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Interest Rate Cuts and IT Index Performance: A Deep Dive
Interest rate cuts often act as a catalyst for economic growth and stock market performance. IT stocks, in particular, are highly sensitive to interest rate changes. With a recent rate cut in the U.S. and speculations of an upcoming cut in India, investors are wondering if the IT index is poised for another surge. Let’s…
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Investing in Silver: A Smart Alternative to Gold in 2024
Investing in precious metals has always been a popular strategy for diversifying portfolios and hedging against economic uncertainties. While gold has traditionally been the go-to choice, silver has gained remarkable traction this year. In 2024, silver’s growth has outpaced gold in many respects, making it an appealing investment option. This blog explores why silver is…
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Understanding Index Funds: The Path to Stress-Free Investing
When planning for financial independence, index funds are a compelling option. They offer a way to grow wealth with minimal effort and stress. But what exactly are index funds, and why do they play such a key role in the FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) community? In this post, we’ll break down what index funds…
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From India How to Buy U.S. Stocks(Apple, Microsoft, and Google) via Franklin Templeton, Motilal Oswal, and Other Options
Investing in U.S. stocks from India has never been easier. It allows you to diversify your portfolio by gaining exposure to leading global companies, especially tech giants. In this blog, we explore options like Franklin Templeton, Motilal Oswal, and other ways to invest in U.S. equities. 1. Franklin U.S. Opportunities Fund The Franklin U.S. Opportunities…
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Investing in ETFs and Saving on Transaction Fees: A Case Study with Mirae Asset Midcap 150 ETF and SBI Nifty 50 ETF
Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) have grown in popularity as a cost-effective and diversified way to invest in the stock market. One of the most significant advantages of ETFs is the ability to save on transaction fees while gaining exposure to a broad set of assets. In this blog, we’ll focus on two prominent ETFs in India:…