Mutual Fund

How to read mutual fund returns correctly and why CAGR, XIRR and absolute return all matter

The foundation of smart investing lies in a full understanding of returns rather than in seeking maximum financial gain

What makes stocks small, mid, big or blue?

Stock categories reveal company size, risk, and growth potential - helping investors choose where to put their money.

When SIP returns start working in your favour

Time changes SIP outcomes; longer horizons historically lower downside risk and stabilize returns.

How panic pauses in SIPs can cost investors Rs 4-5 lakh over a decade

Market timing hurts SIP investors more than fund choice, with emotional pauses quietly eroding long-term compounding gains.

What happens when you stay invested for five more years

Staying invested longer dramatically boosts returns, showing how time and compounding quietly build meaningful wealth.

Equity mutual fund inflows slip 14% MoM to Rs 24,028 crore in January: AMFI data

Equity mutual fund inflows fall in January, while gold ETFs surge and overall AUM stays equity-heavy.

IT stocks extend losses: Why diversified mutual funds are safer than thematic funds in a volatile market

The sharp fall in IT stocks has dragged tech mutual fund NAVs lower and raising fresh questions for thematic fund investors

Will FM Sitharaman announce tax incentives for fixed-income instruments in Budget 2026?

From a budget perspective, experts have been pushing over the past few years to align fixed income with other asset classes and to support the development of collateral frameworks

Budget 2026 expectations: How tax rules changing investor behaviour

Budget 2026 must fix tax distortions that push household investors into unintended risk across debt, equity, hybrids and pensions.

International mutual funds reopen for subscription. Should you invest or sit it out?

This comes at a time when global equities have delivered strong gains, prompting renewed investor interest but is it as simple as it sounds? Read on

ICICI Prudential reopens subscriptions in 3 international funds

ICICI Prudential reopens three international mutual funds, allowing limited monthly investments as global markets regain investor interest

ED freezes fresh Rs 192-crore deposits of WinZO in money laundering case

In November, the agency had arrested the founders of WinZO -- Saumya Singh Rathore and Paavan Nanda following their questioning at the Bengaluru zonal office of the ED.

Point-to-Point vs Rolling Returns for Mutual Funds: Full Breakdown

Point-to-point returns or rolling returns — which one should you trust while choosing a mutual fund? Most investors compare mutual funds using 1-year or 3-year returns—but that can be misleading! In this episode of MC Explains, brought to you by Moneycontrol.com and Invesco Mutual Fund, we break down the essential difference between these two return metrics and how they impact your fund-selection decisions. Mutual fund NAVs change every day, and depending on the date you pick, point-to-point returns can vary drastically.

Multi-Asset Funds: What worked in 2025 and what to do in 2026

If equity, debt, and gold all underperform together during severe market stress, diversification benefits for multi -asset funds diminish significantly

6 Behavioural Biases Every Investor Must Avoid | Improve Your Investment Outcomes

How can you avoid common behavioural biases in investing? In this investor-education video from Moneycontrol and Invesco Mutual Fund, we break down the six most common psychological biases that negatively impact your investment decisions — often without you even realising it. If you want to improve your investment outcomes, build wealth efficiently, and make smarter, objective financial decisions — this video is for you. ? Don’t forget to Like, Share, and Subscribe for more investor education and insights.

From floor trading to algorithms: India’s stockbroker rules get a 21st-century makeover

The comprehensive overhaul represents SEBI's commitment to maintaining a regulatory framework that evolves with market realities

SEBI board announces overhaul of Mutual Fund regulations, clears fee revamp

SEBI caps mutual fund brokerage at 6 bps; SEBI OKs excluding all statutory levies from MF base expense ratio

MF alpha erosion accelerates capital shift to PMS & Cat-III AIFs; domestic HNIs now dominate alternatives

One of the findings in the report is that equity-linked AIF strategies, specifically those operating with listed and listed-plus-unlisted mandates, have consistently beaten the BSE Sensex PME+ benchmarks across six consecutive evaluation cycles from March 2022 to September 2024.

Russia's SBER offers retail investors access to Indian stock market benchmarked to Nifty50 index

NSE MD and CEO Ashishkumar Chauhan said the initiative reflects strong confidence in India's markets and deepens the India-Russia financial cooperation.

Before your next SIP, check if your mutual fund KYC is FATCA ready

A simple way to find out if your mutual fund KYC is up to date, so your SIPs and redemptions don’t get blocked by surprise.

Gold, silver mutual funds’ AUM crosses Rs 1 lakh crore, AMFI CEO Venkat Chalasani says investors seeking diversification

Recent research and market reports indicate that industrial demand for silver is expected to grow faster than the supply that will enter the market, creating an anticipated demand–supply gap.

SEBI mulls unbundling broker fees; MF, broking industry flag risk to research universe

SEBI Board to discuss overhaul of Securities and Exchange Board of India (Mutual Funds) Regulations, 1996 and Securities and Exchange Board of India (Stock Brokers) Regulations, 1992 at December 17 meeting, including proposal to unbundle broking fees.

KYC on hold? The quickest way to fix your mutual fund or demat account online

A quick guide to fixing KYC mismatches so your investments don’t get frozen.

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

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.