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Brush up on your financial literacy to make the most out of your investments

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Brush up on your financial literacy to make the most out of your investments

5 questions to ask before you start investing

Many people have so many questions about investing that they don’t know where to start, so they don’t bother at all. Here are the top five questions you need to ask to help you grow your wealth.

Many people think that a savings account is enough to reach their financial goals. And they are not alone. While six in 10 people know that investment knowledge can help them reach their financial goals faster, most still don’t feel confident enough to invest. As a result, basic financial products still rank top in the recent Emerging Affluent Study

2018, conducted across 11 countries, with 72% of respondents using simple savings accounts to meet their top 3 financial goals. That’s understandable; for first-time investors, without the right information, investing hard-earned money may seem like an intimidating, risky and complicated process. To help gain a better understanding of investing, here are the questions you should never be afraid to ask.

How much money do I need to start?

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Not as much as you think! You don’t have to dip into your emergency funds or sell off family heirlooms to scrape together a large sum of money to start investing. For example, if you invest in mutual funds, you can do so with as little as ₹500 and you even have the expertise of a professional manager to manage the funds for you.

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What is “risk tolerance”?

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Do your hands sweat at the thought of losing money, or does the word “risk” thrill you? Basically, risk tolerance is how much risk you are willing to take. In other words, how much money are you prepared to lose? Understanding your risk tolerance is key; if you are a conservative investor who takes on too much risk, you may end up panicking and selling your shares at the wrong time.

To find out your risk tolerance, consider your financial goals, timeline, and your personal temperament. There are also quizzes available online that can help you determine if you are a conservative or aggressive investor. Experts can also help you decide where to invest your money to match your risk appetite.

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What should I start investing in?

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A wide range of products are available on the market and the ideal mix of investment products will vary from person to person, depending on risk tolerance and financial objectives. To know what’s what, start by understanding the basic products like unit trusts or mutual funds, equities, endowment plans and so on.

What is diversification?

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How many times have you been told not to put all your eggs in one basket? This proverb is especially true when it comes to investing. Imagine you only invest in ride-hailing companies. If the drivers decide to go on strike indefinitely, the shares in that sector will suffer — and the value of your portfolio will drop significantly.

A diversified portfolio (with a good mix of stocks and bonds across industries), can reduce the risk by spreading your investment across different industry sectors and geographies. If you don’t know how to diversify, one easy way is to choose a diversified mutual fund.

Who should I trust?

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According to the same study, the top three sources of financial information include friends/family, websites of financial institutions/banks, and financial planners/advisers. Regardless of who you choose, make sure that the person or organisation has a good track record.  It’s your money after all.

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This document is for information and educational purposes only. It is meant only for use as a reference tool. It has not been prepared for any particular person or class of persons. The products and services may not be suitable for everyone and should not be used as a basis for making investment decisions. This document does not constitute investment advice nor is it an offer, solicitation or invitation to transact in any investment or insurance product. The value of investments and the income from them can go down as well as up, and you may not recover the amount of your original investment. Prior to transacting, you should obtain independent financial advice. In the event that you choose not to seek independent professional advice, you should consider whether the product is suitable for you. You should refer to the relevant offering documents for detailed information. Standard Chartered Bank does not provide any investment advisory services under the wealth proposition. Standard Chartered Bank in its capacity of a distributor of mutual funds or while referring any other third party financial products may offer advice which is incidental to its activity of distribution/referral. Mutual Fund Investments are subject to market risk. Read scheme related documents carefully prior to investing. Past performance is not indicative of future returns.