The RBI’s Monetary Policy announced in December 2024 has several implications for the mutual fund industry. Here’s a breakdown; Repo Rate Unchanged at 6.5% Reduction in Real GDP Growth to 6.6% CRR Reduction from 4.5% to 4% Inflation Revised Upward to 4.8% General Outlook for Mutual Fund Industry The policy [...]
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI)’s December 2024 monetary policy has several significant implications for the economy, markets, and stakeholders due to its decisions on the repo rate, real GDP growth projections, cash reserve ratio (CRR), and inflation outlook. Here’s a breakdown: Repo Rate Unchanged at 6.5% Real GDP Growth [...]
A multi-cap fund is an equity mutual fund that invests across market capitalizations—large-cap, mid-cap and small-cap stocks. The strategy aims to provide diversification by capturing growth opportunities in different segments of the market. This flexibility allows fund managers to adjust the portfolio based on market conditions, offering a balanced risk-return [...]
Higher tariffs, or taxes on imported goods, can have significant economic and social effects on international trade, often disrupting global supply chains and increasing the cost of goods. When a country imposes higher tariffs, it generally leads to higher prices for imported products, making them less competitive in the domestic [...]
Gross Domestic Product (GDP) is a key economic indicator that measures the total value of goods and services produced by a nation. It plays a crucial role in the stock market, as it reflects the overall health of the economy. A growing GDP generally signals economic expansion, boosting investors’ confidence [...]
Business cycle funds, also known as cyclical funds, are investment funds that focus on sectors of the economy that tend to perform well during specific phases of the economic cycle-expansion, peak, contraction, and trough. These funds are useful for investors looking to capitalize on the periodic fluctuations of the economy. [...]
A Multi-Asset Allocation Fund (MAAF) invests across various asset classes—such as equities, bonds, gold, commodities, and real estate- aiming to provide diversification and reduce risk. These funds automatically adjust the portfolio’s asset mix based on market conditions or a set strategy, making them a good option for investors seeking a [...]