Blogs & Articles
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Best Sectoral Debt Funds: Financial Services
Financial services debt funds focus on bonds issued by banks, NBFCs, and other financial institutions, offering investors a way to capture relatively stable yields from high-rated issuers within a single sector.
The 50% Overlap Rule: Value vs. Contra
When building a mutual fund portfolio, one of the most overlooked problems is holding two funds that invest in many of the same stocks. This is called portfolio overlap, and it quietly erodes the diversification you thought you had achieved. Understanding the 50% overlap rule and how it applies to value and contra funds can help you build a genuinely diversified portfolio.
The 2026 Guide to Life Cycle Funds
Discover how life cycle funds in India work, why age-based glide paths are reshaping retirement investing, and how to transition from legacy goal-based funds to smarter, time-sensitive portfolios.
Taxation of Gold vs. Silver ETFs: 2026 Update
Understanding how Gold and Silver ETFs are taxed in India is essential for making informed investment decisions. This 2026 update breaks down the key tax treatment differences, helping you align your precious metal ETF investments with your financial goals.
The 2026 "Smart-Switch": Moving from Underperformers
Discover how to use Account Aggregator data and SEBI-compliant mutual fund switch rules to move out of underperforming funds and into top-tier Life Cycle funds in 2026.
Best SIFs for Corporate Treasuries & Family Offices
Specialized Investment Funds offer corporate treasuries and family offices a structured, flexible approach to deploying large surplus capital beyond what conventional mutual fund categories can provide.
