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Sanjay Kumar

Sanjay Kumar

Sanjay Kumar

The writer is professor and co-director of Lokniti, a research programme at the Centre for the Study of Developing Societies

The writer is professor and co-director of Lokniti, a research programme at the Centre for the Study of Developing Societies

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Pausing SIP set to become simpler; more fund houses to offer option

Many fund houses don't yet offer the pause facility but are scrambling to put one in place for investors

Pausing SIP set to become simpler; more fund houses to offer option
Updated On : 09 Apr 2020 | 1:55 AM IST

Arbitrage funds give liquid-plus returns at low risk if held for long term

Post-tax returns are likely to be higher if you hold these funds for a year

Arbitrage funds give liquid-plus returns at low risk if held for long term
Updated On : 06 Apr 2020 | 11:51 PM IST

Working from home? HR experts offer a few tips on staying productive

You will have to revamp both your work practices and technology tools to stay as productive working from home as you are at the office

Working from home? HR experts offer a few tips on staying productive
Updated On : 02 Apr 2020 | 6:35 PM IST

Don't respond to the global rout by selling your foreign equity investments

The logic of geographical diversification of portfolio remains valid even today

Don't respond to the global rout by selling your foreign equity investments
Updated On : 23 Mar 2020 | 2:05 AM IST

What vehicle owners can do to maximise their no-claim bonus: Experts answer

With motor insurance premiums set to rise, opting for a voluntary deductible will reduce costs

What vehicle owners can do to maximise their no-claim bonus: Experts answer
Updated On : 20 Mar 2020 | 12:40 AM IST

Cryptocurrency exchanges will go live soon. Are you ready to invest?

Extreme volatility means they should form only a limited portion of your portfolio

Cryptocurrency exchanges will go live soon. Are you ready to invest?
Updated On : 16 Mar 2020 | 1:00 AM IST

Investors should stay away from firms in sectors impacted by coronavirus

For an investor through the systematic investment plan route, timing does not matter so much

Investors should stay away from firms in sectors impacted by coronavirus
Updated On : 13 Mar 2020 | 12:50 AM IST

Women need to take charge of their financial lives: Three achievers speak

Three achievers from the financial services underline the importance of striving for financial independence on the occasion of International Women's Day, 2020

Women need to take charge of their financial lives: Three achievers speak
Updated On : 09 Mar 2020 | 1:44 AM IST

Delhi riots underline why its important for businessmen to buy extra cover

A businessman, who owns a shop, factory, or godown can protect them by buying a standard fire and special perils policy. It provides cover against loss or damage due to riots, strikes

Delhi riots underline why its important for businessmen to buy extra cover
Updated On : 06 Mar 2020 | 2:41 PM IST

Coronavirus impact: Investors can buy good stocks but in limited quantities

Buy good stocks in small quantities, as there could be more pain

Coronavirus impact: Investors can buy good stocks but in limited quantities
Updated On : 01 Mar 2020 | 10:39 PM IST

You're an investment advisor or want to become one? The bar just got raised

Complying with the new norms will take a lot of effort and readjustment by existing advisors

You're an investment advisor or want to become one? The bar just got raised
Updated On : 28 Feb 2020 | 4:12 PM IST

Make an evidence-based choice between the old and new income tax regimes

Those who can cross certain thresholds of deduction will be better off sticking to the old regime

Make an evidence-based choice between the old and new income tax regimes
Updated On : 24 Feb 2020 | 12:03 AM IST

Explained: How concentrated index makes CPSE ETF risky for investors

Among the positives of the offer, the Nifty CPSE Index's valuations are more reasonable than that of front line indices

Explained: How concentrated index makes CPSE ETF risky for investors
Updated On : 31 Jan 2020 | 1:58 AM IST

Who gains and who loses if FM changes tax norms in the coming Budget

Based on market intelligence, we outline three scenarios that may pan out in the Budget proposals this year, and assess their impact on your pocket

Who gains and who loses if FM changes tax norms in the coming Budget
Updated On : 27 Jan 2020 | 9:07 AM IST

How RBI has empowered card customers with an additional layer of security

The option to switch on and off international or online usage gives an additional layer of security

How RBI has empowered card customers with an additional layer of security
Updated On : 22 Jan 2020 | 10:51 PM IST

Don't put your money in last year's winners while investing in debt funds

The bulk of your portfolio should be in funds that avoid both credit and duration risk

Don't put your money in last year's winners while investing in debt funds
Updated On : 19 Jan 2020 | 8:32 PM IST

Gold rally to continue for some time, book some profit now: Experts

Massive purchases by central banks have been another driver of demand for the yellow metal

Gold rally to continue for some time, book some profit now: Experts
Updated On : 15 Jan 2020 | 9:47 PM IST

Your tax-saving investments must be in sync with your larger financial plan

Keep in mind your asset allocation, risk appetite and investment horizon when selecting your tax-saving plans

Your tax-saving investments must be in sync with your larger financial plan
Updated On : 12 Jan 2020 | 8:07 PM IST

Why first-time health insurance buyers should go for Arogya Sanjeevani

As affordability grows, port to a higher-end health cover or buy a top-up plan

Why first-time health insurance buyers should go for Arogya Sanjeevani
Updated On : 08 Jan 2020 | 10:08 PM IST

Stay diversified with multi-asset funds, invest with 5-10 years in mind

But investors who want the flexibility to alter their asset allocation may avoid these 3-in-1 funds

Stay diversified with multi-asset funds, invest with 5-10 years in mind
Updated On : 07 Jan 2020 | 3:09 AM IST