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Taking a call on companies' management is the key: Sivasubramanian KN

Interview with CIO, Franklin Templeton Asset Management (India)

Erratic at the short end but much better in the long run

Less than half of the equity mutual funds have beaten benchmarks in the last 12 months, but their performance gets better in the long haul

Investing lessons from Sachin's incredible career

There is plenty to learn from the Master Blaster. Here are a few lessons

Where value lies in this market

Value investing is back in vogue, as most large-caps are trading at lofty valuations. However, keep an eye on traps

While banking is a big challenge, it will be easier for us: Sanjiv Bajaj

Interview with Managing Director, Bajaj Finserv

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Listing service provider pursues asset-light business model for providing transactions platfom

Some firms sprang happy surprise in Sep quarter

Many of these firms have also seen their earnings estimates and share price outlook upgraded by analysts

Do the homework on real estate funds

Successful investing here involves checking the answers to diverse basic questions, if you want your money in safe and profitable hands

Marginal increase in EMIs

But if the trend continues, your monthly budget would be stressed

Are retail investors making a mistake?

Exit from equities if your investment was goal-linked or if you urgently need cash. Else, stay; rebalance your portfolio by picking attractively valued and some better-performing stocks

Not all Sensex stocks gain in current rally

Just two-thirds of Sensex stocks up as against all 30 in previous two market peaks

Rajan cuts to the chase

In a move from the past, the governor shortens the policy document and ushers in changes at the micro level by incorporating retail inflation

A hawkish tone from RBI not good for bond funds

The expected hike in repo rate does not bode well for long-term bond funds; stay with short-term funds

Early-bird results may flatter to deceive

Revenue & net profit growth exceed expectations but analysts say overall picture will be different

What to look for this earnings season

Keep track of companies that stay ahead of the curve and manage to grow even in a slowdown

Avoid common mistakes when looking at exotic investments

HNIs chasing higher returns usually turn a blind eye to the nuances of products and when and how these can pay off. Here's what you should not do when evaluating new investments

India focused funds see net inflows after 18 months

A strengthening rupee has helped as these funds post net gains the last month

Will the small and mid-cap rally sustain?

The valuation gap between large and small-caps is high and is likely to narrow in the coming months

Tech Mahindra goes for growth by acquisition

After lagging behind peers for years, the company changes tack to achieve ambitious revenue target of $5 billion in two years

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