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Asset Management Companies (AMC) in India
If you are looking forward to beginning your journey in mutual funds and are not familiar with the term AMC or Asset Management Company, you have come across the right place! What is AMC? AMC stands for Asset Management Company. AMCs are financial institutions that manage and invest funds on their client’s behalf through pooled […]
Decoding Hedge Funds In India – Types, Advantages And Distinctions
Hedge Funds are attractive, yet often misunderstood financial products. In our today’s blog, we will learn about these funds and understand what place they hold in the investment landscape. What are Hedge Funds? Hedge funds are investment funds that pool capital from high-net-worth individuals (HNIs) and institutional investors. These funds are managed by professional fund […]
Best Alternatives To Fixed Deposits
Tired of investing in FDs, and looking for another option to invest? FDs are the most preferred choice for risk-averse investors in India. They are convenient, simple to understand, and safe….wait, are they really safe? It may or may not. After the recent fiasco of Yes Bank and PMC Bank, it can be understood that […]
Risk Management In Trading: Meaning, Uses, and Strategies
First, we need to understand what is risk and the factors that create risk in the stock market before we learn about risk management. In mathematical terms, risk is measured by standard deviation. It is a standardised measure of variation from the mean whether upside or downside. However, traders are more concerned about downside deviation. […]
What Is An IPO Mutual Fund? Should You Invest?
Recently, there have been a lot of new IPOs in Indian markets that have given stellar listing gains to investors. However, the better the potential IPO, the lesser the chances of getting an allotment for Retail Investors. Don’t worry; we will be discussing how you can invest in an Initial Public Offering (IPOs) via the […]
What Is Nifty 50? How To Invest In It?
You must have heard these statements: “Nifty hits a new high, Nifty crashes 500 points”… You must be wondering: What exactly is Nifty 50? What is it, what happens if it rises or falls, and how do I invest in it? We will unwind all these questions in this blog. The Nifty 50 is an […]
SIP in Stocks vs SIP in Mutual funds?
Which can be a better choice? To choose between SIP in stocks and SIP in mutual funds, first we need to understand the fundamentals of mutual funds, stocks, and SIP. Check out this blog to get answers to all your questions. What is a Mutual Fund? It’s a pooled investment fund overseen by a professional […]
Value Investing Vs Intraday Trading: Which Is More Profitable?
Value investing and Intraday trading are two different aspects of the stock market. Both of them carry their own set of characteristics and challenges. In today’s blog, we bring you an in-depth analysis of these concepts. If you are the one who is always confused about which is better for you, explore our blog to […]
Mutual Fund vs ETF. Are They Same Or Different?
Mutual Funds and Exchange Trade Funds (ETFs) are both pooled investments that take money from multiple investors and then invest in several instruments: Equity, Bonds, Commodities, etc. However, there are a few differences between them. Let’s find out those differences! What are Mutual Funds? Mutual funds collect money from numerous investors to invest in a […]
What should you do if your stock portfolio is stuck in losses?
You must be tired of seeing those red figures whenever you open your portfolio. We understand that if your portfolio is stuck in losses, it can be a challenging situation. You need to go through the stocks and re-evaluate the strategies. It is necessary to analyse your portfolio with a level-headed mindset and consider different […]
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