May 20, 2024
Finance

Learn from Sidharth Malhotra: Become a financial Yodha with these 3 lessons

Yet another patriotic film about ‘Tiranga’ in your hearts? Shouldn’t a cliche like ‘Good Indian Soldier Tackles Pakistani Baddies’ be laid to rest already? But what if Amazon Prime Video and Dharma Productions bring you an oglefest? Ronit Roy is Major Surender Katyal who inspires his son to respect the soldier’s uniform, and the little

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Investors

What is ESG investing and how is this framework changing the investment landscape? MintGenie explains

Living a healthy lifestyle in a holistic sense has become one of the defining traits of our times. Interestingly, this idea is not just restricted to the ways we live. The idea has found huge acceptance even in the world of investments. Today, from sustainable living we are following the trend of sustainable investing. Sustainable

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Loans

Retirement planning: What is a reverse mortgage and how does it work? MintGenie explains

It is particularly beneficial for those senior citizens who require a consistent income source since the loan amount is not required to be repaid until the borrower either sells their home or moves out. What is a reverse mortgage? A reverse mortgage is a loan available to homeowners aged 62 or older, allowing them to

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Investment

Investing in a single financial instrument is risky, says Mukesh Kochar of AUM Capital

One should properly diversify the portfolio, but over or under-diversification will not work. Reasonable diversification is important, says Mukesh Kochar, National Head of Wealth, AUM Capital. In an interview with MintGenie, Kochar said that investors must refrain from investing in a sole financial instrument or those of the same kind of instruments, as putting all

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Investment

4 unexpected investing lessons from 7-year-old learning to solve Rubik’s cube

Over the past month, my 6-year-old son and I have been learning how to solve the Rubik’s Cube – and here is something that got me thinking. It is incredibly difficult to solve the Rubik’s cube, much like navigating the complexities of investing. The cube has 43 quintillion combinations, and if you stare at it

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Finance

Why should you include debt instruments in your portfolios? Here are 5 key reasons

Navigating the Indian financial landscape can be akin to a thrilling yet complex journey. Amid the buzz around stocks and real estate, there lies a less talked about, yet crucial, investment avenue: debt instruments. For the discerning Indian investor, understanding and leveraging these instruments can be a game-changer. Let’s delve into why incorporating debt instruments

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Funds

Mutual Funds: How to leverage the potential of index funds in your portfolio? MintGenie explains

The dynamics of index funds have changed significantly in the last few years in India. With the proliferation of awareness initiatives and the introduction of innovative benchmark schemes by mutual fund houses, investors are exploring this universe with active interest. Simply put, index funds replicate a stock market index in terms of a portfolio. For

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Loans

For loans upto ₹50 lakh, interest subsidy should be raised, says Atul Monga of Basic Home Loan

To gauge the government’s stance on home loan interest rates in Budget 2024, homebuyers and industry experts should closely monitor official statements, policy announcements, and economic indicators, says Atul Monga, CEO and Co-founder, Basic Home Loan. In an interview with MintGenie, Monga said that reviving expired incentives, such as tax breaks, is crucial for affordable housing.

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Investors

The key stock investment principles by Bruce C Greenwald: 4 lessons you should know

Investors are currently enjoying a favourable environment. With high levels of optimism and the economy progressing positively, it’s understandable that investor confidence is on the rise. Yet, reshaping the stock market according to expectations is no simple task. Identifying promising stocks demands a thorough valuation process. Bruce C Greenwald, the founding director of the Heilbrunn

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Finance

10 essential rules of personal finance that you should follow

Personal finance is the art of managing one’s money to achieve financial goals and maintain financial well-being. It involves budgeting, saving, investing, and making informed decisions about income and expenses. Essential aspects include creating a budget to allocate funds wisely, establishing an emergency fund for unforeseen circumstances, and strategically managing debt. Insurance and retirement planning

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