Should I invest in the NFO Sundaram Services Fund?
In general is better to avoid NFOs due to the following reasons: NFOs do not have a track record of history. It is difficult to… Read More »Should I invest in the NFO Sundaram Services Fund?
How much money should I invest in a mutual fund?
The ideal amount to start investing is what you can save after all expenses and taxes. If you keep expenses low, this amount can be… Read More »How much money should I invest in a mutual fund?
Should I invest in shares as recommended in Stock 20-20, or should I invest in any other way? Can Stock 20-20 earn me a good profit?
Investing your hard earned money for your cherished goals such as children’s future (education/marriage) or retirement is not the same as trading. Investing is not… Read More »Should I invest in shares as recommended in Stock 20-20, or should I invest in any other way? Can Stock 20-20 earn me a good profit?
Which site should I use for a mutual investment, Upwardly or FundsIndia?
Two main things to help you which one to use. Go for a site that offers only Direct Plan Mutual Funds coupled with strong advisory… Read More »Which site should I use for a mutual investment, Upwardly or FundsIndia?
How can I invest in SIP using HDFC securities? What would be the brokerage charge? Is there any other option to invest in SIP to gain maximum profit?
When you invest through HDFC Securities or ICICI Direct you would be investing in regular plan mutual funds (i.e. those which are not Direct Plans).… Read More »How can I invest in SIP using HDFC securities? What would be the brokerage charge? Is there any other option to invest in SIP to gain maximum profit?
Is CAGR used to calculate SIP returns in mutual funds?
Compounded Annual Growth Rate or CAGR is used to calculate the annualised growth rate of mutual fund or any other instrument. However if you wish… Read More »Is CAGR used to calculate SIP returns in mutual funds?
What is the meaning of “Return less than 1-year are absolute and over 1 year are annualised” in mutual funds?
Returns is simply the percentage gain you make on an investment. For example if you invest Rs 100, and it becomes Rs 110, then you… Read More »What is the meaning of “Return less than 1-year are absolute and over 1 year are annualised” in mutual funds?
What are the differences between small-cap, mid-cap, and large-cap mutual funds in India?
What is important for you is to know how and when to invest in these classes of funds. Small cap – if you are an… Read More »What are the differences between small-cap, mid-cap, and large-cap mutual funds in India?
What is SIP MF?
A Systematic Investment Plan or SIP allows you to invest a specific amount monthly ( or weekly, quarterly). SIP is a planned approach helps you… Read More »What is SIP MF?
I am 21 and have invested 50% of my monthly savings in mutual fund SIPs. I have no financial obligations in the near future. Is it a good idea? What should my portfolio look like?
This is a good idea! Your portfolio should have a larger equity allocation as you have time to withstand any potential market downturns. Over time… Read More »I am 21 and have invested 50% of my monthly savings in mutual fund SIPs. I have no financial obligations in the near future. Is it a good idea? What should my portfolio look like?
