SIP or lumpsum? Expert suggests best approach for first-time mutual fund investors with Rs 10,000
For new investors, especially students and young professionals with modest amounts like Rs 10,000, a Systematic Investment Plan (SIP) is generally recommended over a lump sum. Financial expert Harshvardhan Roongta advises SIPs to gradually enter the market, build discipline, and average investment costs. He suggests starting with low-cost index funds for long-term wealth creation.
Wall Street Week Ahead: Inflation in focus for markets jostled by Middle East war signals
Upcoming inflation data and initial company earnings will reveal the Middle East war’s impact on the U.S. economy and corporations. Investors are closely watching oil prices and their effect on inflation, with the S&P 500 previously struggling due to the conflict. Strong corporate profits are hoped to support stocks despite these concerns.
Losing $1 billion a day: Gurmeet Chadha urges PMO, Finance Ministry to revisit capital gains tax, STT
Gurmeet Chadha has urged the government to revisit capital gains tax and STT, citing sustained foreign capital outflows. He claims India is losing nearly $1 billion daily since July 2024. The remarks come amid heavy FII selling, rising tax burdens and concerns over weakening investor sentiment in Indian equity markets.
Q4 impact: Bank stocks slump up to 32% in 3 months, but brokerages bet on SBI, HDFC Bank, 6 more stocks. Check why
Banking stocks have slumped up to 32% over three months, underperforming the Nifty amid FII outflows, rising oil prices and rate concerns. Brokerages remain selective, backing SBI, ICICI Bank and others despite margin pressure. Q4 results and FY27 outlook will be key triggers for the sector’s recovery.
Investing in debt mutual funds now? How rising yields may impact returns
Rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East have pushed up crude oil prices, triggering a rise in bond yields in India. Higher oil prices, along with a weakening rupee, are stoking inflation concerns and prompting investors to reassess their debt portfolios as mark-to-market losses emerge—particularly in long-duration funds, as reported by ET Bureau.
The architecture of resilience: Why India’s private credit stands apart
India’s private credit market stands resilient amid global stress due to its conservative fund structures, strict leverage norms, and closed-ended AIF framework. Unlike global peers facing liquidity and redemption pressures, India’s system aligns investor timelines with asset maturity, reducing systemic risks while offering significant growth headroom in an underpenetrated market.
Axis Bank to deepen insurance bet with Rs 389 crore infusion in Axis Max Life; stake seen at 19.99%
Axis Bank plans to invest Rs 389 crore in Axis Max Life, raising its combined stake to 19.99%, near the regulatory cap. The move strengthens its insurance play as the sector expands. The deal remains subject to approvals, while Max Financial will retain majority ownership of around 80%.
De-dollarisation, war, and debt: Why gold is regaining monetary relevance
Gold is regaining prominence as global markets face geopolitical tensions, rising debt and de-dollarisation trends. Central bank buying, structural shifts in the financial system and weakening confidence in fiat currencies are driving demand. Despite short-term volatility, gold’s long-term outlook remains strong amid a transition towards a multipolar global economic order.
Eternal, SBI, Bharti Airtel, 6 other stocks can rally up to 57%. How many do you have?
Domestic brokerage firm Axis Direct has pegged the Nifty target for December 2026 at 29,480, implying a 30% upside from current levels. Indian equities have underperformed the US market and other emerging markets by a notable margin in 2025, leading to a meaningful moderation in valuations. The brokerage is bullish on nine largecap stocks that […]
Equity mutual funds lose up to 14% in March. Check top 10 laggards
Equity mutual funds lost up to 14% in March, with all 299 schemes in the category ending in the red. As many as 224 funds posted double-digit losses during the month. Here’s a detailed break-up (Source: ACE MF).