SEBI introduced the ‘skin-in-the-game’ rule which came into effect on October 01, 2021. The rule aims to align the interest of the ‘key personnel’ of asset management companies (AMCs) with that of the unitholders by making it mandatory for such employees to invest a certain portion of their compensation into units of schemes in which they…
India’s enduring love for gold is not only because of its immense cultural significance but also due to its repeatedly proven mettle as a safe-haven asset during economic uncertainties. Very recently, gold prices hit a record high of Rs 91,250 per 10 grams in the national capital. As of March 21, 2025, the MCX spot price per…
The Indian equity market started the financial year (FY) 2025 on a strong note. Equity markets witnessed a broad-based rally till September 2024 with stocks across the market cap range touching record high levels. The re-election of the NDA government at the centre assured stability in terms of reform measures. Moreover, a favourable monsoon boded well for…
Imagine a world where you do not have to search through stacks of documents to get your investment statements or fear losing important financial papers. Convenient, isn’t it? Well, that’s no longer a fantasy! In a first-of-its-kind initiative, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has launched a revolutionary facility-investors can now keep their demat…
In my recently published monthly review and outlook for gold, I had highlighted that the rally in gold is expected to continue in the near term supported by a weaker US Dollar during the month, rising inflation expectations in the US, along with lower rates and geoeconomic uncertainty. And indeed, gold prices continue to be on…
The Indian equities market has been characterized by steep fluctuations and increased uncertainty. Instead of following a definite upward or downward trend, the market has shown erratic behaviour. This volatility has made investors wonder if the market is near its bottom or if there is still room for further falls. In such a volatile climate, depending only…
The Indian equity market has been experiencing heightened volatility as of late, creating a challenging environment for investors. Headwinds such as U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariff tantrums instigating trade wars, rising crude oil prices, inflationary fears, a weakening rupee against the greenback, the possibility of economic slowdown, the anticipation of the U.S. Federal Reserve refraining from reducing…
Welcome to PersonalFN’s weekly analysis on diversified equity mutual funds! In this issue, we have analysed Tata Small Cap Fund, highlighting its performance, peer comparison, investment strategy, fundamentals, portfolio, and suitability. Tata Small Cap Fund is a growth-oriented scheme in the Small Cap Fund category that has exhibited a noteworthy track record since its inception and has outpaced many of its prominent peers,…
The Indian equity market has been rather volatile in the last couple of months with the benchmark indices experiencing steep declines and the bears tightening their grip. Recently, the bellwether, BSE Sensex, and Nifty 50 indices suffered through a 10-day losing streak – the longest in 29 years. The mid-cap and small-cap segments have been particularly hammered by the…
The Indian stock market in 2025 is experiencing increased volatility, with investors unsure about their investment plans. As global economic stress, geopolitical tensions, and inflationary fears are making front-page news, the possibility of generating stable returns is becoming harder to ensure. For those living on investments to cover basic expenses, unpredictable price swings can cause…
