Investors need to brace for higher volatility, lower returns in 2020: UBS
Here are the brokerage's five key predictions for next year and the next decade
by Business Standard Dec 10, 2019
50% equity mutual funds underperform their benchmark in 2019
​Though 2019 numbers show some improvement over 2018, the average returns from all the mutual fund categories can still frustrate most mutual fund investors
by Economic Times Dec 10, 2019
NSE launches interest rate options on 10-year G-Secs
Participation was observed from more than 50 members, the exchange said in a release.
by Economic Times Dec 10, 2019
Better to avoid beaten down midcaps now: Sandip Sabharwal
There are a lot of beaten down midcaps but in the near term, if the overall market view is slightly cautious, one would avoid it at this stage. This week there is going to be so much news flow on trade, the UK elections and the US Fed meeting.
by Economic Times Dec 10, 2019
Does your spouse lie to you about money? Here's how to deal with financial infidelity
Financial infidelity is more common than we think. There are some harmless forms, where the couple simply hides a spend to avoid an argument. Then there are serious forms where the family’s long-term financial goals are put to risk.
by Economic Times Dec 9, 2019
Telecom stocks are buzzing again. Should you invest?
The revised tariff plans are structured to limit down-trading—a common practice where customers move out of a higher tariff plan to a lower tariff one. Both Voda-Idea and Airtel have discontinued their existing 1GB/day plans.
by Economic Times Dec 9, 2019
Small-caps score over mid-caps now. Mutual fund SIPs can help you enter this space
Mid- & small-caps have corrected sharply. The risk in betting on smaller companies is more pronounced, particularly in the midst of a stifling economic slowdown. Investors can enter the small-cap space by taking the SIP route to mutual funds.
by Economic Times Dec 9, 2019
How equity investors should play the falling GDP scenario
Along with economic slowdowm, fall in nominal GDP growth rate is another worry. This is very important for stock market investors because the aggregate corporate growth usually mirrors nominal GDP growth rate, which equals real GDP plus inflation.
by Economic Times Dec 9, 2019
2020 travel goals: 5 budget-friendly backpacking trails
It is holiday time of the year again and many would be gearing up for getaways. Among the very new-age types of travelling, backpacking has become a hit. For your 2020 travel goals, follow these backpacking trails across India even as you save money.
by Economic Times Dec 9, 2019