MoneyTrak

11/11/2021

Morgan Stanley says the positives in the domestic market "outweigh the risks for those willing to take a slightly longer term view". Here are the top pics for long-term in the Indian market.

07/10/2021

To beat the market or be the market?
An illustration from moneycontrol.com showing the benefits of staying invested.

08/07/2021

A simple illustration to show the benefits of investing early in life

14/06/2021

Just imagine you didn't end up spending the entire amount you had set aside as your car budget, and managed to save some money to buy some stocks!

15/01/2021

Are you a risk-taker?

It is said that the biggest risk is not taking one. Great and unforeseen opportunities often come from risk-taking. It also shows confidence and helps you stand out.

When thinking about risk, we have to keep in mind two things: Risk probability and risk impact. Risk probability reflects on what the chances are that a risk will occur. Risk impact is the cost of a risk, if it occurs. Which do you think matters more?

02/09/2020

If you are one of those millennials, it is not uncommon to see the attitude to spend every rupee in our banks - sometimes even before we earn it. Capitalism serves us a biryani even before we can count the chickens before they hatch.

01/09/2020

The sixth and final tranche of RBI Sovereign gold bonds of this FY 2020-21 opened for subscription on Aug 31 and closes on Sep 4. Issue price is fixed at ₹5,117 per gram. Online/digital modes of payment will get a discount of ₹50 per gram.

28/08/2020

In a SIP, you set aside money monthly or quarterly for as long as you want, while an RD requires a fixed amount each month for a predefined duration. If you need flexibility and have the risk appetite SIP is the way to go.

28/08/2020

27/08/2020

Systematic Investment Plan, commonly referred to as an SIP, allows you to invest regularly a fixed sum in your favorite mutual fund scheme/s. Some benefits listed here

26/08/2020

Five tips to improve money management on a daily basis to create better financial discipline over a period of time

23/08/2020

, a popular tax-saving investment options with attractive rate of interest, safety features like government guarantee, immunity against attachment under any order or decree of any court and benefits like tax-free interest and maturity.

22/08/2020

While celebrating the festive spirit, let us look into some symbolic traits and qualities from Lord Ganesha that we can imbibe for a successful life

19/08/2020

Savings Schemes and Fized Deposits for senior citizens offer over 7% returns amid record low interest rates

18/08/2020

Post office fixed deposits seem to offer slightly higher interest backed by Government guarantee as compared to banks

18/08/2020

A good comparison of Systematic Investment Plan (SIP) options commonly available to everyone. The chart is generated based on historical performance and returns over the last 30 years.

18/08/2020

A humorous take on the common perception of being wealthy

13/08/2020

While PPF is not a pension or retirement specific vehicle, it can also be used for other purposes. The NPS, on the other hand, is a retirement specific savings vehicle.

12/08/2020

Nifty and Gold are 2 favorite investment options but belong to different asset classes. Interestingly, over the last 15 years both have given almost identical average annualized returns of ~12% in spite of Nifty being 3 times more volatile.

12/08/2020

It is not always possible to time the market when you invest either in stocks or in mutual funds. One way to overcome this limitation is to invest through systematic investment plans.

12/08/2020

Rolling over credit and not clearing dues every month have become common. Most cardholders think credit card to be spare money and use it recklessly; getting themselves deep down into debt. Get out of now.

11/08/2020

Investors have an edge over Employees and Business Owners in letting money work for them.

11/08/2020

is a simple way to determine how long an investment will take to double given a fixed annual rate of interest. By dividing 72 by the annual rate of return, investors obtain a rough estimate of how many years it will take for investment to double.

11/08/2020

11/08/2020

Common financial mistakes that people commonly make.

10/08/2020

Invest... Don't Save.
Powerful illustration showing how the value of money erodes over time.

10/08/2020

RBI launches new floating rate bonds in lieu of earlier withdrawn 7.75% RBI bonds. The interest rate on the new bonds will reset every six months with the first reset on January 1, 2021. https://bit.ly/3ipmFlY

10/08/2020

Understanding the stock market can be a tough task for any new investor. Here is a list of the most important stock market terms that every new investor should know and understand. Thanks: Investopedia

10/08/2020

Taking a look at the various avenues for investment that are available for everyone. Thanks: Paisabazaar

09/08/2020

Starting early is key when it comes to investing.

See the difference it makes in the long run.