Quarterly Financial Magazine October 2022
The life we create around can often be in conflict with the values we have within us. For instance, do our actions align with our values when it comes to money? Have you ever defined your values in this regard?
Investing in direct equity? Ask these questions
The simplest definition of shares of a company is “ownership.” Anytime an investor purchases stock in a company, they automatically acquire a stake in that company. As a result, you are referred to as an equity shareholder in the business. Given that you possess the company’s stock (shares), you are qualified to share in its […]
Why is “Time in the Market” better than “Timing the Market”?
A “buy low, sell high” approach is frequently related to timing the market. An investor might decide to sell shares of their equity investments, for instance, to protect a gain or avoid a loss if they thought the stock market was due for a correction. The distinction between investing and speculating can be made by […]
Why are your returns lower than your portfolio’s returns?
An interesting study analysed the quantum difference between investor returns and fund returns over a 20-year investing period. The gap between the fund’s returns versus what an average investor made stood at a stark 5% for equity investments. The same for debt funds was pegged at 0.40%. Notably, the gap is comparatively lower between SIP […]
Control These 4 Biases to Enhance Your Investment Decisions.
Investments can be a significant step towards securing your assets with long-term visions for better returns. Decision-making skills are one of the main requisites for every investor. At every stage, investors need to ensure they make the most appropriate choices that are not based on biases. You can manage factors influencing market conditions through in-depth […]
Money management for Kids – Toddler to Teenager
It’s never too early to start teaching your kids about money, even when they’re tiny. The financial lessons they learn as children will serve as the foundation for the habits they develop as they get older. We’ll demonstrate how to give your children the financial head start they deserve and prepare them to succeed financially […]
Avoid Common Asset Allocation Mistakes for Sound Investing
Every investor typically takes a different approach when it comes to mapping their financial goals based on their investment horizon and risk tolerance. To create the ideal investment portfolio and maximize returns, thorough market research is necessary to comprehend the performance of various assets. Efficient planning and forecasting market direction are essential to ensure you […]
4 pieces of underrated financial advice you must know
A wealth of information is available to you to get you started when it comes to saving and investing. Many will share the nuances of first getting started with creating an emergency fund, investing in insurance, creating SIPs for consistency in investing, and so on. While these general guidelines do exist and form the cornerstone […]
5 money lessons from Lord Ganesha we all need to learn
In the pantheon of Hinduism, Lord Ganesha holds the unique position of being the first lord to be worshipped. Whether it is any occasion or a religious ceremony, Ganesh puja is a must. In India, the 10 days of Ganesh Chaturthi are celebrated with fun, joy, and optimism for the future. Ganesh’s idol is adorned […]
Improving investment decisions with technology
The Indian financial landscape has witnessed significant changes over the last decade with the infusion of technology. Better known as Fintech in the domain, technology has changed much of how we originally carried out our financial transactions. We transitioned from going into the bank during business hours to making cash deposits using ATMs accessible around […]