bull market: Not the time to exit the market, but investors need to play safe: Sandeep Tandon

bull market: Not the time to exit the market, but investors need to play safe: Sandeep Tandon

“Why you are not able to see it because the maximum amount of flow has come in the thematic side in last, let us say, three months in particular, so that is the reason when you look at total flows, this looks extremely on higher side,” says Sandeep Tandon, Quant Mutual Fund.What about inflow, the … Read more

Understanding Aggressive Hybrid Funds; here’s all you need to know

Understanding Aggressive Hybrid Funds; here’s all you need to know

Financial planners believe first-time investors in mutual funds can consider an aggressive hybrid equity fund to start with given that it combines two asset classes and is likely to be less volatile as compared to a pure equity fund. WHAT ARE AGGRESSIVE HYBRID FUNDS? Aggressive hybrid funds invest between 65% and 80% of their total … Read more

Asset Allocation: ETMarkets Smart Talk: Sensex@80K! Sahil Kapoor recommends multi-asset allocation strategy for new investors

Asset Allocation: ETMarkets Smart Talk: Sensex@80K! Sahil Kapoor recommends multi-asset allocation strategy for new investors

“Allocate new money to a multi-asset allocation strategy or an equity savings fund with lower equity allocations,” says Sahil Kapoor, Head of Products & Market Strategist, DSP Mutual Fund. In an interview with ETMarkets, Kapoor said: “Retail investors should prioritize building a well-rounded portfolio that includes both equity and debt, aligning their investments with their … Read more

economic progress: Stay invested! India growth story intact, but rational yet conservative approach must

economic progress: Stay invested! India growth story intact, but rational yet conservative approach must

The budget continues to build on the recent economic progress, and despite substantial provisions for necessary investments, the fiscal deficit is decreasing. It notably prioritises nine areas, which include agriculture, employment, human development, energy security, manufacturing, innovation, infrastructure, and next-generation reforms. Significant allocations and initiatives are aimed at transforming India’s education and employment landscape. Efforts … Read more

ETMarkets Smart Talk: There will be FOMO among long only FIIs in Modi 3.0: Sorbh Gupta

ETMarkets Smart Talk: There will be FOMO among long only FIIs in Modi 3.0: Sorbh Gupta

“Given the development of Indian stocks, we predict that most FIIs will eventually return to the market with larger investments because they will feel a sense of FOMO,” says Sorbh Gupta, Senior Fund Manager – Equities, Bajaj Finserv AMC. In an interview with ETMarkets, Gupta said: “India is a long-term story with solid economic expansion … Read more

ETMarkets Smart Talk: Modi 3.0 unlikely to be over-populist at the cost of compromising fiscal discipline: Amar Ambani

ETMarkets Smart Talk: Modi 3.0 unlikely to be over-populist at the cost of compromising fiscal discipline: Amar Ambani

“I don’t see any likelihood of the government getting over-populist at the cost of compromising its fiscal discipline,” says Amar Ambani, Executive Director, YES Securities. In an interview with ETMarkets, Ambani said: “I would look to buoyant sectors like realty, banking, select consumer discretionaries, telecom, and aviation for better opportunities,” Edited excerpts: Unlock Leadership Excellence … Read more

mutual funds: Plan to invest Rs 10 lakh post election outcome; Kaustubh Belapurkar gives asset allocation strategy

mutual funds: Plan to invest Rs 10 lakh post election outcome; Kaustubh Belapurkar gives asset allocation strategy

“Most investors are best served by investing into diversified equity funds, where fund managers will express their conviction on sector/themes stocks, with graded underweight/overweight calls,” says Kaustubh Belapurkar, Director – Manager Research, Morningstar Investment Research India Private Limited. In an interview with ETMarkets, Belapurkar said: “Don’t sell in panic, equity markets are a great long … Read more

portfolio: Why is it right time to reshuffle your portfolio? Feroze Azeez answers

portfolio: Why is it right time to reshuffle your portfolio? Feroze Azeez answers

“Like you rightly pointed out rejigging the portfolio or monitoring your portfolio is an annual exercise which you always should do. But there are some periods which are more momentous from a perspective of their timing that at that point in time reviewing your portfolio, making changes makes perfect sense,” says Feroze Azeez, Deputy CEO, … Read more

MF Query: 50 years & planning retirement? 1.1 lakh monthly SIP can grow to Rs 3 cr in 11 years

MF Query: 50 years & planning retirement? 1.1 lakh monthly SIP can grow to Rs 3 cr in 11 years

In the realm of investment planning, longevity is a virtue. The journey to financial security once you are near retirement often requires a careful balance of strategy, foresight, and adaptability. In a quest for clarity amidst the retirement planning maze, Gururaj, a 50-year-old investor brimming with aspirations, seeks to grow the portfolio so that he … Read more

gold and silver investments: Learn with ETMarkets: How to build a balanced portfolio with gold and silver investments?

gold and silver investments: Learn with ETMarkets: How to build a balanced portfolio with gold and silver investments?

Diversification is a cornerstone of prudent investing, and incorporating MCX Gold and Silver contracts into a diversified portfolio can offer investors valuable benefits in terms of risk management and wealth preservation. In this article, we’ll explore the role of precious metals in portfolio diversification and provide insights into how MCX Gold and Silver investments can … Read more