Sanjay Kumar

Planning to use algo trading? Key checks retail investors must make

Check back-test and live-trading data, drawdowns, and net-of-cost returns before you adopt an algo

Eyeing SpaceX, OpenAI stocks? Global investment platforms offer access

While selecting one, check the safeguards and the tax-reporting support offered by it

Eyeing SpaceX, OpenAI stocks? Global investment platforms offer access

While selecting one, check the safeguards and the tax-reporting support offered by it

BaaS lowers entry cost of EV ownership, but may not always be cheaper

Battery as a Service reduces the upfront cost of buying an electric vehicle, but recurring payments, contract terms and resale concerns mean it works best for users with moderate distance driving

Started retirement planning at 40? Here's how to catch up in time

Step up savings rate, build equity-heavy portfolio, and automate investments

Forty and behind on retirement savings? Here's a catch-up plan

Step up savings rate, build equity-heavy portfolio, and automate investments

Understand risks and liquidity constraints before investing in an SME IPO

Understand why listing day gains are harder to book than might appear

How to prevent rejection of EV insurance claim: Key precautions to take

As EV adoption rises, insurers warn that improper charging, unauthorised modifications, and delayed reporting can lead to claim rejection

Participating plans: Should they be in your investment portfolio?

Only highly conservative investors who are satisfied with steady but low returns over a long span may consider them

One more REIT now available, but are they the right instrument for you?

Interest rate cycle affects the attractiveness of REITs; a longer horizon is essential to overcome its impact

Benefits, pitfalls of maternity cover you should be aware of before buying

Watch out for sub-limits and waiting periods that often accompany this cover

What NPS' new asset allocation, withdrawal options mean for you

Surrender of annuity will be allowed only if it meets the terms of the contract

After run-up in precious metals, what steps should investors take?

Rebalance away from gold and silver and towards equity and debt

Pharma, healthcare funds are in recovery mode. Should you enter them now?

Hold existing investments if you have a long horizon; book partial profits if exposure exceeds 10 per cent

Corporate fixed deposits: Use laddering strategy to tackle rate uncertainty

Chasing high returns by investing in lower-rated instruments could result in loss of principal

₹1 crore-plus health covers offer safety, but affordability remains key

Health insurance premiums tend to rise rapidly at older age

As silver slides, punters should exit, long-term investors should buy dip

Those investing now should stagger their investments and enter with a long-term horizon

Mid, smallcap fund recovery may not sustain; experts urge cautious moves

New investors should enter only if they have the required investment horizon and risk appetite, not merely because these funds have rallied

Life insurance onboarding: Disclose ailments, habits; take tests if needed

Appoint a guardian for minor nominees; update nominations after major life events

Multi-asset fund-of-funds: Active option suits alpha, risk control seekers

Multi-asset FoFs offer diversification in one fund, but investors must weigh costs, tax rules, and active vs passive strategies before investing