Let experts tell you all about investing in mutual funds during these difficult times.

Why you should consider banking and PSU debt funds to your portfolio?

In the last few months of 2020, the Indian economy’s recovery from the blows wielded by the first wave of the coronavirus pandemic was stable enough to make market mavericks hopeful.

Why you should look at dynamic bond fund when interest rate outlook is not clear?

resurgence of the coronavirus pandemic has cast doubts on the recovery of India’s economy.

Debt funds vs bank FDs – which is more tax-efficient in the long run?

The bond between debt funds and rising interest cycles

In India, fixed deposits continue to dominate the terrain of ‘comfort investments’ for a sizable section of investors. to guaranteed returns and low risks associated with fixed deposit investments, they have been the go-to investment option in India.

SIPs help tide over debt market volatility

Investing through SIPs across asset classes like Equity and Fixed Income helps you get the benefit of rupee cost averaging, which in the long run helps tackle the impact of market volatility on your portfolio.

SIPs in debt funds for short and long term goals

Ask any market maven and they will tell you that for building a strong investment portfolio, you need to have a clear idea about your goals and the horizon for them. That forms the crux of investment choices.

Debt mutual funds and rising interest rates

When it comes to picking debt mutual funds for your portfolio, paying close attention to the interest rate cycle is paramount. If you have just started dabbling with debt fund investments...

The bond between debt funds and rising interest cycles

If you have recently forayed into the arena of debt fund investments or are planning to do so, then understanding how interest rate fluctuations can impact your...

Why debt mutual funds are a great option for short-term goals?

When it comes to building a portfolio that can withstand ripples in the market and generate returns suited to your goals, the addition of debt mutual funds like...

Debt fund investments: Decoding credit ratings

When it comes to debt fund investments, credit ratings of companies issued by credit rating agencies is considered to be the guiding light for investors.

Why it is a good time to invest in corporate bonds

At a time when the markets and economy are recuperating from the inflictions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, investors remain in a grey zone.

Four things to consider before investing in corporate bond funds

For Anusha, the stream of losses that she incurred in her corporate bond fund portfolio came as a rude shock to her. She had purchased various corporate bonds in the last few months but what with Anusha

Four reasons to invest in corporate bond funds

In October 2020, data from the Association of Mutual Funds showed that debt schemes and corporate bond funds clocked the biggest inflows in more than a year.

The Yield-To-Maturity Myopia

When investing in a debt instrument, the first consideration ‒ and for many of us the only material one ‒ is the yield to maturity (YTM) it offers.

Corporate Bond Funds ‒ A potential opportunity

Bank fixed deposits (FDs) have traditionally been the most favoured debt investment option among Indians. But not anymore. With interest rates on FDs falling, especially over the past one year,

SIP in Debt Mutual Funds

By investing a fixed amount every month (or any other interval) from your regular savings, you can invest over a long period of time and benefit from the power of compounding.

Why invest in Debt Mutual Funds?

Debt funds are fixed income mutual fund schemes which invest in debt and money market instruments like CPs, CDs, Corporate Bond, T-Bills, G-Secs etc.

Make place for debt funds in your portfolio

The equity market's stellar performance has beckoned many investor to take huge exposure to the asset class. Though equity is one of the best wealth creators in the long term, it is prudent to include a less risky asset class such as debt to balance the investment portfolio.

Debt mutual fund - a stable and steady investment choice

Bank fixed deposits and Government small savings schemes have been the traditional investment choice of average Indian households.As per Reserve Bank of India’s Quarterly Estimates of Household Financial Assets and Liabilities, Rs 4,753 billion was invested in bank FDs in FY 2018.

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