Why a chemical engineer’s simple investment mantra attracts thousands of followers

Why a chemical engineer’s simple investment mantra attracts thousands of followers

The 53-year-old, a chemical engineer at a Gujarat-based fertiliser company, aims to maintain 50% allocation each in equity and debt. “I am a firm believer of ‘keep it simple, stupid’ (KISS). I am not in the race of generating alpha. I should have enough corpus that when I need it I have it,” he says. … Read more

Top Stock Recommendations: Dharmesh Shah of ICICI Securities suggests buying Tata Power and Oil India tomorrow

Top Stock Recommendations: Dharmesh Shah of ICICI Securities suggests buying Tata Power and Oil India tomorrow

According to reports, traders stated that continuing outflows of foreign funds, a falling rupee, and rising global crude prices further weighed on sentiments.  Sectoral indices were mixed bag; the Nifty Consumer Durables index finished 1.72% higher than the Nifty Financial Services index, which ended 0.89% lower. India VIX recovered as well at 10.92 levels. On Friday, the … Read more

New upgradable ATMs to be introduced soon; details here

New upgradable ATMs to be introduced soon; details here

Hitachi Payment Services has announced the launch of an upgradable ATM machine in India. These ATMs can be upgraded to a Cash Recycling Machine (CRM) at any time. Manufactured under the ‘Make in India’ initiative, these ATMs offer flexibility and efficiency to banks. Hitachi Payment Services claims that this is the first upgradable ATM in … Read more

Week Ahead: Q4 Results, US Fed Policy, Auto sales, global cues among key market triggers this week

Week Ahead: Q4 Results, US Fed Policy, Auto sales, global cues among key market triggers this week

Indian stock markets rebounded after two weeks of profit-taking and gained over a per cent. The week kicked off on an upbeat note, buoyed by positive cues from the global markets. However, volatility ensued as the week progressed, with the markets grappling with uncertainties surrounding mixed earnings.  A sharp surge on Thursday further eased concerns … Read more

4 fixed income sources every Gen Z needs for stability

4 fixed income sources every Gen Z needs for stability

The most immediate benefit of a fixed income is its contribution to effective budgeting. With a predictable paycheck, Gen Z can allocate funds for essential expenses like rent, utilities, groceries, and transportation. This allows them to plan their spending more effectively, ensuring they can meet their basic needs without living paycheck to paycheck.  Additionally, knowing … Read more

FPIs dump ₹6,304 crore in Indian equities over US macro data, extend selloff in debt markets; What lies ahead?

FPIs dump ₹6,304 crore in Indian equities over US macro data, extend selloff in debt markets; What lies ahead?

Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) have tuned net sellers in Indian markets ever since reducing their momentum of buying this month with the onset of the new fiscal 2024-25 (FY25). This comes after reporting solid inflows in the previous fiscal. However, experts are doubtful if the inflows will continue as US bond yields are likely to … Read more

Tortured Poets Department: 5 valuable money lessons from Taylor Swift’s new album

Tortured Poets Department: 5 valuable money lessons from Taylor Swift’s new album

So the question is, does a smart investor need to care about the multi record breaking, American singer songwriter who seems to be unstoppable? How do you join the worldwide band of ‘Swifties’ after so many years of missing out on her music even though you are reading this for money lessons? Tortured Poets Department … Read more

Dividend Stocks: ABB India, CRISIL, 360 One WAM, among others to trade ex-dividend next week; check full list

Dividend Stocks: ABB India, CRISIL, 360 One WAM, among others to trade ex-dividend next week; check full list

Dividend Stocks: Shares of some companies such as ABB India, CRISIL Ltd, 360 One WAM, among others will trade ex-dividend in the coming week starting from Monday, April 29. . Along with these, some other firms will also trade ex-split, ex-rights, and ex-bonus, according to data on the BSE. The ex-dividend date is the day … Read more

How to stay protected from pig butchering financial scams? Here are 7 key steps

How to stay protected from pig butchering financial scams? Here are 7 key steps

In simpler terms, pig butchering is a version of smishing where scammers use social media platforms for cyber theft. As the name suggests, the victim is being ‘fattened up’ through validation and friendship before ‘butchering’ i.e. stealing of funds. A simple ‘Hi/Hello’ on a social media platform from a stranger’s profile can turn into a … Read more

IREDA share price: Experts see big upside in PSU stock after central government’s ‘Navratna’ accord. Should you buy?

IREDA share price: Experts see big upside in PSU stock after central government's 'Navratna' accord. Should you buy?

IREDA share price: Shares of Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency (IREDA) Ltd will be in focus on Monday when the Indian stock market reopens after the weekend close. The reason for this PSU stock to remain on focus is the latest ‘Navratna status’ being accorded to the state-owned company by the Government of India (GoI). … Read more