Market News & Updates

27 Aug 2026

Want to build a passive portfolio? Know whether ETFs or index funds are better for you

ETFs and index funds offer low-cost passive investing but differ in trading, liquidity, costs and SIP convenience. Here’s how investors can choose between the two based on their needs.

27 Aug 2026

Top 3 SIFs account for 70% of industry’s AUM in July; Edelweiss’ Altiva leads the pack

The industry currently has 30 live SIF platforms with total assets of Rs 23,177 crore

27 Aug 2026

12 equity mutual funds turned Rs 10,000 SIP into over Rs 11 crore since their inception. Do you own any?

Around 12 equity mutual funds turned a Rs 10,000 monthly SIP into more than Rs 11 crore since their respective inceptions, an ETMutualFunds analysis showed. Among around 305 equity funds analysed, 110 turned the same monthly SIP into more than Rs 1 crore, with Nippon India Growth Mid Cap Fund topping the list at Rs 29.32 crore.

27 Aug 2026

NFO Insight: The Wealth Company Multi Cap Fund opens for subscription. Where are best opportunities across market caps?

The Wealth Company Mutual Fund has launched its new multi-cap fund, which mandates at least 25% allocation each to large-, mid- and small-cap stocks. Experts say the fund’s performance will depend on stock selection and portfolio construction, while investors should consider their risk appetite, investment horizon and overall market-cap allocation.

27 Aug 2026

Best short duration mutual funds to invest in August 2026

According to the Sebi mandate, short duration funds can invest in debt instruments which have maturity between one and three years. That means these schemes are meant for short-term investments of up to three years or more.

27 Aug 2026

Wealth managers turn to hybrid SIFs for higher, tax-efficient returns

Specialised investment funds are changing wealth manager portfolio structures. Hybrid SIF strategies are increasingly included in allocations. These funds offer tax efficiency and differentiated investment approaches. Wealth managers suggest these funds complement core portfolios for investors. SIFs provide flexibility through various investment strategies.

26 Aug 2026

TRUSTMF Small Cap among 6 equity mutual funds to offer over 20% return in 9 months. Do you own any?

26 Aug 2026

NFO Alert: ICICI Prudential Mutual Fund to launch 3 life cycle funds

ICICI Prudential Mutual Fund has launched three open-ended life cycle funds with five-, 10- and 15-year horizons. The schemes use a glide-path strategy, starting with higher equity exposure that gradually shifts towards debt as maturity approaches. The NFOs — Life Cycle Fund 2031, 2036 and 2041 — are open for subscription and will close on September 9.

26 Aug 2026

Midcap emerges as strong SIP option with 17.59% average 10-year return: WhiteOak Capital

Investing in midcap SIPs has proven to be beneficial, boasting an impressive average return of 17.59% over the past decade. This investment category has consistently provided positive returns, showing stability over time. Unlike frequent switching between market caps, which failed to improve long-term gains, gradually increasing SIP contributions can achieve accelerated wealth accumulation. Moreover, the likelihood of securing positive returns rises with lengthening investment durations.