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Mutual funds for long-term investors -  IV

Mutual funds for long-term investors - IV

Rediff.com   19 Nov 2007

Here's an analyses of 25 mutual funds that will create long-term value for you. In a 5 part series that began on September 29, here we present the fourth part of the mutual funds (that investors can buy for the long term) series.

Mutual funds for long-term investors -- V

Mutual funds for long-term investors -- V

Rediff.com   2 Nov 2007

In the final part of this five part series on top 25 mutual funds analysed by Value Research we produce the last best five mutual funds that investors can put their money in for the long term.

Mutual funds for long-term investors - III

Mutual funds for long-term investors - III

Rediff.com   31 Oct 2007

In the third part of this five part series on top 25 mutual funds analysed by Value Research we produce the next best five mutual funds that investors can put their money in for the long term.

Mutual funds for long-term investors -- II

Mutual funds for long-term investors -- II

Rediff.com   30 Oct 2007

In the second part of this five part series on top 25 mutual funds analysed by Value Research we produce the next best five mutual funds that investors can put their money in for the long term.

'Insider information won't work in the long run'

'Insider information won't work in the long run'

Rediff.com   29 Aug 2007

Sandeep Kothari, the fund manager for Fidelity Equity Fund and Fidelity Tax Advantage Fund, speaks about Peter Lynch, his team in India and why they have an edge over competition here.

How fund managers pick stocks

How fund managers pick stocks

Rediff.com   28 Aug 2007

Fidelity Equity Fund and Fidelity Tax Advantage Fund's manager Sandeep Kothari speaks about his investment philosophy and how he overcame the most difficult phase of his career.

The best and worst mutual funds

The best and worst mutual funds

Rediff.com   24 Aug 2007

Here is a list of the best and the worst mutual funds over a period of 1-year, 2-year, 3-year and 5-year return category.

How fund managers pick stocks for YOU

How fund managers pick stocks for YOU

Rediff.com   8 Aug 2007

S Nagnath, President and CIO of DSP Merrill Lynch Mutual Fund in an extensive interview talks about his fund's investment strategy, his team of fund managers and why some of his company's funds have a huge portfolio of 50 to 60 stocks.

Is investing in a micro-cap mutual fund risky?

Is investing in a micro-cap mutual fund risky?

Rediff.com   8 Aug 2007

S Nagnath, President and CIO of DSP ML Mutual Fund says that he is bullish on the real estate sector. He also explains his logic behind starting a micro-cap fund and why investors can put their money in the same.

Tempted by a theme fund? Listen up

Tempted by a theme fund? Listen up

Rediff.com   31 Jul 2007

As an investor, must realise is that your current funds may have sufficient exposure to the very sector and stocks that the theme is espousing.

Theme funds are risky, but they can make money

Theme funds are risky, but they can make money

Rediff.com   31 Jul 2007

Investing in a thematic mutual fund that invests in a theme like 'infrastructure' or 'consumption' isn't without its pitfalls. Here's a checklist that you should run through before you put your money in such funds.

Four great ways to make money and save taxes

Four great ways to make money and save taxes

Rediff.com   20 Jul 2007

Equity linked saving schemes, ELSS, became popular because they saved you taxes. Now the same ELSS funds have shown that investors can make money as well.

Tax planning for 2007-2008

Tax planning for 2007-2008

Rediff.com   26 Jun 2007

You should not start planning your tax related investments when the March 31 deadline to file your returns nears. A headstart in this direction will always help your investments earn more.

Mid-cap funds: Are they money spinners?

Mid-cap funds: Are they money spinners?

Rediff.com   5 Jun 2007

Mutual fund schemes that boast of a mid-cap flavour can be a bit risky but they cannot be ignored either because of their wealth-creation abilities.

Balanced funds: Best friends during tough times

Balanced funds: Best friends during tough times

Rediff.com   30 Apr 2007

Balanced funds offer you the most convenient solution to balance out the stability and growth of your money.

Things to remember while buying gold ETFs

Things to remember while buying gold ETFs

Rediff.com   25 Apr 2007

Gold exchange traded funds are a new product, so investors should look at the cost of investing in them before making a decision.

ELSS: A formidable tax-planning tool

ELSS: A formidable tax-planning tool

Rediff.com   24 Apr 2007

You can no longer ignore equity linked saving schemes when you plan your tax-savinginvestments. Here's a look at how these funds have performed.

5 equity funds worth investing in

5 equity funds worth investing in

Rediff.com   7 Feb 2007

Depending on the kind of risk you want to take, here are five funds that will give you a good return on your investment.

Stock picking tips from an expert

Stock picking tips from an expert

Rediff.com   5 Feb 2007

J M Mutual Fund's chief investment officer (equity) speaks about his stock picking strategies. He says he is a firm believer in focusing on companies than on sectors.

Financial help for married couples

Financial help for married couples

Rediff.com   19 Dec 2006

You may be planning to buy a house. Or you may want to save for your retirement. Or you are planning a holiday abroad. Here's what you need to do.