Investing Insights

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Beware of The Sunk Cost Bias

The Sunk Cost Bias traps investors into holding onto losing investments just because they’ve already committed time and money. This mental pitfall leads to poor financial decisions, like averaging down a failing stock or refusing to cut losses. The solution? Evaluate your investments with a fresh perspective, challenge your assumptions, and exit when the facts change—just as Keynes wisely advised!

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Why SIP's are the Best Way to Invest into Volatile Equity Markets

In this blog, discover how SIPs (Systematic Investment Plans) can help you navigate market volatility with ease. Learn how the strategy of Rupee Cost Averaging works to mitigate risks, and why staying invested for the long term is the key to wealth creation, even during market downturns.

Smart Profit Booking Strategy for Long-Term SIP Investors

Equity SIPs are great vehicles for long-term wealth creation. But what if markets are overheated and corrections seem likely? In such situations, investors often wonder: should I stay fully invested or take some action? This blog offers a tactical profit-booking strategy using liquid funds and STPs — without halting your SIP or losing sight of your goals.

How to Create a Fund for Your Child’s Marriage Goal

Before diving into numbers and strategy, it’s important to recognise that a child’s wedding is both a cherished family milestone and a major financial event. Planning for it thoughtfully ensures your aspirations don’t lead to financial stress.

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Redeeming Investments vs Taking a Loan: What’s the Smarter Choice?

Easy credit has made borrowing more accessible than ever. But when a financial need arises, the real question isn’t can you borrow, it’s should you, or would redeeming investments be the wiser move?

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Before You Start Investing: How To Understand Your Financial Health

When it comes to investing, most people focus on where to invest. But before that, there is a more important question, are you financially ready?

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Who Should Consider SIFs And Who Should Avoid Them?

Specialised Investment Funds (SIFs) are a relatively new addition to the investment landscape. Understanding where they fit, and where they don’t, is essential before considering them.

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Mutual Fund Ratios Explained: How To Understand Fund Performance And Risk

Returns may tell you how a mutual fund has performed, but they don’t tell you the full story. To truly understand risk, consistency, and efficiency, you need to look beyond returns. This is where mutual fund ratios become useful.

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Retirement Planning For NRIs: How To Build Your Future In India

Planning retirement from abroad comes with a different set of considerations. For NRIs who intend to return to India, the focus is not just on building a corpus, but on aligning it with future lifestyle, costs, and long-term stability.

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What Are Life Cycle Funds And How Do They Work In India?

Life cycle funds bring structure to long-term investing by aligning your portfolio with time. As your goal approaches, the fund gradually reduces risk without requiring constant intervention. Understanding how this works can help you evaluate whether it fits your investment approach.

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Investing Lessons in Your 20s that Make Life Easier in Your 40s and 50s

The financial habits you build in your 20s often matter more than the amount you invest. Given enough time, even small, consistent decisions can grow into meaningful outcomes. What you do early quietly shapes how easy or stressful your future feels.

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I’m 25 and Earning ₹30,000 a Month: How Should I Start Investing?

Starting your investing journey at 25 with a ₹30,000 salary isn’t about how much you invest it’s about starting right, staying consistent, and letting time work in your favour.