Listen to this article Why do so many first-time investors open a trading app, buy a stock, and then check its price every 10 minutes? It feels like control, right? But in reality, this habit often reflects fear rather than strategy. Keeping money liquid or glued to short-term price movements gives an illusion of safety. […]
Mutual Funds
Mutual Funds: What Really Drives Compounding? Buy and Forget vs. Reshuffle and Grow
Listen to this article When it comes to investing, one word that excites every investor is compounding. The idea that “your money makes money, and then that money makes more money” is powerful enough to lure people into long-term investing. But along with the fascination comes a common fear: What if I reshuffle my mutual […]
Debt Mutual Fund Risks: Why “Safe” Funds Can Still Burn Your Pocket
Listen to this article When you hear the words “debt mutual fund,” what pops into your head? Stability? Predictable growth? A safe cousin of equity? It’s tempting to assume that if equities are rollercoasters, debt funds must be the slow-moving train. But is that really the case? Here’s the reality check: debt mutual funds are […]
Thematic Fund Mania: When Hype Meets Harsh Reality
Listen to this article Remember the hype around thematic mutual funds last year? It was almost impossible to miss. Mutual fund houses launched exotic funds with fancy narratives, and online platforms—from mutual fund portals to even some online bond platforms—amplified the buzz. The stage was set like a grand Roman gladiator show. Investors, much like […]
If a Mutual Fund Company Shuts Down, What Happens to Your Money?
Listen to this article Picture this. You’ve finally decided to invest in mutual funds. You’ve done the SIP. The app says “invested.” All good, right? And then one day someone casually says, “What if the mutual fund company just shuts down?” Wait… what? You begin to wonder: What if that really happens? Do I lose […]
Equity Savings Vs Arbitrage Vs Income + Arbitrage Funds: Which Low-Risk, Tax-Efficient Option is Right for You
Listen to this article Are you looking for stable returns without giving up tax efficiency? Wondering what the best investment options are after the withdrawal of indexation benefits on debt funds? You’re not alone. The investment landscape has evolved rapidly. With debt mutual funds now taxed at income slab rates regardless of holding period, investors […]







