Category: Mutual Fund Basics
Your investment options
February 18, 2019When you first start out to plan your finances, it is likely that you are overwhelmed with the options there are. There are a number of instruments that will help…Continue Reading
Why looking at 1-year returns can misguide you
January 28, 2019Whenever you are looking for funds to invest and look at the performance screen of a fund, the 1-year returns is the number that registers and also influences decision. There…Continue Reading
Frequently asked questions on annual portfolio review
January 14, 2019It’s that time of the year when you will look back at performance and have questions about your portfolio – specifically underperformance in your funds. In years like 2018 when…Continue Reading
FundsIndia Explains – What is an SIP? What is it not?
January 7, 2019With over Rs 7,000 crore coming in each month, the SIP has become a byword for investing. But popular as it may be, the concept of it – what is…Continue Reading
Five tips for investing in the new year
December 31, 2018This new year, you may have made up your mind to save more or limit your impulsive splurge. And that’s a great resolution to make! We’re not going to tell…Continue Reading
Why your returns are not the same as the market’s return
November 19, 2018In an investor-gathering addressed by a renowned fund manager, a presentation on the returns delivered by equities over several years was put up. One of the investors asked him, “you…Continue Reading
You are different and so are your needs
September 17, 2018How many of you want to wear the same clothes as your friends or neighbours? Not only is your size and fit different, your taste too will likely be different.…Continue Reading
The lazy investor wins the race
September 3, 2018At every turn in your life, you may find yourself being goaded to work harder. It is said that hard work and diligence is the only way to reach your…Continue Reading
Rising rate scenario favors FMPs
July 16, 2018With the interest rates going up across instruments, Fixed Maturity Plans (FMPs) gain investor interest. For those not looking for fixed returns, FMPs can deliver superior returns to bank fixed…Continue Reading
When your SIP returns turn negative
July 9, 2018If you had started investments in equity SIPs in the past 3 months or 6 months or in some cases even one year, your annualized returns (IRR) would likely be…Continue Reading
