Mutual Funds or Direct Equity: What is Better?

Given the expected peaking of inflation and rebound in equity markets, the buoyant mood amongst equity investors is only logical. The question is how best to play the markets? Should it be directly through demat account using your own study and analysis or via mutual funds where you trust the professional judgement of the portfolio manager? Our cover story in this issue focuses on this core issue and explains what the right way is to manage your money. Do share your thoughts on the subject and let us know if you find it helpful. Further, in our special story we have discussed about cleaning up your portfolio. Most people find managing the mutual fund portfolio difficult.