How to manage one mutual fund portfolio for multiple financial goals
A well-structured mutual fund portfolio can help investors achieve multiple financial goals without frequent changes. Experts suggest maintaining diversification, gradually reducing risk for short-term goals, and increasing SIP contributions for long-term targets. Regular portfolio reviews and disciplined investing remain key to balancing returns, risk, and goal-based planning effectively.
Fund Manager Talk | Multi-asset funds are about balance, not chasing gold: DSP MF’s Aparna Karnik
Aparna Karnik, Fund Manager at DSP Mutual Fund, says multi-asset funds focus on balance, not chasing short-term gains in gold or equities. Disciplined diversification, calibrated equity exposure, systematic rebalancing, and selective allocations to REITs, InvITs, and commodities aim to deliver smoother, risk-adjusted returns across market cycles.
Sunil Singhania’s Abakkus Portfolio: 7 stocks gain up to 60% in FY26; 2 new buys in Q3
Sunil Singhania’s Abakkus portfolio shows a mixed FY26 performance, with seven stocks gaining over 30% and some declining sharply. The portfolio value has moderated, while two new additions were made in Q3. The analysis highlights key winners, laggards and evolving investment trends among prominent Dalal Street investors.
Concurrent Losers: 12 smallcap stocks fall for 5 straight sessions
Despite a marginal gain in the Sensex over five sessions ending February 20, weakness persisted in the broader market. As many as 63 BSE Smallcap stocks declined throughout the period, with 12 registering losses exceeding 15%, highlighting sustained pressure and selective selloff in the small-cap segment despite benchmark resilience.
US-Iran conflict may spike India’s crude prices and fuel inflation
Rising tensions between the United States and Iran risk disrupting crude flows through the strategic Strait of Hormuz, potentially spiking global benchmarks and raising India’s fuel and inflation pressures. Even limited disruption could widen volatility as import-dependent economies brace for higher energy costs.
F&O Talk | What the current long-short ratio tells about FII positioning? Sudeep Shah on Ola, Newgen, 4 more top weekly movers
Markets ended higher despite volatility, with Nifty consolidating in a narrow range. FII positioning shows gradual short covering but remains cautious. IT stocks stay under pressure, while banking and PSU sectors show strength. Analysts expect sideways movement with stock-specific action and highlight key technical levels for the coming week.
D-Street rebounds despite rising US-Iran tensions
On Friday, Indian stock markets experienced a notable bounce back, partially reversing previous losses. Nevertheless, escalating global tensions, especially those involving the US and Iran, led to a more cautious approach among investors. By the end of the week, both the Nifty and Sensex showed positive gains. Crude oil prices saw an uptick amidst concerns […]
Rs 4,300 crore IPO rush next week: Clean Max, PNGS Reva among 9 public offers to hit the market
India’s primary market is set for an active week with three mainboard IPOs and six SME issues targeting around Rs 4,300 crore. Led by Clean Max Enviro Energy Solutions, the offerings span renewable energy, jewellery and engineering, testing investor appetite amid selective market conditions and sector-specific interest.
AI sore big tech cos’ artificial splurge eats into stock buybacks
In a bold pivot towards the future, major tech giants are pulling back on stock buybacks to invest heavily in artificial intelligence. Their focus on developing advanced AI capabilities, rather than returning cash to shareholders, indicates a strategic shift that could reshape the industry landscape.
US Market | US stocks end higher after Supreme Court rules against Trump tariffs
Indian markets saw a positive close on Friday. Major Wall Street companies like Alphabet and Amazon surged after the Supreme Court ruled against President Trump’s global tariffs. Investors welcomed the removal of uncertainty. The S&P 500, Nasdaq, and Dow Jones Industrial Average all ended higher. This development provided a boost to the stock market.