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This small cap is growing 20% a year. Market hasn't noticed

Sun, 29 Mar 2026 11:00:00 +0530

Sandhar Technologies is shifting to high-value auto components, boosting growth and margins. Is this small-cap stock undervalued at 16x earnings? We find out

Think ELSS is over? You might be mistaken

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 09:00:00 +0530

With the new tax regime reducing ELSS appeal, many investors are moving away. But beyond tax benefits, ELSS funds offer discipline, flexibility and strong long-term returns.

Should you have a value fund in your portfolio?

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 20:24:28 +0530

Do value funds really add value to your portfolio? Find out when they make sense, why they can lag for years and how much allocation is enough...

War, oil, volatile market. Here's what you should not do now

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0530

By the time you feel the urge to sell, markets have already priced the crisis in. One investor's conversation during the ongoing conflict shows why your plan matters more than the news.

At financial summits, every speaker is selling something

Sat, 04 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0530

At financial summits, every speaker has incentives. Learn how to decode advice, spot hidden pitches, and protect your investment decisions from influence..

Housing finance stocks are turning a corner. Time to look?

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 15:06:47 +0530

Housing finance stocks have corrected sharply, with valuations falling from 6–7x to 2–3x book. As margins improve and asset quality stabilises, is the sector poised for a recovery?

March has more crises than days

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 11:03:39 +0530

When Sensex falls 2,500 points on Thursday morning, you are watching leveraged traders panic, not a verdict on your investments. Here is why their emergency need not become yours.

Silver can make you rich. It can also halve your money fast

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0530

Silver’s sharp fall after a strong rally highlights its extreme volatility. Understand why silver prices swing wildly and how investors should approach this risky asset.

Crashes are the best classroom

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0530

Market crashes reveal your true investing temperament. Learn why downturns are inevitable, educational, and essential for long-term wealth creation success.

Your fund's rating slipped to 1 star. Time to exit?

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 18:27:28 +0530

A fall in mutual fund star ratings can feel alarming, but it isn’t always a sell signal. Learn how Value Research Fund Ratings work and when you should actually consider exiting.

Your gold ETF may no longer be just gold. Here's why

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 20:45:24 +0530

SEBI now allows gold ETFs to use futures contracts. Here’s how it changes your investment, the risks involved and what investors should watch out for.

How to get fixed income right for your retirement?

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 18:50:36 +0530

Not sure whether to pick debt, arbitrage or hybrid funds for retirement? Learn why short-duration debt funds offer the right mix of stability and returns.

The Iran War can wait. Your SIPs cannot.

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0530

Worried about investing during geopolitical tensions like the Iran war? Here’s why delaying your SIP could hurt long-term wealth creation more than market volatility.

The market fell. You felt it. Now what?

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 14:10:18 +0530

Market corrections feel dramatic because of how they are presented, not because of what they are. Here is how to think clearly and act wisely when prices fall sharply.

India's power sector is booming. Who's paying for it?

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0530

India’s power expansion needs massive funding. Learn how companies like PFC, REC and IREDA are financing the sector and the risks investors should track.

These 5 multi-cap funds turned ₹10K SIP into ₹25L+ in 10 yrs

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 09:00:00 +0530

These five multi-cap mutual funds turned a Rs 10,000 monthly SIP into Rs 25 lakh or more in just 10 years. See the top performers and their returns.

The oldest disruption in the book

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0530

Oil shocks feel permanent when they happen. History shows they rarely are. Why long-term investors should ignore panic and stay disciplined.......

'25 funds in my portfolio. Where do I even begin?'

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 15:49:39 +0530

Holding over 20 mutual funds can add complexity without improving returns. Learn a step-by-step approach to declutter, remove laggards and align investments with your goals.

The market is bleeding. Here's why I am not pausing my SIPs

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 17:42:23 +0530

Markets may fall during crises, but pausing your SIP can hurt long-term wealth creation. Here is why continuing SIPs during downturns may work in your favour.

A war in the Middle East, a crisis in your wallet

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 09:00:00 +0530

The US-Iran conflict has pushed crude oil above $100 a barrel, raising risks for inflation, the rupee and India’s economy. Here is what it means for investors and households.