Congratulations! You've built a substantial investment portfolio, with a healthy allocation towards equities. But as you approach retirement, a natural question arises: should you adjust your investment strategy? The answer, like most things in finance, isn't a one-size-fits-all. It depends on your individual circumstances, risk tolerance, and long-term goals. This blog delves into alternative investment [...]
The financial landscape of the modern world is marked by complexity, with investor sentiment being increasingly driven by data and analysis. Inflation, once viewed as a harbinger of economic instability, now requires a nuanced understanding. In this blog, we delve into the intricate relationship between inflation and the stock market, with insights drawn from diverse [...]
Today, we delve into the captivating world of money psychology, drawing inspiration from Morgan Housel's thought-provoking book, "The Psychology of Money." In this blog, we will explore key takeaways and anecdotes, woven together with real-life case studies, to understand the profound impact our emotions and behaviors have on our financial decisions. So, let's embark [...]
We are pleased to introduce "The Psychology of Money" by Morgan Housel, a remarkable book that delves into the intricate interplay between money and human behaviour. Housel, a highly regarded financial writer with extensive experience, explores the psychological aspects of money management, unveiling profound insights that challenge conventional wisdom. Through engaging storytelling and thought-provoking anecdotes, [...]
"But you need short-term paranoia to keep you alive long enough to exploit long-term optimism." The quote suggests that having a short-term "paranoia" about money, or being cautious and mindful in managing one's finances in the present, can help ensure financial stability and security in the long run. This allows individuals to be in [...]
People with financial knowledge and decision-making skills may make good financial decisions by applying problem-solving approaches, critical thinking, and a solid understanding of core financial facts and ideas. Investors with excellent financial knowledge and decision-making abilities can confidently analyze choices and make decisions for their financial situations, such as how and when to save and [...]
An interesting study analysed the quantum difference between investor returns and fund returns over a 20-year investing period. The gap between the fund’s returns versus what an average investor made stood at a stark 5% for equity investments. The same for debt funds was pegged at 0.40%. Notably, the gap is comparatively lower between SIP [...]
Investments can be a significant step towards securing your assets with long-term visions for better returns. Decision-making skills are one of the main requisites for every investor. At every stage, investors need to ensure they make the most appropriate choices that are not based on biases. You can manage factors influencing market conditions through in-depth [...]
The Indian financial landscape has witnessed significant changes over the last decade with the infusion of technology. Better known as Fintech in the domain, technology has changed much of how we originally carried out our financial transactions. We transitioned from going into the bank during business hours to making cash deposits using ATMs accessible around [...]
Our brain works in mysterious ways with all the unfathomable information it stores and processes. It all seems a little incomprehensible to an ordinary man. However, scientific beliefs indicate how specific mechanisms lead to the final outcome of a problem, and that explains why we do what we do. While doing math in classrooms, [...]
