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.

If you are looking for high equity exposure for wealth generation over the long term, large-cap ventures are a good option. Read on to learn about the benefits of this investment vehicle. Getting started with Large-Cap Funds If you are new to mutual fund investment and are wondering which funds will generate good returns with relatively less risk.Large-cap mutual funds are a good starting point […]

Investing in mutual funds includes various options. There is a growth plan, dividend plan and dividend reinvestment plan. This article describes the intricacies of an automatic reinvestment plan in detail.

Broadly, there are two ways of doing asset allocation. You can either do your own allocation to equity, debt and derivatives or you can rely on a hybrid fund. The hybrid fund is a formula based combination which combines debt, equity, gold and derivatives as the case may be in different proportions. The idea is to provide a complete palate of risk and return classes […]

Retirement is not just a period of relaxation but also a period of trepidation. Here is a period when your income flows will either stop or slow substantially. You normally have double the time and half the money. That can be scary if you are looking to address issues like monthly expenses, emergencies and insurance after retirement. Of course, one of the keys to enjoying […]

Today, one of the most popular and well understood terms in mutual fund investing is Systematic investment plan (SIP). For most long term investors looking at a horizon of over 10-15 years, equity funds have emerged as the favourite instrument for generating wealth in the long run. Let us understand why the SIPs generate wealth in the long run? That is because equities in the […]

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 […]