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₹10,000 per month in PPF or SIP? Which builds more wealth in 15 years - A comparison of post-tax return

Rima invests in PPF, while Seema opts for an equity SIP. Rima's corpus may reach ₹32.5 lakh after 15 years, tax-free. Seema’s final amount fluctuates based on market returns, potentially achieving up to ₹46 lakh after tax, highlighting differing investment risk and reward dynamics.

2 min read29 Aug 2026
Money

Want higher returns without taking much more risk? Add equity, then gold

A study by WhiteOak Capital Mutual Fund reveals that diversification improves risk-adjusted returns. It shows that including a small equity allocation in a debt portfolio can enhance returns and lower volatility

3 min read25 Aug 2026
Money

Starting to invest at 25? 4 simple steps to build your financial roadmap

Rony, a 25-year-old first-time earner with low risk tolerance, is overwhelmed by investing. A structured four-step formula can guide him: maintain liquid funds for emergencies, prioritise insurance, allocate investments based on timelines, and track real returns to make informed decisions.

2 min read8 Aug 2026
Money

What India's investors can learn from South Korea's market meltdown

South Korea's AI-driven stock market boom turned into a sharp rout within weeks. Here's what Indian investors can learn about leverage, passive investing, diversification and FOMO.

6 min read5 Aug 2026
Money

The best way to navigate market volatility? Invest for milestones, not markets

Market volatility often fuels fear and greed, prompting costly investment mistakes. Goal-based investing shifts the focus from market moves to life milestones, helping investors stay disciplined.

3 min read28 Jul 2026
Money

Don't overpay for growth: Nippon Life AMC's Sailesh Raj Bhan on navigating India's next market cycle

After two years of valuation-led consolidation, Nippon Life AMC's equity CIO Sailesh Raj Bhan says improving earnings, reasonable valuations and a strong macro backdrop are creating fresh opportunities for long-term investors.

5 min read17 Jul 2026
Markets

Nifty Pharma jumps 14% YTD, outshines Nifty 50; is there more upside ahead?

The Nifty Pharma index has surged 14.53% YTD, outperforming the Nifty 50's 7.87% decline. Key drivers include improving earnings visibility and stable demand in domestic formulations, while geopolitical tensions and inflation concerns weigh on broader market sentiment.

4 min read15 Jul 2026
Markets

Markets tumble after Donald Trump ends ceasefire

The Nifty 50 fell 2.1% to 23,882, while the Sensex fell 2.1% to 76,503—their lowest levels since 30 March.

2 min read8 Jul 2026
Markets

Raja Venkatraman recommends three stocks for 30 June

Market expert Raja Venkatraman shares his top stock picks for 30 June. Here’s his technical outlook and trade strategy.

6 min read30 Jun 2026
Money

What should SIP investors do amid market volatility? From diversification to allocation — Here's what experts said

Amid market volatility, we asked experts what SIP investors can do to protect their portfolio. From emphasising continuance and review of portfolio to diversifying asset allocation — here's their advice…

4 min read28 Jun 2026