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Rs 4 crore portfolio with ULIPs and multiple mutual funds. Should you simplify and consolidate your investments?

Effectively managing a Rs 4 crore investment portfolio requires streamlining and consolidation for optimal financial performance. With multiple mutual funds, ULIPs, and real estate elements, complexity can arise. Financial advisor Shivam Pathak recommends assessing ULIPs and potentially separating insurance from investments. He also advocates for consolidating mutual funds to minimize…

The Economic Times · Oct 7

Multicap funds beat flexicaps on returns, but investors still favour flexicaps. Should you switch?

Multi-cap mutual funds have outperformed flexi-cap funds across short- and long-term horizons, but investors continue to favour flexi-cap schemes. Experts attribute the performance gap to multi-caps’ mandatory exposure to mid- and small-cap stocks, while flexi-caps offer greater flexibility and a relatively smoother risk profile. Should investors switch categories, or stick…

The Economic Times · Oct 6

NFO Insight: WOC Diversified Equity Small Cap Active FoF NFO opens for subscription. How is it different from a smallcap fund?

WhiteOak Capital Mutual Fund has launched an innovative Fund of Funds that focuses on small-cap mutual funds. This initiative seeks to achieve long-term capital growth by diversifying investments across a variety of active small-cap funds. Skilled fund managers will oversee the portfolio, adjusting investments according to performance and risk dynamics.

The Economic Times · Sep 28

Over Rs 1 crore invested in mutual funds, NPS, PPF and FDs: Should this PSU banker increase equity exposure with 18 years to retirement?

A 42-year-old PSU bank chief manager, who recently welcomed twins, sought a review of his family’s financial portfolio. With around 18 years to retirement, the couple has investments across mutual funds, fixed deposits, NPS and PPF, along with home and car loans. The key priorities are building a retirement corpus,…

The Economic Times · Aug 26

Gold, silver ETF inflows plunge in July. Is it time to book profits or stay invested?

In July, there was a notable drop in inflows for gold and silver ETFs, despite high prices for precious metals. Analysts attribute this downturn to profit-taking following a robust rally. Nevertheless, ongoing positive inflows suggest that investor interest in gold remains strong. It is recommended that investors reassess their portfolios…

The Economic Times · Aug 12

Sensex down nearly 8% in 2026. Best time to top up your mutual fund SIPs?

The BSE Sensex has declined nearly eight percent, prompting investors to consider increasing mutual fund SIP contributions. Market experts suggest this correction is normal and investors should continue SIPs without interruption. Lower markets allow for the accumulation of more units over the long term. Investors should review their portfolios and…

The Economic Times · Aug 7

Sensex, Nifty underperform over 2 years, but these 3 mutual funds deliver double-digit gains

Benchmark indices like Sensex and Nifty 50 showed negative returns over two years. However, select midcap, smallcap, and multicap funds delivered double-digit gains. These funds benefited from active stock selection and exposure to different market segments. Experts advise a balanced approach, combining index and actively managed funds. Investors should focus…

The Economic Times · Aug 3

No international mutual fund open for subscription now after Baroda BNP Paribas Aqua FoF halts fresh investments. What should investors do?

Indian investors now have no options for new international mutual fund SIPs. The Baroda BNP Paribas Aqua Fund of Fund suspended new investments on July 23. This action follows SEBI's overseas investment limits for mutual funds. Investors are exploring alternatives like LRS and GIFT City for global exposure. Global ETFs…

The Economic Times · Jul 27

MF Tracker: Should you invest in this only international mutual fund open for subscription now?

With 11 international mutual fund schemes suspending fresh SIP registrations due to regulatory overseas investment limits, Baroda BNP Paribas Aqua Fund of Fund has emerged as the only international mutual fund currently accepting both fresh SIPs and lump sum investments. Experts, however, caution investors against investing solely because the fund…

The Economic Times · Jul 24

Will a Rs 42,500 monthly SIP with a 10% annual step-up help you retire early?

A 35-year-old investor from Hyderabad, aiming to retire in the next 10 years, sought expert advice on whether his Rs 42,500 monthly SIP portfolio can help build a retirement corpus of Rs 1 crore. While the target appears achievable with disciplined investing, the expert recommended simplifying the 14-fund portfolio and…

The Economic Times · Jul 23