Investing Insights

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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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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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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What Can a ₹10,000 Monthly SIP Build Over 10, 15, 20 and 25 Years?

See what a ₹10,000 monthly SIP can grow into over 10, 15, 20 and 25 years, and understand how time and compounding impact long-term wealth creation.

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What Investors Get Wrong During Market Volatility (And Why It Costs Them)

Market volatility is inevitable, but how investors respond to it often shapes their outcomes.In many cases, behaviour, not markets, has the bigger impact on returns.

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Retirement Planning Options in India: Understanding Your Choices

Explore retirement planning options in India including EPF, NPS, PPF, SCSS, and mutual funds. Learn how to choose investments aligned with your retirement goals.

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How to Adjust Your Investments After a Salary Raise

A salary hike is more than a pay revision, it is an opportunity to realign your financial direction. The smartest response to higher income is not immediate lifestyle expansion, but a structured review of your goals, debt position, and investment contributions. When handled thoughtfully, each raise can accelerate wealth creation rather than simply increase monthly expenses.

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ELSS Mutual Funds: A Simple Way to Save Tax and Build Long-Term Wealth

ELSS mutual funds help you save tax under Section 80C while participating in equity markets for long-term growth. With the shortest lock-in among 80C options and the flexibility of SIP investing, they can align tax efficiency with disciplined wealth creation. Used correctly, ELSS is not just a tax-saving tool, but a long-term investment strategy.

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Accelerated Trends of Women Investing in India

The rise of women investing in the Indian equity markets is not just a trend, it is a structural shift in financial participation. Rising workforce inclusion, larger financial goals, and proactive planning are reshaping the Indian investment ecosystem.

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How to Save More From Everyday Expenses and Invest More Consistently

Spending smarter, timing purchases better, and being intentional with recurring expenses can create a steady surplus that can be channelled into long-term investments.

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3 Stages of Your Income Generation Plan Explained

Income doesn’t stop when your career does; it simply changes its role. A well-thought-out income generation plan helps your money move with you, from earning years to retirement and beyond.

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Rupee Falling? How to Protect and Grow Your Investments

When the rupee weakens, it often creates anxiety for investors. But currency depreciation is not an anomaly; it is a recurring phase in every long-term economic cycle. The real question is not whether the rupee will fall, but how investors should respond to it without derailing their long-term financial goals.