Sebi may allow mutual funds to invest in overseas funds with exposure to Indian markets. Details here

Sebi may allow mutual funds to invest in overseas funds with exposure to Indian markets. Details here

Mutual funds in India are not explicitly permitted to invest in overseas mutual fund units, which have exposure to Indian securities. As a result, several mutual funds refrain from doing so. Capital markets regulator Sebi has noted that, in view of the strong economic growth prospects of India, Indian securities offer an attractive investment opportunity … Read more

Investing in debt instruments? Learn how agencies give them credit ratings as Sebi releases master circular

Investing in debt instruments? Learn how agencies give them credit ratings as Sebi releases master circular

Before opting for a debt instrument, investors are often recommended to check the credit rating. Higher the rating, the safer the instrument and conversely, the lower the rating, the riskier the investment.   However, one may wonder what are the criteria based on which these agencies such as CRISIL and ICRA rate the financial products. Each … Read more