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HDFC Mutual Fund has launched a new fund offer (NFO), HDFC BSE India Sector Leaders Index Fund. It is a passive scheme which aims to track the BSE India Sector Leaders Index. The fund will invest in top 3 companies by market capitalization from each sector. For example, in financial services, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank...

Global equity markets have been volatile in 2025 due to trade policies of the United States administration, tariffs, counter-tariffs and geopolitical tensions arising from conflicts in different regions of the world. Rapidly shifting geo-political dynamics and realignments create both risks and opportunities...

Aditya Birla Sun Life Flexi Cap Fund completed 27 years since its launch. One of the oldest diversified equity mutual fund schemes in the country, the fund has a has enviable track record of wealth creation. If you invested Rs 1 lakh in the fund at the time of its inception, your investment would have multiplied...

The equity market is in a consolidation phase after the Government's GST reform and Fed Rate cut helped stocks to counter the tariff headwinds. Market has rebounded on hopes of a trade deal between India and the US. Relative P/B of large caps suggests stretched small & mid-cap valuations. (See charts below) With India...

The Bajaj Finserv Consumption Fund, an open-ended equity scheme focused on India's consumption theme was launched in November 2024. In this article we will highlight the fund's investment strategy, market trends, and potential benefits for investors. Domestic consumption is one of the most important themes of the India's...

Midcap funds have always been popular with retail investors. Its popularity has only grown further in recent years with midcap funds overtaking large cap funds to become the category with second highest assets under management (AUM) among diversified equity funds. The reason midcap funds are popular with investors...

The greatest dilemma faced by investors is balancing investment styles in different market phases. Many investors diversify funds but often overlook style diversification. Portfolios with varied styles can reduce volatility and enhance long-term returns. Style diversification captures multiple market trends and...

Equity market rebounded in September in the wake of GST rate rationalization. After three consecutive months of sell-off, FIIs turned net buyers in October with Rs 6,480 crores of net equity purchase till MTD 17th October 2025 (source: NSDL). While the market recovery has been broad based, the market has to contend with...

The equity market rebounded after GST rates were slashed in September. After 3 months of sell-off, FII turned net buyers in October with over Rs 4,300 crores net purchase of equities in October (month to data, as on 15th October 2025, source: NSDL). The market is expected a boost in consumption in the festive season and...

Diwali, the festival of lights, marks not just the triumph of light over darkness, but also the spirit of renewal, prosperity, and good fortune. Just as we light diyas to dispel darkness from our surroundings, Diwali also invites us to remove the shadows of financial indiscipline and illuminate our path toward prosperity...