Sip
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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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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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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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Is turning SIP into a market-timing strategy the right thing for investors? Find out here
Personal Finance | Aug 18, 2026, 05:08 PM ISTA 5-10 per cent annual increase in SIP can be a useful planning approach for investors whose income is increasing at a similar or higher rate. However, no universal percentage applies to everyone.
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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.
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From Rs 10,000 SIP to wealth creation, here's how the top 5 mutual funds performed over 5 years
Personal Finance | Jul 15, 2026, 02:45 PM ISTSystematic Investment Plans (SIPs) have emerged as one of the most effective wealth-creation tools, enabling investors to remain invested through market cycles rather than attempting to time short-term market movements.
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SIP vs Lump Sum: What works better in today’s volatile markets? Experts explain
Personal Finance | Jul 08, 2026, 05:15 PM ISTVolatile markets test discipline; lump sum investors often freeze or panic-sell during drawdowns, while SIPs enforce consistent participation regardless of sentiment, removing emotion from the entry decision.
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How long does Rs 10k monthly SIP take to make you crorepati and what it teaches about compounding
Personal Finance | Jul 07, 2026, 05:08 PM ISTThe practical takeaway for any investor is not to be discouraged by how far away the first crore looks in year one. That distance is the price of admission.
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Rs 10 lakh lump sum Vs Rs 10,000 SIP for 20 years - Which mutual fund investment is better?
Personal Finance | Jul 03, 2026, 05:29 PM ISTTo choose between the two, investors can consider factors such as risk appetite, market conditions, investment horizon, and the amount of money available for investment.
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RBI changes auto-debit rules: Here's what it means for your monthly bills, SIPs
Personal Finance | Apr 22, 2026, 03:30 PM ISTUnder the new rules, users will have the right to change or completely disable their e-mandate at any time. This will give them complete control over their funds and prevent unwanted payments.
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Should one stop SIP or continue during the market volatility? Find out here
Personal Finance | Apr 16, 2026, 05:21 PM ISTWhile the instinct during a market crash is to hit the "pause" button, data suggests that every dip gives investors the opportunity to create wealth in the long term.
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Planning to invest Rs 5,000 in mutual funds? Can multiple SIPs give you extra return, find out here
Personal Finance | Mar 26, 2026, 12:00 PM ISTThe process of dividing your Rs 5,000 into five equal parts of Rs 1,000 for SIPs does not help you distribute your investment risk.
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How to turn Rs 10,000 monthly investment into Rs 1 crore without trading daily, expert explains
Personal Finance | Nov 27, 2025, 04:47 PM ISTSIP in a Nifty 50 index fund means investing in the top 50 companies in India, which provides proper diversification without the need for too many funds in the portfolio.
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SIP: Avoid these 5 mistakes to maximise your investment returns - Details here
Personal Finance | Aug 05, 2025, 05:19 PM ISTSIP investors often get impatient, expecting quick gains. The real magic unfolds over time, as compounding transforms small, regular investments into substantial long-term wealth.
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This mutual fund turned Rs 20,000 monthly SIP into Rs 1 crore in just over 12 years: Details
Personal Finance | Jun 17, 2025, 05:52 PM ISTAn SIP of Rs 20,000 every month in this fund from January 2013 would’ve led to an investment of Rs 30 lakh, the current value of which would be over Rs 1 crore in just over 12 years.
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SIP or Lump sum: Which investment option works best in volatile market?
Business | May 26, 2025, 10:47 AM ISTShould you invest a lump sum amount at once, or should you opt for a Systematic Investment Plan (SIP)? Let's find out which is best for volatile market.
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SIP vs Mutual Funds: Which one is better for you? All you need to know
Personal Finance | May 13, 2025, 02:39 PM ISTA mutual fund is an investment vehicle that allows individuals to participate in various financial markets such as equities (stock market), debt (bond market), commodities, real estate, and even InVITs (Infrastructure Investment Trusts).
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What should first-time investors know before starting SIP in a volatile market?
Personal Finance | Apr 22, 2025, 03:28 PM ISTExperts believe that there is no such thing as a ‘right’ or ‘wrong’ time to start a SIP, because the success of a SIP isn’t dictated by market conditions. It’s driven by behaviour, consistency, and clarity of purpose.
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3 ways mutual fund investors can tackle market turbulence - Full detail
Personal Finance | Apr 10, 2025, 12:38 PM ISTRelying on a single asset class increases risk. A mix of equity, debt, and other investment types helps absorb market shocks.
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SIP vs Recurring Deposit: Which investment plan is more effective for wealth creation?
Personal Finance | Mar 03, 2025, 02:37 PM ISTSIP vs Recurring Deposit: According to experts, taxation plays a crucial role in deciding the net returns of an investment.