Balanced advantage funds (BAFs) offer a compelling alternative to DIY investments, automatically adjusting equity-debt allocations based on valuation or momentum models. These funds, managing ₹2.93 lakh crore across 5,250,000 folios, utilize in-house models to dynamically allocate assets. Taxed as equity funds, BAFs are suitable for investors seeking higher returns than fixed deposits with managed volatility.
Geopolitics, crude risk and the IT conundrum: Sridhar Sivaram on why investors may need to stay selective
Geopolitical tensions in West Asia are creating market uncertainty, impacting energy supplies and capital flows. While Indian equities have shown resilience, prolonged conflict could significantly