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HT Friday Finance news

This Dhanteras, add some sparkle to your portfolio with gold

For Indian households, buying gold on Dhanteras – the first day of the festival of Diwali - is considered to be a harbinger of fortune and prosperity.
Published on Oct 20, 2022 03:14 pm IST

Financial lessons to glean this Diwali

The observance of the festival of lights entails a fascinating array of activities centered on wealth creation and prosperity.
Published on Oct 20, 2022 03:14 pm IST

Let’s talk about sustainable finance this World Investor Week

Sustainable finance entails investment decisions that factor in the environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors of a business.
Updated on Oct 15, 2022 03:51 pm IST

Investor resilience and wealth management go hand in hand

The COVID-19 pandemic was a test of the resilience of investors and it also brought forth many lessons that the investor community had to learn.
Published on Oct 11, 2022 12:28 pm IST

World Financial Planning Day – the importance of financial planning

World Financial Planning Day falls on October 5 this year.
Published on Oct 05, 2022 09:45 am IST

Fighting financial illiteracy with light of financial awareness this Navratri

On this occasion let us all make a pledge to step away from the shadows of financial negligence and strive towards financial enlightenment.
Published on Oct 03, 2022 01:14 pm IST

A guide to index investing

When you invest in an index fund, your money is invested in all the companies that make up the particular index the fund is replicating.
Published on Sept 27, 2022 06:28 pm IST

How to keep expenses in check during this festive season

It is easy to get carried away and go overboard with your festival expenses.
Published on Sept 27, 2022 12:20 pm IST

What is mutual fund portfolio overlap and how to avoid it?

In order to avoid overlap, investors should refrain from investing in too many schemes of the same category.
Published on Sept 16, 2022 11:10 am IST

How to take care of your retired parents’ finances

Mutual fund investments in the early years post-retirement can provide significant wiggle room in their later years.
Published on Sept 15, 2022 03:52 pm IST

Here’s how you can finance the dream birthday party for your child

With children’s birthday parties becoming a status symbol, it makes sense to dedicate a little extra attention to the financial preparation required for such parties.
Published on Sept 13, 2022 03:37 pm IST

Acing retirement investing when you have a home loan to repay

A combination of different financial products for retirement planning can provide better risk management and asset diversification.
Published on Aug 31, 2022 11:31 am IST

The third season of HT Friday Finance is here with a fresh tadka

The new season takes the plot forward with some more masti, some more fun and a lot more financial gyan!
Published on Aug 25, 2022 01:00 pm IST

This is how women can plan their finances before going on a maternity break

Check your existing insurance plans to ensure you have enough coverage for yourself and your partner and your soon-to-be-born child.
Published on Aug 24, 2022 03:24 pm IST

Planning for the festive season expenses without hampering your goals

The awareness about the trickledown effect of festival expenses on other aspects of their finances is largely missing.
Published on Aug 24, 2022 03:15 pm IST

Things you should consider when investing in international mutual funds

As an Indian investor, you don’t have to go through the hassle of picking the appropriate stocks on international exchanges and the process of investing in these funds is very similar to investing in domestic mutual funds.
Published on Aug 24, 2022 11:06 am IST

Want to lead the digital nomad life? Here is how to prepare financially

If you are planning to travel to multiple locations while working remotely for an extended period, make sure to maintain a top-notch credit score.
Published on Aug 23, 2022 04:21 pm IST

This is why equity allocations work better for wealth creation in the long run

Although equities also carry risks, what makes them fare better in terms of returns in the long run is the power of compounding.
Published on Jul 29, 2022 04:51 pm IST

If you are keen on going back to college in your 30s, plan your finances better

Steps should be taken to maintain optimal credit scores and improve them if need be before you opt for a college degree.
Published on Jul 29, 2022 04:49 pm IST

Spotting red flags as mutual fund investors

The first step towards picking any mutual fund scheme is to gauge whether a fund fits in to your long term financial plan.
Updated on Jul 25, 2022 05:42 pm IST

Navigating troubled waters: How millennials can manage money during a crisis

For millennials, money management during a crisis can be overwhelmingly tricky.
Updated on Jul 25, 2022 05:43 pm IST

Making your dream vacation a reality with mutual funds

Mutual funds can be a judicious choice for short to medium term recreational or aspirational goals owing to the flexibility they offer in terms of investment durations and fund types.
Published on Jul 15, 2022 11:45 am IST

How to dabble in equity linked instruments post retirement - Part 1

In the post-pandemic world when interest rates of fixed income instruments have paled considerably, the importance of having equity allocation in the portfolio of retirees has assumed a new definition.
Published on Jun 30, 2022 01:40 pm IST

Vet your investment choices. Avoid FOMO based decisions!

A bull run in an asset class that starts getting attention on social media can be the perfect recipe for fueling a FOMO based investor movement.
Updated on Jun 27, 2022 11:02 am IST

How to gather capital for starting your own Instagram/Facebook shop?

The advent of the internet started changing consumption patterns, running businesses from homes became not only feasible but a profitable avenue at that too.
Published on Jun 14, 2022 01:06 pm IST

Knowing when to take lumpsum & when to take SIP route in mutual funds game

SIP, which stands for Systematic Investment Plan is one of those terms that serves as the first stepping stone when investors get initiated into the world of mutual fund investments.
Published on Jun 13, 2022 11:58 am IST

Easing the financial journey if you are retired & have dependents to support

If you have the responsibility of your grandkids then you should invest in equity MFs for their education
Published on Jun 02, 2022 07:33 pm IST

Rising inflation and money management - the way ahead for pensioners

In India, elderly people depending on their children and close relatives for their financial needs without a solid safety net is a common pattern.
Published on May 27, 2022 08:01 pm IST

How to realistically manage money if you have a spending problem

The penchant for short-term gratification, new experiences and following one’s passion has made money management a challenge for many millennials.
Updated on Jun 09, 2022 12:16 pm IST

How can women in their 60s invest to tick off items from their bucket list

Mutual fund investments have become extremely convenient these days and women can make the most of it
Published on May 18, 2022 01:52 pm IST