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The grid comes alive

Mon, 01 Jun 2026

Broken DISCOMs, a 68 per cent demand surge and a renewable boom converged to end a 14-year freeze in India's power sector. Here is what changed..

A boom too hard to pick

Mon, 01 Jun 2026

Picking defence stocks is harder than it looks, as orders slip and valuations are stretched. A Nifty Defence index fund spreads the risk while keeping the structural bet intact.

You picked an index fund. Did you pick the right one?

Sun, 31 May 2026 16:33:45 +0530

Devender Goswami on tracking difference, tracking error, AUM and what actually separates one index fund from another. Includes ETF vs index fund and a five-point checklist.

Have three index funds? Look closer

Wed, 20 May 2026

The Nifty 200 and Nifty Total Market overlap by 83 per cent. Adding more index funds gives you the same large-cap exposure, not broader diversification. Here is what does.

Gold ETFs: Should they be part of your passive portfolio?

Sat, 09 May 2026 11:15:00 +0530

Gold ETFs can reduce volatility and hedge risks without the hassles of holding physical gold. Here’s how they fit into a well-rounded passive portfolio easily.

Priced for perfection

Fri, 01 May 2026

The BSE Capital Goods index has surged on strong earnings and government capex. But with valuations stretched, is the sector now priced for perfection?

The passive investing choice is not so passive

Fri, 01 May 2026

Passive investing may seem effortless, but your choice of index shapes returns and risk. Here’s how Nifty 50, Nifty 100 and Nifty 500 differ and what investors must consider.

The passive hybrid test

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 12:58:00 +0530

A hybrid index combining large and mid-cap equity with long-term G-Secs beat the Nifty 100 in over 90 per cent of five-year windows. Here is how it works and who it suits.

The hidden flaw in passive portfolios

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 11:15:00 +0530

Passive investing isn't risk-free. Overlapping index funds, poor diversification, and behavioral mistakes can quietly erode long-term returns over the years.

The premium that never leaves you alone

Sun, 05 Apr 2026 11:00:00 +0530

Buying overseas ETFs at a premium can erode long-term returns. Learn how premiums impact gains and why global diversification may attract a cost over time.

Is passive investing getting too big?

Sat, 04 Apr 2026 11:15:00 +0530

As index funds grow, can markets still price stocks efficiently? Find out what global data and investor behaviour say about passive vs active fund debate..

The risk of the manager

Wed, 01 Apr 2026

Active mutual funds depend on fund managers, and that creates an often overlooked risk. Here’s how manager changes can impact returns and why passive funds avoid it.

The index that shone

Wed, 01 Apr 2026

While broader markets struggled, PSU stocks delivered strong returns. Here’s what’s driving their rally and whether the PSU Index’s momentum can continue.

Can factor investing really beat the market?

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 11:15:00 +0530

Can factor investing beat the market? Experts decode alpha, cycles, risks, and why passive strategies need timing, patience, and smart allocation today…!

Index funds for beginners: A step-by-step guide

Mon, 10 Mar 2025 13:19:07 +0530

A beginner’s guide to index funds – learn how they work, how to invest, and why they’re the easiest way to grow wealth with low costs and minimal effort.

Why large-cap index funds work as your core

Sat, 21 Mar 2026 11:15:00 +0530

We explain why large-cap index funds suit core mutual fund portfolios, covering index design, costs, market efficiency, and limits of active fund returns..

The index isn't the market

Fri, 20 Mar 2026

The index may be down 15 per cent but your stocks are down 40. Here is why market-cap weighting shields the headline number and what it means for mid and small-cap investors.

Why stop at Nifty 50?

Sun, 01 Mar 2026

Nifty Next 50 has historically beaten the Nifty 50 over five-year periods but with higher volatility. Here’s how the two large-cap indices compare over time.

The ETF blind spot

Sun, 01 Mar 2026

Buying exchange-traded funds at a premium to NAV can quietly erode returns. Learn how price-NAV gaps arise and how to avoid overpaying, especially in global ETFs.

A crack in the silver lining

Fri, 20 Feb 2026

Silver ETFs can trade above NAV in a frenzy. When the premium collapses, it eats your gains. Learn to check premium/discount on exchanges before you buy or sell.