Why smallcaps may not be the best choice to bet on for 2019

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Why smallcaps may not be the best choice to bet on for 2019 The smallcap index is on course to register its first loss in five years. 2019 may look foggy, but D-St has at least 4 good reasons to smile Emerging market (EM) bulls were left battered and bruised through most of calendar 2018. Market Moguls: 5 lessons Dalal Street taught us in 2018 India continues to be a promising investment opportunity as our economy. Money markets ending a breathless year; what's up ahead in 2019 RBI intervened to smoothen the fall in the rupee by selling more than $30 billion since April.

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Paathshala: Put, call and all that are options On December 27 Nifty ends at say 10,900. The 10,800 call is Rs 100 'in the money'. Outlook '19: Withdrawal symptoms all over, do not take risks you can't bear The most significant thing to watch out for in 2019 will not be Indian general elections ETFs beat largecap equity funds hands down in 2018; here's how With an ETF carries an average expense ratio of 0.5-1 per cent. DON ratio is saying this: Enjoy the party, but stay close to the door The drop in crude oil prices is good, yes, it is. But anything in excess is termed lethal.

Advertorial The key to retiring early: 3 things you need to do Early retirement, in India, always meant VRS (voluntary retirement), which was focused on getting your gratuity and other funds at a younger age. Advertorial Steps to reach your life goals We all have life goals that we need to focus on. Whether it is planning for your dream vacation or dream wedding, investing in the right financial instruments is the key to turning your life goals into realities.

Market Bootcamp: How to pick the right stock? The endless list of stocks can be frightening sometimes. So, which stock you should go for? Ekansh Mittal, Founder, Katalyst Wealth, shares some tips on stock picking. Stock selloff & US shutdown boost gold, prices set to top $1,320 At the MCX, prices are holding crucial support of Rs 31,000 per 10 grams and shows strength.

Initial Public Offer (IPOs) IPO Name Offer Price Band Open Date Close Date   Axita Cotton Ltd. 60.00 27-12-2018 02-01-2019 More >>

NFO (FMPs) Fund Name Category Type Open Close Min Inv   Invesco India FMP Series 33 - Plan E Reg-G Debt: FMP Closed-end 14 Dec 2018 28 Dec 2018 5,000 Invesco India FMP Series 33 - Plan E Reg-D Debt: FMP Closed-end 14 Dec 2018 28 Dec 2018 5,000 Invesco India FMP Series 33 - Plan E Direct-G Debt: FMP Closed-end 14 Dec 2018 28 Dec 2018 5,000 Invesco India FMP Series 33 - Plan E Direct-D Debt: FMP Closed-end 14 Dec 2018 28 Dec 2018 5,000 SBI Debt Fund Series C-34 (1211 Days) Direct-D Debt: FMP Closed-end 21 Dec 2018 31 Dec 2018 5,000 More >>

Real Estate News

Your dream home may become cheaper from next month Currently, 12 per cent GST is levied on payments made for under-construction property or ready-to-move-in flats where completion certificate has not been issued at the time of sale.

Realty hot spot series: Hospitals within reach of this Mumbai locality This Mumbai location hosts several business centres namely One BKC, Godrej BKC, Parinee Crescenzo, IL&FS Financial Centre, etc.

Outlook negative for residential realty, stable for commercial: ICRA The residential realty has witnessed a prolonged down-cycle owing to high inventory, muted demand, weak affordability and declining investor interest.

Handover of flats without occupancy certificate illegal, say experts Handing over flats is not just a matter of securing revenues for the state, there are other issues that should be kept in mind too like fire, water, safety etc.

Circle rates revised again in Gurugram, will be effective from today This is the third time that circle rates have been revised this fiscal, after revisions in April and October.

NFO - Non FMPs Fund Name Category Type Open Close Min Inv   Sundaram Long Term Tax Advantage Fund Series VI Reg-G Equity: ELSS Closed-end 25 Sep 2018 15 Mar 2019 500 Sundaram Long Term Tax Advantage Fund Series VI Direct-G Equity: ELSS Closed-end 25 Sep 2018 15 Mar 2019 500 Sundaram Long Term Tax Advantage Fund Series VI Direct-D Equity: ELSS Closed-end 25 Sep 2018 15 Mar 2019 500 Sundaram Long Term Tax Advantage Fund Series VI Reg-D Equity: ELSS Closed-end 25 Sep 2018 15 Mar 2019 500 ICICI Pru Capital Protection Oriented Fund Series XIV Plan B 12O1 Days-G Hybrid: Conservative Hybrid Closed-end 17 Dec 2018 31 Dec 2018 5,000 More >>

Views and Recommendations

Buy Union Bank of India; target Rs 89: Kunal Bothra 27 December, 2018, 08:33 AM IST Buy Union Bank of India at a price target of Rs 89 and a stoploss at Rs 81.50. Buy Buy Indiabulls Housing Finance; target Rs 866: Kunal Bothra 27 December, 2018, 08:33 AM IST Buy Indiabulls Housing Finance at a price target of Rs 866 and a stoploss at Rs 814. Buy Buy Jet Airways; target Rs 300: Manas Jaiswal 27 December, 2018, 08:33 AM IST Buy Jet Airways at a price target of Rs 300 and a stoploss at Rs 255 from entry point. Buy Buy Bank of Baroda; target Rs 128: Manas Jaiswal 27 December, 2018, 08:33 AM IST Buy Bank of Baroda at a price target of Rs 128 and a stoploss at Rs 114. Buy

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5 mistakes in investing for retirement and how to fix them

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5 mistakes in investing for retirement and how to fix them Poor saving habits and bad investment decisions can derail your retirement planning. Your retirement investments should be in these financial instruments If you are saving for retirement, the portfolio should be a mix of various investment instruments. These 5 stocks have consistently outperformed the economy Stocks whose earnings per share (EPS) and operating profits grow faster than the GDP of the economy tend to outperform the broader market. Can Patanjali do an Amul? Mighty firms have lost to the milk co-operatives. But Patanjali wants to break the dairy jinx. Can Zydus grow Complan? In buying the nutrition-food brand, Pankaj Patel might have got Zydus Cadila a new source of growth. The rise and rise of Khadi How a rural-vibe brand turned the government into India's largest consumer-goods maker From our Partners Have a question on P2P? Ask our experts! Peer to peer (P2P) lending platform is a marketplace that connects individuals in need for credit with individuals and institutions willing to lend. From our Partners Is Life Insurance only for the rich? With lives becoming more competitive, lifestyle patterns are changing faster than ever. Side-pocketing may provide temporary relief but does it make your debt mutual funds safer? There are fears that it may prompt fund managers to take higher risks with investors' money. The career skills you will need to get ahead in 2019 Whether you are looking for a new job or planning to stay put, plan for a few of the major trends that will affect your workplace and thus your career. Top Mutual Funds SCHEME NAME RATING 1 M(%) 6 M(%) 1 YR(%) 3 YRS(%) JM Core 11 Direct Plan-Growth 1.62 -2.55 -5.99 15.78 JM Core 11 Fund-Growth 1.43 -3.13 -6.93 14.30 Axis Bluechip Fund Direct Plan-Growth 2.92 -1.04 6.65 13.69 ICICI Prudential Bluechip Fund Institutional I-Growth 0.76 -0.48 -1.57 13.04 Reliance Large Cap Fund Direct-Growth 0.82 1.85 -0.68 13.02 FeaturedDSP Focus Direct Plan-Growth ★★★★★ 1.12 -4.09 -6.27 9.19 Start SIP When you start investing for retirement, asset allocation matters more than how you invest Risk profile of a portfolio—aggressive, moderate or conservative—and the choice of instruments will affect the size of one's retirement kitty. Find out how. Want to invest in debt MFs? This is a must read If you are investing in debt funds, take the time to choose wisely without being distracted.

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Will investing in 'correct' sectoral mutual funds help you beat equity market volatility? The worst lesson that can be learned is that when the markets are down, some sectors will still do well. Lost your job? Here's how you can rework your loan EMIs A borrower can restructure his loan EMI if he loses his job or suffers a pay cut. Investing in focused equity funds requires high risk appetite and careful selection Focused equity funds suffer from concentration risk-induced volatility and are not suitable for investors with a low risk appetite. How to plan for a special kid's future Just writing a Will may not protect the child's future. A trust in her name will ensure that the funds and assets intended for her are utilised for her needs. Realty hot spot series: Key school, hospitals within reach of this Mumbai locality This Mumbai location hosts several business centres namely One BKC, Godrej BKC, Parinee Crescenzo, IL&FS Financial Centre, etc. MF portfolio doctor: Why Deshpande needs to rethink home buying plans The Portfolio Doctor suggests that Deshpande should review the home buying plan as it could upset other goals and that he should also avoid investments in stocks. Not a bad time to start putting money back in the market: Shilpa Kumar, ICICI Securities It is best for an investor to spread out money in the market in instalments rather than as a lump sum at this time, says Shilpa Kumar, MD & CEO, ICICI Securities. How to partially withdraw from your PPF One is allowed to withdraw up to 50% of the PPF account balance after completion of five years from the end of the subscription year. Withdrawals are tax-free. Stock pick of the week: Why analysts are bullish on Oil India Impressive revenue and net profit growth, fall in the rupee that will help shore up realisations and low valuations have made Oil India analysts' favourite. Franklin India Equity Advantage Fund: Wait for the scheme to build a consistent track record Until the fund builds a consistent track record under the revised mandate, investors may stick with more proven offerings. Family finance: Why Singh will have to wait for a rise in income to meet goals According to Fincart, lack of investible surplus means Singh will have to put off the goals of his kids' weddings and house purchase till a rise in income. What is a country's Gross Domestic Product GDP or Gross Domestic Product, a macroeconomic aggregate, is a measure of the value of final output in the economy in a given time period. Alternative investment returns monitor: For the week ending Dec 19, 2018 Here's a weekly tracker of returns from Alternative investments but don't compare these with returns from traditional investments.

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