Investment

Large caps outperformed mid- and small-cap stocks in 2025, reinforcing their role as portfolio stabilisers.

Updated : Feb 14, 2026

How investors should position portfolios in 2026 amid volatility, says Morningstar

One of the clearest messages for investors is to anchor portfolios in large-cap stocks. Fund managers continue to maintain higher allocations to large caps, viewing them as relatively resilient during periods of global uncertainty.

Despite the weekend bounce, Bitcoin is still down sharply from its recent highs.

Updated : Feb 14, 2026

Bitcoin rebounds slightly, but weekly decline streak clouds near-term outlook

Bitcoin climbed more than 4% over the weekend to trade near $68,900, offering brief relief after weeks of sharp declines. However, analysts warn the rebound may be fragile, with some flagging the risk of a deeper downturn ahead.

Under the scheme, guardians can choose from PFRDA-registered pension funds, and investments are spread across different asset types to balance growth and safety.

Updated : Feb 13, 2026

NPS Vatsalya 2026: A simple guide to the government’s pension scheme for children

NPS Vatsalya is a government-backed savings and pension scheme designed to help parents build long-term financial security for their children from an early age. Recent guideline changes have made the scheme more flexible, clearer on withdrawals, and easier to use when the child turns 18.

Updated : Feb 13, 2026

After sharp rally in gold and silver, what’s the next haven? Himanshu Kohli of Client Associates explains

Himanshu Kohli, Co-founder of Client Associates, explains how trade deals could benefit certain sectors where valuations stand in large, mid, and small-cap stocks, and how retail investors can approach 2026

Despite MCX and COMEX gains, gold and silver ETFs stayed weak, reflecting a temporary pricing disconnect.

Updated : Feb 13, 2026

Sell-off in gold, silver ETFs again: Why physical bullion behaves differently amid market turmoil

Gold and silver ETFs saw another sharp sell-off as global volatility intensified after strong US economic data lifted the dollar. Despite a rebound in international bullion prices, ETF prices remained under pressure, highlighting a disconnect with physical metals. The divergence underscores why gold and silver often behave very differently in physical markets versus ETFs during volatile periods.

Emkay Wealth Management said gold and silver may be entering a multi-year structural bull phase, supported by favourable interest-rate trends, sustained central-bank buying, and rising industrial demand.

Updated : Feb 13, 2026

Volatility grips gold, silver in 2026, amid Fed Reserve, US Dollar cues; what investors should note

On Friday, domestic bullion prices rebounded in line with global cues. MCX gold for April delivery rose by Rs 1,662, or 1.09%, to trade at Rs 1,54,498 per 10 grams, while MCX silver for March surged Rs 6,065, or 2.57%, to Rs 2,42,500 per kg.

As of the end of January 2026, equity and equity-related investments stood at approximately 33% of the portfolio.

Updated : Feb 12, 2026

Altiva Hybrid Long-Short Fund parks 70%+ in arbitrage, debt as volatility stays high

The Altiva Hybrid Long-Short Fund has doubled down on stability, parking over 70% of its portfolio in arbitrage and fixed-income strategies amid elevated market volatility. Its January 2026 update highlights a focus on steady accrual, controlled risk and tax-efficient returns as equity markets remain uncertain.

On investment routes, Emkay suggests spreading exposure across instruments such as physical gold, gold and silver ETFs, gold mutual funds and other precious metal-linked products.

Updated : Feb 12, 2026

Gold, silver enter 4–5 year bull cycle - what it means for investor portfolios amid market flipflops?

Several macroeconomic factors are reinforcing the outlook for gold and silver. Expectations of interest rate cuts in the US, the prospect of a softer dollar, and persistent central bank gold purchases since 2022 have strengthened the case for precious metals.

Market participants say the surge in Gold ETFs reflects a tactical shift toward defensive assets. Experts caution it does not signal a bearish turn on equities.

Updated : Feb 12, 2026

Gold and silver ETF rush signals rebalancing, not exit from equities, says expert

Alok Jain, founder of Weekend Investing, said equity markets are showing underlying strength despite periodic intraday corrections and widespread scepticism among investors.

The survey found that 61.9% would choose gold to invest ₹25,000 today, far ahead of mutual funds, fixed deposits, stocks and crypto.

Updated : Feb 12, 2026

Gold tops investment choices for Gen Z and Millennials, shift to smaller, self-led purchases: Survey

The survey, conducted among 5,000 consumers aged 18 to 39, highlights how gold buying is becoming more self-led and pragmatic. About 66.7% of respondents said their gold purchases today are largely personal decisions, marking a move away from purely tradition-driven buying.

The total SIF AUM stands at around Rs 6,564 crore, of which hybrid long-short funds alone account for Rs 5,485 crore.

Updated : Feb 12, 2026

Hybrid SIFs take the lead, capturing over 80% of assets in India’s emerging SIF market: Report

As of January 31, 2026, hybrid SIF strategies control nearly 84% of total SIF assets under management (AUM) and over 83% of cumulative net inflows since October 2024.

Radhika Gupta emphasised the importance of documenting one’s financial reality before making investment choices.

Updated : Feb 11, 2026

'No quick fix to a portfolio': Radhika Gupta cautions investors chasing gold, silver, funds

In a recent social media post, Edelweiss Mutual Fund CEO Radhika Gupta said she has been approached by a growing number of friends, family members and investors over the past few months, many of them asking for specific investment tips.

As per AMFI data, gold and silver ETFs attracted Rs 33,503 crore in January, more than double December’s Rs 15,600 crore, extending a trend that began in November.

Updated : Feb 11, 2026

Gold ETFs track bullion rebound, silver ETFs show uneven recovery; what lies ahead

ETF movements closely mirrored underlying futures prices. On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), April 2026 gold futures traded at ₹1,57,909 per 10 grams, up 0.71%, while March 2026 silver futures surged 3% to ₹2,59,300 per kilogram.

The gold–silver ratio has seen pronounced swings in recent weeks, mirroring the extreme volatility in precious metal prices.

Updated : Feb 11, 2026

Silver rebounds, gold firms as softer US data fuels expectations of deeper Fed rate cuts

On Wednesday, spot gold gained 0.3% to $5,038.73 per ounce, while US gold futures for April delivery climbed 0.6% to $5,060.60 per ounce.

The JioFinance app offers access to fixed deposits from multiple banks and NBFCs, including Unity, Suryoday, Utkarsh, Bajaj Finance, Shriram Finance and Mahindra Finance.

Updated : Feb 11, 2026

JioFinance app introduces one-stop digital platform for bank, NBFC fixed deposits

The JioFinance app feature allows users to discover, invest in and monitor fixed deposits through a fully digital process, reinforcing the app’s ambition to serve as a unified platform for retail financial services.

Average daily turnover across capital market segments fell nearly 25 per cent in H2 FY25 due to regulatory curbs and weaker sentiment.

Updated : Feb 11, 2026

STT hike, SEBI curbs mark inflection point for broking firms, say industry experts

An analysis of 25 broking firms across FY25 and H1 FY26 shows those with higher non-broking income, such as distribution, wealth, investment banking and margin interest, were better insulated from the market slowdown.

January witnessed the strongest-ever monthly inflow into gold ETFs, at $19 billion, lifting global ETF assets under management to a record $669 billion.

Updated : Feb 10, 2026

Gold outlook remains positive despite volatility as ETF inflows, central bank buying rise

Gold had touched a record high of $5,594 per ounce on the London spot market in January before heavy month-end liquidation set in. The pullback was driven by easing geopolitical tensions and a shift in expectations around US monetary policy, the report said.

From an AIF perspective, the Budget expands investible themes across manufacturing, infrastructure, services, climate, healthcare, semiconductors and logistics.

Updated : Feb 10, 2026

Will Budget 2026 offer clarity and continuity for India’s fast-growing AIF industry? Expert breaks it down

Shital Gharge, Senior Vice President, Kotak Alternate Asset Managers Limited, said that presented amid global volatility and shifting geopolitical dynamics, Budget 2026 charts a steady, reform-driven course for India’s economic priorities at a time when the domestic AIF industry is expanding rapidly.

While gold ETFs accounted for ₹24,050 crore, silver ETFs drew a substantial ₹9,463 crore, up sharply from ₹3,962 crore in December.

Updated : Feb 10, 2026

Gold ETFs log strongest inflows in 5 months at Rs 24,040 crore in January, over double December

According to the latest data from the Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI), January also marked an unprecedented month for precious metal ETFs as a combined category. Gold and silver ETFs together attracted net inflows of Rs 33,503 crore, comfortably surpassing equity mutual fund inflows of Rs 24,013 crore during the month.

The sharp reversal marks a dramatic turnaround for a metal that had enjoyed a record-breaking rally until January 2026.

Updated : Feb 6, 2026

Silver erases 2026 gains as prices crash 45% from peak - what’s behind the wild swing?

Over the past week, silver prices have swung wildly, with analysts describing the moves as among the most turbulent since the 1980s. The sell-off intensified in Friday’s session, with investors continuing to aggressively offload silver, pushing prices firmly into the red for the year.

Financial advisers suggest that FD investors focus on structure rather than chasing peak rates.

Updated : Feb 6, 2026

RBI MPC 2026: RBI keeps rates steady, how fixed deposit investors may get affected the most

Experts said the status quo offers temporary rate stability for FD investors. With expectations of another round of easing still alive later in the year, the current environment may suit investors looking to secure fixed deposit yields before banks adjust rates lower in response to earlier policy cuts.

Investment

How investors should position portfolios in 2026 amid volatility, says Morningstar

Bitcoin rebounds slightly, but weekly decline streak clouds near-term outlook

NPS Vatsalya 2026: A simple guide to the government’s pension scheme for children

After sharp rally in gold and silver, what’s the next haven? Himanshu Kohli of Client Associates explains

Sell-off in gold, silver ETFs again: Why physical bullion behaves differently amid market turmoil

Volatility grips gold, silver in 2026, amid Fed Reserve, US Dollar cues; what investors should note

Altiva Hybrid Long-Short Fund parks 70%+ in arbitrage, debt as volatility stays high

Gold, silver enter 4–5 year bull cycle - what it means for investor portfolios amid market flipflops?

Gold and silver ETF rush signals rebalancing, not exit from equities, says expert

Gold tops investment choices for Gen Z and Millennials, shift to smaller, self-led purchases: Survey

Hybrid SIFs take the lead, capturing over 80% of assets in India’s emerging SIF market: Report

'No quick fix to a portfolio': Radhika Gupta cautions investors chasing gold, silver, funds

Gold ETFs track bullion rebound, silver ETFs show uneven recovery; what lies ahead

Silver rebounds, gold firms as softer US data fuels expectations of deeper Fed rate cuts

JioFinance app introduces one-stop digital platform for bank, NBFC fixed deposits

STT hike, SEBI curbs mark inflection point for broking firms, say industry experts

Gold outlook remains positive despite volatility as ETF inflows, central bank buying rise

Will Budget 2026 offer clarity and continuity for India’s fast-growing AIF industry? Expert breaks it down

Gold ETFs log strongest inflows in 5 months at Rs 24,040 crore in January, over double December

Silver erases 2026 gains as prices crash 45% from peak - what’s behind the wild swing?

RBI MPC 2026: RBI keeps rates steady, how fixed deposit investors may get affected the most

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