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January 20, 2023, Friday
Investors should avoid NCDs rated below AA despite mouthwatering returns
Diversify across sectors and match your investment horizon with paper's tenor to avoid liquidity issues
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January 06, 2023, Friday
You can't pick next yr's winner asset class, so build diversified portfolio
Give higher weight in your core portfolio to asset classes that offer greater stability
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December 14, 2022, Wednesday
Beware of information paucity and liquidity risk in unlisted shares
Even seasoned investors should bet only 5-10% on such securities
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November 18, 2022, Friday
Park funds into debt schemes as yields have turned attractive: Experts
Tactical bets on longer-duration funds not advisable in the current scenario as rate cuts are not on the horizon
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October 26, 2022, Wednesday
Reduce the behaviour gap with a higher exposure to diversified funds
Avoid trying to time entry and exit from funds; hold for at least one complete cycle
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October 21, 2022, Friday
Three-five-year gilts are attractive in current times, say experts
For tax-efficient exposure, go for target maturity funds maturing in 2026-2028
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October 12, 2022, Wednesday
Scrutinise your no-cost EMI offers for hidden charges, say experts
There could also be a third scenario where the interest cost is added to the product price and then the higher price is converted ...
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September 02, 2022, Friday
Small-cap funds can be rewarding for those who can stomach volatility
Limit investments in this space to 10-15% of your corpus, though; pay attention to fund size
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August 29, 2022, Monday
Near-term outlook bleak: Enter silver with a horizon of at least 2-3 years
Industrial recovery, higher demand from new age technologies could propel a turnaround
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June 21, 2022, Tuesday
Don't invest directly in markets if you can't analyse stocks, say experts
Even those who know fundamentals-based investing must subject themselves to periodic reality checks
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May 23, 2022, Monday
Don't want volatility in debt portfolio? Stick to shorter-duration funds
If you have a three-five-year horizon, you may invest in corporate bond funds and banking and PSU funds.
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May 11, 2022, Wednesday
Have a high risk appetite? Just hold on to IT funds, say analysts
Investors with low to moderate tolerance must stand by diversified funds
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April 28, 2022, Thursday
Failed to link PAN to policy? Apply for LIC IPO under retail/staff quota
Compared to Rs 60 discount under policyholder quota, you will get Rs 45 discount under these
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April 26, 2022, Tuesday
Markets regulator Sebi tightens broker norms; customer caution is byword
Read online reviews before opening a brokerage account
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April 14, 2022, Thursday
How investing in 54EC bonds can help you save tax on long-term gains
REC (formerly Rural Electrification Corporation) launched a new series (XVI) of 54EC Capital Gains Tax Exemption bonds on April 1
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April 08, 2022, Friday
Why the need to put up additional margin makes futures trading risky
Not only must your call be directionally right, the price movement must occur within a stipulated time frame for you to make
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March 24, 2022, Thursday
BS Number Wise: An emerging trend in EPFO's debt investments
Every investment category but one has seen a drop in its share: it's a move that is not without some risk
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March 18, 2022, Friday
Long-term bets can still pay off in commodity funds, say analysts
Moderate your return expectations after the 18-month bull run
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March 08, 2022, Tuesday
EPFO processes all pending claims of women across the country
The Chennai Zone of the body received and processed maximum claims.
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February 25, 2022, Friday
Use the market correction as an opportunity to buy quality stocks
Those investors who are unable to handle market volatility should take an advisor's help or use hybrid mutual funds
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January 10, 2023, Tuesday
Invest in multi-asset funds for protection against downside risk
Be prepared, however, for these funds to lag when there's a bull run in equities
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December 16, 2022, Friday
Short-duration funds suit conservative investors during pause in rate cycle
Take a tactical bet on longer-duration funds when RBI moves to a tightening stance
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November 25, 2022, Friday
Selecting a target maturity fund based on your horizon and risk appetite
Constitution of underlying indexes doesn't matter since all the three categories of bonds they invest in are safe
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November 03, 2022, Thursday
Office space demand can translate into high returns, say experts
Oversupply, poor maintenance can, however, play spoilsport
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October 21, 2022, Friday
What NRIs on short visits to India must consider before buying property
They should hire a property consultancy or a lawyer to do due diligence on their behalf
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October 13, 2022, Thursday
Stagger entry into longer-duration funds over next six months: Experts
To stay safe, keep bulk of portfolio in shorter-duration or target maturity funds
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September 11, 2022, Sunday
Time-starved investors must stick to index funds
While Amit had stayed invested for a long time, avoided leverage, and shunned investment-cum-insurance policies, unplanned ...
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August 31, 2022, Wednesday
Ring-fence your wealth from creditors by setting up wills and trusts
It is a versatile instrument suited for the wealthy, but it must be drafted carefully
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July 08, 2022, Friday
Match limited exposure with long investment horizon for small-caps' safety
Hold only a couple of funds and diversify across growth and value style
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June 03, 2022, Friday
Why LRS route for investing in capital markets abroad is mainly for HNIs
Those with small amounts should skip it owing to high costs and elaborate tax-related compliances
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May 20, 2022, Friday
Maintain 15-20% allocation to international funds despite ongoing downturn
Remember that you need to diversify away from your home country, and hedge against the rupee's depreciation
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April 29, 2022, Friday
Investors should maintain 10-15% allocation to gold, say analysts
While inflation and war will provide support, rising interest rates may act as dampener
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April 27, 2022, Wednesday
Minimum guaranteed-return pension products may have varied capital needs
Those having higher assets under management (AUM) may have greater requirements of minimum paid-up capital: Sources
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April 19, 2022, Tuesday
Stick to passive funds in your core portfolio, say analysts
Investors who wish to chase alpha may use active funds and factor-based funds in the satellite portfolio
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April 13, 2022, Wednesday
Investing in credit funds based on past returns would be foolhardy: Experts
Credit risk funds are showing a category average return of 13.2 per cent for the past year
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April 06, 2022, Wednesday
HDFC borrowers will benefit from transparent rate regime: Analysts
A deposit is a contract between the depositor and the institution taking the deposit
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March 19, 2022, Saturday
Invest in ELSS funds if your portfolio is light on equities: Experts
Recent correction means a good chance to enter these tax-savers
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March 11, 2022, Friday
Market correction a chance to allocate more to equities, albeit gradually
Don't bet excessively on gold based on its recent rally as an early end to the Russia-Ukraine war could bring it to a halt
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March 07, 2022, Monday
NPS assured return scheme likely to offer modest return, go equity-heavy
For a long-term goal like retirement, NPS subscribers should ideally opt for an equity-heavy portfolio
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February 25, 2022, Friday
Ukraine crisis: Mitigate volatility with multi-asset funds, say experts
According to the Sebi norms, multi-asset funds must have 10 per cent exposure each to equities, debt and gold
