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OLM 50: Half-Yearly Report Card

The funds in the OLM 50 list may not necessarily be the best performing. The objective is to give our readers a list of the consistent performers across market cycles

'NPS Explores SWP Option For Lump Sum Withdrawals At Retirement'

The New Pension System (NPS) has been clocking increased number of subscribers and a solid returns figure even as the debate on NPS versus the Old Pension Scheme (OPS) rages on. Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority’s (PFRDA) chairman Deepak Mohanty spoke to Outlook Money about why NPS remains relevant because of its flexibility and high returns, amid the changing demographics in the country. The need of the hour, however, is pension literacy through focused initiatives

Sky-High Interest Rates: Strategies For Borrowers

EMIs have been consistently rising over the past year. We tell you what the future holds for borrowers and the strategies they should adopt now

Daring The Third Wave

The equity market boom is based on strong fundamentals. Aided by a rapid vaccination drive and economic recovery, India is unlikely to be wounded badly even if Covid breaks out again.

Is The Grass Greener For Unicorns?

An unstoppable rally is being witnessed among the start-ups when it comes to initial public offerings. But, once listed, companies fall into the greater purview of the government, the market, and investor sentiments. We talk about the challenges and criticisms these start-ups may face after entering the new domain

Make Your Retired Life A Journey Of Comfort By Investing In Mutual Funds

Retired life can be 25 years or more and you need to work out your finances to make it a journey of comfort. Mutual funds can be one of the best options to park your money for this period when expenses would be more regular than incomes.

Is The NFO Euphoria Good For Investors?

New fund offers are being launched a dime a dozen. But does it make sense for investors to subscribe to them?

I'm a Conscious Consumer

Actor Konkona Sen Sharma has never been a careless spender but now she is a more careful saver.

Dealing With Debt

RBI’s loan restructuring scheme that lasted till September 30 had costs and conditions attached. If you weren’t able to avail of it, here is what you can do instead

Learning The Tricks Of The Trade

A new breed of traders wants to become financially literate before venturing into the stock market.

TECH SHOWS THE WAY TO SMES' REVIVAL

As the Coronavirus continues to exist and move freely across nations, the Indian economy had to stand back at its feet and rebuild itself. MSMEs and SMEs were badly bruised by the pandemic, and its remedy is machine intelligence, data security and cloud computing, among others.

MAKING SENSE OF THE MARKET LEAP

Low-interest rates, corporate deleveraging and retail frenzy push Sensex above 60,000 in September. Let’s understand the rationale behind the bull run and why retail investors need to be cautious amid the euphoria.

The EPIC of the ERRATIC INVESTOR

The do-it yourself. investors often end up with the wrong stock because they trust what they hear and what they see, instead of what they could learn on their own.

It's Friday Night Fallacy

Actor Shreyas Talpade doesn’t want to retire and wants to save money for securing happiness

March to Your Goal, Unhindered

Keeping your financial aspirations flexible and adaptable to shifting circumstances is key to building a fortune

Increasing the Awareness of Quant Funds

Anil Ghelani, Head of Passive Investments & Products DSP Investment Managers talks about the rise of quant funds and winning strategies employed by fund managers. Deepika Asthana, Moderator, Market Expert, moderated the webinar - Master Talk - Rise of Quant Funds - Alt Data, Sentiment, and Predictive Analysis jointly organised by Outlook Money and Refinitiv. Excerpts from the proceedings:

Herculean Power of Narration

Chronicles, stories are an imperative part of our existence. They make us cognizant about our past, present and help us pave our road ahead. And finance or investment is very much a part of it. There you need to combine data with the story and look beyond the sales spiel

AXIS AMC: REVOLUTIONIZING ASSET MANAGEMENT FOR LONG-TERM WEALTH CREATION

The Indian financial markets have seen growth like no other. Since the era of the open outcry system, a lot has changed for the markets. We have witnessed a sea of changes in the way Indians access markets, the way markets are regulated, and even the offerings available to investors. There has been widespread disruption and innovation across the entire value chain of investing.

Bridging The Gap

As Covid leaves a yawning gulf between income and expenditure, digital payments spring up to woo buyers with ‘Buy Now Pay Later’ schemes

Education in New Normal Age

Change is the only constant. And as the world embraces this phrase amidst the pandemic, the education sector in India, which is digitally divided, has a long way to go before

Embarking On The Journey Towards Financial Independence

Othe eve of Independence Day, Aditya Birla Sun Life Mutual Fund, in association with Outlook Money, held a webinar in August to celebrate the journey towards financial independence and to help people plan for this journey and embark upon it.

REDEFINING THE INSURANCE INDUSTRY

Tapan Singhel MD & CEO, Bajaj Allianz General Insurance Co. LtdQ

‘Use Digital Transformation to Find Your Own Goal'

Swarup Mohanty CEO, Mirae Asset Investment Managers India Pvt.Ltd speaks on changes that occurred in asset management after the entry of digitalisation and how it spiked up during the last two years. Harish Toshniwal Customer Success lead - Investment Solutions South Asia, Refinitiv moderated the webinar – Master talk: Digital Transformation in Asset Management: Role of Technology in Harnessing Data, jointly organised by Outlook Money and Refinitiv. Excerpts from the proceedings:

Dust Off Your CV. They're Hiring

Demand spurt in some sectors throws open employment opportunities in large scale but the post-Covid world needs special skill to secure jobs

Trust Your Financial Plans, Keep Your Fear at Bay

Periodic review of your portfolio, a healthy financial plan and faith in your advisor can help you reap fruits of financial prosperity

EVERYTHING'S GONNA BE ALRIGHT

Equity markets show wild movements. From historical highs to record lows. Yet, there’s no reason to panic or rush for the exit door. Patience is the name of the game in equity space

Kay Kay Doesn't Cross the Line

Never stepping out of needs into luxury makes life a comfortable journey for Kay Kay Menon

Being Your Own Boss

Crisis is opportunity? Yes, the pandemic may have left India’s economy as a vast swathe of devastated soil, but behold those flourishing green shoots of entrepreneurship

DECODING DARK WEB

Digital disruption has brought with it the advent of a safe haven for cyber crooks, posing a great threat to personal finance

It Takes a Tap to Bank

Digital-only banks are making giant strides in India with millennials adopting the format faster than thought but regulatory uncertainties cloud their fate