For every high-profile IPO which provides significant gain on its day of listing, there are many newbie shares that disappoint investors as the long-term performance of IPOs is underwhelming
While green bonds may not yield the same returns as that of the traditional bonds, they offer investors a better diversified portfolio and also carry lower risks
A bond ladder investment strategy provides current income while minimising exposure to interest rate changes as the bonds mature at staggered future dates, based on the number of rungs in the ladder
If you are new to investing in equity and risk-averse, then investing in index funds is a good idea as it will provide you an exposure to a broad-based portfolio at a low cost
As the stock markets have bounced back from multi-year lows to all-time highs in less than a year, investors should pick stocks as per their risk appetite
Sortino Ratio is best-suited for conservative or risk-averse investors since it focuses only on the negative deviation of a portfolio’s returns from the mean
There is no ideal time to enter and exit the stock market. So, instead of being swayed by market volatility, focus on what you can control and keep a long-term holding horizon
While selecting stocks, pay attention to companies with strong fundamentals that are trading at low valuations currently due to business mix and Covid-19 led disruptions
Invest in top quality instruments in the debt market such as Government of India bonds, AAA rated blue-chip companies and PSU bonds to preserve your capital.
Beaten down stocks have different risk-reward characteristics compared to trending stocks and have the potential to provide a good rate of return and beat benchmark indices
If your investment goal is to accumulate stable returns with no credit risk, gilt funds are the best. In a volatile market scenario, they are the safest and right choice to earn good returns.
Assessment of risk tolerance is a crucial part of the asset allocation process and helps the investor in constructing optimal portfolios. Take the help of a financial planner to know how much risk you can handle
Technical analysis involves the examination of past market data such as prices and the volume of trading, which leads to an estimate of future price trends and, therefore, an investment decision.
Earnings management: Financially weaker firms indulge in managing their earnings to avoid earnings surprises, losses and meet benchmarks to boost their market value
As stock markets crash due to Covid-19 impact, investors can use put option to generate income and protect their portfolios from a sudden market sell-off
If you are still working and saving for the future, a downturn should not be a reason to panic. Rather, rebalance your portfolio, boost your savings and invest according to current market conditions
Cut in dividend payouts will reduce your income and also your portfolio value. To avoid this, do not invest more than 15% of your portfolio in a single sector.
The rights issue offers an opportunity for existing shareholders to reap the benefits from RIL’s new and emerging businesses such as digital, telecom and retail business.
Low oil prices will have a positive impact on glass manufacturing, transport, industrial power, plastics, lubricants, petrochemical, , FMCG, paint, rubber & tyre manufacturing companies
Make sure that you have the contact information of your reporting manger and HR department in a diary or phone or a place where your spouse can access the same easily.