At the outset, wishing each and every member of my community a wonderful new year with a lifetime of peace and happiness. I have been scratching my head for quite a while to write today’s column. I wanted a subject that encapsulates a lifetime remedy to long term wealth creation. A one-stop-shop that liberates investors […]
Majority of investors in India deploy their savings into properties – they believe that real estate has delivered the best returns. That’s a myth – it is ‘Equity’ that has made billionaires. Bill Gates, Warren Buffet, Jack Ma (founder of Alibaba), Mark Zuckerberg, Azim Premji, Rakesh Jhunjhunwala, Mukesh Ambani, Sahpoorji Pallonji, Birlas and many other […]
A minimum yearly deposit of Rs. 500 is required to open and maintain a PPF account, and a maximum deposit of Rs. 1.5 lakhs (as on financial year 2015-2016) can be made in a PPF account in any given financial year. The subscriber should not deposit more than Rs. 1.50 lakhs per annum as the […]
I had earlier articulated the reasons for introspecting as an investor. In this article, I digress a bit from the usual investment gyaan and showcase how fortunate we are for investing in our own country! Why is it that every tycoon wants to own a piece of India? India boasts of being the world’s fastest-growing […]
Why Are You Investing? In continuation to my earlier column, I assume that my readers by now comprehend the essence of asset allocation and risk tolerance. The next step towards investment is all about self-introspection and asking oneself the primary motive behind investing. Ask yourself about the purpose of investing. Every penny that you save […]
The stock market seems to be playing spoiltsport for a while, it has delivered (-) 3% year-to-date and (-) 10% over the last 1 year. Despite this I continue to hold on to my optimism and stick to my stance that the markets will improve in the latter half of this year. However, certain key […]
Britain’s Exit from the European Union (or Brexit) has been making global headlines. With UK being the fifth largest economy worldwide, finance markets the world over will get affected due to Brexit. What does this auger for India’s financial sector? And how will this affect investments? Mehran Felfeli provides useful insights about Brexit and its impact globally and on India and the Indian investor.
Fixed Deposits (FDs) and Mutual Funds (MFs) have been the preferred options of investment for most Parsis. Certified Financial Planner and owner of NiveshIndia, Marzee Kerawala defines and explores the basic pros and cons involved in each of these to provide a better understanding and ensure you make growth-oriented, financial decisions. An FD is a […]
In my previous column, I emphasized on the importance of asset allocation. With that hopefully in order, the next step is to select the right financial advisor. An age old investment saying goes “Don’t put all your eggs in one basket”, but what’s the use if the eggs are rotten?! Before diversifying your investments, you […]
“Where you invest is just not enough, How you invest is what makes you tough, Skilled sailors are made only when the sea is rough” I hope the readers of my earlier column are adequately insured by now. Since you have safeguarded your family and yourself with Life Insurance covered in last time’s PT issue, […]
Managing finances is a major concern for all, especially middle class employees, who wish to invest for both – savings and substantial returns. With over a decade of experience and success in the field of finance and investing, leading financial consultant Mehran Felfeli is the owner of the investment consultancy firm, Ethix and also PT’s […]