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Systematic Investment Plans (SIPs) have long been favoured for wealth creation, but some investors argue they become riskier when market valuations are stretched. The concern arises from investing a fixed sum regularly, even when stock prices are high, potentially leading to suboptimal returns. Does this mean pausing or restarting SIPs at different market cycles is …

Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) have gained significant popularity among Indian investors, with assets under management (AUM) surpassing ₹5 lakh crore as of 2024. The growing adoption of ETFs is driven by their liquidity, transparency, and lower expense ratios compared to actively managed mutual funds. While most ETFs traditionally track the Nifty 50 or Sensex, providing exposure …

Aditya Birla Sun Life Mutual Fund has declared income distribution under the IDCW (Income Distribution cum Capital Withdrawal) option for 3 of its schemes. The record date for the payout is February 25, 2025. Investors holding units in these schemes as of this date will be eligible for the announced distribution. Payout Details Across Schemes …

A New Fund Offer (NFO) is the initial subscription period for a newly launched mutual fund, allowing investors to buy units at the base price before they get listed. Several NFOs are set to launch starting February 17, 2025, offering fresh investment opportunities across equity, debt, and hybrid categories. However, like any investment, NFOs come …

Gold prices have been rising, leading to higher participation in Gold Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs). According to the Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI), Gold ETFs saw an inflow of ₹3,751.4 crore in January 2025, a 486% jump from the previous month. This indicates a significant increase in investments in gold-backed assets. With this, let’s …

The Nifty Total Market Index provides a broad overview of India’s stock market by tracking 750 companies across large-cap, mid-cap, small-cap, and micro-cap segments. This index, which includes all stocks from the Nifty 500 and Nifty Microcap 250, offers exposure to various industries that drive India’s economic growth. Key sectors such as financial services, information …

Gold ETFs posted up to 40% returns in the past year, led by UTI Gold ETF at 39.75%. Inflows surged 486%, and AUM jumped 87% YoY, as investors turned to gold amid inflation and market volatility. Gold ETFs See Strong One-Year Returns Gold Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) have recorded notable returns over the past year, with some reaching …

HDFC Mutual Fund has declared dividends for two of its equity-focused funds. Investors in the HDFC Focused 30 Fund will receive a dividend of ₹2.25 per unit, while those holding the HDFC Capital Builder Value Fund will get ₹2.75 per unit. This applies to both regular and direct dividend options.  The record date for eligibility …

DSP Mutual Fund has launched the DSP Nifty Private Bank Index Fund, an open-ended equity scheme that tracks the Nifty Private Bank Index. The fund aims to generate returns in line with the index, subject to tracking errors. The New Fund Offer (NFO) opens on February 14, 2025, and closes on February 28, 2025. Fund …

HDFC Mutual Fund has submitted a draft Scheme Information Document (SID) to the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) for its new offering, the HDFC Innovation Fund. It is an open-ended equity-oriented scheme that will invest in companies focusing on innovation across industries.  The fund follows a thematic approach, targeting businesses that implement new …