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Why Is My Portfolio Not Performing Despite Markets Doing Well?

Market Insights & Sectors

July 04, 2026

Why Is My Portfolio Not Performing Despite Markets Doing Well?

You open the news and see headlines about stock market highs. Friends mention gains in their portfolios. Social media is full of screenshots showing impressive returns. Yet when you check your own investments, the numbers tell a different story. If your portfolio is not performing despite markets doing well, you are not alone. This is […]

How to Manage Fear During Market Crashes and Avoid Panic Selling

Financial Planning

July 04, 2026

How to Manage Fear During Market Crashes and Avoid Panic Selling

Fear during a market crash is a behavioural response, not a financial signal. The most effective approach is to focus on your original investment goal and horizon rather than daily portfolio movements. Selling during a crash converts temporary paper losses into permanent realised losses, and the challenge of knowing when to re-enter means many investors […]

Should You Wait for a Market Correction Before Investing a Large Amount?

Market Insights & Sectors

July 02, 2026

Should You Wait for a Market Correction Before Investing a Large Amount?

A client walks into a meeting with Rs. 25 lakh sitting in a savings account. The question comes within the first few minutes. “What if I invest today and the market falls next month?” The concern is understandable. Nobody wants to invest a large amount only to see portfolio values decline shortly afterwards. As a […]

If I Invest Today and Markets Fall Tomorrow, What Should I Do?

Market Insights & Sectors

July 01, 2026

If I Invest Today and Markets Fall Tomorrow, What Should I Do?

A surprisingly common question financial advisors hear is: “What if I invest today and markets fall tomorrow?” The concern is understandable. You spend months deciding whether to invest, finally take action, and then the market drops immediately afterwards. Suddenly, what felt like a sensible financial decision starts to feel like a mistake. Many investors experience […]

Demat Account Pledge, Margin & Lien Explained: What Every Investor Should Know

Market Insights & Sectors

June 29, 2026

Demat Account Pledge, Margin & Lien Explained: What Every Investor Should Know

Many investors discover terms like pledge, margin, and lien only after receiving an unexpected notification from their broker or depository participant. The confusion is understandable. These terms sound similar, yet they have very different implications for your investments. For some investors, the concern goes deeper. A message indicating that shares have been pledged or marked […]

When Should You Exit a Fund or Stock? A Practical Decision Framework

Market Insights & Sectors

June 26, 2026

When Should You Exit a Fund or Stock? A Practical Decision Framework

Many investors spend weeks deciding what to buy. Far fewer spend time deciding when to sell. That creates a common problem. An investor buys a mutual fund or stock with confidence, but when market conditions change, uncertainty takes over. Some hold losing investments for years hoping for a recovery. Others sell quality investments too early […]

All-Time High Markets: Stop Investing or Continue SIP?

Market Insights & Sectors

June 18, 2026

All-Time High Markets: Stop Investing or Continue SIP?

Seeing markets reach new highs can feel uncomfortable. Many investors experience a mix of excitement and anxiety when headlines announce record-breaking index levels. A common thought quickly follows: “Have I missed the opportunity?” or “Should I stop my SIP until markets fall?” That concern is understandable. Nobody wants to invest today only to see markets […]

Why India’s Biggest Mutual Funds Are Restricting Gold ETF Investments

Market Insights & Sectors

June 16, 2026

Why India’s Biggest Mutual Funds Are Restricting Gold ETF Investments

Many investors were surprised when some of India’s largest mutual fund houses began restricting fresh investments into gold ETFs during June 2026. If you recently planned a large investment into a gold ETF, you may have encountered new limits that were not there a few weeks ago. The sudden move has created confusion. Some investors […]

Market Insights & Sectors

June 12, 2026

AMFI Monthly Data Analysis

AMFI Industry Monthly Report Mutual Fund IndustryMonthly Analysis May 2026 — Comprehensive Review & Data Sheet Data SourceAMFI India · Official Monthly Report · May 2026 Reference PeriodMay 1 – May 31, 2026 Prior PeriodApril 2026 · December 2025 AudienceRetail Clients · Internal Sales Team Industry AUM₹81.58L Cr▼ −0.4% vs Apr ’26 Net Industry Flow−₹64,021 […]