As with stocks, real estate and art, investing in start-ups has emerged as an asset class in itself.
In bad times, the first thing impacted is the decision-making process.
If you thought high ranking was enough to invest in mutual funds, it's not.
Exchange-traded funds can be used to trade real time and take advantage of sharp rises or falls.
Experts always tout "market sentiment" as the reason for any sharp rise or fall. Some clues to understand it.
Thinking beyond oneself and one's immediate environment is looked upon as a good trait in any person. But when this logic is extended to mutual funds, one might find it surprising. "Shouldn't mutual funds be concentrating on giving returns to the customer?" is a question that comes to mind immediately. Yes, they should.
Avoid putting more than 10 to 15 per cent of the value of your investment portfolio into such investments. Most experts would advise that exceeding this limit may subject your entire investment plan to a high level of risk.
It is important to provide the right papers to the insurer for speedy processing of claims. Some help on how to go about it.
Banks give incentives to splurge through cards during this season. Here's how you can use them to get the best results.
Sector funds form the aggressive part of your portfolio. Here are some clues on how to manage them for great returns in the long run.
Diamonds are one of the most concentrated forms of storing wealth. Also they do not require any ongoing management like gold. Since they are insulated from the daily fluctuations of the markets, there aren't any sharp price changes.
It is important to know all the relevant clauses that could impact you before signing on the dotted line.
Banks are offering attractive interest rates for fixed deposits. Here's some advice on FDs.
Reply to these questions (be honest) and find out how much you have scored...
By paving the way for buying lapsed policies, the High Court is injecting liquidity into insurance products.
Your net worth indicates your financial health; here is a little help on how to get going.
Cost averaging is the best possible way to weather the volatility.
A combination of a term policy plus a systematic investment plan in a good diversified equity fund is the best option.
Striking a balance between the cover needed and the premium outgo is critical.
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