by geopolitical tensions, US tariff uncertainty and more recently a wave of fear-of-missing-out or 'FOMO' buying
How CAS is simplifying investment management by bringing all your securities together
The Consolidated Account Statement (CAS) provides a unified view of an investor's demat and mutual fund holdings, promoting financial oversight, awareness, and discipline in a convenient, secure format.
India's silver demand eases, premiums fall after festive surge
Silver premiums over official domestic prices have come down to 25 to 40 cents per ounce this week from more than $5 earlier this month, dealers said
Copper, aluminium, zinc hit record-highs as gold and silver's shine fades; what's fuelling the rally?
Base metals including copper, aluminium, and zinc are rallying on supply shortages, strong industrial demand, and a weaker dollar, even as precious metals see a pullback.
SEBI proposes big regulatory changes for MFs, tweaks in TER, caps on brokerages
SEBI has proposed removal of statutory levies like Securities Transaction Tax (STT), GST, etc. to be excluded from Total Expense Ratio (TER) limits.
SEBI proposes measures to simplify mutual fund fee structures
The proposed changes to expense ratio is part of the overall review of mutual fund regulations to remove redundant rules and usher in transparency, the regulator said
How much gold should you own? A simple 5-15% rule for Indian investors in October 2025
A practical guide to how much gold belongs in your portfolio — and whether Sovereign Gold Bonds are still worth it.
Gold, silver futures drop 3% after trading resumes on MCX
Analysts expect further downside in gold prices in November and December as seasonal demand tapers off after the festive period.
Child vs regular mutual funds: Lock-in, tax rules, exit load explained
Child mutual funds typically have a lock-in period (mostly five years) or until the child turns 18, whichever is earlier, with most fund houses imposing an exit penalty of around 4 percent for withdrawals before maturity.
