M. Pattabiraman's Blog, page 119
September 2, 2022
Can I use a large and mid cap fund instead of an index fund?
A reader writes, “Sir, you have repeatedly pointed out that it is hard for most active funds to beat the index, and this applies not only to large cap funds but also to mid cap and even small cap funds (when benchmarked with a mid cap index). However, can I use a hybrid like an...
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September 1, 2022
DSP Equity & Bond Fund Review
In this edition of the fund performance report, we review DSP Equity & Bond Fund. The fund was launched as DSP Merrill Lynch Balanced Fund in May 1999. Then, DSP BlackRock Balanced Fund in 2008, and DSP Equity and Bond Fund in 2018. The fund currently has an AUM of Rs. 6,837 Crores. Disclaimer: Fund performance reports...
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August 31, 2022
Stocks with low volatility and momentum for SEP 2022
We publish a list of stocks with low volatility and momentum each month. We provide data for BSE 500 and BSE 100 stocks. There are now three different screener files available. (1) Stocks with low volatility and momentum from the BSE 100 large cap universe are available as a separate file (2) Stocks with low...
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August 30, 2022
What are the investment options for 50-plus retirees?
A reader writes, “There are many investment options for senior citizens. However, today many people retire or are forced to well before 60. Where can such people invest for regular income and cash preservation and wealth creation?” Today even those above 60 are forced to look beyond traditional savings instruments to protect their money from...
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August 29, 2022
Retirement plan review: Can I retire by 45?
A reader asks, “I am 28 years old and wish to retire by 45. My monthly expenses are about Rs. 40,000. My current net worth is essentially zero as I just started to work. How much should I invest to retire by 45? I do not intend to get married. I can manage to invest...
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August 28, 2022
My husband wants us to buy a house as soon as possible – is he right?
A reader who prefers anonymity asks, “Sir, I am a big fan of your articles. Thanks to you, we have started investing in a goal-based manner. We are not yet investing as much as we should for these goals. We live in rented accommodation. My husband wants us to buy a house as soon as...
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August 27, 2022
After 12 years of investing in the NPS my return is 8.9%
I have invested in the National Pension Scheme (NPS) since 8th March 2010. This is a performance report of how the NPS invested has fared over the last 12+ years. We also compare the returns with EPF. Note: Kindly do not assume that I am recommending NPS instruments. My situation is quite different from most....
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August 26, 2022
HDFC Hybrid Equity Fund Review
In this edition of the fund performance report, we review HDFC Hybrid Equity Fund. In a baffling and messy response to the SEBI categorisation rules, HDFC decided to close both its balanced funds, HDFC Balanced and HDFC Prudence and merge them with unknown funds! From June 1st 2018, HDFC Balanced and its AUM merged with...
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August 25, 2022
Stock Portfolio Analysis: Aug 2022
This article compares my stock portfolio with an equivalent investment in a Nifty index fund and the Nifty 100 Low Volatility 30 TR index. Before we begin, investors need to appreciate the context of these investments. I started direct equity investing only after achieving a comfortable level of financial independence and ensuring my son’s future...
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August 24, 2022
Edelweiss Gold and Silver ETF Fund of Fund Review
Edelweiss Gold and Silver ETF Fund of Fund is an open-ended scheme investing in Gold ETF and Silver ETF units. The fund is currently in its NFO period (Aug 24th to 7th Sep 2022). In this review, we discuss if it makes sense for investors to consider such a fund. The scheme presentation says the...
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