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'If The Market Goes Down 15%, I May Buy Indian Shares'
Veteran American investor and commodity expert Jim Rogers opened up in an interview with Nidhi Sinha, editor, Outlook Money, as part of the Wealth Wizards series, to talk about his life choices, where he would want to invest now and what he thinks about the Indian market. He also spoke about why the 21st century is the century for Asia and the markets that hold promise in the continent now, besides listing silver as the commodity that he prefers currently
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September 2024
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HOW TO REDUCE YOUR HEALTH PREMIUM OUTGO
Health insurance premiums have seen a dramatic rise in the recent years due to a wide range of factors, including rising medical inflation and the rising number of claims.
10+ min |
September 2024
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Guide To Build Your MF Portfolio
There are ‘n’ number of funds to choose from and one has to scrutinise several factors, besides just past returns, to make a bouquet of funds that best aligns to one’s goals
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August 2024
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Self Image: Ticket To Success?
Your capacity for success will be altered according to the image you have of yourself. So, set it on the right trajectory to move to a higher level
5 min |
August 2024
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What Budget 2024-25 Means For You
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced a few changes in the new tax regime, while leaving the old one untouched. The government also increased taxes on long-term capital gains. We decode what the Budget means for you
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August 2024
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Factor Investing In Mutual Funds
A blend of active and passive fund management approaches, factor investing offers diversification, but investors should ensure these factors align with their goals and risk profiles
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August 2024
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Mistakes to Avoid in the Retirement Planning Stage
Not starting early, not looking at retirement planning holistically and not consulting a financial advisor are among the top mistakes one should avoid
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August 2024
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Asset Allocation Is Akin To Picking A Cricket Team; Here's Why
Judicious asset allocation will enable you to generate maximum gains and achieve different goals at different intervals by effectively positioning them according to the market situation.
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August 2024
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EMI VS SIP Debate: Which Path Aligns with Your Financial Goals?
Although EMls may seem initially manageable, the final cost can be much higher; SIPs, on the other hand, focus on capital appreciation through marketlinked investments rather than capital repayment.
2 min |
August 2024
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Mutual Fund SIP: Tool to Make The Impossible Possible
A mutual fund systematic investment plan allows you to reinvest the interest earned into the fund, thus helping you to build a big corpus even with small contributions over the long term.
2 min |
August 2024
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Why are Manufacturing Funds Worthy of Your Portfolio?
India's manufacturing sector greatly impacts fields like logistics and maintenance, making this thematic fund a strong addition to your investment portfolio.
2 min |
August 2024
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How To Help Your Ageing Parents
Experts discuss how financial conversations with parents need a big dose of sensitivity, and highlighted the needs of seniors to help those caring for their parents
2 min |
August 2024
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WHY BUYING A HOUSE IN A BANK AUCTION MAY BE A TIGHTROPE WALK
Buying a house requires quite a bit of legal dexterity with relation to paperwork, and more so when it comes to a property on auction. The prize on the other end of the tightrope could be alluring, but you will need to tread cautiously, as the valley below could be ridden with jagged rocks of possession problems lender-borrower disputes, and loan issues
6 min |
August 2024
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Mutual Funds: Financial Friends For Life
Just as you invest on your relationships with friends, start investing in MFs and stay invested for the long term to enjoy the fruits of true friendship
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August 2024
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'Regardless of Who Is In Power In Delhi, India Will Grow Rapidly'
Billionaire investor Mark Mobius, the chairman of Mobius Emerging Opportunities Fund, is known by many names, such as the Indiana Jones of Emerging Markets, the Godfather of Emerging Markets and the Pied Piper of Emerging Markets. A recent comic even called him the ‘Bald Eagle’. Mobius particularly likes being called the Indiana Jones of Emerging Markets, perhaps because he is known to go out of his way to find “undervalued stocks” before other investors do. In an interview with Nidhi Sinha, editor, Outlook Money, as part of its Wealth Wizards series, he spoke about his latest book that addresses the younger generation and the potential of the Indian markets, among other things.
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August 2024
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Six Key Features Of Budget 24-25
The Union Budget 2024-25 focuses on simplification of the tax laws, ease of compliance, standardisation of capital gains tax, and lays greater emphasis on the new tax regime
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August 2024
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Building On Macro Strengths
Budget 2024-25 builds on India’s existing macroeconomic strengths. Investors should focus on diversifi ed asset allocation and maintain a cautious stance on equity
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August 2024
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How To Redefine Active Ageing
Vanaprastha or retirement phase of life is a time of liberation, not limitation. It is about discovering your passion, learning new things and enjoying life fully
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August 2024
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IN PURSUIT OF HAPPINESS
We spoke to retired individuals who’ve broken the boundaries and are an inspiration to others approaching their senior years
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August 2024
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New At 60 Again
Many seniors do not want to hang up their boots post retirement. We explore the windows of opportunity they have and the challenges on the way
5 min |
August 2024
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Will The Bull Run Continue In Modi 3.0?
After a decade, a coalition government is back in power. What does that mean for stock market investors?
6 min |
July 2024
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New Or Old Which Tax Regime Should You Choose In These 5 Scenarios?
The government made the new tax regime the default one from FY2023-24. However, you can still choose between the old and the new tax regime while filing your income tax return. But that would depend on your income slab and the deductions you wish to claim. We help you choose the most suitable tax regime in these five common scenarios
7 min |
July 2024
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Plan With Fixed-Income Funds
Fixed-income funds lend stability to your portfolio, have better cash flow visibility, and help preserve capital. They can be used in various stages of planning
5 min |
July 2024
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TDS: Tax Deducted At Source
Every taxpayer in India has heard about tax deducted at source (TDS). It is one of the main revenue sources for the government.
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July 2024
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What Makes You Splurge On Food
With increased earnings, people tend to spend more on gourmet experiences. However, spending within your means is essential to stay healthy, both physically and financially
4 min |
July 2024
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PORT, BUY TOP-UPS TO TACKLE RISING HEALTH PREMIUMS IN OLD AGE
Healthcare costs can eat into your retirement corpus, so buying health insurance makes sense. If rising premiums are holding you back from buying a cover, here are some tips to reduce the outgo
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July 2024
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Here's How To Buy A Plot Of Land
Buying a plot of land is a complicated process and varies across states. But the overall process is the same, and typically starts with verifying the legal ownership of the land, preparing the sale deed, paying the sale value and getting the land registered at the sub registrar’s office after the purchase.
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July 2024
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VALUE INVESTING LESSONS FROM BENJAMIN GRAHAM
A poet, translator, mathematician and financial strategist, Benjamin Graham was all of this and more. But his most signification contribution has been to lay the foundations of an investing strategy that revolved around buying undervalued stocks with strong fundamentals and holding them for the long term. We have used a screening method based on his strategy to recommend a few stocks you may consider
7 min |
July 2024
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'Often Our Emotions Get The Best Of Us And Lead Us Astray'
Dan Ariely, author and professor of psychology and behavioural economics, at Duke University, North Carolina, the US, studies the irrational ways in which we all behave. In his own words, he “looks at people not from a rational perspective, but from the irrational perspective. We basically ask questions around what we are doing that is not in our long-term best interest”. In an interview with Nidhi Sinha, Editor, Outlook Money, as part of the Wealth Wizards series, he talks about himself, his signature half a beard, how people can deal with irrationality, and the role of emotions like misbelief, trust, and human motivation in how people behave or make decisions. Here are the edited excerpts from the interview.
9 min |
July 2024
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3 Pillars Of Support On Claims
In the last 6-8 months, Irdai has introduced a set of regulatory changes that promise to resolve issues that previously often led to poor outcomes on health insurance claims
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