
Cumulative Vs Non Cumulative FD
Fixed deposit is one of the most sought after, traditional, and popular investment instruments in India. They offer guaranteed returns in the form of interest. Depending on the interest payout, the fixed deposits are categorised as cumulative and non-cumulative fixed...

Certificate of Deposit vs Fixed Deposit
What is a Certificate of Deposit? A Certificate of Deposit (CD) is a financial asset issued by banks and financial institutions. They provide set interest rates on the amount invested, which is often higher than FD rates. What are Bank...

Bond Duration – Risk, Maturity and Interest Duration
What is the effective duration of a bond? Effective duration is the sensitivity of the price of a bond against the benchmark yield curve. One can assess the risk of a bond by estimating the percentage change in the price...

Corporate Bonds – Meaning, Type, Risk & Benefits of Investment
Investors who are looking for investment options that offer fixed returns in exchange for their capital opt for Investment Bonds. They may choose from Corporate Bonds, Central Government Bonds, State Government Bonds, and Public Sector Bonds. These investment instruments offer...

Investment Strategy for Low Risk Appetite Investors
Every investor has a different style of investing. What might be the best portfolio for one, may not necessarily be the best for the other. This is mainly because each investor’s profile is unique. The main determinants of an investor...
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Growth Rate
What is the growth rate of India in 2023? According to India's National Statistical Office, India's GDP growth rate accelerated to 7.8% year-on-year in the April-June quarter of 2023, up from 6.1% year-on-year in the January-March quarter of 2023. What...

Income Tax on Mutual Funds in India
Taxation on mutual funds is a complex topic. Taxes paid on your mutual fund investments vastly depend on factors such as what kind of funds you have invested in, the duration of your investment, which income tax slab you belong to and so on.

Best Time to Invest in Mutual Funds
Is it a good time to invest in mutual funds? This is one of the most commonly asked questions. The best time to invest in mutual funds was 10 years ago, 1 year ago, or even 1 day ago. Confused?...