Investing Insights

Shivansh Dandona

Vice President and Head - Investments

With over a decade of experience with FinEdge, Shivansh currently leads the team of investment managers and focuses on enabling disciplined, goal-based investing for clients across India and beyond.

His expertise lies in financial planning, portfolio construction, and understanding investor behaviour, along with providing strategic guidance to help clients stay committed to their long-term goals.

Shivansh holds a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce (Honours) from Rajdhani College, University of Delhi, and an MBA in Finance from Jagan Institute of Management Studies (JIMS Rohini).

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Understanding NIFTY: What It Represents and Why It Matters to Investors

NIFTY is often used as a shorthand for how the market is performing. But beyond daily headlines, it represents something more fundamental. Understanding how it works can help you interpret markets with greater clarity.

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Gilt Funds Explained: What They Are, How They Work, and Key Risks

Gilt funds are often seen as one of the safest debt investment options, but their behaviour can be more complex than it appears. Understanding how they work can help you set the right expectations around risk and returns.

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AIF vs Mutual Fund: Key Differences And Which One Suits You

Both mutual funds and Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs) pool money from investors, but they differ significantly in structure, accessibility, and usage. Understanding these differences is important before considering either as part of your portfolio.

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Beware of the Life Insurance Trap

Many life insurance buyers mistake savings for protection. Here’s how to spot common mis-selling traps and ensure your policy truly secures your family’s future.

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Redeeming Investments vs Taking a Loan: What’s the Smarter Choice?

Easy credit has made borrowing more accessible than ever. But when a financial need arises, the real question isn’t can you borrow, it’s should you, or would redeeming investments be the wiser move?

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Before You Start Investing: How To Understand Your Financial Health

When it comes to investing, most people focus on where to invest. But before that, there is a more important question, are you financially ready?

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Mutual Fund Ratios Explained: How To Understand Fund Performance And Risk

Returns may tell you how a mutual fund has performed, but they don’t tell you the full story. To truly understand risk, consistency, and efficiency, you need to look beyond returns. This is where mutual fund ratios become useful.

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What Are Life Cycle Funds And How Do They Work In India?

Life cycle funds bring structure to long-term investing by aligning your portfolio with time. As your goal approaches, the fund gradually reduces risk without requiring constant intervention. Understanding how this works can help you evaluate whether it fits your investment approach.

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I’m 25 and Earning ₹30,000 a Month: How Should I Start Investing?

Starting your investing journey at 25 with a ₹30,000 salary isn’t about how much you invest it’s about starting right, staying consistent, and letting time work in your favour.

Investing for NRIs: Difference between and NRE and NRO account.

NRE vs NRO Account: What NRIs Need to Know

Understanding the difference between NRE and NRO accounts can simplify how NRIs manage money across borders. The right structure ensures both flexibility and compliance.

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Financial Planning vs Investing: What’s the Real Difference?

Investing grows your money, but financial planning gives it direction. Understanding the difference can shape how effectively you build long-term wealth.

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Tax Harvesting Explained: How Investors Can Reduce Capital Gains Tax

Tax harvesting is a strategy that helps investors legally reduce the tax payable on their investments. By understanding how capital gains are taxed and when to realize gains or losses, investors can make their portfolios more tax-efficient without disrupting long-term goals.