'Trading is about psychology; 75% of it is about keeping your emotions in check.'
Given that the ETF has given exceptional returns over the past year, start small and buy more in a staggered manner.
By 2026, around 25 per cent of the global population may spend at least an hour a day on Metaverse. This will open the doors for many businesses, the NFTs market will spread, and Web 3.0 will attract more investment.
The SIP route suits the salaried class, by matching their income flows with investment frequency.
While the purchases of celebrity investors become public knowledge, what is not known is the price point at which they bought them.
Silver, which is currently trading at Rs 68,453 per kilogram, has appreciated 21.7 per cent over the past three months. Investors, however, shouldn't get carried away by its recent performance and put their money in it. Instead, they should evaluate its pros and cons and then take a considered decision based on their risk appetite.
Rebalance the portfolio at least once a year to ensure it remains in sync with the target asset allocation.
'Negotiate a longer agreement with the escalation clause fixed now.' 'This will enable you to control future cost increases.'
In the face of tax blow, brokerages remain sanguine about the prospects of asset management companies (AMCs). A sharp correction in the shares of AMCs over the past three months factors in most of the negatives and turned valuations attractive, observe analysts. In its latest report, Kotak Institutional Equities (KIE) has upgraded HDFC AMC to 'add' (from 'reduce') and reprised 'add' and 'buy' ratings on the rest of the listed AMCs - Nippon, UTI, and Aditya Birla Sun Life.
To curb mis-selling of policies and rationalise commissions, radical changes have been proposed to help investors.
A mistake here can prove costly.
'Most young taxpayers prefer income tax filing to be flexible yet straightforward.'
Before opting for this scheme, consider how EPS is calculated.
While riskier than debt, Sebi's stringent guidelines may ensure a safe and liquid product.
Make the most of the income that you earn by invest the money in the right instruments. The advantages of starting early and investing right cannot be overstated, says financial planner Harshad Chetanwala.
Balanced funds are suitable for investors who have low-risk appetite or are new to equities.Those with more than seven-year investment horizon should look at funds that have higher equity exposure.
Many retail investors, who are experiencing their first bear market, are shocked at the erosion in the value of their mutual fund (MF) portfolios. The pain is especially acute for those who had taken excessive exposure to sector/thematic and small-cap funds. Even international diversification has failed to stanch the bleed in this downturn.
Improved credit profile may make you eligible to transfer your existing home loan to another lender at a much lower rate.
Maintain a tab on your expenses, keeping them low while starting out.
While the likely intensity of the third wave is still a matter of debate, wisdom lies in being financially prepared for it, advises Bindisha Sarang.
Existing investors should not make any drastic changes in their portfolio at the onset of elections, say experts.
India must be prepared to deal with climate disasters, geopolitical confrontations, and social strife linked to global events, asserts Jayant Sinha, chairman of Parliament's Standing Committee on Finance.
A long and bitter funding winter in the start-up world is beginning to take its toll on start-up advertising across properties. Earlier this week, Mastercard replaced Paytm as the title sponsor for all international and domestic cricket matches organised by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). But this is just one part of the story. The other side is that organisers of high-impact shows and events on Hindi general entertainment channels, too, are feeling the winter chill.
'Thankfully, most investors in India have now seen through this false narrative and are once again deploying their hard-earned money.
Having exposure to international funds and gold is a must for those who have foreign currency-denominated goals.
Aurangabad-based financial planner Anirudha Hatwalne laments that youngsters do not plan their finances. And, their only worry is about saving taxes at the end of the year.
With the wedding season already in full swing, a few things to keep in minutes financially when tying the knot, advises Bindisha Sarang.
If one compares returns, the two public-sector ETFs have done better over the past year, but the ELSS category has done better over the trailing three and five years.
IPL will always be the safest bet for advertisers from April to June.
Go for high quality and low-to-medium-duration funds in your debt portfolio
Equity investments are fruitful over the very long 20-year term.
Make sure buying a house won't lead to compromises on other crucial financial goals.
Stick to low-cost ULIPs launched in the past few years. Go with an insurer with a good investment team and solid track record of long-term returns, suggests Sanjay Kumar Singh.
Those who have crossed 50 must show the greatest urgency. They need to achieve a corpus that can sustain them and their spouses for at least 25-30 years after retirement.
Hectic fundraising through initial public offerings (IPOs) is expected in October-November, with at least 30 companies are looking to collectively raise over Rs 45,000 crore through initial share-sales, merchant banking sources said. Of the total fundraising, a large chunk would be garnered by technology-driven companies. The successful IPO of food delivery company Zomato, which was overwhelmingly subscribed by over 38 times, encouraged new-age tech companies to come out with their primary share-sales.
Affordable pricing, a variety of themes, and the ease of transacting are among key reasons that have made smallcases a hit among young investors.
Many investors, who have made money in the rising market of the recent past, are pulling out of equity funds, believing that they can earn more by investing directly.
'There is pent-up demand for cricket after last year when no tournaments were played on Indian soil due to the pandemic.'
Financial advisors say, not to get carried away by stocks that promise high returns in short time.
