Your portfolio might look great in good times but how would it hold up in a financial crisis? That’s where a stress test comes in, one of the most underused, yet powerful tools in investment planning. It’s basically a ‘what-if’ simulation for your investments—what if inflation

Mohankumar Swaminathan shares how he optimised his monthly expenses like medicines, just by shifting from offline shopping to a rewards-heavy online platform. With 10X points, the savings add up fast without changing his lifestyle. Watch the full episode to learn how to get more

What do the smartest investors do differently? They live and breathe investing. For them, it's not a side hustle, it's full-time focus, full-time discipline. They respect the role of luck, knowing that not every decision will work out, no matter how smart. And they play the game

What’s the real cost of education today? How can you avoid last-minute loan stress and make smarter money moves as a parent? In this episode, Krithika Muthukrishnan, Chief Data Science Officer at Scripbox, shares practical tips to help you financially prepare for your child’s

The most expensive education isn’t always the best. Krithika Muthukrishnan, Chief Data Science Officer at Scripbox, opens up about choosing a school that fit her child, not just her budget. In this honest take, she reminds us that real value lies in what helps a child thrive, not

Held for 1 year: -6% to +81%?! The real reason long-term investing always wins! Your returns aren’t just about where you invest—but how long you stay in. Watch the full episode now: youtu.be/aa36V28CMmY

Gold recently hit a historic milestone, crossing ₹1 lakh per 10 grams in India — a moment that added extra sparkle to this year's Akshaya Tritiya celebrations. With demand remaining strong even after the festivities, many are wondering what’s next for the yellow metal. In just

You’ve probably heard the term junk bonds and thought why would anyone invest in something called junk? Well, junk bonds are actually high-yield bonds. They’re called junk because they come from companies or governments with a low credit rating—basically, there's a real chance

Which one mutual fund should you invest in? Rinju Abraham, CBO – PMS at Scripbox, breaks it down with clarity. The real answer? It depends on your goals and your time horizon. Short term = Liquid or short-term debt funds. Long term = Equity funds. Already investing? Try

The size of your portfolio may grow—but the need for diversification never goes away. Diversified mutual funds remain essential for several key reasons: First, they offer risk management by spreading investments across sectors and asset classes, reducing the impact of

Over the weekend, the U.S. carried out airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear sites. It’s a big move in the ongoing Middle East tensions. But what does it mean for your money? Oil prices have gone up. But don’t worry, India has already planned for this. We get our oil from many countries

Your debt mutual fund just became the talk of the town. In April 2025, debt mutual funds saw a massive ₹2.19 lakh crore in net inflows, the highest in over 20 years! That’s a sharp U-turn from March, where we saw outflows of over ₹2 lakh crore. So, what changed? The markets

How do you measure your returns? You’ll usually see three terms: CAGR, XIRR and TWRR. All are useful, but they tell different stories. CAGR or Compound Annual Growth Rate is for lump sum investments. You invest once, stay put, and CAGR tells you how much you’ve grown, on average

Bengaluru’s rental market surged in Q1 2025, with rents rising 15.7% QoQ and 36.2% YoY, despite a marginal dip in overall demand and supply. Here’s what’s driving the numbers: - 84% of renters prefer 2 BHK and 3 BHK homes - 1,000–1,500 sq. ft. units make up nearly 50% of demand

If you're an NRI living in the UAE, Singapore, Qatar, Mauritius, Kuwait, Switzerland, or Ireland. This is for you. A recent ruling by India’s Income-Tax Appellate Tribunal confirms that NRIs in these seven countries can claim complete exemption from capital gains tax on mutual

India’s biggest stock exchange, NSE, might finally be heading to the markets, again. After a 9-year delay and a co-location controversy, SEBI’s new chairman has said they’ll reassess the NSE IPO proposal. And that’s a big move. Why? Because NSE is a profit machine. It posted

You’ve probably seen this term—exit load—when checking out a mutual fund. It’s not a hidden fee. In fact, most people look for it before investing. So what is it really? Exit load is the fund’s way of protecting long-term investors. See, when you invest in a mutual fund, your

The Indian defence sector is on a mission — and investors are taking notice. With a massive ₹6.8 lakh crore budget and a strong push for indigenous manufacturing under Make in India, the government isn’t just buying defence tech — it’s building it at home. From drones to

Looks like India’s ultra-rich have a new favourite toy, and it runs on clean energy. Luxury EV sales just surged 66% this year. From Delhi to Jaipur, the EV lifestyle is going mainstream. It’s no longer “Why EV?”, it’s “Which one?” Mercedes, BMW, Audi, they’re not just symbols

Our Founder & CEO, Atul Shinghal , joined ET NOW Swadesh’s show Bano Apna Finance Minister with anchor Kavita Thapliyal to discuss a key question in every investor’s mind - When and how should you exit a mutual fund? Don’t miss his insights on navigating market movements and