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Mutual Fund "Unit-Splitting": Does it Add Value?
A mutual fund unit split increases the number of units you hold while reducing the NAV proportionally. Your total investment value stays the same. Read on to understand what a unit split really means and why it does not change the worth of your portfolio.
Understanding "Active Overweight" and "Active Underweight"
When a fund manager builds a portfolio differently from the benchmark index, every deviation tells a story. Understanding active overweight and active underweight positions helps investors decode how much conviction a manager is placing on each stock or sector relative to the index.
Best Mutual Funds for "Emergency Medical" Corpus
A medical emergency can arrive without warning and drain your savings overnight. Learn how high-liquidity debt mutual funds can help you build a dedicated emergency medical corpus that stays accessible when you need it most.
Best Sectoral Debt Funds: Water Treatment and Waste Management
Water treatment and waste management are among the most essential infrastructure segments in a growing economy. Debt funds focused on these sectors offer investors a way to earn yield from stable, utility-driven borrowers. Explore how water sector bond funds work and why they deserve a place in a diversified portfolio.
Mutual Fund "Instant-Lien" for Bank Guarantees
Did you know your mutual fund units can do more than grow your wealth? By placing a lien on your holdings, you can use them as collateral to secure bank guarantees — without liquidating your investments. This guide explains how the process works and why it matters for businesses and individuals alike.
Impact of "Universal Basic Income" (UBI) on Consumption Funds
Universal Basic Income is a policy idea that has sparked debate among economists, policymakers, and investors alike. This article explores how a UBI-style government transfer programme could shape consumer spending behaviour and, in turn, influence consumption-oriented mutual funds in India.
