The loss that needn't be

Investors who feel that the current fall in equity values is extraordinary should look closely at the past

Keeping your SIPs going

The recent fall in the stock market has affected 32-year-old Prashant's investments. Here's a plan for him

What is an index fund and is it advisable to invest in it?

Dhirendra Kumar sheds light on investing in index funds

Where should I invest Rs 40 lakh for regular income?

Dhirendra Kumar sheds light on investing for regular income

How much can I expect to earn from an equity fund?

The returns that you may get depends on your investment considerations, says Dhirendra Kumar

Where should I invest a lump sum of Rs 10 lakh?

Depending on your experience, take some equity exposure, says Dhirendra Kumar

A long, hard road

In each industry, the strong will come out stronger. Most intelligent investors have realised this by now

Top questions on investors' minds

Here are the answers to a few of the most frequently asked questions Value Research has been receiving

The futility of market timing

Investing at the bottom is surely rewarding but nearly impossible, says Dhirendra Kumar

How not to let the virus infect your financial future

When the future appears bleak, the past provides hope. And the markets have recovered from every past crisis

Should one invest in dynamic bond and liquid funds?

Invest only in high-quality short-duration, liquid and overnight funds, says Dhirendra Kumar

How to build a portfolio

Having a separate portfolio for each financial goal gives you the best chance of fulfilling them. Here's how you can build such portfolios

Choosing the right tax structure

For investors who are still undecided on which tax structure to go with in FY 2020-21, here's some help

A 5-point guide to buying a home

Buying a home is a big step that should not be taken lightly. Use this guide to make a financially sound decision

Should I move out of HDFC ULIP plan and invest in equity?

Dhirendra Kumar advises sticking to term plans for insurance and equity SIPs for long-term investments

How should an investor select a liquid fund?

Check the expense ratios but first analyse the credit quality of the fund, says Dhirendra Kumar

'Those who profit from the market are the ones who hold their nerves'

Anoop Bhaskar Head - Equity, IDFC AMC provides a lowdown on the current crisis and the investment strategy he is following

How can an investor stay protected from any further debt-related eventuality?

Short-duration or liquid funds should dominate your fixed-income allocation as of now, says Dhirendra Kumar

Where should I invest the divorce settlement money?

Dhirendra Kumar suggests an appropriate fund for investing for your child's education

Don't succumb to the charm of New Fund Offers

NFOs may seem like a good investment option, but here is why you should go with an existing fund instead

Low NAV doesn't mean cheaper fund

If net asset value is a factor you consider when choosing a mutual fund, you need to have a closer look at what NAV means

How to choose a mutual fund?

Mutual funds are meant to simplify the tasking of investing, but choosing the right one can itself intimidate many. Here's a primer to help you

Is it advisable to continue with SIPs in these uncertain times?

Any changes in your SIPs should be based on your circumstances rather than the market situation, says Dhirendra Kumar

How debt mutual funds work

A debt mutual fund purchases bonds and passes on the interest earned from them to its investors. Here's a primer

SEBI asks AMCs to list wound-up schemes on stock exchanges

To provide an exit route in wound-up schemes, SEBI mandates AMCs to list them

Cancellation of SIP online

If you remove asset management company as a biller from your bank account, there would be no further investment in your folio

A beginner's guide to mutual funds

Here's everything a first time mutual fund investor needs to know and do

In the current scenario, which type of debt fund is safe to invest in?

Dhirendra Kumar advises sticking to ultra-short-duration and liquid funds for a horizon of 12-18 months

A financial plan for a 60-year-old

Financial planning doesn't stop with retirement. Instead, it becomes all the more important. Here is what a retiree should do to derive a regular income

Why SIPs score over lump sum investments

Here's how SIPs solve the two main problems that usually prevent investors from earning good returns from equity funds