Listen to this article Many of us are investing in a type of Monthly Income Plan (MIP) within bank Fixed Deposits (FD) to secure a steady income during our working years and retirement. Isn’t it appealing that this plan is designed to be both easy to invest in and simple to withdraw funds from? This […]
Mutual Funds
Urgent Cash Needs? Sell or Pledge Your Mutual Funds – Which is Wiser?
Listen to this article In many situations, isn’t pledging investments more profitable than selling them when you need cash? For years, people have been pledging assets like gold jewelry, land, and homes instead of selling them during financial crunches. Now, mutual fund units have also joined this list. Pledging mutual funds means using your mutual […]
Are Your Mutual Funds Delivering Negative Returns?
Listen to this article Are you seeing negative returns in your SIPs? It’s natural to feel concerned, but did you know this is a normal part of mutual fund investing, especially in volatile markets? When your SIP shows negative returns, does it really mean failure or is it just a temporary dip? It simply reflects […]
Small Cap vs. Mid Cap Funds: Which Delivers Higher Returns?
Listen to this article Mutual fund investments have garnered significant interest, especially among the younger generation. But the big question remains: where should one invest for maximum returns? Should you lean towards small-cap funds or mid-cap funds? Which option carries less risk? Understanding these factors can make investment planning much simpler and more effective. Table […]
Mastering Mutual Funds: How Scheme Benchmarks Impact Your Returns
Listen to this article Mutual fund schemes are designed to invest in the market for the benefit of unit-holders. But how can we truly gauge the performance of a scheme? A mutual fund benchmark is a standard index against which a mutual fund’s performance is measured. It reflects the performance of a relevant market segment […]
Achieve Your Financial Goals: The Role of Mutual Funds in Long-Term Investing
Listen to this article Investing is a significant responsibility that demands continuous attention and informed decision-making. But with so many options available, how do you choose where to put your hard-earned money? Should you invest in government-backed schemes, fixed deposits, company debentures, stocks, real estate, or perhaps precious metals like gold and silver? You could […]