{"id":448,"date":"2024-04-16T08:32:49","date_gmt":"2024-04-16T08:32:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jamawealth.com\/askguru\/?p=448"},"modified":"2026-03-02T19:33:15","modified_gmt":"2026-03-02T19:33:15","slug":"what-is-the-best-way-to-invest-a-lump-sum-amount-in-india-i-want-to-invest-40-lacs-for-long-term-3-5-years-and-10-lacs-for-short-term-around-1-year-and-get-10-returns","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/maxiomwealth.com\/askguru\/2024\/04\/16\/what-is-the-best-way-to-invest-a-lump-sum-amount-in-india-i-want-to-invest-40-lacs-for-long-term-3-5-years-and-10-lacs-for-short-term-around-1-year-and-get-10-returns\/","title":{"rendered":"What is the best way to invest a lump sum amount in India? I want to invest 40 lacs for long term (3\u20135 years) and 10 lacs for short term (around 1 year) and get 10+% returns."},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>preparation, robust gear, and a long-term commitment, the Goan escapade is more about relaxing for a short while. Your investment journey isn\u2019t too different.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For your&nbsp;<strong>long-term investment of 40 lacs<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Equities<\/strong>: A significant portion should be allocated here, especially if you are aiming for 10+% returns. Using the\u00a0<strong>Roots and Wings<\/strong>\u00a0philosophy, seek out stocks that offer stability (Roots) and growth potential (Wings).<\/li><li><strong>Mutual Funds<\/strong>: Mix of large-cap, mid-cap, and small-cap funds. The diversity reduces risk and taps into the potential of different market segments. Remember, as Benjamin Graham once said, &#8220;The best time to invest is when you have money.&#8221;<\/li><li><strong>Debt Funds<\/strong>: While equities provide growth, having a portion in debt ensures safety and acts as a cushion during market downturns, aligning with the\u00a0<strong>safety<\/strong>\u00a0segment of Maxiom Wealth&#8217;s LSG framework.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>For the&nbsp;<strong>short-term investment of 10 lacs<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Liquid Funds<\/strong>: These are akin to the soothing waves of Goa &#8211; relatively safe with quick access to funds. They offer better returns than regular savings accounts and are highly liquid.<\/li><li><strong>Ultra Short-Term Debt Funds<\/strong>: Given your 1-year horizon, these funds offer a blend of safety and slightly higher returns than liquid funds.<\/li><li><strong>Arbitrage Funds<\/strong>: Capitalizing on market inefficiencies, these funds offer equity-like returns with debt-fund-like risks.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>While these avenues sound promising, a sprinkle of caution is essential. The stock market isn&#8217;t a place for the shortsighted. As the Indian investment guru, Radhakishan Damani, aptly puts it, &#8220;Stock markets will test you with volatility. The real test is how you handle it.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For those 10+% returns, ensure your portfolio has a balanced mix, resonating with the harmonious melodies of both the mountains and the beaches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And if the vastness of the investment landscape seems daunting, consider reaching out to Maxiom Wealth. Our tailor-made\u00a0<strong>portfolio management services (PMS)<\/strong>\u00a0are designed to combine your 40 +10 = 50 L investment portfolio to guide you through both your Himalayan treks and Goan escapes in the financial realm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>To sum up<\/strong>, blend safety with growth potential, tailor your choices to your time horizons, and always seek advice if unsure. It&#8217;s how you ensure your journey is both enjoyable and rewarding.<\/p>\n\n\n<!-- mw-cta-block -->\n\n<div class=\"mw-cta-block\" style=\"background:#EEF3FC;border-left:5px solid #1C52A0;padding:22px 26px 20px;margin:36px 0 24px;border-radius:0 10px 10px 0;\">\n  <p style=\"margin:0 0 4px;font-size:11px;font-weight:700;color:#276FC4;letter-spacing:1px;text-transform:uppercase;\">Maxiom Wealth \u2014 Free Tool<\/p>\n  <h3 style=\"margin:0 0 10px;font-size:19px;font-weight:700;color:#113E81;line-height:1.3;\">Market Volatility Doesn&#8217;t Have to Derail Your Goals<\/h3>\n  <p style=\"margin:0 0 18px;color:#444;font-size:15px;line-height:1.65;\">The investors who build wealth through market cycles are those with a plan built for their timeline \u2014 not the market&#8217;s. 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Using the\u00a0Roots and Wings\u00a0philosophy, seek out stocks that offer&hellip;&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/maxiomwealth.com\/askguru\/2024\/04\/16\/what-is-the-best-way-to-invest-a-lump-sum-amount-in-india-i-want-to-invest-40-lacs-for-long-term-3-5-years-and-10-lacs-for-short-term-around-1-year-and-get-10-returns\/\" class=\"\" rel=\"bookmark\">Read More &raquo;<span class=\"screen-reader-text\">What is the best way to invest a lump sum amount in India? I want to invest 40 lacs for long term (3\u20135 years) and 10 lacs for short term (around 1 year) and get 10+% returns.<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[129,9],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-448","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-asset-allocation-financial-planning","category-financial-planning"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/maxiomwealth.com\/askguru\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/448","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/maxiomwealth.com\/askguru\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/maxiomwealth.com\/askguru\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/maxiomwealth.com\/askguru\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/maxiomwealth.com\/askguru\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=448"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/maxiomwealth.com\/askguru\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/448\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":3989,"href":"https:\/\/maxiomwealth.com\/askguru\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/448\/revisions\/3989"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/maxiomwealth.com\/askguru\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=448"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/maxiomwealth.com\/askguru\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=448"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/maxiomwealth.com\/askguru\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=448"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}