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STEEL WOBBLY

While steel companies have witnessed a relief rally in recent weeks, caution is warranted as steel prices are not expected to rise materially in the near term

Companies from capital goods and consumer-related sectors such as FMCG and retail look good and can be considered for investments.

The US Fed continues to remain hawkish about taming inflation. It recently indicated that the Fed was determined to control inflation with steep interest rate hikes. So far, the Fed has hiked its key interest rate four times in the current year in hopes of slowing the worst inflation that the US is witnessing in decades.

Life Insurance, How Much Is Enough?

Here are some guidelines to help you figure out the amount your family will need to be financially secure when you're gone

The conundrum of value vs growth

Howard Marks is the co-founder and H co-chairman of Oaktree Capital Management, the largest investor in distressed securities worldwide. He has more than 50 years of investing experience. His 'memos' are a great source of learning for any investor.

INDIA'S MOST WANTED SMALL CAPS

When it comes to investing, perhaps nothing is more rewarding than spotting a promising small cap that goes on to become a mid cap and then large cap. However, this seldom happens for most investors as the small-cap segment also has a high mortality rate. Another risk is that a small cap may stay small even after many years. So, how do you hit the jackpot then?

The oil-exploration giant

Established 68 years ago, ONGC is a Maharatna that has maintained an enviable track record of profitability. Here's its story.

A step towards grid stability

How pumped storage is emerging as a reliable option to store the electricity generated from renewable sources of energy

How to make money in India

Three simple, but not easy, ways to do so

Follow the money

Why should you invest in small caps or why should you not?

How to profit from small caps

Three small-cap fund managers tell us the outlook for small caps, how they pick small caps for their funds and what their most precious small-cap investing lessons are

The future of work

What economic outcomes the official acceptance of moonlighting might have

Useless gyaan

All the macro gyaan in the world doesn't help us investors make money - only finding good companies does

How To Claim The Mutual Fund Investments Of A Deceased Relative!

Here is a detailed guide on how a nominee, heir or beneficiary can claim the mutual fund investments of a deceased relative

Tax-Saving Heavyweights

ELSS, PPF, ULIPS and NPS are all popular tax-saving avenues. Which should you choose and how does the NPS compare with ELSS?

8 Funds To Supercharge Your Portfolio

Selected funds that are off the beaten track, each one with the potential to play a key role in your portfolio

A string of crises

Since February 2020, the world is seeing a seemingly never-ending stream of crisis. Here's a recipe for investors to move ahead with confidence.

Good gets better

MFCentral has enabled financial transactions. Here's a walkthrough.

'We are quite confident of our investee companies and their ability to deliver long-term performance'

Most of DSP's equity funds have been struggling to keep up with their peers over the last two years.

A legacy of value: Prashant Jain

Prashant Jain, the torchbearer for value-investing philosophy in Indian markets, has decided to hang up his boots after 31 years at HDFC Mutual Fund. We take a look at the illustrious career of this star fund manager.

Guide to achieving Financial Freedom: Know the basics to get started early for a comfortable retirement

Financial freedom is what most of us desire and aim for during our earning period of life.

Buying insurance in times of changing lifestyle and working conditions: Guide

An important reason to buy a health insurance policy at an early stage in life is that there are fewer or no health issues at a young age.

Make Asset Allocation your BFF

One thing common between what is happening in markets right now and March 2020, other than the on-going Covid-19 pandemic, is the question on investors’ mind space - ‘Where, from here?’

Equity Market Outlook

Global headwinds from inflation and recessionary situation in key economies that has prompted tighter monetary conditions and rate hikes, supply chain disruption as well as weakening demand conditions have led to moderation in growth forecast for world GDP.

Diversification: The only constant strategy in this fast-changing world

The world witnessed an unprecedented event of Russia-Ukraine conflict bringing tragic consequences in loss of thousands of lives and millions being turned refugees.

Indian investors should maintain their exposure to US market

The United States (US) market, which has been in a prolonged bull run since 2009, has taken a beating this year. Year-to-date, the S&P 500 is down -14.1 per cent.

Smoking Reduces 20-25 Years of One’s Life

According to Dr. Rory Collins of Oxford University, smoking can reduce 20-25 years of one’s life.

Rabbits and tortoises

Insights into the decadal performance of various indices vis-à-vis the Sensex

Walking on thin ice

As interest rates rise, companies with a low interest-coverage ratio are likely to be in a difficult situation

Quality stocks available cheap

Here is a ready-made list of stocks that clear essential checks on solvency, accounting, recent financial performance and valuations

Consistent compounding: India vs China

In spite of the greater size and growth of its GDP, China lags behind India in terms of consistent compounding by its companies. Here's why.