Active Investing

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Why India trails US markets in passive investing adoption? Hemen Bhatia of Angel One AMC weighs in

Both asset management styles being poles apart, it has so happened that the right education regarding the benefits of passive investing has not been done due to conflicted asset management business models, says Hemen Bhatia of Angel One AMC.

5 min read18 Dec 2025
Money

What single malt whiskey can teach you about the spirit of active investing

Managing a portfolio of stocks that strives to beat its benchmark across market cycles isn’t too different from producing consistent, high-quality batches of whisky at a single malt distillery despite changes in the weather and raw materials.

4 min read3 Nov 2025
Money

Why small- and mid-caps deserve an active hand on the wheel

While passive strategies may look attractive during broad-based rallies, it’s during market dislocations that the value of active management becomes obvious.

3 min read12 Aug 2025
Money

Factor-based funds are catching on in India. Are they right for you?

Factor-based funds, also known as factor funds or smart beta strategies, select for specific factors such as momentum, value, volatility, quality and value, and blend the benefits of both active and passive investing.

3 min read6 Nov 2024
Money

Factor-based funds are catching on in India. Are they right for you?

Factor-based funds, also known as factor funds or smart beta strategies, select for specific factors such as momentum, value, volatility, quality and value, and blend the benefits of both active and passive investing.

3 min read6 Nov 2024