VP & Head of Investments, FinEdge, FinEdge
Shivansh Dandona is VP & Head of Investments at FinEdge and has been with the firm since 2014. He works across mutual fund research, portfolio construction, fund selection and investment-review methodology, helping connect investor goals, time horizons, risk and portfolio context to structured investment decisions.
His writing focuses on mutual funds, long-term investing, investor behaviour, portfolio design and the role of disciplined review in improving decision quality.
Role at FinEdge
At FinEdge, Shivansh leads the investments function, covering mutual fund research, portfolio construction, fund selection and investment-review methodology.
With FinEdge since 2014.
Areas of work
- Mutual funds
- Portfolio construction
- Fund selection
- Investment behaviour
- Risk and suitability
- Investment-review methodology
Writes about
Writes on mutual funds, portfolio construction, fund selection, investor behaviour and investment reviews.
Insights Authored by Shivansh Dandona
Financial Planning Gaps Families Often Discover Too Late
What Are ETFs? Understanding Exchange Traded Funds
What Are Electronic Gold Receipts (EGRs)? A Simple Guide for Investors
The Hidden Biases That Affect Your Investment Decisions
Core, Strategic and Satellite Investing: Give Every Part of Your Portfolio a Reason to Exist
How to Read a Mutual Fund Factsheet: What Every Investor Should Know
NSE vs BSE: Meaning, Difference and Role in Indian Markets
Why Investors Start SIPs Easily but Struggle to Stay Invested Long Term
SIP vs STP vs SWP: What Each Mechanism Actually Does
A Complete Guide to Credit Scores: What They Mean and Why They Matter
What is XIRR and How to Calculate It for Your Investments
More articles (37)
- Gilt Funds Explained: What They Are, How They Work, and Key Risks
- Top Mutual Funds in 2026: Why Chasing Last Year’s Winners May Not Work
- Understanding NIFTY: What It Represents and Why It Matters to Investors
- Before You Start Investing: How To Understand Your Financial Health
- AIF vs Mutual Fund: Key Differences And Which One Suits You
- Mutual Fund Ratios Explained: How To Understand Fund Performance And Risk
- What Are Life Cycle Funds And How Do They Work In India?
- I’m 25 and Earning ₹30,000 a Month: How Should I Start Investing?
- Financial Planning vs Investing: What’s the Real Difference?
- Tax Harvesting Explained: How Investors Can Reduce Capital Gains Tax
- Why Women Often Make Better Long-Term Investors
- Should You Continue Investing in ELSS and PPF in the New Tax Regime?
- When Is the Right Time to Start Investing for Your Goals?
- What Is NAV in Mutual Fund? A Simple Guide to Understanding Net Asset Value
- GIFT Nifty vs Nifty 50: Understanding the Key Differences
- Beginner Investing Guide: How to Start Investing the Right Way
- Best Investment Strategy for Long-Term Wealth Creation in 2026 and Beyond
- Why Comparing Investment Returns Can Be Misleading
- Understanding the Financial Planning Pyramid: Building Your Finances the Right Way
- Personal Finance Ratios You Should Understand Before You Start Investing
- Types of Gold Investments: A Complete Guide for Indian Investors
- Cost of Delay in Investment: Why Starting Early Matters
- Difference Between Sensex and Nifty: A Simple, Clear Explanation
- What Are Bonds in India?
- Savings Account vs Mutual Fund: Understanding the Real Difference
- What Is an Expense Ratio in Mutual Funds and Why It Matters
- Balanced Advantage Funds (Dynamic Asset Allocation Funds): Meaning, Returns, and Taxation
- De-risking of Mutual Funds: Protecting Your Portfolio Before Life Goals
- How to Invest Your First Salary: Smart Tips for Beginners
- What Are Mid-Cap Funds? Risks, Returns, and Should You Invest?
- Why Do Most Investors Struggle with Wealth Creation?
- What Are Small-Cap Funds? Risks, Returns, and Should You Invest?
- Greed and Fear in Investing: Why Traders Lose Money
- Passive Income from Investments: Should You Build Your Portfolio Around It?
- Financial Planner vs Financial Advisor: What Kind of Help Do You Actually Need?
- How to Safeguard Your Child's Education Goal as the Date Approaches
- Mutual Funds After Retirement: 3 Misconceptions That Can Distort the Plan