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The RBI's new mis-selling rules could mark a turning point - if enforcement follows

AI isn't one revolution - it's several parallel ones, moving at very different speeds

Before panicking about AI replacing everything, try getting help from an AI chatbot

What held NPS back for years just changed. Watch Investors' Hangout to understand why it matters now.

Fintech platforms have perfected the art of invisible charges

Nearly a century ago, experts were serving up the same buffet of market explanations. Nothing has changed.

Your portfolio may be doing better—or worse—than you think. It depends on what you're measuring. Watch Investors' Hangout to understand which metric matters.

When the media scrambles for something to say, that's usually a sign that your finances are in stable hands

A new book confirms what sensible investors have long suspected about finance

Why wealthy investors think systematic investing is beneath them

The Budget shouldn't force impulsive decisions. Watch this special episode of Investors' Hangout to understand what Union Budget 2026 means for your investments and taxes.

Why retail investors may still find opportunity where big money can't

When your NPS account is frozen, the administrative fix is quick and easy. But to keep it that way requires better savings habits.

A retirement corpus is not about the number you reach—it's about whether that number can survive inflation, uncertainty, and you. Watch Investors' Hangout this week to understand more.

Japan's bond market signals the close of a 25-year era of cheap capital, forcing investors to rethink valuations, growth narratives and the true cost of money

Laws mean nothing without enforcement that truly hurts violators

Why staying invested is a skill you build, not a temperament you're born with

The first ₹1 crore isn’t just a milestone on a chart; it’s when compounding finally becomes real.

Scott Adams' 87-word financial masterclass remains the best investment advice ever written

Why India's savings culture serves everyone except the saver

Why your goals, finances and behaviour matter more than market moods

Dull investing will quietly build wealth. Clever predictions won’t.

A simple rule change may have quietly turned gifting into a long-term wealth decision.

But that logic is exactly what damages long-term returns

Our new framework for debt funds sees what returns alone cannot

IPOs look tempting. Here is the right way to approach them.

Short-term losses trigger instinct, but disciplined investing turns time and consistency into your biggest allies

Predictions fade. Portfolios endure. What matters is how prepared you are.

The NPS changes reflect a broader lesson that Indian regulators are slowly learning

Predictions are pointless, but observations tell us plenty.

PFRDA has quietly built a clever workaround for a problem it couldn't fix

We tend to procrastinate most important things but this is one commitment that you shouldn't put off for later

Markets reward discipline, not yesterday's winners.

In financial services, scepticism isn't cynical - it's your best defence

Reflecting on 15 years of writing for ET Wealth, here are key lessons that have shaped the future for the average Indian investor

SEBI's mutual fund reform appears to be a fee cut. It is, more precisely, a transparency reset, with some real savings hidden in the plumbing.

Why many investors feel prepared for crashes they’ve never truly faced

Retired and planning for the next 3–5 years? Learn how to invest for stability and peace of mind—without chasing returns.

Why sorting the basics is the first step towards long-term wealth

In a world of algorithms and automation, sometimes what investors need most is a human conversation

The smart investor's test for when a fund deserves patience—and when it doesn't.

Why chasing hot ideas hurts, and steady investing wins

Chasing quick returns, investors sacrifice their own financial security

Financial jargon confuses investors by hijacking everyday language

Fear is normal for an investor. But don't let it stop you on the path to riches.

A large lump sum can build wealth or break discipline — this episode shows the simplest way to deploy it without losing sleep or catching a market high.

Premiumisation, digital lifestyles and a rising middle India are reshaping demand. Experts decode what this shift means for investors — and where the Union Consumption Fund NFO fits into a long-term portfolio strategy.

In bull markets, fortunate timing comes disguised as investing skill

Why broad market corrections create rare chances to buy high-quality businesses

Small caps promise big returns—but are they worth the stomach-churning ride? Find out in our upcoming Investors' Hangout.