INVESTING STRATEGY
AlphaGrep receives Sebi’s in-principle approval to sponsor mutual fund
AlphaGrep Securities, a leading quantitative investment firm specializing in systematic strategies, has announced that it has received the in-principle approval from SEBI to sponsor a mutual fund.
Volatility ahead, but oil spike from low base not inflationary yet: Sandip Sabharwal
Sandip Sabharwal suggests market reactions indicate a limited impact from the West Asia conflict, viewing corrections as buying opportunities, particularly in domestic sectors like financials and industrials. While a crude oil spike to $85-90 could pose challenges, current levels are manageable.
Before the billionaire: Warren Buffett’s private playbook on becoming wealthy
Warren Buffett’s early partnership letters offer timeless investing wisdom: ignore the crowd, value discipline over hype, and prioritize capital protection. He focused on deep analysis, not timing, buying undervalued assets with a margin of safety. His success came from patience, independence, and long-term thinking—not market trends or excitement.
Diversifying your portfolio across mutual fund investment styles can get you better returns: Here’s why
Momentum, value, or quality? A fund’s style could be decisive for your portfolio.
ET Women's Forum: No finance degree, no guru. Take a SIP of confidence, start walk to freedom
At The Economic Times Women's Forum, experts emphasized that financial independence empowers women to control their lives. The discussion highlighted the need for increased financial literacy, challenging societal norms, and encouraging women to actively participate in investment decisions. Speakers advocated for starting small, diversifying investments, and promoting female role models in finance to drive lasting change.
Stocks, Bonds & Correlation Chaos: Rethinking the 60/40 strategy
The concept of the 60/40 investment portfolio, which typically refers to an allocation of 60% in stocks and 40% in bonds, has long been the cornerstone of investing by retail and institutional investors.
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Still struggling financially? CA says these everyday habits might be why
A Chartered Accountant highlighted self-sabotaging habits hindering financial stability, including obsessive market monitoring that fuels anxiety and impulsive decisions. Gambling disguised as entrepreneurship and excessive alcohol consumption further derail wealth-building efforts. Time wasted on meaningless conversations and starting multiple projects without mastery also contribute to financial stagnation, emphasizing the need for discipline and focus.
Bajaj Finance stock split, bonus issue: Here's how your 10 shares will turn into 100
To be eligible, you must hold shares in your Demat account by the close of market on Friday, June 13, as the official record date is Monday, June 16.
Big Tech’s acqui-hire strategy heats up as demand for AI talent soars
In the last two years, large technology players have been acquiring AI startups for their technology teams. Microsoft paid $650 million in a licensing deal to Inflection AI, whose cofounder Mustafa Suleyman is now heading Microsoft AI. In a similar licensing deal, Amazon hired AI startup Adept cofounder David Luan and others who joined Amazon's AGI team.
Looking for stable returns and tax efficiency?
Income + Arbitrage Fund of Funds offer a blend of debt and arbitrage strategies, aiming for stable returns and tax efficiency. These funds invest in debt for steady income and use arbitrage to capitalize on market differences. Ideal for those seeking moderate risk and better tax-adjusted returns than traditional fixed income options, especially with a medium-term investment horizon.
Best value funds to invest in June 2025
When you are following value investing principles, there may be periods when your stocks would underperform in the market. All you need to do at that time is just to stick to your strategy and wait patiently. However, the last few years taught investors that it is not easy to follow. Many investors lost patience and they sold their investments.
GameStop shares plunge as company eyes Bitcoin with new bond offering — investors left scratching heads
GameStop plans to raise $1.75 billion by selling bonds to invest more in bitcoin and other business areas. The company already bought over 4,700 bitcoins. However, its shares fell as investors worry if this plan will help after recent sales dropped.
NFO Alert: Mirae Asset Mutual Fund launches funds focused on dynamic allocation and financial sector fixed income strategy
Mirae Asset Mutual Fund has launched two NFOs: a dynamic fund of funds blending arbitrage and debt strategies, and a passively managed debt index fund tracking AAA-rated financial services with 9–12-month maturity. Both target low-risk, tax-efficient returns, catering to evolving market and liquidity conditions with minimum investments starting at Rs 5,000.
PMS Tracker: Top 15 funds gain up to 16.5% in May; Elever, Axis strategies lag
PMS returns May 2025: At least 15 PMS strategies posted over 13% returns in May 2025, led by Money Grow Asset’s Small Midcap strategy. Smallcap and thematic funds rebounded strongly, while quant-based and sectoral strategies underperformed, widening the performance gap among portfolios.
Best focused mutual funds to invest in June 2025
According to Sebi norms, focused equity mutual fund schemes must invest in a portfolio of maximum 30 stocks. These schemes have no other restrictions when it comes to investing- like flexi cap schemes they can invest in any market capitalisations and sectors. If that investment strategy appeals to you, you can get to know more about focused equity schemes.
Big firms, bigger bets on crypto
US companies, facing slow growth, are increasingly drawn to crypto treasury operations, spurred by investor enthusiasm and regulatory hurdles in direct crypto purchases. While early adopters see significant stock performance, latecomers risk leverage-related losses.
Selectivity is key as markets enter narrow, range-bound phase: Dipan Mehta
Dipan Mehta suggests that the market's consolidation follows the RBI's positive policy move, anticipating improved corporate earnings due to lower tax rates and a potentially better monsoon. The market's future hinges on the outcome of the US-China trade talks and potential tariffs. Mehta emphasizes a shift towards selective stock picking as market movements become more narrow.
Corporate Bitcoin sell-off incoming? Market signals hint that big players could be preparing to exit soon
Bitcoin's price surge, fueled by corporate treasury investments, may face a potential market risk. A new analysis indicates that a mass corporate sell-off could be triggered if Bitcoin falls below $90,000. Standard Chartered reports that many newer investors bought Bitcoin at higher prices than early entrants.
The ₹1 crore illusion: Why financial advisor Akshat Shrivastava says your money won’t be worth what you think in the future
Finance educator Akshat Shrivastava warns that many people are unknowingly losing money each year due to inflation and unchecked currency printing. Using a relatable example of a falling flat price, he explains how the value of money is quietly eroding over time. He urges people to invest in assets that can outpace inflation and to develop financial awareness. His message is simple but urgent: if you don’t understand how money works, your wealth may be slipping away without you even realising it.
Earnings outlook to get better in 4-6 months stage set for better DII & FII flows: Karthik Kumar
Karthik Kumar of Axis Mutual Funds says the trickle-down effect of the rate cuts we will see a few months down the line. The earning outlook would improve in four to six months and at that time the market will start trending upwards. The macros for FIIs – in terms of expected policy path for interest rates in the US, the dollar weakness -- to some extent are positive from a flow perspective.
Bajaj Finserv appoints Kotak's veteran fund manager Lakshmi Iyer as President of Investments
Bajaj Finserv Ltd has named Lakshmi Iyer as Group President of Investments, effective August 1, 2025. With 27 years in financial services, she was formerly CEO of Investments and Strategy at Kotak Mahindra Bank. An NMIMS alumna, she succeeds Purav Jhaveri, who has led the role since 2020 and previously worked with Franklin Templeton Investments, USA.
Sold on gold? Silver may steal the spotlight as charts turn bullish and dollar weakens
Silver is poised for a potential record-breaking surge, surpassing $36 per ounce for the first time in 13 years, driven by technical strength and a weakening dollar. Analysts anticipate silver outperforming gold, potentially reaching $50 by year-end. Favorable technical patterns and expectations of easing trade tensions further fuel the bullish outlook for the white metal.
Robert Kiyosaki claims the poor stay poor for ignoring 2 crucial money laws — here’s what he says you must follow
Robert Kiyosaki shares insights on wealth creation and emphasises understanding Gresham's Law and Metcalfe's Law. Kiyosaki advises investing in assets like gold, silver, and Bitcoin.
Overseas luxury real estate: Here’s why it is catching the eyes of HNIs
Overseas luxury real estate is a high-involvement play. It demands due diligence, regulatory awareness, and trusted local partnerships. Done right, a home abroad can be more than a financial asset. It becomes a gateway to global living, future-proofing one’s wealth, and passing on a legacy with international roots.
Know Your Fund Manager | Jitendra Sriram, Senior Fund Manager - Equity, Baroda BNP Paribas Mutual Fund
Jitendra Sriram, Senior Fund Manager at Baroda BNP Paribas Mutual Fund, shares his journey from engineering to finance, highlighting the influence of India's economic liberalization on his career. He manages significant assets across various equity and hybrid schemes, employing a BMV framework focusing on business resilience, management competence, and valuation.
Exclusive | Raamdeo Agrawal reveals his simple 2-step formula for finding multibagger stocks
Raamdeo Agrawal reveals his two-step formula for identifying multibagger stocks: early-stage tailwinds and good management, emphasizing the often misunderstood power of compounding. He cautions against overvaluing smallcaps and highlights the growing influence of informed retail investors in the Indian market. Agrawal advises focusing on long-term investments in businesses with strong leadership and emerging tailwinds.
Warren Buffett shifts gears: Dumps two major stocks, pours billions into Consumer Staples, here’s why
Warren Buffett's recent investment decisions reflect a nuanced response to evolving market dynamics, balancing caution with strategic repositioning.
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