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Anagh Pal

ARTICLES BY ANAGH PAL

Following the outbreak of war on 28 February, the Nifty India Defence Index saw renewed investor interest, with episodic spikes of 2-3% in single sessions.

Chasing rallies in defence and energy? Experts warn against it.

5 min read . 07 Apr 2026

Recency bias leads investors to treat recent market performance as the new normal, assuming current trends will continue while ignoring historical cycles and risks.

Your behaviour, not markets, drives returns

6 min read . 24 Mar 2026

Managing a retirement portfolio over a long horizon requires both a strategic and a tactical approach to asset allocation.

Why you must plan for a 30-year retirement

6 min read . 18 Mar 2026

Sebi’s proposed flexibilities around 'winding up' seek to balance liquidity concerns at the end of a fund’s tenure with investor protection. (Reuters)

Sebi’s AIF overhaul reshapes private market playbook for wealthy investors

5 min read . 03 Mar 2026

Careful planning and a simple investment strategy can help a person enjoy sabbatical without constant money worries.

How to fund a career break the right way

6 min read . 24 Feb 2026

Short-term F&O trading is already a difficult business for retail individuals. A higher securities transaction tax (STT) just makes it tougher.

STT hike further stacks the odds against retail traders

5 min read . 08 Feb 2026

Young professionals also tend to underestimate their risk of needing emergency medical care.

Your first salary, your first financial plan

5 min read . 30 Jan 2026

Experts say education planning works best when each product is used for a specific role. (AI-generated illustration)

Education inflation is relentless. Here’s how parents can keep up

5 min read . 22 Jan 2026

Income patterns, family responsibilities, and personal choices all shape how people prepare for life after full-time work. (AI-generated illustration)

Balancing life, money, and retirement: Mid-50s essential checklist

4 min read . 14 Jan 2026

Experts caution parents against draining retirement savings to fund overseas education. (AI-generated illustration)

A falling rupee is quietly rewriting the cost of studying abroad

4 min read . 08 Jan 2026

In India’s metros, educating a child has quietly become one of the biggest household expenses. (Mint)

Raising kids is hard. Paying school fees doesn’t have to be

6 min read . 29 Dec 2025

For couples without children, longevity risk isn’t simply about making sure the money doesn’t run out; it's about knowing they will be on their own in old age. Image: Pixabay

Two to tango: How child-free couples are rethinking retirement, health & legacy

5 min read . 18 Dec 2025

For an urban middle-class family, a dog or cat typically takes up 5-8% of annual household income if well cared for. (iStockphoto)

The real cost of pet parenthood: How to budget for a pet

6 min read . 10 Dec 2025

There’s no single formula — couples can either merge finances or contribute proportionately. (Pixabay)

Why your financial plan must change as your family grows

6 min read . 02 Dec 2025

The checklist for NRIs investing in property should begin with full title verification, covering ownership history, encumbrances and ongoing disputes, if any.

Remote property ownership is tough for NRIs. Here’s the fix.

6 min read . 26 Nov 2025

Freelancers don’t have HR teams protecting them in the background. Therefore, insurance serves as a personal safety net. (iStockPhoto)

Freelancing is tricky, managing money is trickier. Stay ahead with these hacks

6 min read . 26 Nov 2025

A new beginning starts with knowing exactly what you own, what you owe, and what you earn. (Pexel)

Reclaiming control: A woman’s financial playbook after divorce

4 min read . 12 Nov 2025

With the right insurance, support network, and legal measures, parents’ health can be taken care of, even from afar. (iStockphoto)

The NRI guide to stress-free healthcare for parents back home

5 min read . 27 Oct 2025

Welcoming a child brings immense joy to the family, but it also reshapes the monthly budget in ways many couples underestimate. (Pexels)

Binkies and budget: Prepping your wallet before the baby arrives

6 min read . 06 Oct 2025

Before you relocate, it's a good idea to review your financial safety net.

Relocating for work? Here's how to avoid going broke in a new city

4 min read . 22 Sept 2025