Mutual funds regularly disclose their factsheets -- which if tracked regularly -- can indicate the buy and sell decisions of the mutual fund manager. But can buying direct stocks by copying your fund manager's moves, work in your favour? In this episode of Why Not Mint Money, we are joined by Bhavesh Damania, founder of Wisdom Edge Investments, to find out more about this.

In this episode, Aprajita talks about the latest digital scam making waves – fraudulent APK files. As more people download apps from unofficial sources, cybercriminals are finding new ways to exploit unsuspecting users, leading to significant financial and personal harm. Aprajita breaks down how these APK frauds operate, why they pose such a serious threat, and what steps you can take to protect yourself. Stay tuned and learn how to safeguard your data and devices from this new wave of digital fraud!

Portfolio management services (PMS) face new challenges after the Union Budget for 2024-25 increased tax on long-term and short-term capital gains. As stocks are held in the investor's demat account in PMS, every buy and sell decision of the PMS manager has a tax impact for the investor, unlike a mutual fund. What are the alternatives for PMS investors? Like PMS strategies, focused funds also take concentrated high-conviction investment calls. In this episode of Why Not Mint Money, Anthony Heredia, chief executive officer of Mahindra Manulife Mutual Fund, talks on whether focused funds can act as an alternative for PMS investors.

DSP is launching a scheme that will equally split the corpus among the top 10 stocks by market capitalization, dubbed "HRITIK" (HDFC Bank, RIL, ITC, TCS, Infosys, and Kotak Bank). These companies have recently underperformed as investors shifted to small and mid-caps. Sahil Kapoor, DSP MF's market strategist, joins us to discuss their bet on a "HRITIK" comeback.

What does it take to build an investment portfolio that can last for generations? How do you ensure that your wealth is preserved and grows steadily, even in the face of market volatility and economic downturns? In this episode of Why Not Mint Money, we explore the concept of the "cockroach portfolio" with Ashutosh Bishnoi, director of Multi-Act. But what exactly is a cockroach portfolio, and why is it named after one of the most resilient creatures on earth? The idea behind this investment strategy is to create a portfolio that can withstand various financial challenges, much like the cockroach can survive in almost any environment. It's designed for those who seek long-term wealth preservation and want to build a financial legacy that endures.

Welcome to another episode of our podcast, Today, we have a very special guest with us, Siddharth Srivastava, the Head of ETF Product and Fund Manager at Mirae Asset Mutual Fund. Siddharth will be sharing his insights on the exciting and rapidly evolving sector of electric vehicles (EVs) and the investment opportunities it presents. We'll be focusing on Mirae Asset's NIFTY EV and New Age Automotive ETF, a fund designed to capitalize on the growth of the EV sector and related industries. Stay tuned as we explore the progress of EV penetration in India, the sectors set to benefit, and the compelling reasons to consider investing in this trend.

Our host Sashind Ningthoukhongjam speaks to Sagar Soman, NRI Tax expert, about the financial challenges NRIs face when moving back to India. They discuss handling foreign assets, converting bank accounts under FEMA, and understanding tax implications like the RNOR status. Sagar shares stories of clients and offers tips on managing finances for a smooth transition.

Mint's Shipra speaks to Urvil Modi, founder and CEO, Samriddhi Wealth Management, about the multitude challenges NRIs face in selling property in India and how they can reduce the complexities.

The premium due date for your LIC policy is coming, but you do not want to pay it. You want to surrender your policy. While you will get some money in return (lower than premiums paid so far), your death benefit will be gone. What if you get the money and part of the death benefit still continues? Ketan Mehta, founder & Director of ACESO Endowment Services, has found a way out - assign your policy to a trust set up by Mehta. Watch the video to know more.

In the latest episode of Why Not Mint Money, host Radhika Makker is joined by Robin Bhowmik, Chief Business Officer at the Manipal Academy of BFSI, to shed light on the intricacies of financial planning. With over 28 years of global experience in business transformation and revenue growth, Robin brings a wealth of knowledge to help listeners understand and overcome common financial planning challenges. Whether you're a young professional, a goal-setting individual, or someone looking to secure a stable future, this episode is packed with practical advice to guide you on your financial journey.

Robin discusses essential steps for effective financial planning, including the importance of budgeting, expense tracking, and balancing short-term needs with long-term goals. He also highlights the benefits of seeking professional guidance and how Manipal Academy's programs and resources can support your financial aspirations. Tune in to gain valuable insights!