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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
But systematic withdrawal plan carries risk that retirees may overdraw
Select a player that offers complete transparency on both the transaction fee and the exchange rate it is going to levy
These are for long-term wealth; dynamic funds protect downside risk better
Those in higher tax bracket may shift to instruments offering indexation benefit
By giving landlords the confidence to rent their properties, it will augment supply, providing tenants with more choices
The category is volatile; take limited exposure to funds with quality portfolios
Investors should diversify into value funds, where managers look for margin of safety
The group life cover offered by banks could be your second option if you are unable to get a term plan due to health-related reasons
Make a small allocation, enhance exposure as more live data becomes available
Investors with low appetite for volatility must avoid it altogether
It is advisable to buy a policy that offers more comprehensive coverage
To safeguard your vehicle against a cyclone, supplement a comprehensive motor policy with a couple of add-ons
If your complaint has merit, the ombudsman, which is decidedly consumer-centric, could rule in your favour
Avoid over 5% exposure and have 5-7 years of investment horizon
Starting a fixed deposit may make a bank more willing to offer you a credit card
The elderly should try to enroll for the group cover provided by their child's employer
If you opt for restructuring, your interest cost will rise and there could be other charges
While benchmark rate can change any time, spread changes only in rare instances
The key is to develop an asset allocation plan and then fill each slot with an appropriate fund
Allocate 10-15% to these funds for a 10-year period, don't just rely on history