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Mayank Bhatnagar

Co-Founder & Chief Operating Officer

Mayank is a co-founder at FinEdge and his experience of more than 20 years in the banking and financial services industry has been instrumental towards building the FinEdge platform. 

He has held key positions across the Retail and Wholesale Banking verticals at Standard Chartered Bank, driving growth in segments managed by him. 

Mayank is a post graduate in Marketing and Finance and has completed his Bachelor’s degree from Delhi University. 

He has a keen interest in technology and likes to keep himself updated with the latest in the tech world.

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Best Ways for NRIs to Invest in Indian Equities

India is an oasis of growth in a desert. India has a huge NRI population, with millions of them living in various developed and developing countries across the world. While these NRIs stay and earn income in various countries, they face the challenge of limited investment opportunities in most developed countries.

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Successful Investing – 5 Incredible Learnings From the Past 20 Years

The year was 2001 and Atul, an avid investor, was all geared up to secure his retirement. He was 40 years old then and his retirement was 22 years away. He started investing Rs. 25,000/- every month systematically in an equity mutual fund… Before I reveal the outcome of Atul’s investing journey, let us dive into some valuable investing lessons of the past 20 years.

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3 Common Mutual Fund Myths That Could Hurt Your Investments

As the cumulative Assets Under Management (AUM) of Indian Mutual Funds may have gone past the 50 Lakh Crore (50 Trillion) rupee mark, there is anecdotal evidence suggesting that several Mutual Fund investment related misbeliefs still abound. Investors need to be aware of these myths to make informed decisions. Here are three common ones to watch out for:

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How to use Mutual Funds for Retirement Planning

Mutual Funds offer flexible, customizable options for efficient Retirement Planning at various stages.

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When should you start with Retirement Planning?

Don’t be fooled by all those advertisements featuring retired couples sipping cocktails on a sunny beach. Retirement Planning is serious business; and a mix of social, cultural, and economic factors are making it a more critical element of your financial planning with every passing day. Unfortunately, recent research also shows that only about 50% of us are habitually saving for our retirement planning.

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4 Tips to Achieve Your Financial Goals Through SIP’s

The ubiquitous “Mutual Funds Sahi Hai” campaign has fuelled an increased interest in Mutual Fund SIP’s (Systematic Investment Plans) over the past few years. The industry’s monthly SIP inflows stood at Rs. 15,814 crores as on August 23 as Mutual Fund assets grew significantly over the past five years. If you’re one of the thousands of investors who are using SIP’s to achieve their financial goals, here are four things to keep in mind.

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5 Behavioural Traps That Could Hurt Your Mutual Fund Investments

Learn 5 key biases impacting long-term mutual fund returns to boost your investment success.

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Financial Planning Before and After Retirement India: A Complete Guide to Building & Managing Your Retirement Life

Planning for retirement is not just about saving, it’s about understanding how your needs evolve. Financial planning before and after retirement India requires two different skill sets: building your corpus before retirement and managing it wisely afterward so it lasts 25–30 years.

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Should NRIs Invest in Mutual Funds in India?

India’s economy is entering a powerful growth phase, and NRIs have a unique chance to be part of it. Mutual funds make it simple, transparent, and goal-driven to participate in this long-term opportunity.

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How Many Mutual Funds Should You Hold? Avoid Duplication & Over-Diversification

Owning more mutual funds doesn’t mean more safety. The key to smart investing is holding just enough funds — each with a purpose tied to your financial goals.

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Why Mutual Funds Are the Smartest Way to Build Your Child’s Marriage Fund

Indian weddings are beautiful but expensive affairs, and their costs are rising every year. Mutual fund SIPs can help you plan ahead, ensuring your child’s big day is celebrated without financial stress.

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Understanding Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) and Their Role in the Indian Stock Market

Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) are among the biggest movers of the Indian stock market. Their buying or selling patterns often set the tone for market sentiment, liquidity, and long-term growth, making them vital to understanding how global money shapes India’s financial ecosystem.