As markets turn volatile, is investing in multi asset allocation funds a good strategy for retail investors? | Mint

The secondary market has been undergoing a lot of pressure lately. Benchmark index Nifty50 has already fallen 16 percent off its peak level. On account of volatility, it is recommended to invest in safer assets which include precious metals such as gold, debt funds and fixed deposits, among others. Interestingly, retail investors are gradually reducing their exposure to equity schemes, … Read more

Your Questions Answered: What is the difference between Nifty 100 index and Nifty 100 quality 30 index? | Mint

Q. Me and my wife have been investing in Nifty 50 tracking mutual funds for the past 8 years. We now intend to diversify by investing in Nifty100 Quality 30 index-tracking mutual funds. Can you tell us the pros and cons of investing in index mutual funds tracking the Nifty100 Quality 30 index? Additionally, please … Read more

Should you borrow to invest? The truth about taking a personal loan for stocks | Mint

The Indian stock market continues to remain volatile due to the ongoing geo-political issues such as: Trump’s tariff threat, Russia-Ukraine war, global inflation, high interest rates etc. All these issues have cumulatively resulted in India’s benchmark Nifty 50 index suffering a swift correction of more than 10% over the last six months. Nifty 50 has … Read more

Women and investing: Is it time to take bigger steps?

While these numbers signal progress, the question remains—are women truly building wealth, or are these just the first steps toward financial independence? Many Indian women still face two major roadblocks to wealth creation—saving enough and making tough investment decisions. Juggling multiple responsibilities often makes it challenging for women to save effectively. However, just like any … Read more

What is core-satellite investment approach and how it helps grow your portfolio

This quote holds significance, especially in building a balanced portfolio that provides growth prospects along with stability in the long run. One way to achieve this is to utilise core satellite investing. Developed in 1973 by US economists Fischer Black and Jack Treynor—who also created the CAPM model—core satellite investing blends active and passive investment … Read more

Mutual Funds: Global demographics are undergoing a sea change—Are you keeping pace? | Mint

Mutual fund operators transform their investment operations to exploit emerging market opportunities because the global population continues to shift unpredictably. The global economy transformation gives an array of investment options to investors. The changing demographics affect the commercial sectors in which mutual funds tend to invest between mature populations in developed countries and the developing … Read more

5 costly mutual fund mistakes to avoid during market corrections | Mint

The mutual fund industry is rapidly growing due to digital inclusion. On the other hand, equity markets are continuously correcting over the last few months due to intense FII selling, fear of Trump tariffs, weak market earnings etc. Due to these developments, retail investors are increasingly getting confused on how to steer clear of mistakes … Read more