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Planning a Rs 1 crore corpus in 10 years? Here’s how to optimise your mutual fund portfolio
Building long-term wealth through mutual funds requires a prudent mix of asset allocation, disciplined investing, and regular portfolio reviews.
Groww Q4 Results: Profit soars 122% YoY to Rs 686 crore, cashing in on market crash and Iran war
Groww Q4 Results: Groww's parent company, Billionbrains Garage Ventures, announced a significant 122% year-on-year profit increase to Rs 686 crore for the March quarter. Revenue also surged 87% to Rs 1,505 crore. This strong performance was fueled by user growth and increased trading activity, especially in derivatives. Customer assets on the platform grew substantially, demonstrating continued investor confidence and platform engagement.
Best arbitrage mutual funds to invest in April 2026
Arbitrage mutual funds offer attractive after-tax returns for investments held over a year, taxed at 12.5% like equity funds. These funds exploit price differences between cash and derivatives markets, with volatility potentially boosting opportunities. They are suitable for investors not wanting to time interest rates.
Some small cap funds reopen, others stay closed: 5 key investor takeaways
Small-cap funds, which previously gated inflows due to stretched valuations and excessive liquidity, are now reopening. While some funds have lifted restrictions, others, particularly larger ones, maintain them, citing capacity constraints and liquidity risks. Investors should view these actions as risk management, not market timing signals.
Started investing in your 40s-50s? Compensate for lost years with higher savings and disciplined investing
The good thing is that you would be earning well in your 40s and 50s. Combine this with the fact that many of your other goals would have been by now largely (if not fully) managed. So you can invest more as the surplus is there.
Traders ready to put war behind, dial up the risk
Investors are increasingly favoring riskier debt, including BBB-rated bonds and higher-rated junk bonds, as they anticipate a prolonged truce between Iran and the US. This shift signals growing optimism for peace in West Asia and a belief in the improving credit quality of these companies. Despite this, a cautious approach remains, with money managers still acknowledging potential risks ahead.
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In times of war: Take a risk or manage it; different, yet same. 6 small-caps from different sectors with upside potential of up to 29%
Picking the right stock is easier said than done. Especially when valuations are not cheap and noise levels are high. When we say noise levels, it is all about narrative. Think of someone asking you to invest in the market at a time when there is war going on and crude oil prices have moved much higher than anyone had expected.
MDBs to deepen collaboration to support nations amid heightened global uncertainty
Global development banks are joining forces to help countries navigate economic challenges. They are combining resources and knowledge to manage immediate pressures and build future resilience. The banks are ready to provide timely support to manage risks and protect vulnerable populations. Collaboration will focus on private sector growth, job creation, and sustainable development.
FIIs grow more wary of India as FX curbs hit bonds, earnings risks haunt equities
Foreign investors face higher costs and complexity hedging against rupee swings due to India's forex rules. This, coupled with war-related earnings concerns, is impacting Indian bonds and equities. Overseas investors have sold Indian government debt and shares. Lingering currency stability worries and high oil prices are dampening sentiment.
ETMarkets PMS Talk| No emotional bias, quant model drove 20% FY26 performance: Rohan Mehta
The Growth Mantra PMS Fund delivered strong returns of around 20% in FY26. Its success stems from a disciplined, data-driven investment strategy. This quant-led framework removes emotional bias, focusing on identifying high-performing stocks through price momentum, earnings strength, and sectoral outperformance. The fund systematically exits underperformers, adapting to market changes and identifying emerging leaders.
ETMarkets AIF Talk| 3M framework helps us identify sustainable compounders: Rajesh Kothari
Amid market volatility, Rajesh Kothari advocates a disciplined stock-picking approach using his 3M framework—Market Size, Market Share, and Margin of Safety—to identify high-quality companies with strong long-term compounding potential.
Best aggressive hybrid mutual funds to invest in April 2026
Hybrid mutual funds, particularly aggressive hybrid schemes, offer resilience in volatile markets due to their equity and debt mix. These funds, mandated to invest 65-80% in stocks and 20-35% in debt, help conservative equity investors manage risk while aiming for wealth creation. Regular profit booking by fund managers can also enhance returns.
Small & micro-caps charge to the front, bluechips need a FPI reload
Indian small and micro-cap stocks are bouncing back strongly after the West Asia conflict. Mid-cap shares are also nearing their pre-war highs. This recovery is powered by local investors returning to these beaten-down stocks. However, large blue-chip companies are still lagging behind. Foreign investors' caution towards India is limiting their gains.
No cause for concern at HDFC Bank: InGovern
HDFC Bank's financial health and leadership remain robust even after the resignation of its part-time chairman. Investors can be assured of the bank's financial strength and earning capacity. The bank's balance sheet is low risk and its dividend policy is clear. The board structure aligns with global standards for large banks.
Vikas Khemani bets big on IndiGo, BHEL, and PSU banks amid market volatility
Vikas Khemani of Carnelian Asset Management outlines his investment strategy amid market volatility. He favors mid and large-cap stocks, with selective contra plays like IndiGo. Khemani prefers conventional power enablers over renewables and emphasizes company selection in banking. He maintains his market cap mix and avoids fads and unproven businesses. His approach centers on conviction, quality, and patience.
ETMarkets AIF Talk| Performing credit emerges as core portfolio allocation for investors: Amit Dharod
India’s private credit market is emerging as a key part of alternative investments, supported by structural changes in lending and rising demand for stable returns. Once a niche, performing credit is becoming a core allocation, driven by a funding gap in mid-market firms and the flexibility of AIFs to provide customised financing.
Building a balanced crypto portfolio: how amana is empowering the new-age investor
Cryptocurrency has matured into a recognized asset class, with Bitcoin and Ethereum leading institutional adoption and market volumes. amana facilitates robust, diversified portfolios by offering access to over 325 digital assets across various sectors, emphasizing structured strategies and risk management for confident investing.
War or no war: 5 ways to profit in a volatile stock market driven by geopolitics
Markets have been driven more by geopolitical headlines than fundamentals in recent weeks, with sharp swings triggered by developments around the Iran conflict. Despite a partial recovery, indices remain below earlier levels and elevated oil prices continue to pose risks. In this volatile environment, experts stress that disciplined investing matters more than trying to predict market moves.
Best value funds to invest in April 2026
Value investing has dominated the Indian stock market, with value funds delivering strong returns while growth funds lagged. While simple in concept, value investing requires patience as market discovery can be slow and unpredictable. Investors are advised to limit value fund exposure to 20% and only invest if they can wait patiently for potential gains.
Quote of the day by David Tepper: "I am the animal at the head of the pack. I either get eaten, or I get the good grass."
David Tepper's 'animal at the head of the pack' philosophy highlights the survival-driven mindset needed in finance. It emphasises bold, opportunistic bets during market stress, focusing on contrarian thinking, risk acceptance, and decisive action to seize opportunities rather than succumbing to fear.
Why Sahi is the right platform for futures and options trading in India
Sahi is a new trading platform designed specifically for Indian futures and options traders, addressing common issues like execution delays and fragmented screens. It offers single-screen workflows, built-in risk management, and research-backed trade ideas to enhance trading efficiency and discipline.
Smallcap stocks have already erased Iran war losses. Is a bluechip breakout next?
India’s smallcap index has recovered above pre-war levels following the US-Israel-Iran conflict, while the Nifty and midcaps still trade below their late-February peaks, highlighting a sharp market divergence. The smallcap gauge has surged 2.3% to 16,051.40, supported by strong domestic participation. The trend reflects shifting equity ownership patterns, though questions remain on whether the rally can sustain or broaden further.
How Binance is bringing 24/7 trading to traditional markets
With TradFi Perpetual Contracts, Binance has introduced round-the-clock trading for stocks, commodities, and indices. A look at why this matters, and what it means for Indian retail investors.
The Wealth Company MF unveils SIF brand, launches two funds with differentiated strategies
The Wealth Company Mutual Fund, part of the Pantomath Group, has launched its SIF brand ‘WSIF’ along with two new funds featuring differentiated long-short strategies. The new fund offerings aim to combine equity investing with tactical hedging approaches, marking the fund house’s entry into the emerging Specialised Investment Funds category.
Capital market stocks: Time to change strategy? 10 stocks from different parts of the ecosystem
The capital market infrastructure sector has grown into a full-fledged, publicly-traded ecosystem. Today, investors can pick from exchanges, depositories, registrar and transfer agents, commodity platforms, and at least five asset management companies. All of them listed, all of them profitable, and all of them with the same structural tailwind: The financialisation of Indian household savings. But have we reached a stage where the strategy needs a re-look?
Best focused mutual funds to invest in April 2026
Investors seeking higher returns may consider focused equity mutual funds. These schemes invest in a maximum of 30 stocks, allowing fund managers to take significant positions. While successful stock picks can lead to substantial gains, poor choices carry greater risk. Investors with a higher risk appetite and a seven-year horizon are advised to explore these options.
ET Classroom: Rethinking returns in a volatile market
Equities may no longer solely drive portfolio returns due to slowing growth and high valuations. Investors should diversify across asset classes like debt, gold, and international equities to manage risk and achieve stable returns. Expectations should shift towards risk-adjusted returns, with 8-10% potentially being reasonable in the current volatile market.
Best flexi cap mutual funds to invest in April 2026
Flexi cap mutual funds offer fund managers the flexibility to invest across market capitalizations and sectors, making them suitable for moderate investors seeking long-term wealth creation with a five to seven-year horizon.
Good time to start SIPs: ICICI Prudential AMC's Sankaran Naren explains why markets are more attractive now
Sankaran Naren explains why markets are more attractive but unlikely to deliver outsized returns and shares his macro-driven approach with Sanket Dhanorkar.
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