Elections 2019: What Should Equity Mutual Fund Investors Do Now

The mandate is out.

Empower Outlook

High frequency domestic growth indicators suggest weakness in consumption sector with soft data in consumer durables and nondurables production, auto sales, NONG imports and weak industry commentary.

Budget Proposals And Its Implications

This being election year, interim Budget was presented by Mr. Piyush Goyal on February 1, 2019. Contrary to expectations, very few announcements were made and the best part of the interim Budget is that no negative proposal was made which could impact the common man adversely.

Post-Budget The Growth Momentum Will Remain Strong

A taxpayers budget with political undertone stands to change the scenario for consumption based stocks.

Things To Look At Before Investing In ELSS

Equity mutual funds (MFs) are increasingly becoming the first and the right choice for several investors looking to save for their long-term financial needs.

Laughter Is The Best Medicine

Laughter tones up the heart and nervous system

How To Use The Mutual Fund Riskometer To Your Advantage

To help investors better understand risks involved in mutual fund investments, regulator SEBI had replaced the mandatory colour codes with a ‘riskometer’ containing five levels of risks from low to high. Similar to a speedometer that tells you how much you are speeding, Riskometer helps you to understand the risk profile and level of the MF scheme.

GOI 7.75% Saving (Taxable) Bonds 2018 (Issued By Reserve Bank Of India)

In downward interest rate scenario, on 1 January 2018, government announced the closing of 8% Government of India (GoI) Savings (Taxable) Bonds, 2003 for further subscription. After initial outcry from the prospect investors, the government clarified on 3 January that new bonds will be launched, though at a lower rate of interest.

Financial Health Report Card Of India

When an elephant runs, it looks as if its walking at a high speed similarly, India’s Elephantine economy, which previously looked as if slowing down due to implication of GST & DeMo, was actually becoming more robust and stable. It picked up the pace in the last quarter of 2017 and has now gained the same momentum. The elephant is gradually becoming enormous in size and is trumpeting out loud to the world that it is soon going to replace major economies from the frontline.

Beautiful Minds - 'Wings Of Inspiration'

As one of India’s leading lifestyle designers, Raseel Gujral Ansal has been ceaselessly valued for her outstanding ability in leading architecture and interior design trends over the past 25 years. Her design philosophy emphasizes a refined use of art, magnificent objects, patterns, strong silhouettes, textures and a sophisticated color palette, that is beautifully balanced to provide a refined original signature.

Pay Zero Tax On Income Of Rs 10.25 Lakhs And Yet Save For Long-Term Goals: Plan Now!

The budget presented by the Finance Minster Piyush Goyal on February 1, 2019 has proposed to take certain important steps that will reduce the tax burden for several taxpayers. The tax rate and income slabs have been kept constant in this year’s budget. In spite of not changing the income slabs or tax rates, this year budget has been able to reduce individuals tax liability.

Ride Over Volatile Markets By Staying Invested

Financial Planning

Investing Through Daily SIP

What is a mutual fund SIP?Investment in a mutual fund can be done by making a lump sum contribution or through Systematic Investment Plan (SIP).

When To Choose Fixed Income And Market-linked Investments

Most investors want the best of returns with full safety of the principal amount invested.

Do Elections Matter?

India being the largest democratic country (in terms of population) in the world, elections have always assumed a special place in the country’s psyche.

Have A Happy New Financial Year!

Here are few things to make it even better

Interview

The election is just one more event that may have a short-term effect on the level of the market. Sometimes not reacting to an event is the best strategy for your money life.

5 Things Equity Mutual Funds Investors Need To Consider Before Investing

With the stock markets touching new all-time highs and a stable government with a full majority at the center, the interest level in participating in the equity markets is looking to go up.

Make Sure Your Parents Avail These Benefits Assenior Citizens

As a senior citizen, there arenumerous benefits that one may get from the government and even from private companies.

Electronic Insurance Account (eIA)

In continuation with our previous article on Decluttering, this time we will discuss in detail the e-accounts, that will help you to keep all documents properly aligned, where your insurance documents are safe and secure and easy to use.

Beautiful Minds Inspire Others

Below, we ask Neeti to tell what makes Homemaker unique, the design philosophy it follows and its future projects.

Are You Travelling This Summer?

Don’t Forget to carry your Travel Insurance to make your trip memorable and tension-free.

Disciplined Approach Will Make A Big Difference

We all plan for our financial goals, but it is very important for us to remain invested until we achieve our goals.

Keep An Eye On Your Financial Goals With Mutual Funds

An investor must have a plan in place and more importantly stick with it in spite of the changing market situations. With enough liquidity to support the market, the indices are nearing all-time high levels. Markets remain volatile on the shortto-medium term, but average-out over the longer horizon. An investor having seen the ups and downs of such market remains poised for the long haul and is largely undisturbed with such frequent fluctuations.

Behavioural Issues In Investment Decisions

Sensex is currently on an all-time high of around 31,400. History of Sensex dates back to 1979 when it was commenced with an initial value of 100.

Time Management Leads To Super Success

If you love life then don’t waste time, for that is the stuff with which life is made of - Time just passes away. We even say, “how time flies.”

Joint Life Term Insurance Policy: All You Need To Know

Gone are the days when men were earning higher than women, in today’s scenario when women are employed by top corporates in India, they are giving some serious competition to men.

Sachin Relekar - Fund Manager (Equity)

Sachin has an overall experience of around 11 years in financial markets with over 7 years of experience in equity research across sectors like Construction, Infrastructure developments, Power utilities, Steel, Oil & Gas and Automobile. He has been associated with LIC MF since December’2012. Prior to joining LIC MF, he was associated with TATA Asset Management Ltd., CD Equi Search Pvt. Ltd, Innovision Consulting and Tech Pacific (I) Ltd. Sachin, is currently the Dedicated Fund Manager for managing investments of LIC Mutual Fund.

Ulips-Reach Your Long-Term Goals With Ease

Here is how to benefit from them.

Behavioural Mistakes To Avoid When Investing

“The battle for investment success is about systematic adherence to dharma – financial dharma”