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The common refrain about investing is that it is a long process hence you must not focus too much on short term returns. But, as Keynes said, in the long run we are all dead and therefore you need to look at short term returns too. Not all goals are

What exactly do we understand by an all-weather portfolio? Obviously, portfolios are supposed to be dynamic and keep changing with the times. But there is a larger approach which is called the all-weather approach. In this approach you take a long te

Investing is a smart way to build long-term wealth, beat inflation, and work towards financial independence. But for many Indian investors, the road often includes a few bumps—mainly because of poor planning, emotional decisions, or simply not know

Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) are a relatively new investment vehicle in India, offering an opportunity for investors to gain exposure to the real estate sector without the complexities of owning physical properties. Introduced by the Securit

With many avenues to multiply wealth, an individual can go for long-term or short-term investments based on their financial goals and liquidity position. Investing in the market is one of the preferred avenues for wealth accumulation as it yields bet

Mid cap stocks often sit in the sweet spot between small caps and large caps. They are companies that have moved beyond the risky early stage but have not yet reached the stability of giants. For investors in India, mid cap stocks offer a chance to

Online trading in India has experienced rapid growth. Thanks to smartphones, low brokerage fees, and easy access to trading apps, more people are entering the stock market than ever before. But while technology has made trading easier, it hasn’t ma

Mutual funds have become a favorite option for investments nowadays. However, the recent imposition of the long-term capital gains (LTCG) tax of 10 on returns over Rs1 lakh has made investors wary of mutual fund investments, including ELSS funds. Ne

What Happens if you Start Retirement Planning Late Late retirement planning can create financial pressure in later years. Savings get less time to grow, investment opportunities become limited, and monthly contribution requirements increase. Many

An equity-linked savings scheme (ELSS) is an investment that derives its earnings from the equity markets. ELSS funds come with a mandatory lock-in period of three years and the investor cannot withdraw their investment during this period. ELSS funds

Long-term sustainable wealth creation is paramount for any individual in today’s volatile economic landscape and rising cost of living. It’s not only to prepare for the eventual retirement life, but also to deal with any financial emergency like

For most of us our liaison with equity markets begins with an online share trading account. Even as you decide whether you want to buy and sell equities for the short term or long term, there is a bigger fundamental question pertaining to your approa