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Sanjay Kumar

Sanjay Kumar

Sanjay Kumar

The writer is professor and co-director of Lokniti, a research programme at the Centre for the Study of Developing Societies

The writer is professor and co-director of Lokniti, a research programme at the Centre for the Study of Developing Societies

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Park funds into debt schemes as yields have turned attractive: Experts

Tactical bets on longer-duration funds not advisable in the current scenario as rate cuts are not on the horizon

Park funds into debt schemes as yields have turned attractive: Experts
Updated On : 18 Nov 2022 | 10:33 PM IST

Base effect contributing to small-cap funds' 30% return over three years

Limit exposure to this volatile category to 10-15% of equity portfolio, enter with 7-10-year horizon

Base effect contributing to small-cap funds' 30% return over three years
Updated On : 17 Nov 2022 | 12:00 AM IST

How diabetes-specific insurance plans offer coverage and benefits

Policies assist those already suffering from the disease and most cost only around 20% more

How diabetes-specific insurance plans offer coverage and benefits
Updated On : 13 Nov 2022 | 8:15 PM IST

Select segments within PSU theme could outperform amid economic uptick

Public-sector banks, defence stocks could do well; PSUs exposed to commodities are at risk

Select segments within PSU theme could outperform amid economic uptick
Updated On : 07 Nov 2022 | 11:56 PM IST

Common ITR form will make tax-filing easier, reduce time taken, say experts

Its success, however, will hinge on the quality of online utilities launched along with it

Common ITR form will make tax-filing easier, reduce time taken, say experts
Updated On : 02 Nov 2022 | 3:21 PM IST

Reduce the behaviour gap with a higher exposure to diversified funds

Avoid trying to time entry and exit from funds; hold for at least one complete cycle

Reduce the behaviour gap with a higher exposure to diversified funds
Updated On : 27 Oct 2022 | 10:30 PM IST

Beautiful minds of the investment world

David M Rubenstein's compilation of interviews with star money managers is a joy to read

Beautiful minds of the investment world
Updated On : 26 Oct 2022 | 12:39 AM IST

What to check when buying an under-construction property?

Property prices are northbound again. But, under-construction properties are a better option when compared to ready-to-move homes which are costlier. Here's a for buying under-construction properties

What to check when buying an under-construction property?
Updated On : 24 Oct 2022 | 7:00 AM IST

What NRIs on short visits to India must consider before buying property

They should hire a property consultancy or a lawyer to do due diligence on their behalf

What NRIs on short visits to India must consider before buying property
Updated On : 23 Oct 2022 | 9:06 PM IST

Maximise gain from market fall with value-averaging plan: Experts

The plain-vanilla SIP, however, is simple and doesn't require a lump sum

Maximise gain from market fall with value-averaging plan: Experts
Updated On : 17 Oct 2022 | 10:15 PM IST

Why this is not the time to take on very long-term fixed deposit investment

For periods longer than 3 years, it is a good idea to explore debt mutual funds that offer indexation benefits and lower the tax outgo

Why this is not the time to take on very long-term fixed deposit investment
Updated On : 16 Oct 2022 | 8:02 PM IST

Select lender that will offer amount needed to buy chosen property

While you should evaluate festive offers, criteria like ease of prepayment are also crucial

Select lender that will offer amount needed to buy chosen property
Updated On : 14 Oct 2022 | 10:00 PM IST

How to select an equity fund?

With numerous equity funds being offered by scores of asset management companies, how do you choose the equity fund that suits you? What should you keep in mind? This report answers the questions

How to select an equity fund?
Updated On : 13 Oct 2022 | 9:26 AM IST

Don't let exposure to mid and small-cap funds exceed 30%: Experts

They will outperform if GDP, earnings growth sustain, but global risks pose threat

Don't let exposure to mid and small-cap funds exceed 30%: Experts
Updated On : 12 Oct 2022 | 10:05 AM IST

Already 50 and don't have a retirement corpus? Build equity-heavy portfolio

Saving and investing more aggressively, extending work life are other strategies you may adopt

Already 50 and don't have a retirement corpus? Build equity-heavy portfolio
Updated On : 09 Oct 2022 | 9:26 PM IST

PPF and Sukanya Samriddhi are most attractive in small-savings basket

Senior Citizens' Savings Scheme remains a must-have for those who need regular cash flows after retirement

PPF and Sukanya Samriddhi are most attractive in small-savings basket
Updated On : 05 Oct 2022 | 11:14 PM IST

Invest in US funds, gold to fulfil child education goal amid rupee plunge

Travellers may switch to destinations against whose currencies the rupee has gained

Invest in US funds, gold to fulfil child education goal amid rupee plunge
Updated On : 03 Oct 2022 | 10:27 PM IST

Prepay home loan to tackle 190-bps rise in repo rate since May: Experts

If you don't have a surplus, opt for higher EMI rather than longer tenor

Prepay home loan to tackle 190-bps rise in repo rate since May: Experts
Updated On : 30 Sep 2022 | 11:50 PM IST

Buy an adequate OPD cover to take care of mental health treatment

Most of these ailments are treated on outpatient basis, so just a hospitalisation cover won't suffice

Buy an adequate OPD cover to take care of mental health treatment
Updated On : 28 Sep 2022 | 9:55 PM IST

What borrowers should know about their rights against loan recovery agents

People who fail to repay their loans are not criminals and they can't be harassed

What borrowers should know about their rights against loan recovery agents
Updated On : 25 Sep 2022 | 9:15 PM IST