We diversify our investment portfolios among various types of securities. If we have equity funds at the high-risk, high-return end of the spectrum, money market funds are at the low-risk,…
What is an Index Fund
Why invest in index funds We all try to diversify our portfolios among different asset classes. Some of the popular asset groups include equities, bonds, commodities, real estate, gold, etc….
Reasons Why People Avoid Investing In Mutual Funds
Investing has gained much momentum since young adults understood that money will only depreciate in their savings accounts. In these times of rising inflation, stock markets have been instrumental in…
What Are The Taxation Rules For Hybrid Mutual Funds?
When you combine both equity and debt funds, you get hybrid mutual funds. Debt funds are money market instruments that include commercial papers (CPs), treasury bills, nonconvertible debentures, government bonds,…
Mutual Funds with Lower NAVs Offer Better Returns
Mutual funds are an essential financial instrument for most investors. Some mutual funds outperform others, and the more risk we take, the greater our chances of success. The AUM (Asset…
How Important Is NAV When Choosing Mutual Funds?
Introduction Is NAV Value Important In Choosing Mutual Funds? When investing in a mutual fund, there are several factors to consider. One factor is the Net Asset Value (NAV), which keeps fluctuating…
Is It Beneficial To Invest In Both Mutual Funds And Stocks?
The Average Assets Under Management (AAUM) of the Indian Mutual Fund Industry stands at Rs. 39.8 Lakh Crore, as on September 30, 2022. And the all-India market capitalisation for the…
Why Would I Buy Mutual Funds Instead of Index Funds?
The Asset Management Companies (AMCs) in India currently own assets worth Rs. 24.46 trillion. And their Assets Under Management (AUM) are expected to grow at a compounded annual rate of…
What Has The Best Return, A Fixed Deposit Or Mutual Funds?
As investors, we have many investment options available to us. However, two investment options never fail to create the buzz- Fixed Deposits (FDs) and Mutual Funds. Fixed deposits continue to…
Low Duration Mutual Funds | Everything You Need to Know.
Low Duration Mutual Funds – Definition & Benefits Return & Risk The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has divided debt mutual fund schemes into 16 categories based on…