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Americans are slightly less afraid of retirement as inflation cools, but the biggest fears about Social Security, healthcare and savings have barely moved, a new metric revealsThe latest data indicates a minor easing of retirement fears across the US in August, attributed mostly to fleeting worries over inflation ...
Best medium to long duration funds to invest in August 2026Even a minor upward movement in interest rates could make these schemes extremely risky and volatile. In simple terms, investors might lose...
Oil fall lifts rupee to over one-week high after central bank keeps lid on lossesThe Indian rupee surged to a one-week peak on Tuesday, empowered by the recent dip in oil prices alongside measures taken by the central ba...
Global Market: Japanese businesses turn to currency hedging as weak Yen drives up import costsJapanese businesses are increasingly turning to longer-term supplier agreements and currency hedging as the yen’s prolonged weakness raises...
RBI’s great dollar haul: Where are the $73 billion going?India has mobilised about $73 billion in foreign currency in under 11 weeks, largely through FCNR(B) deposits, yet the rupee remains near ₹...
Best gilt mutual funds to invest in August 2026Gilt funds are not recommended to regular debt investors because they are risky and volatile. Gilt funds suffer the most when the rates go ...
Modified & Macaulay duration in bonds: Know how they differ and their use in debt mutual fundsIf you are confused by personal finance terms, jargon and calculations, here’s a series to simplify and deconstruct these for you. In the 1...
US Stock Market: Nvidia earnings, Jackson Hole to test strength of AI-led stock rallyNvidia’s earnings and Fed Chair Kevin Warsh’s Jackson Hole debut are poised to test the AI-driven stock rally. Rising Treasury yields, infl...
ETMarkets Smart Talk | Have money in FDs? Why retail investors should consider 7-7.25% bond yields: Amit SomaniHe believes the current environment offers an opportunity to lock in yields rather than wait for a marginal rise in rates, while investors ...
Best corporate bond mutual funds to invest in August 2026Don't think that corporate bond funds do not have any risk. Sure, the highest rating of AAA offers you higher safety. But make sure your fu...
'It's a Carry World': EM trade notches longest run since 2008The carry trade landscape in emerging markets is shining brightly, leading to remarkable returns for investors. This approach, which entail...
A 70:30 strategy could help investors balance gold and silver exposure: Tata Mutual FundTata Mutual Fund recommends a 70:30 strategic allocation between gold and silver for investors looking to balance stability with growth. Th...
Global Market: Japan core inflation accelerates in July, strengthening case for BOJ rate hikeJapan’s core inflation rose to 1.8% in July from 1.6% in June, in line with market expectations, strengthening bets that the Bank of Japan ...
Best banking & PSU mutual funds to invest in August 2026If you are investing for three years and aware of the risks associated with these schemes, you can consider investing in Banking & PSU sche...
Quote of the day by Stanley Druckenmiller: "It’s liquidity that moves markets"Stanley Druckenmiller’s famous liquidity insight highlights how money and credit availability can drive asset prices. Abundant liquidity ca...
Global Market: Standard Chartered expands hedge fund offerings as investors seek protection from market volatilityStandard Chartered is increasing its focus on hedge funds as wealth management clients seek to diversify portfolios and navigate heightened...
ETMarkets Smart Talk | How to invest ₹1 crore in bonds for 3 years: Vineet Agarwal’s playbookFor investors with a three-year horizon, the focus now shifts from chasing capital gains to earning steady carry while managing credit, liq...
US Stock Market | Fed policy may be accommodative under medium-term neutral rate estimate: ReportsA San Francisco Fed research paper suggests that US monetary policy may be more accommodative than commonly assessed when measured against ...
The trader’s dilemma: When to react and when to ride out market volatilityMarket volatility can test even the most seasoned traders. Understanding the difference between price swings and genuine risk, while relyin...
Best arbitrage mutual funds to invest in August 2026Arbitrage funds are taxed like equity mutual funds. This means they qualify for long term capital gains tax of 12.5% if investments are hel...