List of Mutual Funds Articles

Many of us think that fixed maturity plans (FMPs) and bank fixed deposits are almost the same. The basic similarity between FMPs and bank FDs is that both of these products are close ended and have a definite maturity date. The below article provides an in-depth analysis of what FMPs are.

Registrar and Transfer Agents (RTA) manage shareholder records and facilitate share transfers. Explore their essential functions and role with India Infoline.

A sinking fund is a fund created specifically to save or set aside money to pay off a debt or a bond. A company may face an immense outlay when the time comes to pay off debts and bonds issued in the past.

One way to check the growth of mutual fund investments is by the AUM growth. A much better way to check retail participation is via folios.

However, the truth is far from real. While it is true that Mutual Funds are not completely foolproof, it doesn’t mean it is a means of loss. There are specific reasons why people lose money in Mutual Funds.

One of the biggest advantages of investing in mutual funds is the fact that there are schemes to suit every type of investor. Regardless of your investment horizon or the capital available at your hands, there are different types of mutual fund schemes to match your investment goals. Another great benefit of mutual funds schemes is that they help you save taxes. Popularly known as […]

When selecting equities for a fund, the weighted market capitalization approach is sometimes criticized for having an unwarranted concentration on a small number of stocks. modest-cap companies have a modest index weight and are frequently excluded from the selection criterion.

In the last 2 years, the Dow Jones index and the NASDAQ index have more than doubled. Stocks in the US markets like Amazon, Microsoft, Nvidia and Tesla have been among the prime performers beating the index by a huge margin. Can an Indian investor sitting in India investing in these international assets. Today, it is even possible to invest directly in global stocks either […]

Institutional investors are a company or organizational investors that invest money on behalf of other people.

Did you just hear the anchor on CNBC or that fund manager talking about Alpha? You must surely be confused about what this concept is all about? Here is a quick rundown on what alpha is all about? What exactly is meant by alpha of a fund? Let us start with a very simple question as to why does a person invest money in mutual […]

Folio numbers are the unique account-level identifiers that mutual fund houses and registrars use to organize, track, and service an investor’s holdings efficiently within a fund house. They simplify record-keeping, speed up transactions, and make portfolio access and customer support more seamless across the investment journey. What It Means At its core, a folio number is an account reference that links all details, units, transactions, […]

Let us first understand what is Fixed Income investing. The world’s largest institutional by AUM, Blackrock, defines fixed income investing as an investment approach focused on preservation of capital and income. It typically includes investments like government and corporate bonds, CDs and money market funds. Fixed income can offer a steady stream of income with less risk than stocks. Mutual funds that invest in such […]

Find out why you need to start investing in mutual funds as early as possible for your child’s education. Getting Started with Mutual Funds for Child Education The importance of education cannot be overstated enough. If you’re a new parent or planning to be one, then the thought of educating your child must have already crossed your mind. As we are aware, the cost of […]

Introduction to Consolidated Mutual Funds Statement Most investors never invest in one mutual fund all their life. They may invest either directly or through a broker but the fund house will allocate a specific Folio Number to each client. This folio number can be used for future investments redemption, statement procurement etc. However, the folio number based query is ok, if you only have investment […]

Planning finances and investing in children’s future is an important responsibility that every parent must undertake. While education, marriage, and other goals may seem far away when the child is young, costs can escalate rapidly in the future. Investing early can be advantageous as it allows your money to grow through the power of compounding. Are you interested in investing in your child’s future financial […]