Thematic Mutual Funds: 2026 Investment Guide After 2025 Returns
Thematic mutual funds delivered mixed returns in 2025. Experts weigh in on whether retail investors should consider them in 2026, highlighting risks and strategic approaches.
Thematic mutual funds delivered mixed returns in 2025. Experts weigh in on whether retail investors should consider them in 2026, highlighting risks and strategic approaches.
Twenty civic bodies in Maharashtra, including Mumbai's BMC, missed Rs 1,415 crore in central air quality grants due to delayed local elections. Funds for EVs, dust control halted.
Margao Municipal Council's beautification project successfully transforms 3 of 10 identified waste dumping black spots. Officials credit improved aesthetics and vigilance for the change. Read how the model will be replicated.
Indian investors pivot to SIPs for disciplined wealth creation amid volatility. SIP contributions hit Rs 3 lakh crore in 2025, now 35% of equity MF inflows. Learn why this structural shift is reshaping retail investing.
Equity mutual fund inflows fell over 6% to Rs 28,054 crore in December. While debt funds saw massive outflows, gold ETFs attracted Rs 11,647 crore. Read the full AMFI data analysis.
Equity mutual fund inflows fell over 6% in December to ₹28,054 crore, while debt schemes saw massive redemptions of ₹1.32 lakh crore. Flexi-cap funds led equity inflows. Read the full analysis.
Udupi police receive 12 vehicles via CSR funds from MLAs and firms to tackle an acute shortage. SP Hariram Shankar details the initiative and the remaining 15% deficit.
Retail investors are pivoting to hybrid & multi-asset mutual funds via SIPs for diversification in 2026. Experts forecast 7-8% growth in SIP collections, adding ₹60,000 crore. Read more.
Are mutual funds truly better than FDs? An expert breaks down the reality of returns, tax, inflation, and how to choose the right tool for your financial goals. Read to plan smarter.
Union Minister Piyush Goyal urges companies to view CSR as a starting point for social good, not a cap. Calls for integrating social responsibility into core business models for greater impact.
Considering focused mutual funds? They invest in under 30 stocks for concentrated growth but carry higher risk. Learn about top performers like HDFC & ICICI Pru funds before investing.
Index data proves mid and small-cap funds consistently outperform large caps over the long term. Learn why they are essential for a diversified portfolio. Read the analysis.
A new IIM study reveals that India's mandatory CSR spending rule may lower investor confidence and reduce firm value. Discover the findings and policy implications.
IIM Lucknow research finds mandatory CSR spending can be seen as a compliance cost, raising equity costs for firms. Strategic CSR, however, can build trust and lower risk.
Delhi University's ambitious naming rights policy for donor funding sees slow start. Only one construction project is backed by donations, with Rs 2.3 crore raised last year. Explore the challenges and data behind the initiative.
Visakhapatnam pioneers safe drinking water with a new mobile lab. Funded by CSR, it instantly tests for metals, bacteria & more across all wards. A major step to curb waterborne diseases.
Rabindra Kumar Behera, Chairman of RSB Global, commits to expanding CSR initiatives and women empowerment programs in Jharkhand, following his PhD honour from President Murmu. Read about the group's sustainable plans.
Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan cautions states about potential delays in future fund releases if money for agricultural schemes remains unspent. Read the full details.
As 2026 begins, financial experts share diverse views on inflation, markets, and currency. Discover why discipline beats prediction and explore key insights on mutual funds, child education funding, and insurance reforms. Plan your money goals now.
Karnataka govt sanctions Rs 50 crore for Bengaluru's third-largest biodiversity park in Madappanahalli. Cabinet also approves a fully subsidised 1000-bed organ transplant hospital with Azim Premji Foundation. Read more.
Despite a tough 2025 for equities, some mid-cap mutual funds delivered decent returns. Here's a detailed look at the top 10 performers, their holdings, and key insights for investors.
Sectoral funds like PSU Bank and Metal indices soared in 2025, but experts warn of high volatility. Learn if these thematic investments are worth the risk for your portfolio.
Family of Jabar Singh, killed in Barmer road accident, calls off protest after company agrees to Rs 35 lakh aid, job & safety measures. Read the full agreement details.
M3M Foundation's 2023 initiatives in education, health, livelihoods, sports & sustainability created a measurable impact for over 4.9 million people across India. Discover their nationwide journey.
Planning to invest Rs 10 lakh in 2026? Experts advise a 40% equity allocation, diversification with hybrid funds, and holding gold. Learn the optimal portfolio strategy for the new year.
Global sovereign wealth funds amassed a record $15 trillion in assets in 2025, with Middle Eastern funds leading massive investments in AI and digitalization. Discover the key players and trends.
Sovereign wealth funds poured $132 billion into the US in 2025, while investments in emerging markets like India and China fell 28%. Global state-owned assets hit a record $60 trillion.
Over 6,000 gram panchayats in Karnataka face a severe financial crunch after being denied over Rs 2,100 crore in devolved funds for the current fiscal year. Learn about the impact on local governance.
HP General Industries Corporation approves Rs 1.38 crore CSR funds for DGP's office to procure 12 vehicles for the state's Anti-Chitta Campaign. Read more about the board's decisions.
A century-old government primary school in Gadag's Pethalur village gets a massive facelift through community & CSR efforts, boosting student strength from 140 to 220. Read how they did it without education dept funds.