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Capital gains tax in India is a bad idea: Samir Arora, Helios Capital

Taxing FIIs on their gains, who face forex risks, and have no tax set-off available in their home country is a big mistake that the government is making, said Sami Arora at BS Manthan.

Updated On: 28 Feb 2025 | 5:02 PM IST

SIP closures more pronounced in direct space amid equity market fall

Active SIP accounts decline by nearly a million in January, even as regular plan SIP count rises by 0.4 million

Updated On: 27 Feb 2025 | 11:06 PM IST

From Rs 12,000 to Rs 14,648 in a year: Best and worst SIP mutual funds

As the market fluctuates over the year, you see the power of monthly investments-often a strategy that benefits from rupee cost averaging-allowing you to buy units at various prices.

Updated On: 26 Feb 2025 | 2:07 PM IST

Franklin Templeton launches 'Franklin India low duration fund'; details

The New Fund Offer (NFO) is set to close on March 5, 2025, during which the fund will be available at Rs 10 per unit. For an SIP, the minimum investment amount is Rs 500

Updated On: 25 Feb 2025 | 12:04 PM IST

Want to start Rs 250 JanNivesh SIP? Know where your money is invested

The money collected through JanNivesh SIP will be invested by SBI Mutual Fund in the SBI Balanced Advantage Fund

Updated On: 23 Feb 2025 | 5:36 PM IST

Arbitrage funds beat bank FDs with higher returns amid market volatility

Amid continuous market volatility, arbitrage funds have surpassed public bank fixed deposits (FDs) in terms of one-year returns

Updated On: 18 Feb 2025 | 4:51 PM IST

SBI MF launches Rs 250 JanNivesh SIP to expand financial inclusivity

Asset management company SBI Mutual Fund on Monday launched a systematic investment plan (SIP) aimed at democratizing access to the product. An investor can invest as low as Rs 250 per transaction under the JanNivesh SIP scheme, which was launched in presence of Sebi Chairperson Madhabi Puri Buch. Investors typically put Rs 500 in SIP, which could go down to Rs 100 depending on the scheme in which money is being put. With the aim of deepening the MF reach, the lower SIP of Rs 250 was considered, which is akin to the idea of sachetisation effectively used by consumer goods companies. "By lowering entry barriers and leveraging digital platforms, we aim to attract first-time investors, small savers, and those in the unorganized sector, with SIP starting at just Rs 250," SBI Mutual Fund's managing director and chief executive Nand Kishore said. "As we transition into a new phase of financial inclusion, innovation and inclusivity are essential. Our focus is on developing products, ...

Updated On: 17 Feb 2025 | 5:38 PM IST

Want solid returns? Motilal Oswal explains why 7-Yr SIPs are worth the wait

Be faithful in marriage and disciplined in SIP for at least 7 Years, tide over the itch. if you are going to do SIP for 7 Years, then might as well be with a proposition (Market Cap Segment)

Updated On: 14 Feb 2025 | 10:02 AM IST

Mutual Fund SIP strategy: Continue to invest or hit the pause button?

For now, the market sell-off has not deterred investors who have kept the faith and continued with their SIP investments in equity mutual funds in January 2025

Updated On: 13 Feb 2025 | 12:41 PM IST

SIP performance insights: Early investors see gains, recent ones face loss

While investors who began their SIPs earlier in 2021 and 2022 have seen positive returns, those who started their investment journey in the past 9 to 10 months are now facing negative returns

Updated On: 13 Feb 2025 | 9:02 AM IST

Street Signs: Cracks in the SIP wall, GMPs for Hexaware and Ajax modest

After climbing to a record in December, systematic investment plan (SIP) closures remained high in January, according to mutual fund (MF) industry executives

Updated On: 09 Feb 2025 | 9:56 PM IST

New NFO Alert: Motilal Oswal Innovation Opportunities Fund opens today

The fund utilises a bottom-up investment strategy, with the portfolio positioned as Anti-Fragile, designed to withstand and potentially benefit from market volatility and disruption

Updated On: 29 Jan 2025 | 2:22 PM IST

Momentum Investing: Axis Nifty500 Momentum 50 Index Fund NFO opens today

Axis Mutual Fund launches Nifty500 Momentum 50 Index Fund NFO; here is all you need to know

Updated On: 24 Jan 2025 | 12:07 PM IST

Sebi pushes Rs 250 monthly investment plans to deepen reach of equities

Sebi is looking to introduce simpler customer identification rules and lower costs as it aims to popularise small-ticket investments via mutual funds

Updated On: 16 Jan 2025 | 2:40 PM IST

Record SIP closures in Dec amid market volatility; inflows stay strong

Investors open 5.4 million accounts, close 4.5 million last month

Updated On: 10 Jan 2025 | 11:28 PM IST

SIP contributions cross Rs 26,000 cr for first time: What FPIs bought, sold

FPI selling remained relatively moderate in December 2024. The bulk of the outflows were concentrated in the oil & gas and automobile sectors.

Updated On: 10 Jan 2025 | 2:33 PM IST

Value Research explains time-tested formula to making more wealth in 2025

Starting with SIPs, maintaining a disciplined approach, and protecting your wealth with insurance are foundational elements of successful investing.

Updated On: 07 Jan 2025 | 9:48 AM IST

'Dream Car': Canara Robeco's Goal SIP helps you personalise MF investments

Goal SIP enables investors to name their investments after personal milestones or dreams, such as "My Dream Car," "My Son's Education," or "My Dream Tour."

Updated On: 06 Jan 2025 | 1:11 PM IST

FDs vs equities: How rolling returns debunk short-term performance myths

Many investors resist rolling return analysis, preferring specific-date comparisons, which are often skewed to favour certain narratives

Updated On: 29 Dec 2024 | 10:16 PM IST

New SIP rule: SEBI mandates MF companies to process cancellations in 2 days

This revised timelines for cancellation of SIPs has come into effect from December 1, 2024

Updated On: 12 Dec 2024 | 1:08 PM IST