Want to retire rich and fund your child's education? Start early, says portfolio doctorNot many investors know whether they have invested in the right funds and if their fund portfolio is on track. The Portfolio Doctor assesse...
27 Jul, 2026, 06.30 AM IST
Explained: Thinking about building a Rs 1 crore corpus? Here's how much you should invest through SIPsMany investors do not know the exact monthly SIP needed for their financial goals. Excel's PMT function helps calculate the required invest...
25 Jul, 2026, 10.14 AM IST
African proverb of the day: 'Anxiety will not let you...' Life lessons from motivational proverb on constant worry, survival instinct, human nature and fearAfrican proverb of the day highlights the saying, "Anxiety will not let you die of hunger." The proverb explains how worry can encourage pe...
25 Jul, 2026, 02.43 AM IST
Where to invest Rs 10 lakh for maximum advantage: equity, a hybrid instrument or debt?Financial planning: Investing ten lakh rupees requires aligning financial goals with suitable timeframes. Short-term goals necessitate cons...
24 Jul, 2026, 02.44 PM IST
Explained: Why 11 international mutual funds halted fresh SIPs and how investors can still invest globallyFresh SIP options in international mutual funds have narrowed sharply, with only Baroda BNP Paribas Aqua FoF accepting new investments afte...
17 Jul, 2026, 05.16 PM IST
ICICI Prudential Flexicap Fund turns Rs 10,000 monthly SIP into nearly Rs 9 lakh in 5 yearsICICI Prudential Flexicap Fund turned a Rs 10,000 monthly SIP into Rs 8.47 lakh over five years ending June 30, 2026, delivering an XIRR of...
17 Jul, 2026, 03.35 PM IST
Planning retirement & child's education through mutual funds? Expert explains SWP, taxation, portfolio rebalancingAn investor seeks expert guidance for his daughter's education and retirement goals. A financial planner suggests a diversified portfolio a...
17 Jul, 2026, 10.15 AM IST
How should a 45-year-old salaried investor plan early retirement? Expert reviews mutual fund portfolioA 45-year-old salaried investor with a Rs 3 lakh monthly income sought expert advice on whether his mutual fund portfolio can support retir...
01 Jul, 2026, 11.31 AM IST
Father’s Day 2026: How fathers can build financial independence and generational wealth through mutual fundsFathers can build financial independence and generational wealth through strategic mutual fund investments, experts advise. Starting early,...
21 Jun, 2026, 10.37 AM IST
Goal protection matters: Why Waiver of Premium deserves more attentionFinancial plans often falter not due to lack of planning, but because they don't account for life's uncertainties. The Waiver of Premium fe...
29 May, 2026, 06.31 PM IST
What happens when investors stop SIPs during crises–real investors, real panic, and the real cost of walking awayFrom a cancer diagnosis in Kolkata to a layoff in Bengaluru to Covid panic in Agra—real investors, real crises, and the real cost of walkin...
25 May, 2026, 10.45 AM IST
SIP without outcome: Many investors do it randomly without linking to life goals; how to make it workMost people do not underinvest because they are unaware of the reality or are careless. They underinvest because nobody showed them the fut...
22 May, 2026, 04.10 PM IST
₹50L, ₹75L or ₹1Cr: What is the maximum corpus you can build through the Sukanya Samriddhi Scheme? The answer might surprise youSukanya Samriddhi Yojana provides a powerful way to save for a girl child's education. This government-backed scheme offers high interest r...
21 May, 2026, 06.30 AM IST
Need over ₹2 crore for foreign education? From scholarships to SIPs - know the smart ways parents can plan for expensive foreign degreesThe escalating cost of foreign education, often underestimated by Indian parents, necessitates early financial planning. Beyond tuition, ac...
14 May, 2026, 05.28 PM IST
Should I change any scheme in my mutual fund portfolio?If you have any mutual fund queries, message on ET Mutual Funds on Facebook. We will get it answered by our panel of experts.
03 Sep, 2019, 11.55 AM IST
Am I investing in right mutual funds for my child?If you have any mutual fund queries, message on ET Mutual Funds on Facebook. We will get it answered by our panel of experts.
28 Mar, 2019, 11.19 AM IST
Which mutual funds to invest for my child’s education?If you have any mutual fund queries, message on ET Mutual Funds on Facebook. We will get it answered by our panel of experts.
23 Oct, 2018, 12.26 PM IST