WEALTH GROWS SIP BY SIP: AUM and active accounts skyrocket 8x; monthly inflows achieve a 6x soar since 2016
Intensified redemption pressure came amid profit-taking by investors after a sharp market rally
Elevated MF returns, preference for SIPs led to net additions of 15 mn accounts
The National Stock Exchange (NSE) chief Ashishkumar Chauhan on Friday cautioned investors against high-risk derivatives or frequent trading in the stock market. "Avoid the pitfalls of high-risk derivatives or frequent trading in the stock market. Be a committed participant in India's growth story, and pave the way for a brighter future. Long term investments usually yield better results based on past experiences," the exchange's MD and CEO Chauhan said in a message to investors. At the same time, he asked investors to deal only with registered intermediaries and never invest in unregulated products. "Investment through the stock market is meant for long-term wealth creation. An unpleasant experience can dishearten even the most resilient investors, making it crucial to tread with caution if you are new to the stock market or not an expert," he added. Last month, Sebi chairperson Madhabi Puri Buch stated that she was 'confused and surprised' at investor interest in Futures and Optio
For those wary of market valuation, employing STP-placing funds in fixed-income mutual funds and gradually shifting to equity over 12-18 months-is a prudent strategy.
Monthly SIP investments have been going up consistently, rising from Rs 8,023 crore in January 2021 to Rs 17,073 crore in November 2023
The new fund offering has been open for subscription since December 5, 2023, and will close on December 15, 2023. The fund managers of the scheme are Anil Ghelani and Diipesh Shah
SIP account additions and SIP inflows from B30 have been growing at a faster pace than from T30
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The report is based on a detailed analysis using long-period data of S&P BSE Sensex TRI (last 27 years) and considers all those periods when equity market has fallen more than 20% from its top.
Average net SIP inflows in the first five months FY24 at Rs 6,170 crore, down from Rs 7,000 crore last fiscal
As of August-end, the benchmark Nifty50 had logged gains in each of the past five months starting March and has risen almost 14 per cent during the period
Eight Seven per cent of women opt for equity-oriented SIP investments, slightly below men at 89.9%.
Before you start investing, it is essential to cover the basics, i.e., emergency fund, term life insurance, and health insurance.
This segment attracting such inflows despite long term capital gain being taken away in the previous month is a strong indication of what is lying ahead
Systematic investment plan inflows are the cornerstone for the mutual fund industry's growth, he says
Systematic investment plans are a great way to invest in liquidity is an issue. What's more, they also reduce to impact of market volatility to some extent
SIP account redemptions were 36% higher than H1: Amfi
Don't exit growth-style funds as they may benefit next from a shift in investor preference