Mutual funds: In January 2024, investments in hybrid mutual fund schemes totaled ₹20,637 crore, marking a 37 percent increase from December 2023. Palka Arora Chopra, Personal Finance Experts suggests that a strategic approach to incorporating hybrid mutual funds in a balanced portfolio revolves around diversification across asset classes. “Allocate a portion to equity-oriented hybrids for … Read more
The dynamics of index funds have changed significantly in the last few years in India. With the proliferation of awareness initiatives and the introduction of innovative benchmark schemes by mutual fund houses, investors are exploring this universe with active interest. Simply put, index funds replicate a stock market index in terms of a portfolio. For … Read more
In case you have an SIP (systematic investment plan) for mutual fund investment into one or more schemes, it is understood that you have given standing instructions to your bank to deduct a pre-decided sum on a particular date. The amount that is transferred is usually deducted via Electronic Clearing System or ECS. But have … Read more
The shares, dividends, and debentures that have remained unclaimed for seven years or more get transferred to the Investor Education and Protection Fund (IEPF), a repository set up under the Companies Act of 1956. Deposits and interest left unclaimed for over 10 years in inactive bank accounts are transferred to the RBI Depositor Education Awareness … Read more
Parents can start investing for these long-term goals immediately after childbirth. They can do so using their own bank accounts or start a new one for the child. These days, many parents prefer to open separate accounts for their children and invest in them—investments that can be accessed by the children after they turn 18 … Read more
But, this Golden Age of your life is when your biggest challenges start – finances and health-wise. And experts state that you better start your planning in right earnest. “Retirement demands meticulous financial planning to ensure that your golden years are fulfilling and financially secure,” says Anup Seth, Chief Distribution Officer, Edelweiss Tokio Life Insurance. … Read more
For long-term wealth creation in India, investing in mutual funds through SIPs (Systematic Investment Plans) has become one of the most prevalent and successful strategies. SIPs give investors the ability to systematically accumulate wealth by allowing them to invest a certain amount into the mutual funds of their choice at frequent intervals, usually every month. … Read more
The onset of the new year prompts a sensible commitment to dedicating daily hours to enhance one’s understanding of personal finance. Our journey begins with an exploration of the rule of 72, paving the way for investors to delve into aligning their investment strategies with retirement planning. Recognizing that not everyone aspires to work indefinitely, … Read more
Indian economy has been a shining star on the global stage amidst a peer group witnessing a slow to no growth rate. The World Bank, in its latest India Development Update, highlighted the Indian economy’s “resilience” despite challenges in the global environment. The economic outlook is promising on the domestic level in the coming year. … Read more
Most experts believe that the key to financial planning is diversification based on your risk profile as well as the duration you want to remain invested for. Diversification is one of the most important techniques in financial planning and investment. It is basically not putting all your eggs in one basket and hence aims to … Read more