'Khabardar, kabhi bhi mat karna': Veteran investor Shankar Sharma says stock market isn't for common people, returns don't even beat FDVeteran investor Shankar Sharma advises retail investors to avoid equities, arguing that markets are for professionals and that taxes and v...
09 Jun, 2026, 08.38 PM IST
Startup investing in India: Why angel investing is high-risk, illiquid, and suitable only for patient investors with diversified portfoliosIndian startup investing, once fueled by easy money, now demands caution due to market volatility and inherent risks. While success stories...
08 Jun, 2026, 11.28 AM IST
Gas at $4: Americans cut back on discretionary spends as fuel bills mountAmericans are adjusting their spending as fuel prices climb. Shoppers are altering routines, visiting discount stores for gas, and cutting ...
07 Jun, 2026, 09.56 AM IST
Psychology says people who can’t work without music or a familiar show playing in the background aren’t lazy but their brain is running a secret algorithm that needs a soundtrack to boot upMillions of people can't start a single task without pressing play first. Science finally explains why that's not a quirk, it's neuroscienc...
31 May, 2026, 04.29 PM IST
There are bulls and bears, and also ducks. When Warren Buffett warned against being a stock market duckWarren Buffett mentioned a metaphor that should haunt every investor who has ever felt clever during a rising market: The preening duck tha...
28 May, 2026, 10.06 PM IST
ET Prime Special Series: Multibagger or IBC - Part 60: This auto ancillary built its empire on one family. Can it survive the EV test?It began life making bicycle parts in Gujarat, the changed its name and business. That created scale, stability, and growth. A single custo...
27 May, 2026, 05.29 PM IST
These large- and mid-cap stocks can give more than 25% return in 1 year, according to analystsFor the next few weeks, what needs to be watched is market breadth. And also look at which sectors are leading the rally. Why? Because, at ...
22 May, 2026, 12.18 AM IST
Profit on paper, loss in reality: How a routine accounting tool is used to deceive and take investors for a rideAmortisation is a number most investors skip, but it can shape reported profit. On the surface, it looks routine: A company spreads the cos...
15 May, 2026, 06.58 PM IST
Tax cuts collide with inflation as voters weigh Trump's economy in the midtermsVoters in North Carolina face a tough economic choice. While tax cuts aim to boost incomes, rising prices for rent, food, and fuel are a ma...
13 May, 2026, 03.26 PM IST
ETMarkets PMS Talk | From Rs 1 crore to Rs 85 crore in 24 years - the power of high-conviction investing, says Alok AgarwalAlchemy Capital Management's Alok Agarwal highlights how a high-conviction, benchmark-agnostic approach has yielded extraordinary long-term...
12 May, 2026, 06.42 PM IST
How to build real wealth in India: CA explains what truly separates rich people from wealthy. 'Millionaires don’t just chase...'A post by Chartered Accountant Nitin Kaushik explains that being rich and being wealthy are not the same, as real wealth depends on financi...
04 May, 2026, 09.04 PM IST
Stock, mutual fund investing from Tier-2, 3 cities grows fast, but limited awareness, advisory gaps remain key concernsEven as individuals from Tier-2/3 cities and beyond are rapidly embracing the world of stocks and mutual funds, gaps in advisory and awaren...
04 May, 2026, 10.40 AM IST
Max your 401(k) or not? The smart rule that could boost your retirementA 401(k) is a popular way to save for retirement and grow money over time. It gives tax benefits and sometimes free money from employers. B...
27 Apr, 2026, 08.53 PM IST
Trump-Tehran, EVangelist for Us – time to charge the battery techEven as conflict and chaos linger in West Asia, India is witnessing a happy confluence of choice, cause and cost. This is a once in a lifet...
22 Apr, 2026, 12.00 AM IST
Uber Eats now returns your packages too — here’s the catch you didn’t expectUber Eats now lets users return items easily from home using the app. A courier comes to pick up the product and refunds are started quickl...
18 Apr, 2026, 07.55 PM IST
Costly tax errors: 5 filing mistakes that could drain up to $2,000 from your walletMany people make simple tax filing mistakes that cost them money every year. These include missing deductions, wrong income details, and no...
14 Apr, 2026, 08.51 PM IST
How much did Donald Trump tip DoorDash grandma driver for McDonald’s delivery order, and was the whole encounter staged? Full explainer of White House DoorDash momentHow much did Donald Trump tip DoorDash grandma driver for McDonald’s delivery order, and was the whole encounter staged? A delivery to the ...
14 Apr, 2026, 12.08 AM IST