How can you cultivate a strong financial safety net for your siblings?

As millennials, it’s commonplace for us to prioritise our personal financial aspirations. However, amidst our pursuits, we must recognize the financial security of our younger siblings, who may still need to gain the maturity or resources to secure their own financial futures. Rather than solely indulging in fleeting pleasures like gadgets or social outings, we …

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It is time for KRACentral

The Association of Mutual Funds in India (Amfi) and Boston Consulting Group (BCG) published a report in August 2019 titled Unlocking the ₹100 Trillion Opportunity. The mutual fund (MF) industry had under ₹25 trillion of assets under management (AUM) in July 2019. We have come a long way since then. The industry’s AUM has more …

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SIP inflows surged to ₹18,838 crore in January, active accounts rose by 1.7 crore: Geojit Report

Systematic Investment Plan (SIP) inflows soared to a record high of ₹18,838 crores, marking the seventh consecutive month with inflows surpassing ₹15,000 crores and the twenty-ninth consecutive month with inflows exceeding ₹10,000 crores in January 2024, according to an insights report by Geojit. This robust performance underscores the sustained confidence of investors in systematic investment …

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equity: Equity funds report 35th consecutive month of net inflows

Mumbai: Investors continued to buy equity mutual funds adding ₹21,781 crore in January, making this the 35th month of consecutive net inflows. These inflows climbed 28% from ₹16,997 crore in December. Contributions through systematic investment plans (SIP) surged to a record high of ₹18,838 crore in January higher by ₹1,228 crore than December’s ₹17,610 crore. …

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How should I accumulate ₹1 crore in six years to fund my home?

My husband and I earn ₹20 lakh annually and invest ₹40,000 every month via a systematic investment plan (SIP) which I started two months ago. I have ₹3 lakh in direct stocks and some investment in gold. We want to accumulate ₹1 crore in six years for the down payment of our home. Do we …

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How to achieve financial goals faster with step-up SIPs this new year?

Diwali signals the commencement of a new year for numerous Hindus in India. Spanning five days, this festival is marked by the illumination of lights, vibrant fireworks, and festive feasts. The significance of designating this celebration as the harbinger of a new start lies in its association with the goddess Lakshmi, the revered Hindu deity …

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