Investor's Guide-Features-The Economic Times

Indian MF industry has immense growth potential: Jimmy A Patel, CEO, Quantum Mutual Fund

Mon, 21 May 2012 07:37:11 GMT

The fund industry is still in a learning stage, though unfortunately, it seems to forget its earlier lessons all too soon.

Long-term future of mutual fund still remains robust: Vikaas M Sachdeva, CEO, Edelweiss Asset Management

Mon, 21 May 2012 07:29:10 GMT

Mutual funds are one of the most effective mediums to channelise individual savings into growth. The long-term future of this business still remains robust.

Invest in Mutual Funds when markets are in bearish phase: Nimesh Shah, MD & CEO, ICICI Prudential Asset Management

Mon, 21 May 2012 07:17:59 GMT

Current Issues weigh more on the country than markets. But unless investors show faith and are optimistic about the equity markets irrespective of the current macro-economic headwinds, it will be tough for the MF industry.

Not appropriate to suggest that growth of MF industry will remain slow: S Naganath, President & CIO, DSP Blackrock Mutual Fund

Mon, 21 May 2012 07:07:48 GMT

It is thus not appropriate to suggest that the growth of MF industry will remain in the slow mode only. This period should be viewed as a period of consolidation before the growth begins at a faster clip.

Check out the performance of your mutual fund scheme for quarter ended March 2012

Mon, 21 May 2012 06:41:08 GMT

Check out the performance of your mutual fund scheme for the latest quarter ended March 2012.

Invest in theme-based Mutual Funds like UTI, Religare, L&T but with caution

Mon, 21 May 2012 05:37:10 GMT

Only investors who understand the concept of theme-based schemes should invest in them. Others are better off investing in diversified schemes.

Mid-cap mutual funds steal the show amid macro headwinds

Mon, 21 May 2012 03:18:18 GMT

Barring a few companies in consumption segment, almost all big-ticket sectors like capital goods, infra, metals, telecom and realty have under performed in FY12.

Mid-cap stocks steal the show amid macro headwinds

Mon, 21 May 2012 03:18:18 GMT

Barring a few companies in consumption segment, almost all big-ticket sectors like capital goods, infra, metals, telecom and realty have under performed in FY12.

Views of industry veterans on investment prospects; factors that may impact mutual funds in India

Mon, 21 May 2012 00:32:47 GMT

Not only are the MF industry's assets under stress, but given the current macro-economic concerns, the survival of many of the relatively small and new fund houses is under doubt.

You can again start cherry-picking stocks: Deepak Mohoni

Sun, 20 May 2012 23:02:23 GMT

Investing in gold and other commodities remains avoidable, as the longer-term trend in most commodities is down.

Commodity wrap: Euro worries dampen mood

Sun, 20 May 2012 23:01:58 GMT

The possibility of Greece's exit from the euro zone, the strengthening dollar, economic slowdown and the chance of further downgrades are keeping the sentiment bearish for most commodities.

JPMorgan's chief Jamie Dimon gets crisis marks but the war isn't over

Sun, 20 May 2012 23:01:47 GMT

Shooting from the hip may have got Jamie Dimon into deep trouble - shooting straight may help to get him out of it.

Europe must get ahead of the curve: Paul Krugman

Sun, 20 May 2012 23:01:11 GMT

Suddenly, it has become easy to see how the euro -that grand, flawed experiment in monetary union without political union - could come apart at the seams.

What went wrong with star performers like DLF, Infosys, Kingfisher Airlines & what’s in store for investors

Mon, 14 May 2012 05:05:34 GMT

A common thread among these players is the use of large debt funding to achieve growth and then failing to grow either due to sector-wide factors or misplaced strategies.

Hero MotoCorp could be considered as long-term bet

Sun, 13 May 2012 19:26:02 GMT

The company is also ramping up exports to emerging markets in the medium term, but analysts fear this move may put pressure on margins.

Hold on investments till the end of current downtrend: Deepak Mohoni

Sun, 13 May 2012 19:21:24 GMT

The bull market is threatened with the indices falling to four-month lows and going below their 200-day moving averages.

SRF looks attractive for long-term investors

Sun, 13 May 2012 19:17:39 GMT

Despite fears of slackening revenues, SRF's expansion plans and inexpensive valuation make it a strong long-term bet.

Goodyear India an attractive investment opportunity

Sun, 13 May 2012 19:11:25 GMT

Strong balance sheet, stable raw material prices and revival of domestic automobile demand makes Goodyear India an attractive investment opportunity in the tyre space.

Pharma, consumer goods companies shine despite economic concerns

Sun, 13 May 2012 19:03:15 GMT

Given the unpredictable scenario, investors are advised to look out for stock-specific movements instead of index movements which fluctuate on news flows.

Global woes weigh heavy on commodities

Sun, 13 May 2012 18:52:56 GMT

Commodities witnessed another bearish week on the back of weak data from across major global financial markets.

ICICI Prudential FMCG's performance likely to be subdued

Sun, 13 May 2012 18:50:39 GMT

Expert view on outlook for select stocks

Sun, 13 May 2012 18:47:12 GMT

We bring you an expert view on the outlook for Bank of Baroda, Godrej Properties, ITC, Shriram Transport Finance and GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals.

Kotak Money Back Plan: High premium costs may mean hardly any gain

Sun, 13 May 2012 18:36:26 GMT

As far as the periodic cash backs are concerned, investors can probably earn better returns by periodically investing in bank fixed deposits for a five-year time period.

High valuation makes Plastene India IPO unattractive

Sun, 13 May 2012 18:30:19 GMT

Plastene India's deteriorating performance in FY12 and high valuations make the IPO unattractive for retail investors.

Sectors and stocks that could be considered for investment on long term basis

Mon, 07 May 2012 02:29:44 GMT

Investing in today's equity markets can be a tough act, given the slowdown in the economy. The trick lies in identifying the possible winners of tomorrow.