The current volatility in the stock market can be attributed largely to geopolitical tensions, global economic uncertainties, FII outflows, IPO action and mixed corporate results.

When it comes to evaluating the performance of mutual funds, two important terms often come up: absolute returns and compound annual growth rate (CAGR) returns. Understanding these two metrics is crucial for investors to make informed decisions about their investments. While both measure the growth of investments, they do so in different ways. The article explains the methodologies and how they benefit the investors 

As vehicles for achieving various financial goals across timeframes, mutual funds have become ubiquitous in the investment landscape.

Every fortnight, we recommend one open-ended equity diversified fund that has the best potential of returns for the next one year considering its constituents remain the same.

While Norway stands out as a classic example of environmental, social and governance (ESG)- driven divestment through its sovereign wealth fund exiting investments in major oil, coal and mining companies, the scenario in India has been lagging behind with investor interest in ESG-promoting companies still to match the world standards. The article takes an overview of what ESG investing stands for and how it may shape up in the years to come 

Your recent story on step-up SIPs was highly informative, covering both the advantages and drawbacks of this investment approach.

Recent market volatility has led some domestic mutual fund investors to pause or stop their SIPs (systematic investment plans), with the latest data showing a slowdown in new SIP account openings and a SIP stoppage ratio above 60 per cent for the second consecutive month.

We often give importance to a stock’s PE ratio, and sometimes investors make buy or sell decisions based on it.

Imagine standing at the beginning of a long-distance marathon. You know the race will have twists, obstacles and smooth stretches.

Every fortnight, we recommend one open-ended equity diversified fund that has the best potential of returns for the next one year considering its constituents remain the same.

Most of the investors are now well aware of the systematic investment plan (SIP) which helps in the accumulation of wealth over a period to be able to meet your financial commitments. But there is also another way in which you can increase your wealth, which is the way of the Step-Up SIP.

Your cover story on financial planning via mutual funds was a thoughtful one.