Investment and jugaad: How this Pune executive achieved financial independence at 46

Investment and jugaad: How this Pune executive achieved financial independence at 46

Amit Upadhyaya, a Pune-based corporate executive, has achieved financial independence at age 46. Despite working for a French multinational (Dassault Systemes) for two decades, Upadhyaya does not credit his wealth to a high corporate salary or employee stock options. He sees it as the outcome of investing in the right stocks and funds and holding … Read more

The power of financial planning: A journey of comeback from debt to savings

The power of financial planning: A journey of comeback from debt to savings

Is it possible to bounce back from the brink of bankruptcy to carve out a strong financial base for oneself? The answer to that question is yes, provided one has access to sound financial advice that can help one tide over losses and pick the right investments that will help build wealth over the long … Read more

Darjeeling-based WFH techie invests smart, wants to retire early

Darjeeling-based WFH techie invests smart, wants to retire early

A diversified investment portfolio consisting of equity and debt elements, some liquid funds for emergencies and some real estate exposure make young Harsh Mishra a real mascot for good financial planning for other GenZs like him. With a stable job and controlled monthly expenses, he has set a financial independence score for himself. The first … Read more

7 scenarios where personal loans can be useful for financial stability

7 scenarios where personal loans can be useful for financial stability

Big decisions in life, like moving to a house, buying a car, or starting your own business, are not easy and require careful planning and investment. In times when we run out of funds to make these decisions, there is always an option to access credit via tools like personal loans. This type of unsecured … Read more

How you can get a loan against mutual funds instead of breaking the investment when you need cash

How you can get a loan against mutual funds instead of breaking the investment when you need cash

If you run short of cash and plan to withdraw your mutual fund investments, take a pause. There is another option: You can take a loan against mutual funds and not disrupt the long-term potential compounding of your investment. Several banks offer loans against mutual fund units at interest rates ranging from 10-15% per annum. … Read more

Mint Primer | ₹250 per month: The idea behind a brand new SIP

Mint Primer | ₹250 per month: The idea behind a brand new SIP

Sebi is working with mutual funds to develop a new ₹250-per-month micro-SIP, chairperson Madhabi Puri Buch said. It would add another rung in India’s financial inclusion ladder. Mint explains what micro-SIPs are and what the industry thinks of them. What are micro-SIPs and who are they for? Micro-SIPs are an affordable alternative to a traditional … Read more

Fin-fluencers: Financial Gurus or Misleading Masterminds?

Fin-fluencers: Financial Gurus or Misleading Masterminds?

The growing influence of financial influencers, or “fin-fluencers,” on social media has sparked a lively debate about their role in shaping the investment decisions of the youth. In a thought-provoking episode of “The ALT View” presented by StockGro, students of IIM Bangalore discussed this emerging phenomenon and its implications with industry experts Ajay Lakhotia, CEO … Read more

Invest ₹9 crore and secure a US Green Card. Here’s how

Invest ₹9 crore and secure a US Green Card. Here’s how

This programme entails an investment in a US project, generally in real estate, that generates at least 10 jobs. To participate, investors must work with asset managers called “regional centers” (RCs) that are recognized by US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). Some of these RCs have offices or representatives in India, making the process accessible … Read more

How can debt PMS fit in your investment portfolio?

How can debt PMS fit in your investment portfolio?

In today’s volatile financial landscape, investors are in a constant quest for higher yields without escalating risk. Traditional savings options, such as fixed deposits and government bonds, offer paltry returns, making it imperative to explore alternative investment avenues. Debt PMS has emerged as a promising solution, providing a customised approach to fixed-income investments. But what … Read more

Delayed gratification: The formula for wealth creation and happiness

Delayed gratification: The formula for wealth creation and happiness

Abhimanyu is a smart trader who trades everything from crypto to derivatives to international stocks. He has made a fortune since he started during covid-19. In his early 20s, his colleague in the US introduced him to the financial markets. Abhimanyu used to work for a US firm, The covid-19 lockdown made him work from … Read more