Ravi Fernandes

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2026-09-09 12:04:07 -

Charges Explained: AMC, Brokerage and Other Fees
When I first looked into building a portfolio of bonds in India, I quickly realized that understanding how a demat account works is the most important first step. Think of it as a digital locker where your investments—like corporate bonds and government securities—are safely stored online, removing the need for messy paper certificates. However, before diving in, it is smart to look...

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2026-08-31 10:37:24 -

Buying Corporate Bonds: How to Compare Coupon, Yield and Credit Rating
A few years ago, I decided I was tired of watching my hard-earned savings sit in a standard bank account earning barely enough interest to keep up with rising costs. I wanted my money to work harder and generate a steady secondary income, but every financial website I opened was packed with overly complicated terms that made my head spin. Once I stripped away all the confusing terminology and...

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2026-08-25 13:23:30 -

YTM Formula: Understanding How Price, Coupon and Maturity Affect Yield
When I evaluate bonds, one metric I always rely on is Yield to Maturity (YTM). A bond's coupon rate only tells you how much interest it pays each year based on its starting face value. But YTM gives you the complete, practical picture. It factors in every interest payment you receive, whether you bought the bond at a discount or a premium, and how many years you have to wait until the bond...

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2026-08-24 10:46:17 -

High-Yield Bonds: How to Evaluate Returns Against Credit Risk
When I first started exploring the bond market, I assumed bonds were strictly for cautious investors who just wanted to play it safe. Treasury bills and solid, blue-chip corporate bonds are great for that, but my own investing path eventually brought me to high yield bonds. I learned early on that while those high payouts look fantastic on paper, earning them consistently takes a...

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2026-08-12 12:47:40 -

How Sweep-in Fixed Deposits Provide Easy Access to Emergency Funds
Managing my personal finances used to feel like a constant tug-of-war. On one hand, I wanted to earn decent interest on my savings so inflation wouldn't eat them away. On the other hand, I knew I needed cash sitting in my account for sudden emergencies. Keeping a large sum in a regular savings account yielded almost zero interest, but locking it into a traditional fixed deposit meant paying...

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2026-08-11 10:11:41 -

What Is a Bond? A Modern Investor's Guide to Fixed-Income Investing
When I first started thinking seriously about building long-term wealth, I quickly realized I could not just put all my money into stocks. The stock market moves up and down like a wild roller coaster, and watching those dramatic shifts can feel pretty stressful. That is why I began exploring safer financial options to balance out my risks. If you are also trying to figure out how to grow your...

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2026-08-07 07:30:36 -

Free vs Paid Bond Price Calculators: Which One Offers Better Value?
When I first began navigating the fixed-income market, precision was my absolute top priority. Understanding the intricate nuances of yields, maturity values, and accrued interest can feel daunting, especially as the ecosystem for bonds in india continues to expand and attract diverse retail participation. To make informed and strategic portfolio decisions, I quickly realized that manual...

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2026-07-29 12:16:29 -

Using SGBs for Long-Term Portfolio Growth and Gold Exposure
For decades, I have observed that gold serves as an essential bedrock for Indian households, acting as both a cultural staple and a critical hedge against inflation. However, as the financial landscape evolves, the method of acquiring this asset has undergone a significant transformation. In my professional assessment, the shift from physical bullion to digital alternatives is not just a trend;...

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2026-07-24 10:44:47 -

High Yield Bonds Explained: Higher Returns, Higher Credit Risk
If you’ve been looking for ways to get a little more "oomph" out of your savings, you’ve probably hit the same wall I did: traditional savings accounts and government bonds just aren't keeping up with rising costs. I started exploring other options a few years ago, and that’s when I really started to wrap my head around high-yield bonds. They’re...

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2026-07-13 08:16:53 -

Comparing Liquidity in Digital Gold and Sovereign Gold Bonds
If you’ve ever looked at your savings and thought about how to invest it, you’ve probably considered gold. For a long time, I thought the only way to own it was to head to a jewelry store and buy physical coins or gold bars. But honestly, that always stressed me out. I was constantly worried about where to hide it at home, how to keep it safe from theft, and whether I was actually...

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2026-07-10 12:26:54 -

Green Bonds: Meaning, Features, and Global Significance
I used to think investing was just about staring at spreadsheets and waiting for interest to pile up. I was so focused on the “how much” that I rarely stopped to think about the “what for.” But lately, my perspective has shifted. I started asking myself if my money could actually do something constructive while it grows. That simple question led me down a rabbit hole...

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