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Portfolio Management Insights and Strategies
Introduction ‘Don’t put all your eggs in one basket’ – this is the saying that almost every investment literature declares for investors. Nobody wants to lose their investment capital but make returns on it. Thus, investors usually invest in multiple asset classes. Further, in every asset class, the investor can also invest in different schemes […]
Difference Between Primary and Secondary Market
Introduction In the financial ecosystem, new and various types of financial instruments are regularly issued to the public to suit their individual needs. When it comes to equity investing, one can buy and sell equities in primary and secondary market. The primary market is where securities are first issued, after which they are exchanged on […]
What is a REIT (Real Estate Investment Trust)?
Introduction Bengaluru is known for its delightful weather, notorious traffic, vibrant nightlife and its delightfully far distance from the city to the airport! Beyond these features, Bengaluru is also celebrated for its IT hubs, affectionately known as ‘tech parks’. Among these hubs stands Embassy Manyata, fondly known as “Manyata Tech Park”. Covering 120 acres and […]
Considering Portfolio Diversification: Don’t forget to add Bonds!
Reasons to Diversify your Portfolio with Bonds “Buy all, I want them all,” an ecstatic Monty told his broker over the phone. On the advice of a ‘fin-fluencer,’ he invested all of his pocket money in pharma stocks, believing that the sector would rally post-covid. Observing this incident brought back memories of his time in the US […]
Settlement Process of Corporate Bonds
Introduction Corporate bonds play a vital role, offering investors a secure and stable way to earn returns. But, behind the scenes of every bond trade lies a critical process that ensures the smooth transfer of securities from one party to another—the settlement process. In India, this process has evolved over time, guided by regulations that […]
The Ultimate Guide to Step-Up Bonds
Introduction It is the new year, you decide to get fit and lose the holiday weight you gained. On January 1st, you start going to the gym with determination. You begin with a 5kg biceps curl and feel a bit sore afterward. The next week, you continue to stick to your resolution and return to […]
Terms used in a Bond Public Issue (Bond IPO)
Introduction A Bond Public Issue, also known as Bond IPO, is a process through which a company raises funds by issuing bonds to the public. In a Bond IPO, the issuer sets the terms of the bond, including the interest rate and maturity date, and sells the bonds to institutional and individual investors through a […]
The Impact of Inflation on Bond Investments
Introduction Here’s a fun fact: In 1970, a cup of coffee in India cost about 50 paise. Today, the same cup would cost you anywhere between ₹20 to ₹50, depending on where you buy it. That’s over a 4000% increase in price! Now, I know there’s nothing fun about this fact, but what’s undeniable is […]
The Indian Money Market
Introduction The Great Indian Financial Market is colossal and serves as the backbone of the nation’s growth and development. While many are familiar with capital markets, which are one of its segments, there is another well-functioning arm of the financial market that operates in the background: the money market. Though not widely recognized by retail, […]