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Your debt funds fell. What now?

Vidya Bala

Let’s jump to the brass tacks. Your debt funds took a knock on Tuesday July 16. And it has everything to do with the RBI’s unexpected moves to curb the…Continue Reading

Should you invest in gilt funds?

Vidya Bala

Another repo rate cut of 25 basis points by the RBI on Friday and you begin to wonder if the rate cuts can give you a cool ride in gilt…Continue Reading

FundsIndia Strategies: Three uses for liquid funds this time of the year

Vidya Bala

Closer to March, your budget may have to accommodate a few one-off expenses. If you have not already thought of those, here are a few: One, you would be required…Continue Reading

Good funds alright but are they right for you?

Vidya Bala

Some of you may be doing your own groundwork on what fund to choose for your portfolio. You may end up with at least half a dozen good funds but…Continue Reading

FundsIndia Recommends: Franklin India Taxshield

Vidya Bala

A tax plan for the cautious investor  If you have limited risk appetite and are looking for tax-saving equity options, thenFranklin India Taxshield is a good scheme to invest in the…Continue Reading

FundsIndia Recommends: IDFC SSI Medium Term Plan A

Vidya Bala

In recent months, gilt funds have kindled the interest of investors looking to participate in a possible rally in the debt market, when interest rates fall. But the illiquid nature…Continue Reading

FundsIndia Recommends: ICICI Pru Discovery

Vidya Bala

Unravelling Value If you are looking for mid and small-cap exposure but with a focus on value, then ICICI Pru Discovery is a good choice. ICICI Pru Discovery may not be a new-fangled investment…Continue Reading

FundsIndia Recommends: Religare Tax Plan: Invest

Vidya Bala

Well-placed to gain from a recovery If you are looking to avail tax deductions and are willing to hold some mid-cap stocks in your portfolio, then Religare Tax Plan will fit your…Continue Reading

Liquid Funds: Invest

Vidya Bala

Ideal Parking Grounds for your Surplus Do you have surplus money in hand but don’t wish to lock them in fixed deposits? Then, instead of holding huge sums in your…Continue Reading

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Templeton India Equity Income: Invest

Vidya Bala

A value fund with an international flavour Emerging markets, including India, do not offer too many ‘value’ or less expensive stocks, given their growth focus. If you wish to hold…Continue Reading