Side Pocketing: Does this matter to you as a debt fund investor? A ‘side pocket’ option allows a mutual fund house to separate bad assets or risky ones from other liquid investments in a debt portfolio which could get impacted by the credit profile of underlying instruments.
Nifty closes lower but broader markets up, economic concerns remain Fiscal deficit and economic growth are twin concerns facing the economy. Experts have been recommending loosening up fiscal targets and focusing on economic growth. Moreover, there seem to be early signs of the economy recovering.
Investing for your minor child? These regulatory changes may affect you. Investments could, until now, be made from a Guardian bank account. This will stop. A bank account of the minor (either single or joint with Guardian) is required. This is the big change from the practice so far.
Larger companies continue to grow at rates higher than GDP, stay invested despite the news Our analysis suggests that many of the larger companies, leading the Nifty, continue to grow at rates higher than nominal GDP growth and are trading at valuations that are reasonable. Moreover, as and when the economy recovers, growth rates will be stronger than long term expected growth rates as companies start re-stocking their inventories.
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Markets likely discounting economic weakness, maintain positive note Despite the weak economy, the stock markets have been holding up well on the back of the reduced corporate income tax rates leading to higher earnings growth. Moreover, this step is expected to trigger an investment cycle.
Markets continue recovery while government focuses on strengthening growth Much of the recovery in equity markets over the past couple of months is due to the tax cuts for corporates, announced by the Finance Minister, and a series of other administrative measures announced. One can expect more such measures to trigger the economic recovery.
Markets rebound on FM announcement, economy yet to follow Stock markets in India rebounded strong, post the announcement of reduced tax rates for Indian companies. The Nifty was up sharply, making up for the losses over the past few months.
The one reason to stay invested in India – the argument starts and ends here As a long term investor, you need to be very clear about why you are investing in the Indian equity markets. If the logic is clear, one will normally stick with their investment plan and not get perturbed by market conditions.
How does the corporate tax rate change benefit equity investors? In one stroke, the FM reduced the corporate rates from 34.9% to 25.2%. Let’s find out how it benefits shareholders and thus you, as an investor.
Intuition, Fear and Greed – 3 things to conquer to become a good investor The real challenge, after you know what needs to be done, is all about conquering your emotions. If you can understand yourself and conquer these emotions, your chances of being financially secure early in life will be much higher.
Want to retire at 50 ? – Think again When we speak with young earners, there is a common underlying theme. Most of them want to retire latest by the age of 50. Are you also planning on a similar retirement age? Think again.
