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Keeping your head when others are losing theirs

Pointing to gold, the only important exception to the intrinsic-value rule is a very weak justification for arguing that Bitcoin will retain its value

Private equity and venture capital investment may hit record $70 bn in 2021

Apart from value, volumes or the number of deals have also gone up

Tepid private consumption holding back investments: Ficci president Mehta

India needs 'virtuous cycle' of demand prompting capital spending that will lead to job creation, he says in an interview.

Gold a good investment option during uncertain times, high inflation

Rebalancing the portfolio by booking some profits in equity might be a good hedge for an extended bearish period.

Economic viability of infra projects high in India, says Gadkari

He was speaking at a national conference on investment opportunities in highways, transport and logistics

What is MF Central? How will it make the life of investors easier?

Two registrar and transfer agents of the mutual funds industry recently launched a transaction platform for investors. Named MF Central, it promises to provide a dashboard to all mutual fund investors

Marc Faber's take on the approach to financial markets next year

Business Standard's Puneet Wadhwa talks to Marc Faber, editor and publisher of 'The Gloom, Boom & Doom Report' on how investors should approach the markets next year and his investment strategies

The myth of safe realty versus risky equities

Low liquidity in the realty market, combined with its non-transparency, means investors are often unaware of the loss in capital value they have suffered during downturns

Depositors should be careful while chasing high returns: Governor Das

Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Shaktikanta Das on Sunday cautioned depositors to be careful while chasing high returns as it comes with higher risk. Das said high returns come with higher risk, so depositors should be discerning enough while chasing returns. Speaking at the 'Depositors First: Guaranteed Time-bound Deposit Insurance Payment up to Rs 5 lakh', he said the RBI remains committed to ensuring that the banking system remains robust and resilient.

Maharashtra govt signs agreements worth Rs 5,051 crore with 12 companies

It said the MoUs will help achieve all-round industrial growth in the state

Best of BS Opinion: Taxing investments, rookie investor's mistake, and more

Here is the best of Business Standard's opinion pieces for Tuesday

Telangana attracted $33 billion investment in seven years: K T Rama Rao

He pointed out that under TSiPASS, which is backed by legislation, all clearances are given through a single window

US fund TFCC to buy 46% stake in Chennai's Ramcharan for $4 billion

According to the company's official website, Ramcharan's registered office is at Dover City in Kent County

Rajasthan bags investment commitments worth about Rs. 78,700 cr

Major investors include Renew Power and JK Lakshmi

The Petrov moment in a client's life

A sketch by Carl Richards illustrates that the advisor stands between the client and her big mistake

German financial institution invests $20 million in Annapurna Finance

Besides improving capital base, DEG investment would be used for enhancing credit formal financing eco-system women borrowers in rural India.

Equity fund mobilisation slows in October, shows Amfi data

In the current financial year, equity funds mobilised over Rs 30,817 crore per month, on average

Making money from leveraged bets on initial offers is difficult

Pricing, oversubscription level, and listing-day gains must all be right for you to make a quick buck

Investments in J&K expected to reach Rs 35,000 cr by Dec: Manoj Sinha

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday said investments in the Union Territory are expected to reach Rs 35,000 crore by December 2021 and proposals for Rs 25,000-crore funding have already been received. Sinha highlighted the key reforms and steps taken for managing the UT's economy during COVID-19, its growth potential and focus areas, besides putting across issues that require consideration by the Union government during interaction with Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, in a meeting chaired by her. Highlighting the steps taken for growth in the economy, the lieutenant governor said "the investment in J&K is expected to reach Rs 35,000 crore by December 2021 and proposals for Rs 25,000 crore have already been received". He said that land has been approved for proposals worth Rs 1,700 crore. "Out of 6,000 acres of land earmarked for the development of industrial estates, 3,000 acres have already been identified." On the steps taken for managing the ...

Opt for thematic offerings only if you can time your entry and exit

Most investors should stick to diversified funds where fund manager has the leeway to exit non-performing themes and sectors