Large-cap scrips are still trading at a discount to mid-caps.
The Nifty Options would add to SGX's suite of Asian equity derivatives, which include SGX S&P CNX Nifty futures, the dominant Indian product for international participants.
The assets under management of the 44-players mutual fund industry stood at Rs 24.55 lakh crore in May-end from Rs 23.93 lakh crore in April-end.
Pre-Diwali Dhanteras sales of gold and silver witnessed a tepid response from consumers on Thursday on account of high prices of the precious metals and sluggish demand due to COVID-19 induced economic hardship, according to jewellers and industry experts. However, jewellers are expecting maximum footfalls on Friday as Dhanteras -- considered the most auspicious day in Hindu calendar for buying items, ranging from precious metals like gold and silver to utensils -- is being celebrated for two days this year.
Risk-averse investors can hold up to 10 per cent of their portfolio in gold, while aggressive ones can keep five per cent.
Both banks and jewelers sell coins and bars, but it is generally costlier to buy it from a bank
Gold demand in India dropped by 30 per cent during the July-September quarter to 86.6 tonnes, compared to the same period last year due to Covid-19 related disruptions and ruling high prices, the World Gold Council (WGC) said in a report.
The Finance Ministry has given its consent to the EPFO to invest from 5 per cent to 15 per cent of the investable income of the organisation every year.
An official said the government is preparing the financial statements and getting the data room ready for the sales, suggesting that such aspects take time.
In the last five years, while gold prices appreciated 55.8% in dollar terms, in rupee terms, returns stood at 129%, primarily owing to the falling rupee.
Indian banks have started exploring opportunities in the space, including lending to crypto exchanges, and accepting bitcoins as collateral, among others.
PFRDA has issued these clarifications in response to queries received from pension fund managers seeking clarity on certain clauses of the investment management agreement for private sector.
Omkeshwar Singh, head, Rank MF, a mutual fund investment platform, answers your queries.
A portion of the Nanda Devi glacier broke off in Uttarakhand's Chamoli district on Sunday, triggering an avalanche and a deluge in the Alaknanda river system that washed away hydroelectric stations, leaving at least seven people dead and 125 missing who are feared dead.
The first private sector MF, Kothari Pioneer was registered in July 1993.
Sensex rose 5.8% this year, against a 3.2% rise in Nifty; Axis Bank inclusion may blunt Sensex edge
Omkeshwar Singh, head, Rank MF, a mutual fund investment platform, answers your queries.
Industry estimates over 30 tonnes of gold were sold on Akshaya Tritiya this time.
Such an economic environment tends to be positive for gold, the ultimate safe-haven asset. Since gold cannot be debased by central banks, it naturally gains in value.
Mark Mobius, co-founder, Mobius Capital Partners, tells Puneet Wadhwa that investors should concentrate more on "value" rather than momentum, and on good small- and medium-sized companies rather than large-caps.
Aimed at curbing gold imports and relying more on domestic supply, the government on Monday linked Gold ETF with gold deposit scheme.
The pros and cons of investing in gold coins and bars, jewellery, gold ETFs and gold mining stocks.
Physical assets such as gold and real estate have their own positives and negatives, while other financial assets such as mutual funds, stocks and bonds come with their pluses and minuses. Let us look at both options in a little more detail.
Ajit Mishra, vice president, Research, Religare Broking, answers your queries.
The decision was taken in view of significant rise in imports of gold in recent years putting pressure on current account deficit.
It will help to stop widening of Current Account Deficit.
Using buyback as a divestment tool is not new, the amount raised this year is phenomenally high.
When selecting investments, pay attention to potential return, risk and how easily you can exit it.
Equity MF schemes recorded worst inflows in three and a half years at Rs 1,311 crore for November. Investors across the board have taken money off the table as markets have scaled new highs. Industry experts said SIPs had stayed intact, which is a healthy sign for the MF industry.
At a time when the whole world is going ga-ga over stocks and debt is too easy to borrow, do not forget gold, says Anil Rego.
Omkeshwar Singh, Head, Rank MF, a mutual fund investment platform, answers your queries.
Ajit Mishra, vice president, Research, Religare Broking, answers your queries:
Ajit Mishra, vice president, Research, Religare Broking, answers your queries.
With gold prices on the rise, financial institutions are trying different ways to attract the customer.
Anil Rego, CEO, Right Horizons, answers your personal income tax queries.
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While the FPI limit on most bond issues would not be raised above 6 per cent, there would be some in which there would be no limits, reports Arup Roychoudhury.
'By entering at an early age, they stand a better chance of developing into skilled investors.'
Most investment costs are bundled in with the financial product, and are often hidden in fine print, warns Erik Hon.
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