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Introduction to Mutual Funds : 100 Days 100 Topics

Introduction to Mutual Funds

1. What Are Mutual Funds?
2. History and Evolution of Mutual Funds : Link
3. Why Invest in Mutual Funds? : Link
4. How Mutual Funds Work : Link
5. Key Players in Mutual Funds: AMCs, Distributors, and Regulators : Link

Types of Mutual Funds

6. Equity Mutual Funds: Overview and Benefits : Link
7. Debt Mutual Funds: Overview and Benefits : Link
8. Hybrid Mutual Funds: Overview and Benefits : Link
9. Index Funds vs. Actively Managed Funds : Link
10. ELSS (Equity Linked Savings Schemes) for Tax Savings : Link
11. Sectoral and Thematic Funds Explained :  Link
12. Multi-Cap vs. Flexi-Cap Funds
13. Large-Cap, Mid-Cap, and Small-Cap Funds
14. Fixed Maturity Plans (FMPs)
15. Gilt Funds: Investing in Government Bonds
16. Liquid Funds for Short-Term Parking
17. Overnight Funds: Ultra-Short-Term Investments
18. International Mutual Funds
19. Solution-Oriented Funds: Retirement and Children’s Plans

Getting Started with Mutual Funds

20. Setting Investment Goals
21. Understanding Risk Appetite
22. How to Choose the Right Mutual Fund
23. How to Start a SIP (Systematic Investment Plan)
24. Lumpsum vs. SIP Investments
25. Importance of KYC for Mutual Fund Investments
26. Role of PAN and Bank Account in Mutual Funds
27. How to Use Mutual Fund Apps and Platforms
28. Demystifying the Mutual Fund Statement
29. Reading a Mutual Fund Fact Sheet

Mutual Fund Charges and Metrics

30. Understanding the Expense Ratio
31. What Is Exit Load in Mutual Funds?
32. NAV (Net Asset Value): What It Means for Investors
33. AUM (Assets Under Management): Does It Matter?
34. Sharpe Ratio: Measure of Risk-Adjusted Returns
35. Beta: Assessing Market Volatility
36. Alpha: The Fund Manager’s Contribution
37. Treynor Ratio Explained
38. Portfolio Turnover Ratio
39. CAGR vs. Absolute Returns

Advanced Concepts

40. What Are Fund of Funds?
41. SIP vs. STP (Systematic Transfer Plan)
42. SWP (Systematic Withdrawal Plan): Generating Regular Income
43. Taxation on Mutual Funds
44. Understanding Indexation Benefits
45. Direct vs. Regular Plans: What’s the Difference?
46. Growth vs. Dividend Option in Mutual Funds
47. Rebalancing Your Mutual Fund Portfolio
48. Tracking Error in Index Funds
49. How to Benchmark Mutual Fund Performance

Investment Strategies

50. Importance of Diversification
51. Asset Allocation: Balancing Equity and Debt
52. How to Choose Mutual Funds Based on Financial Goals
53. Role of Mutual Funds in Retirement Planning
54. Goal-Based Investing with Mutual Funds
55. Investing for Child’s Education Using Mutual Funds
56. Emergency Funds Through Mutual Funds
57. Timing the Market vs. Time in the Market
58. Dollar-Cost Averaging with SIP
59. Using Mutual Funds for Wealth Creation

Tools and Resources

60. Best Apps for Mutual Fund Investing
61. How to Use Mutual Fund Calculators
62. Tracking Your Mutual Fund Portfolio
63. Understanding AMFI and Its Role
64. SEBI’s Guidelines for Mutual Funds
65. Role of CRISIL Ratings in Fund Selection

Myths and Misconceptions

66. Debunking Common Myths About Mutual Funds
67. Are Mutual Funds Safe?
68. Can You Lose All Your Money in Mutual Funds?
69. Do Mutual Funds Guarantee Returns?
70. Mutual Funds vs. Fixed Deposits: Which Is Better?

Comparative Analysis

71. Mutual Funds vs. Direct Stocks
72. Mutual Funds vs. ETFs
73. Mutual Funds vs. ULIPs
74. Mutual Funds vs. PPF
75. Mutual Funds vs. Real Estate

Mutual Funds and Taxes

76. Tax-Saving Mutual Funds: ELSS
77. Long-Term Capital Gains Tax on Mutual Funds
78. Short-Term Capital Gains Tax on Mutual Funds
79. Tax-Free Dividends: Fact or Myth?
80. Understanding DDT (Dividend Distribution Tax)

Global Investing

81. Benefits of Investing in International Mutual Funds
82. Risks of Global Investments
83. Top International Mutual Funds for Beginners
84. Currency Risk in Global Funds

Mutual Fund Market Trends

85. How to Analyze Mutual Fund Trends
86. The Role of Macroeconomic Factors
87. How Inflation Impacts Mutual Funds
88. The Effect of Interest Rates on Debt Funds
89. Green and ESG Mutual Funds

Managing Risks

90. Understanding Volatility in Mutual Funds
91. How to Handle Market Corrections
92. Importance of a Contingency Plan
93. Steps to Avoid Emotional Investing
94. Risk Management Strategies for Beginners

Exit Strategies

95. When to Sell a Mutual Fund
96. How to Redeem Mutual Fund Units
97. Partial Withdrawals vs. Complete Redemption
98. Switching Between Funds
99. Exit Load-Free Redemption Timing

Final Thoughts

100. The Role of Financial Advisors in Mutual Fund Investing

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