Investment
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Hidden cost of investing: Are investors losing returns without realising it? Find out here
Business | Nov 05, 2026, 05:07 PM ISTConsider the growing popularity of index funds, often promoted as an inexpensive alternative to actively managed investments. An index fund simply replicates an underlying benchmark.
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Jewellery vs coins vs digital gold: What should you buy this Dhanteras? Expert explains
Personal Finance | Oct 29, 2026, 03:48 PM ISTBuying gold is only half the story. Selling it back often gets you less than you’d expect. With jewellery, you usually don’t get the making charge or tax back, and the jeweller may cut the price further.
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Hidden risks of concentrated portfolio: How much exposure to one stock is too much? Find out
Business | Oct 28, 2026, 05:02 PM ISTInclude direct shares, mutual funds, ETFs and managed portfolios. An 8 per cent direct holding plus a 20 per cent fund allocation that holds 5 per cent in the same stock adds up to 9 per cent.
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Rs 1 crore in mutual funds? How much can you withdraw every month without running out of money?
Business | Oct 21, 2026, 11:59 AM ISTWith a Systematic Withdrawal Plan (SWP), you can withdraw a fixed amount every month. For instance, Rs 40,000 works out to Rs 4.8 lakh annually, or 4.8 per cent of the original portfolio. At Rs 50,000 a month, annual withdrawals rise to 6 per cent.
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Trade, investment, defence: What's on agenda as Marco Rubio to kick-start three-day visit to India
India | Oct 20, 2026, 07:35 AM ISTThis would be Rubio's second India visit this year which comes amid persistent friction in bilateral ties. During his earlier trip in May, he held talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar besides attending a Quad foreign ministers' meeting.
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50-30-20 rule was never built for Indian salaries; expert explains what should replace it
Personal Finance | Oct 08, 2026, 02:35 PM ISTPeople in the lower-income bracket should focus on building an emergency corpus first before thinking about long-term investing. As income grows, more of it can go towards the investment corpus.
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Move beyond SIPs: Expert explains how to diversify into fixed income and gold
Personal Finance | Oct 06, 2026, 10:40 AM ISTSIPs are usually equity-focused, which is great for long-term growth but volatile in the short term. A balanced investor spreads money across equity, debt, and gold - and the right mix depends on age and risk appetite.
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Kotak launches Nifty 500 Index Fund, lets you invest in top 500 companies, check subscription dates
Personal Finance | Oct 06, 2026, 08:18 AM ISTThe index covers approximately 87 per cent of India's listed market capitalisation and includes companies from all three segments, i.e. largecap, midcap, and smallcap.
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Midcap SIPs overtakes largecap SIPs: What does Rs 10,000 a month investment look like across two?
Personal Finance | Sep 29, 2026, 04:27 PM ISTA SIP helps an investor average the purchase price across different market levels, but it does not remove market risk or valuation risk. Both can fit in an investor's portfolio.
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As India's commercial real estate enters new growth cycle, here's what will drive demand
Business | Sep 24, 2026, 03:41 PM ISTRetail leasing reached 3.9 million sq ft in H1 2026, up 20 per cent year-on-year, according to CBRE. Delhi-NCR led the major markets, while fashion and apparel accounted for around 40 per cent of leasing.
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Mutual funds vs direct stocks: Expert explains which one is actually for you, check details
Personal Finance | Sep 23, 2026, 05:07 PM ISTMutual funds charge a fee for managing the money. Direct stocks don't, but then the responsibility shifts to doing the work: watching the market and staying on top of things. Here's why that fee matters more than people think.
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SIP or Lumpsum? Finding Investment Approach That Fits Your Life
Brand Content | Sep 09, 2026, 03:54 PM ISTCompare SIP and lumpsum investments to understand their key differences, benefits, risks, and suitability for different financial goals and market conditions.
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Want to achieve financial independence by 50? Here's the math, mindset, and realistic plan
Personal Finance | Sep 07, 2026, 04:59 PM ISTA retirement corpus doesn't just sit idle once you stop working. It stays invested and keeps earning returns, even as you withdraw money every month.
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Rs 1 lakh to Rs 1 crore: How long does wealth creation really take? Know what really matters
Personal Finance | Aug 17, 2026, 04:38 PM ISTShort-term market fluctuations can create uncertainty, but long-term wealth creation is generally driven by consistency rather than frequent changes in investment decisions.
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Your First Rs 1 Lakh: How to Open Fixed Deposit Accounts and Compare Best FD Interest Rates in India
Brand Content | Aug 11, 2026, 02:31 PM ISTBefore investing, it is equally important to compare the best FD interest rates in India, understand how tenure impacts returns, and estimate your maturity amount.
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ULIP vs SIP: Which Is Better for Wealth Creation and Family Protection?
Brand Content | Aug 08, 2026, 07:10 PM ISTIf your priority is balancing investment growth with insurance coverage, understanding how these products work can help you make the right decision. This guide compares ULIPs and SIPs from the perspective of financial protection, returns, flexibility, and long-term value.
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Should you invest more or repay your loan first? Here's how to make the right choice
Personal Finance | Jul 28, 2026, 04:45 PM ISTLoan rates and investment returns aren't always measured in the same way, making a post-tax comparison more meaningful than relying on headline numbers alone.
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How Unit Linked Plans are Reshaping Investment Decisions in 2026
Brand Content | Jul 28, 2026, 01:02 PM ISTMany Unit Linked Plans allow policyholders to switch between available funds during the policy term, subject to the plan's terms and conditions.
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Is real estate still one of India's strongest long-term investment bets? Here's what experts say
Business | Jul 27, 2026, 03:38 PM ISTPolicy reforms such as RERA and the rise of institutional capital have improved transparency and confidence in the real estate sector.
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Is 'buy the dip' losing its charm? How investors are responding to persistent global uncertainty
Personal Finance | Jul 16, 2026, 03:45 PM ISTAsset allocation and diversification across asset classes, such as equity, debt, gold, and international assets, are gaining significant traction.