Investing Insights

Factor-Based Funds: What Are They, and Should You Invest in Them?

Till about a few years back, investors could choose from either active or passive funds. The proponents of active funds say they have the flexibility of selecting stocks and the potential to generate alpha over the benchmark index. The proponents of passive funds say they are low-cost solutions for market returns, specifically as active funds will find it increasingly difficult to beat the benchmark index in future. But what if you could combine the benefits of active and passive funds in a single scheme? That is what factor-based mutual funds in India offer. Recently, many AMCs have started offering factor funds. So, what are these and should you invest in them? Let us explore.

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With FinEdge, MUTUAL FUNDS Sabse Sahi Hai !

Every day, more and more smart investors are looking to invest in mutual funds nowadays. With more than 38 lakh crores of mutual fund investment as on date and more than 5.5 Lakh crore SIP mutual fund investment accounts, it’s an undisputed fact that “Mutual Funds Sahi Hai!!

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Should You Invest In Smallcap Mutual Funds

In December 2023, the smallcap funds got inflows of Rs. 3,857 crores. The inflows were the 2nd highest in the equity category after sectoral/thematic funds. So, why are investors rushing to invest in smallcap MFs, and should you also invest? Let us find out.

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:

How to use Mutual Funds for Retirement Planning

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

How a Mutual Fund Planner can help you to reach your financial goals

Planning for your financial goals is essential, and a mutual fund investment planner can help you create a structured approach. From setting up a comprehensive financial plan to automating savings through SIPs and stepping up your contributions, a planner ensures you stay on track and align your investments with your goals. Regular tracking can also boost your chances of success.

Five Mutual Fund Pitfalls to avoid

Mutual Fund investing can be tricky, especially if markets play spoilsport – and a lot of investors who seek out a mutual fund advisor online end up falling prey to investing biases. If you’re a Mutual Fund investor during these uncertain times, watch out for these 5 pitfalls.

How RBI Rate Hikes impact your Mutual Fund investments

Rising interest rates directly impact mutual fund investments, particularly debt funds, as bond prices drop in a high-rate environment, leading to lower returns, especially for long-maturity funds. While equity funds may also see short-term declines due to higher corporate borrowing costs and reduced liquidity, investors are advised to stay focused on goal-based investing, avoid market timing, and maintain SIPs to benefit from long-term cost averaging.

Five Mutual Fund categories worth considering right now

Navigating the post-COVID investment landscape can be challenging, but choosing the right mutual fund categories can help you balance risk and returns. From low-risk Arbitrage Funds to high-growth Small-Cap Funds, this guide explores five fund categories suited to different risk appetites, helping you make informed investment decisions.

How FinEdge is leveraging Tech during the COVID-19 pandemic

In these challenging times, FinEdge has leveraged technology to continue delivering seamless financial advice. From automatic triggers and paperless transactions to centralized research dissemination and robust customer engagement, technology has enabled us to serve our clients efficiently, even amid the COVID-19 crisis.

Why you need a Financial Advisor - now more than ever!

History tells us that stocks tend to outperform all asset classes over the long-term. But while paper returns from equities and equity mutual funds remain strikingly impressive, the unfortunate reality is that few investors actually end up reaping their rewards to the fullest possible extent. More often than not, the reason for this dichotomy between published and actual returns is the lack of support of a qualified, competent and unconflicted Financial Advisor acting on your behalf.

3 Reasons Why You Should Say No to Endowment Plans

The fact that a whopping Rs. 30 lakh crores of our collective household savings are parked in insurance policies is a good enough indicator of our nation’s affinity for traditional (endowment) insurance plans! But are these complex sounding policies that look great prima facie, actually good investments or risk coverage tools? We believe not. Here are three good reasons why you should say a big NO to traditional insurance policies.