Let’s make some predictions. Here are some ideas to predict for. When will the stock markets fall? How much time will the economy take to recover? Where is the monsoon headed? Will we ever stop wearing masks in public? What will be Trump’s next tweet on China? Oops! Did you see your mind rattle out ‘predictions’? […]
Quiz 2020 – Can you navigate the tax landscape, unhurt?
As you know, several tax changes have been introduced over the last couple of years related to all your favourite investment options and financial planning tools. Do you grasp them all? Let’s find out. Here is a fun quiz (updated for year 2020) to help you know how ready are you to navigate the tax […]
Embassy REIT – All that you need to know
The first REIT in India got listed only in 2019. This was the Embassy REIT, which raised about Rs. 4500 crores in March 2019. The REIT was listed at a price of Rs. 300, went up to Rs 512 and then closed the FY 2019-20 at Rs. 351. When the pandemic set in, there was […]
5 questions for Parag Parikh Long Term Equity Fund
5 years ago when I started discussing about Parag Parikh Long Term Equity Fund with investors, I met with deep suspicion. “I have never heard about this fund.” “Will they run away with my money?” “Are you sure we should invest our money with this fund?” “What is their track record?“ The fund was as […]
A comparison of 4 Personal Accident & Disability Insurance Covers
You likely have a Term plan for life insurance and a personal health cover too. But if I ask you about disability insurance, you are likely to look at me with surprise. What is that? One of the most ignored protection is that of disability insurance. The term plan protects your dependents financially against loss […]
Quantum Dynamic Bond Fund – Does it have a place in your portfolio?
One of the rudest realisations of year 2020 has been how credit risks in debt funds can come to bite. Now, investors ask, “no equity, no credit risk, give me a safe tax efficient investment option.” In this context, we explore the Quantum Dynamic Bond Fund and if you should prefer it over the RBI […]
