Want to buy bonds instead of debt funds? This is what you need to know

After the series of credit problems in debt mutual funds, many investors would like to know more about buying bonds directly instead of debt mutual funds. To do this, knowledge of basics and familiarity with bond terminology is essential. Therefore I have requested an expert to discuss the basics of how to go about buying…

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This will change the way you invest: S&P Index Versus Active Funds report

Avinash Luthria explains why the most important report about mutual fund investing in India was published in April 2010 – the S&P Index Versus Active Funds India report – and how there is sufficient and repeated evidence avoid active mutual funds and change the way we invest. I respect Avinash’s approach to investing especially his realistic…

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Nifty Momentum Timing: Can it produce higher returns?

Momentum investing is such a simple strategy that it could even invite ridiculing laughter. Yet, it works: Momentum Stock Investing in India: Does it work? Yesterday the Momentum, Low Volatility Stock Screener June 2019 was released. This allows you to screen for momentum stocks with low volatility (quality momentum) among the Nifty 100 stocks. In this post,…

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Three simple tips to choose the right financial advisor

Here are three simple tips to choose the right financial advisor for you with no conflicts of interest (fee-only registered with SEBI). If you wish to outsource money management, either because you cannot do it yourself for want of time, confidence or expertise or because you prefer outsourcing, a trusted financial advisor is necessary. More…

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Should Mutual Fund Distributors become SEBI Registered Investment Advisors?

“What is your honest advice to friends in the MF distributor community? Do you suggest that it might be better for us to turn into fee-only financial planners or SEBI registered investment advisers?” This is a question asked on Youtube and think the best person to answer it is, Swapnil Kendhe, who successfully transitioned from…

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