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.

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 phrase is gaining popularity and drawing interest from new and seasoned investors in the constantly evolving world of investments: smart beta funds.

Equity funds are one of the most popular types of mutual funds among investors. Owing to their high- return potential, many include it in their investment portfolio. However, there are various types of equity funds, based on their characteristics and risk-reward potential. By knowing the risk-reward potential, you can select the best equity funds to add to your portfolio. But before that, let’s learn about […]

If you cannot leverage the volatility of the equity market on your own, arbitrage funds can do it for you. Check out this post to know 10 of the top-performing arbitrage funds that you can consider for 2020. Best Arbitrage Funds Investment- How to Get Started Equity markets are volatile. This inherent volatility keeps most of the people away from the markets. But experienced investors […]

Mid-cap mutual funds maintain a dynamic balance between risks and returns. While they are less risky than small-cap funds, the returns potential is higher than large-cap funds. This parity between risk and reward is what makes mid-cap funds an excellent choice for investors wanting to invest in equity mutual funds. Which are the best performing mid-cap funds on 1-year returns? Here is a list of […]

Investors are always looking for ways of investment that will help them accumulate wealth over time. Investing itself is relatively easy, but choosing where to invest is difficult. In this article, we’ll help you understand and differentiate between two very similar-looking investment options: the mutual funds, and the Unit Linked Insurance Policy or ULIP. What is a mutual fund? A mutual fund is an investment […]

Schemes for every type of investor are responsible for the widespread popularity of mutual funds in India. All these available options make it difficult for the investors. Mutual Fund Types Mutual funds can be classified based on the asset class, investment objective, structure, speciality, and even risk. Classifications based on the asset class, investment objective, and structure are more common. Types of Mutual Funds Based […]

A Systematic Investment Plan (SIP) is a method of investment that allows you to invest in a disciplined and strategic manner. This method is generally adopted by investors who’re keen on parking their money in mutual funds and allows you to contribute small amounts periodically for several months. This investment strategy is more convenient than investing a lump sum amount in one go. An SIP […]

A feeder fund is a one-of-a-kind investment vehicle that does not make direct investments. This is a type of mutual fund that invests in debt or equity securities.

Before picking mutual fund schemes, investors should try to learn a few basic rules. Learn more to get the best returns through your mutual fund investments from India Infoline.

Investing for a period of one-year can yield stable returns, but it can be less as compared to the long-term investment plans. Read more at India Infoline

To understand the impact of the lower TER, let us take the case of two plans of the same fund; Regular Plan and the Direct Plan. The initial NAV is assumed to be Rs100 and the TER of the Direct Plan is 1.80% as against the Regular Plan TER of 2.45%. Let us look at two different scenarios of returns and see how the lower TER impacts returns.