Dhirendra Kumar discusses the PPF, NPS and mutual funds as investment avenues for a gratuity amount.

When investing for a goal with a seven-year horizon, here is the asset allocation and withdrawal plan you should use

Dhirendra Kumar talks about the suitability of arbitrage funds for retirees

Systematically invest in two to three multicap funds and one international fund to de-risk your investments, suggests Dhirendra Kumar

Investors have preferred an alternate NASDAQ 100 fund because of its long history. Nevertheless, the S&P 500 funds might also start getting traction, opines Dhirendra Kumar

If your original asset allocation has completely gone for a toss, consider rebalancing irrespective of the economic outlook, suggests Dhirendra Kumar

Dhirendra Kumar talks about how to assess if your fund is a laggard, factors to look out for while choosing an alternative and the right way to move your investments

Dhirendra Kumar discusses whether the new multi-asset-allocation funds being launched by AMCs of late are worth considering

Dhirendra Kumar talks about why the growing trend of investment in direct equities is not a threat to mutual funds and how direct investment in equities calls for time, knowledge and constant monitoring

Investors should be cautious when switching from liquid to corporate bond funds and keep these points in mind