COVER STORY
It takes a lot for a woman to walk off from an unhappy family situation, not just emotionally but also financially. That’s because few women truly strive to achieve financial freedom
Through Her Eyes
We spoke to five women financial planners, each of whom have made a mark for themselves in a field that is traditionally considered a male bastion, fighting biases along the way at various levels
Women advisors are better listeners and empathetic, says Dilshad Billimoria
It needs a celebrity touch to create the aha moment, says Mrin Agarwal
Self reliance is the most powerful attitude for women to have, says Priya Sunder
Fight self-doubt and be unapologetic, says Shweta Jain
More women solo travellers in India are charting their own path for holidays, but while enjoying the picturesque locales, food and culture, it helps to be mindful of what to carry and how to be safe
If you have a risk-taking spirit and a nose for detail, then small caps are the way to go
Talk Back
We spoke to five women financial planners, each of whom have made a mark for themselves in a field that is traditionally considered a male bastion, fighting biases along the way at various levels
Women advisors are better listeners and empathetic, says Dilshad Billimoria
Financial learning begins at home, says Kiran Telang
It needs a celebrity touch to create the aha moment, says Mrin Agarwal
Self reliance is the most powerful attitude for women to have, says Priya Sunder
Fight self-doubt and be unapologetic, says Shweta Jain
More women solo travellers in India are charting their own path for holidays, but while enjoying the picturesque locales, food and culture, it helps to be mindful of what to carry and how to be safe
If you have a risk-taking spirit and a nose for detail, then small caps are the way to go
OTHER STORIES
Index funds help investors earn returns similar to the benchmark, but one should check the tracking error and expense ratio
Nippon India Small Cap: Long-Term Performer
With the interest rate hike cycle by RBI at its fag end, discussions in the market on the case for investing in long-maturity funds are picking up, but it’s advisable to wait for better visibility
Regulatory changes between January 16 and February 15, 2023, and how they will impact you
Faulty planning is often a result of a conservative approach born out of fear and apprehension, and this heady concoction could wreak havoc on one’s financial requirements
Emigrating to another country is a big decision and requires a lot of planning. Being methodical can help you nail it
When it comes to finances, there cannot be and should not be a ‘one glove fits all’ solution. What could be a highly risky investment for one could form the core of another’s portfolio
It’s like owning a piece of history. Each certificate has its own unique tale, describing the company, the instrument, signatures, vintage vignettes and even the printer’s details
Queries
A look at where you will pay the lowest EMIs for home, car and personal loans, and get the most out of fixed deposits
Homebuyer’s Guide To Mumbai
Explainer: Small Savings Schemes For Women
Investors can consider short-duration schemes such as ultra-short and short-term funds. For parking funds, one may consider a liquid fund
Asset allocation ensures that the portfolio remains diversified, and the risk is spread across asset classes, providing an inbuilt downside protection mechanism
Women need to embrace equity as limiting investments to a few asset classes that carry little to no risk can deprive them of wealth-creation opportunities in the long run
Volatility is the new norm of the market. In the face of rising interest rates, it’s important that investors diversify themselves to balance the risks, and accordingly go for asset allocation.
The role of advisors will become more critical once the old regime is phased out as investors will have to choose instruments themselves
Financial goals could be overwhelming at times, mainly when the resources are limited, but disciplined investing in the long term has always proved a smart strategy for succes
