In the current scenario, yes. It's a better option than buying a house as the real estate market is overheated and speculation has driven up the prices, while rental values have not kept pace with this trend.
Yes, because all the factors that had contributed to the rise in the price of gold in 2008-10 are in play again and analysts expect the yellow metal to do well in the coming months.
Only if you can buy a new policy with a bigger insurance cover for the same price. Of late, term plan premiums have come down and online plans are far cheaper.
Life insurers are finally waking up to the potential of the Internet as
they launch online products in quick succession. Customers are giving
these plans a thumbs-up.
The uptrend in the stock market is attracting hordes of investors. However, adopting a contrarian approach and investing in other avenues can be equally profitable.
With inflation showing no signs of abating and the RBI not in a mood to ease the monetary tightening, medium- and long-term debt funds can continue to give poor returns.
Not if you have a 1-2 year investing horizon. Given the prevailing uncertainty and high valuations of other assets, fixed deposits are a better option now.
Not always. A stock could be available at a price lower than its peers for a variety of reasons. Don't be tempted by this. It's more important to know about the growth prospects of the company.
No, don't invest in a scrip just because it is in a fund's portfolio. Fund managers can also make mistakes, especially when valuations are at peak levels. A good share bought at a high price is a bad investment.
In the current financial uncertainty, following set principles of investing may not yield desirable returns. Find out how to maximise gains by adopting contrarian strategies.
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