2023 BEST ARBITRAGE MUTUAL FUNDS
Bengaluru techie says Rs 1.8 lakh salary meant nothing when the hospital bill came knocking
A Bengaluru techie earning Rs 1.8 lakh a month shared on Reddit how his father's sudden medical emergency exposed his lack of liquid savings, despite aggressive SIP investments. With his credit card maxed out and mutual funds inaccessible, he scrambled to arrange cash via UPI at 1:30 am. Reddit users responded with advice on building emergency funds, prioritising health insurance and avoiding over-reliance on credit cards.
PPFAS GIFT reduces minimum investment in its two outbound passive funds to $500
PPFAS GIFT has cut the minimum investment in its S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 outbound passive funds from $5,000 to $500, effective August 25. The move aims to broaden access to global diversification for eligible Indian investors through GIFT City, offering index-linked exposure to leading US companies without requiring foreign brokerage accounts.
Netweb Technologies shares fall 4% after raising Rs 1,200 crore through QIP
Netweb Technologies shares fell nearly 4% after the company completed its Rs 1,200 crore Qualified Institutions Placement (QIP), its first equity capital raise since listing in July 2023. The issue drew strong participation from global and domestic institutional investors, including Nomura, Goldman Sachs Asset Management and several mutual funds. The company will use the proceeds to meet working capital needs and support anticipated growth in its order book.
Best gilt mutual funds to invest in August 2026
Gilt funds are not recommended to regular debt investors because they are risky and volatile. Gilt funds suffer the most when the rates go up. The bond prices and yields move in opposite directions. When the rates go up, bond prices come down. This drags down the NAVs of schemes.
Rs 1.8 lakh monthly salary made Bengaluru techie feel 'rich'. Then a family emergency exposed the financial mistake many Gen Z earners ignore
A Bengaluru techie’s experience shows how a high monthly income and regular investments can create a strong sense of financial security, while an unexpected family crisis can reveal gaps that are easy to overlook. His story led to a discussion among young earners about saving, investing, emergency preparedness and what being financially secure actually means.
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Magnum SIF by SBI Mutual Fund garners over Rs 1,100 crore in Equity Ex-Top 100 Long Short Fund NFO
SBI Mutual Fund’s Magnum Equity Ex-Top 100 Long Short Fund mobilised Rs 1,154 crore, the highest NFO collection in the Equity SIF category, highlighting rising investor interest in differentiated strategies.
NFO Insight: Invesco India Pharma and Healthcare Fund opens for subscription. Right time to invest in pharma funds?
Invesco India has unveiled an innovative pharma and healthcare fund tailored for investors seeking opportunities in India's burgeoning healthcare landscape. This fund focuses on leveraging advancements in healthcare while being mindful of current sector valuations and possible US tariff repercussions. While experts advise caution, the sector's robust long-term growth potential invites investors to consider this thematic approach as a complementary investment strategy.
‘Crypto today is where mutual funds were in 1995’: BitDelta India CEO on digital assets and their role in your portfolio
Vikaas M. Sachdeva, CEO of BitDelta India, talks to Abhinav Kaul about his journey from mutual funds and PMS to crypto, and where digital assets fit in an investor’s portfolio.
ETMarkets Smart Talk | Have money in FDs? Why retail investors should consider 7-7.25% bond yields: Amit Somani
He believes the current environment offers an opportunity to lock in yields rather than wait for a marginal rise in rates, while investors with a three-year horizon could consider longer-duration bond funds such as corporate bond and G-sec funds.
Best corporate bond mutual funds to invest in August 2026
Don't think that corporate bond funds do not have any risk. Sure, the highest rating of AAA offers you higher safety. But make sure your fund manager is not taking any extra risk to make extra returns.
JioBlackRock Mutual Fund announces feature changes across 6 funds, including flexi cap, large cap
JioBlackRock Mutual Fund will revise six schemes from August 26 to align with SEBI norms. Changes include broader gold and silver ETF exposure, revised asset allocations, updated maturity definitions, and renaming of two debt funds to reflect their duration strategies.
ETMarkets Smart Talk | Bonds aren’t boring: Where Devang Shah sees the best fixed-income opportunities
At the same time, the RBI remains watchful of risks from geopolitics, crude oil prices and global monetary policy developments.
AMFI announces 5 key initiatives to deepen mutual fund participation and strengthen investor awareness
AMFI has launched five initiatives to deepen mutual fund participation, focusing on investor education, women, smaller cities, first-time investors and underserved communities. Partnerships with NISM, Sa-Dhan and Pinkathon aim to expand awareness, strengthen distributor ethics and encourage informed, responsible investing nationwide.
Best banking & PSU mutual funds to invest in August 2026
If you are investing for three years and aware of the risks associated with these schemes, you can consider investing in Banking & PSU schemes. DSP Banking & PSU Debt Fund has been in the second quartile in the last four months. The scheme had been in the third quartile earlier.
Mutual fund SIP flows double in nearly 3 years, investor accounts rise 12.5% YoY: Franklin Templeton India MF
Mutual fund SIP inflows rose 12% YoY to Rs 31,961 crore in July, while SIP accounts increased 12.5% to 10.63 crore. Franklin Templeton India highlighted strong inflows into flexicap and multi-asset funds, along with rising passive fund AUM and broader growth across the mutual fund industry.
Equity and passive funds gain prominence as investor allocation shifts over 5 years: ICRA Analytics
Over the past five years, mutual fund assets under management have experienced remarkable growth, primarily fueled by the popularity of equity and passive funds. The surge in passive fund folios, which saw an increase of more than five times, highlights a growing preference among investors for low-cost investment options. In contrast, debt fund folios grew only marginally, emphasizing a significant shift in investor focus towards equity and passive investment strategies.
Best conservative hybrid mutual funds to invest in August 2026
Conservative hybrid mutual funds are the entry to the world of hybrid funds. These schemes invest mostly in debt and a small percent in equity. As per the Sebi norms, conservative hybrid schemes must invest 75-90% in debt instruments and 10-25% in stocks. These schemes are ideal for investors looking to invest a small part of their corpus in equity to earn some extra returns.
Best balanced advantage funds or dynamic asset allocation funds to invest in August 2026
If you are planning to invest in balanced advantage schemes, here are our recommended schemes you can consider investing. There are no changes in the list this month. Follow our monthly updates to know how your schemes performed in the previous month.
Best arbitrage mutual funds to invest in August 2026
Arbitrage funds are taxed like equity mutual funds. This means they qualify for long term capital gains tax of 12.5% if investments are held for more than a year. If investments are for less than a year, short term capital gains tax of 20% will be applicable.
Best aggressive hybrid mutual funds to invest in August 2026
If you are bothered about the uncertainties and volatility in the market, you can consider investing in aggressive hybrid mutual funds. Mutual fund advisors typically recommend aggressive hybrid fund schemes to ‘conservative’ equity investors to create wealth to achieve their long-term financial goals.
Best value funds to invest in August 2026
According to mutual fund managers, investors should invest a maximum of 20% in value funds. They also should remember that the market may not always pay a premium for value stocks.
Will my SIP of Rs 40,000 be enough to get Rs 40 lakh for my daughter’s wedding?
ET Wealth Reader's Query: I am 52 and have been investing Rs 40,000 a month through SIPs in diversified equity mutual funds for the past 10 years. My daughter’s wedding is expected in about four years, and I estimate the expense at around Rs 40 lakh. Should I continue investing entirely in equity funds, or should I gradually start shifting part of my corpus to debt funds to protect it from market volatility? If so, when should I begin the transition and what would be an appropriate strategy?
Have over Rs 1 crore cash to invest? Expert suggests portfolio for retirement, children’s goals
An investment advisor recommends a tailored strategy for a surplus of Rs 1.31 crore, focusing on balancing risk and stability for retirement aspirations. This plan involves a staggered investment approach via a systematic transfer plan (STP) spanning four to seven years. The proposed portfolio diversifies into equity, hybrid funds, arbitrage, and gold investments, aiming for capital growth while safeguarding assets as retirement approaches.
Best focused mutual funds to invest in August 2026
According to Sebi norms, focused equity mutual fund schemes must invest in a portfolio of maximum 30 stocks. These schemes have no other restrictions when it comes to investing- like flexi cap schemes they can invest in any market capitalisations and sectors. If that investment strategy appeals to you, you can get to know more about focused equity schemes.
NFO Alert: Zerodha Fund House launches arbitrage fund
Zerodha Fund House has launched its Arbitrage Fund, an open-ended scheme targeting equity and derivatives price gaps. The NFO closes August 14, with the fund designed for relatively low-volatility, tax-efficient short-term cash parking and conservative investors.
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