Clifford Alvares

As investors brace for the announcement of election results, the Volatility Index is surging. Here's how to negotiate the turbulence

RBI's proposed centralised bill payment system is set to revolutionise how you pay your bills. This is the way it will work

Experts see first signs of choosy small investors coming back to the market, but these are still early days

These are currently rising faster than their large-cap counterparts. Yet, tread carefully and invest only in sound companies

Gilt funds as a category are more sensitive to interest-rate movements in the market. Hence, these might show higher volatility

Always watch the price paid for an acquisition and the strategic intention of a merger, say experts

Partially hedge your portfolio. This leaves room for upside, say experts

The big question on investors' minds is how to protect themselves from losses if the election springs a surprise or fractured mandate

Team ownership, sports facilities and teaming up with broadcasters are emerging as branding avenues

Some of these underperformed in the short term, but excelled over five years

With equity valuations attractive and interest rates high, investors need not worry, as they can counter volatility

Interview with Chief Investment Officer, Religare Invesco Mutual Fund

Re-calibrate your debt portfolio to take advantage of the high yields in the debt market

The stock market is dancing to the value tune these days. But what is it really?

High NPAs and limited ability to raise capital due to falling valuations and the govt's inability to put in money pose serious problems

It's the season for this and investors are getting hefty offers from promoters. Should you cash out?

If it is difficult to repay, try re-negotiating the payment terms to ease the burden

Growth is the second lowest in five years; but at 16.7 times its PE is lower than historical averages

But don't try to time the investment; look at 2 or 3-year products for better returns

Interview with Chief equity strategist, CLSA