Getting Started

Grown-up info for your kids

You can (and should) make sure that you have enough to give your kids a good start in life. But that will be just a start..

What are your savings for?

Disorganised savings are not as bad as not having savings, but very nearly as bad

Understanding the PEG ratio

The PEG ratio assesses companies having different growth rates and gives a better picture of which company is more expensive

Why company size matters for your portfolio

Your portfolio may tilt too much towards riskier small companies or relatively safe large companies. But balance is the key

Understanding enterprise value

Commonly used during mergers and acquisitions, enterprise value gives a complete picture of the true ownership cost of a company. However, it has its own limitations.

Understanding discounted cash flow (DCF)

DCF, which is an indispensable tool to evaluate debt instruments, is also useful in the equity world. Here is what it means.

Stocks vs other investments

Here's how stocks compare with other investments avenues including debt instruments, gold and real estate

Understanding the P/E ratio

The P/E ratio is the most common valuation tool. But it's not flawless. Here is all you must know about it.

The newbie

New mutual fund investors were taken aback by the crash in March, which turned their SIP returns negative. Here is how they can stay the course

The 'decompound' interest

Inflation eats into the buying power of your money, thus in effect 'decompounding' it. Understand how it works

Understanding the P/B ratio

The P/B ratio is a classic tool to assess valuations, especially when the P/E ratio is not useful. Here is all that you need to know about it

What the expense ratio of a fund tells you

To manage your money, a mutual fund charges you a fee. But how much can they charge you and how much is acceptable?

The panic-stricken

New investors who had taken a plunge directly into equity had a bad experience in March. A change in their asset allocation can get them going again

Your first mutual fund is very important

The first fund you buy plays a major role in making or breaking your belief in stock investing

Exit load in mutual funds

Exit loads are imposed to discourage premature withdrawals. Here's everything you need to know about them

Understanding financial statements and ratios

A company's financial statements are a window into its financial health. No wonder studying them is an integral part of fundamental analysis