Dhirendra Kumar - Podcast Details

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Konversation with Kushal Mutual Fund Expert REVEALS Best Funds To Invest In | Kushal Lodha #252 In this episode, I sat down with Dhirendra Kumar, the Founder and CEO of Value Research, for a deep dive into his decades-long investing journey.Dhirendra shared insights from his very first investment back in 1990 during the Harshad Mehta era and revealed some of his all-time top-performing mutual funds, like the Franklin Tax Shield.We discussed his personal investment philosophy, including his 100% equity allocation (split between mutual funds and stocks) and his non-negotiable rule for stock picking: earnings must be supported by cash flow.Highlights from our conversation include:His Personal CAGR: Dhirendra shared that his mutual fund portfolio...

2025-11-132h 19

Value Research Silver Shines, Gold Glows — Should You Buy Now?This Diwali, Dhirendra Kumar separates festive glitter from real value — is gold still protection, or is silver the new opportunity?

2025-10-1710 min

Value Research Silver Shines, Gold Glows — Should You Buy Now?This Diwali, Dhirendra Kumar separates festive glitter from real value — is gold still protection, or is silver the new opportunity?

2025-10-1710 min

Value Research 8 Wealth Questions Every Investor Must AskThis World Investor Week, Dhirendra Kumar reveals the few decisions that quietly determine whether your wealth compounds—or falls behind.

2025-10-1013 min

Value Research 8 Wealth Questions Every Investor Must AskThis World Investor Week, Dhirendra Kumar reveals the few decisions that quietly determine whether your wealth compounds—or falls behind.

2025-10-1013 min

Value Research Gold & Silver in One Fund: Inside Mirae Asset’s Gold Silver Passive FoF with Siddharth SrivastavaIn this episode, we break down the newly launched Mirae Asset Gold Silver Passive Fund of Funds — a unique investment product that combines gold and silver exposure in a single portfolio. Joining us is Siddharth Srivastava, Head – ETF Products and Fund Manager at Mirae Asset Investment Managers, along with Dhirendra Kumar, to explain how this Fund of Funds works, the allocation strategy, and why now is the right time to bring these two metals together. We explore: How the fund dynamically allocates between gold and silver ETFs The distinct roles of gold and silver i...

2025-08-1813 min

Value Research Switching Funds: When, Why, and How?Is it time to switch your mutual funds? Discover when, why, and how to make the move with Dhirendra Kumar in our latest Investors' Hangout!

2025-06-2013 min

Value Research Switching Funds: When, Why, and How?Is it time to switch your mutual funds? Discover when, why, and how to make the move with Dhirendra Kumar in our latest Investors' Hangout!

2025-06-2013 min

Value Research What Should Be Your Fixed Income Strategy Now?Is your fixed income strategy ready for today’s market? Join Dhirendra Kumar for expert insights on navigating uncertainty!

2025-05-0213 min

Value Research What Should Be Your Fixed Income Strategy Now?Is your fixed income strategy ready for today’s market? Join Dhirendra Kumar for expert insights on navigating uncertainty!

2025-05-0213 min

Value Research Money Masters: Samir Arora of Helios Capital on Building Long‑Term AlphaIn this episode of Money Masters, Dhirendra Kumar sits down with Samir Arora, Founder and Fund Manager at Helios Capital, to unpack the firm's six‑category investment framework that delivers high‑confidence, long‑term alpha in Indian equities. Aurora shares how Helios Capital uses disciplined two‑to‑three‑year holding periods, rigorous governance filters, and a balanced growth‑value approach to navigate market cycles, manage risk, and consistently outperform. Tune in for actionable insights on portfolio construction, sector allocation, and adopting a 'reasonable confidence in high returns' mindset to elevate your equity investing strategy. #ValueResearch #DhirendraKumar #MoneyMasters #SamirArora #HeliosCapital #EquityInvesting #Alph...

2025-04-2346 min

Value Research Building Wealth with Patience: Anand Shah’s Investment Philosophy & JourneyIn this episode of Money Masters, Dhirendra Kumar moderates a deep dive into the investment philosophy of Anand Shah, CIO of PMS & AIF at ICICI Prudential Mutual Fund. With over 25 years of experience, Anand shares insights on building wealth through mutual funds, managing risk, and the importance of patience in investing. He takes us through his early career, the lessons learned from the dot-com bubble, and his framework for identifying strong businesses with sustainable growth. Tune in to understand how a bottom-up approach, a clear goal, and avoiding emotional decisions can lead to long-term investment success. #ValueResearch...

2025-03-2458 min

The Core Report #506 Markets In Free FallOn Episode 506 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Dhirendra Kumar, Founder and CEO of Value Research as well as Dr Viranchi Shah, spokesperson and until recently president of the Indian Drug Manufacturers Association (IDMA).SHOW NOTES(00:00) The Take(05:57) Markets in free fall(07:20)The rupee has a solid rebound thanks to RBI intervention(09:51)How do you really pick a mutual fund? Some lessons(17:00)India’s pharma industry braces for tariff hits(24:59)And the city of Hyderabad and state of Telangana makes peace with the beer makers⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Register for India Energy Week, Feb...

2025-02-1227 min

Top of the Morning Inside the political landscape of poll-bound DelhiWelcome to Top of the Morning by Mint, your weekday newscast that brings you five major stories from the world of business. It's Tuesday, February 4, 2025. This is Nelson John, let's get started. The Budget has introduced several agricultural schemes to boost crop productivity and improve credit access, particularly in 100 underperforming districts. However, its real impact may be limited, as many initiatives are underfunded and rely on existing programmes. For instance, despite growing climate risks, funding for the crucial crop insurance scheme has been slashed by ₹3,600 crore, while research funding has seen only a marginal inc...

2025-02-0407 min

Value Research Union Budget 2025: Key Takeaways & Insights with Dhirendra KumarUnion Budget 2025 decoded! Find out what it means for YOUR money with Dhirendra Kumar – Watch now!

2025-02-0109 min

Value Research Union Budget 2025: Key Takeaways & Insights with Dhirendra KumarUnion Budget 2025 decoded! Find out what it means for YOUR money with Dhirendra Kumar – Watch now!

2025-02-0109 min

Value Research Market Turbulence: Should You Stay Invested or Make a Move?Markets are falling—will you panic or profit from the opportunity? Find out how in this podcast from Dhirendra Kumar.

2025-01-1713 min

Value Research Market Turbulence: Should You Stay Invested or Make a Move?Markets are falling—will you panic or profit from the opportunity? Find out how in this podcast from Dhirendra Kumar.

2025-01-1713 min

Top of the Morning Adani tormentor Hindenburg shuts downWelcome to Top of the Morning by Mint, your weekday newscast that brings you five major stories from the world of business. It's Friday, January 17, 2025. This is Nelson John, let's get started. The upcoming Union budget for 2025-26 is set to focus heavily on agriculture, small businesses, boosting household spending, and creating more jobs, Dhirendra Kumar and Gireesh Chandra Prasad report. The plan is to introduce farmer incentives, support for MSMEs, and measures to increase consumer spending. Expect the budget to zoom in on promoting high-value agriculture—things like fruits, vegetables, and animal farming—to he...

2025-01-1706 min

Top of the Morning Will the government raise customs duties in the Budget?Welcome to Top of the Morning by Mint, your weekday newscast that brings you five major stories from the world of business. It's Thursday, January 16, 2025. This is Nelson John, let's get started. A group of prominent investors, including Switzerland's Partners Group AG, Canada's Brookfield Asset Management, and KKR, are eyeing a stake in Indian internet services provider Excitel Broadband. They're part of a $200 million equity deal and have signed non-disclosure agreements as part of the process managed by Avendus Capital. Other potential investors like Macquarie Group, Apax Partners, and Actis Llp are also in t...

2025-01-1606 min

Top of the Morning Investors lose ₹60 trillion in 100 daysWelcome to Top of the Morning by Mint, your weekday newscast that brings you five major stories from the world of business. It's Wednesday, January 15, 2025. This is Nelson John, let's get started. Telangana owes roughly ₹3,900 crore to alcohol businesses, a substantial amount of dues that has been accumulating under the administration of Telangana Beverages Corporation Ltd (TGBCL), a state-run entity controlling alcohol sales. This situation stems from TGBCL's static pricing model since 2018-19 and delayed payments, straining suppliers like United Breweries Ltd (UBL), which has even halted beer supplies due to unprofitability. TGBCL's financial woe...

2025-01-1506 min

Top of the Morning The (un)importance of fact checking on the InternetWelcome to Top of the Morning by Mint, your weekday newscast that brings you five major stories from the world of business. It's Tuesday, January 14, 2025. This is Nelson John, let's get started. Mark Zuckerberg has announced that Meta is saying goodbye to independent fact-checking on Facebook and Instagram. Instead, they're rolling out a new system called 'community notes,' similar to what's used on Elon Musk's X. This new setup will rely on users to flag false information through a consensus mechanism. Zuckerberg's big push here is to cut down on automatic post bans a...

2025-01-1406 min

Value Research How to Pick the Best Mutual Funds for 2025Unlock the secrets to choosing winning mutual funds for 2025 with expert advice from Dhirendra Kumar!

2025-01-0316 min

Value Research How to Pick the Best Mutual Funds for 2025Unlock the secrets to choosing winning mutual funds for 2025 with expert advice from Dhirendra Kumar!

2025-01-0316 min

Value Research 2024's Money Secrets: Lessons You Can't Ignore!2024 taught us one thing: Uncertainty is the only certainty. Learn how to navigate volatile markets, stay invested, and make smart moves for 2025 with insights from Dhirendra Kumar.

2024-12-2712 min

Value Research Smart Investments for Your Kids' FutureDiscover smart ways to secure your kids' future with expert advice from Dhirendra Kumar.

2024-12-2009 min

Value Research Smart Investments for Your Kids' FutureDiscover smart ways to secure your kids' future with expert advice from Dhirendra Kumar.

2024-12-2009 min

Top of the Morning Shrinkflation is coming for your snacksWelcome to Top of the Morning by Mint, your weekday newscast that brings you five major stories from the world of business. It's Friday, December 20, 2024. This is Nelson John, let's get started. Jan Aushadhi Kendras, part of a government-backed initiative to provide affordable medicines, have been on an upswing, hitting sales of ₹1,000 crore this year. These centres have become so incredibly popular that some private firms are now getting in on the action. Take, for instance, a pharmacy in Mumbai that's named after Jan Aushadhi but isn't actually part of the official scheme. It cle...

2024-12-2007 min

Top of the Morning Bollywood producers hunt for “outsiders”Welcome to Top of the Morning by Mint, your weekday newscast that brings you five major stories from the world of business. It's Thursday, December 19, 2024. This is Nelson John, let's get started. Adar Poonawalla's recent dive into Bollywood, in which he snagged a 50% stake in Karan Johar’s Dharma Productions for a cool ₹1,000 crore, isn’t just a one-off. It hints at a bigger potential shift across Bollywood. Poonawalla, known best for producing vaccines, teaming up with a giant like Dharma Productions could just set off a trend. Industry insiders weren’t taken aback by this d...

2024-12-1907 min

Value Research How to Invest in International Markets with Mutual FundsGo global with your investments, learn how to invest in international markets via mutual funds with Dhirendra Kumar

2024-12-1307 min

Value Research How to Invest in International Markets with Mutual FundsGo global with your investments, learn how to invest in international markets via mutual funds with Dhirendra Kumar

2024-12-1307 min

Value Research SBI Quant Fund NFO: The Future of Data-Driven Investing?Dive into the SBI Quant Fund NFO in this exclusive podcast featuring Ruchit Mehta, Head of Research at SBI Mutual Fund, and Dhirendra Kumar, CEO of Value Research. Discover how this innovative fund leverages quantitative models and a multi-factor strategy (growth, value, quality, and momentum) to adapt to market trends. Learn about its stock selection framework, risk mitigation techniques, and who this fund is best suited for. Tune in now for actionable insights into the future of equity investing! Hashtags: #SBIQuantFund #NFO #DataDrivenInvesting #MutualFunds #EquityInvesting #QuantFunds #InvestmentStrategy #MarketInsights #SmartInvesting Tags: SBI Quant Fund, SBI NFO, Quantitative Investing, M...

2024-12-0519 min

Top of the Morning Can lawyers double as journalists?Welcome to Top of the Morning by Mint, your weekday newscast that brings you five major stories from the world of business. It's Thursday, December 5, 2024. This is Nelson John, let's get started. India's appeal as a travel destination has yet to fully recover, with foreign tourist arrivals still falling short of their 2019 peak. In 2023, the country welcomed 9.24 million international visitors—a notable improvement from 2022, but still below the nearly 11 million seen pre-pandemic. Midway through 2024, the numbers suggest that breaching the 10 million mark this year remains unlikely. Why the sluggish recovery? While global tourism approaches pre...

2024-12-0507 min

Top of the Morning Why did foreign investors sell so much in October and November? Welcome to Top of the Morning by Mint, your weekday newscast that brings you five major stories from the world of business. It's Wednesday, December 4, 2024. This is Nelson John, let's get started.There’s been a significant selloff by foreign portfolio investors over the past two months. But what drove this selloff? According to fund managers and securities lawyers Ram Sahgal spoke to, it wasn't just due to shaky corporate earnings or rising US bond yields. It was triggered by a new rule that Sebi introduced in August 2023 and tightened by March 2024. The rule man...

2024-12-0405 min

Value Research Union Active Momentum Fund NFO: What It Offers and Should You Invest?In this exclusive podcast episode, Harshad Patwardhan, CIO of Union AMC, and Dhirendra Kumar, CEO of Value Research, unravel the details behind the Union Active Momentum Fund NFO, Union AMC's first step into factor investing, and the benefits of momentum investing for Indian investors. Discover how this active momentum fund is designed to capitalise on market trends and why it’s being positioned as a game-changer. From leveraging a data-driven momentum model to mitigating risks with active rebalancing and liquidity management, the discussion highlights how the fund aims to deliver high returns while addressing the challenges o...

2024-12-0219 min

Top of the Morning Is the govt working on making your flights cheaper?Welcome to Top of the Morning by Mint, your weekday newscast that brings you five major stories from the world of business. It's Thursday, November 28, 2024. This is Nelson John, let's get started. Flying has become a pricey experience these days. To help with that, the Centre is working on a comprehensive package for the aviation sector. Dhirendra Kumar and Manas Pimpalkhare report that these measures include tax concessions, reduced user charges, route optimization, and regulatory relaxations. Some relief with the aviation turbine fuel tax is expected, as current prices are about 60% higher than other h...

2024-11-2805 min

Top of the Morning Want to fly direct to China? You’ll have to waitWelcome to Top of the Morning by Mint, your weekday newscast that brings you five major stories from the world of business. It's Wednesday, November 27, 2024. This is Nelson John, let's get started. The Indian government is still being cautious about resuming direct flights to China due to national security concerns. Despite external pressures, Indian authorities are not budging yet. Dhirendra Kumar and Manas Pimpalkhare report that prior to the suspensions, over 500 flights plied directly between the two countries every month. Indian officials are maintaining that despite the lopsided trade balance with China, national security t...

2024-11-2705 min

Top of the Morning Adani bulls cut positions before news of indictmentWelcome to Top of the Morning by Mint, your weekday newscast that brings you five major stories from the world of business. It's Monday, November 25, 2024. This is Nelson John, let’s get started. Days before a US court indicted Adani Green Energy officials for alleged bribery in India, traders on derivatives markets cut their positions in Adani Enterprises and Adani Ports. This move spared them from the sharp declines that erased 2.24 trillion rupees in market value on Thursday when the allegations surfaced. Notably, futures positions in Adani Enterprises were reduced by 8%, ahead of a 23% drop...

2024-11-2506 min

Value Research Surviving Market Meltdowns: Lessons from the Sensex FallDid you know Sensex has bounced back from every major drop? Watch Dhirendra Kumar break down what history teaches us about staying resilient.

2024-11-2209 min

Top of the Morning How populist pitches are shaping Maha pollsWelcome to Top of the Morning by Mint, your weekday newscast that brings you five major stories from the world of business. It's Friday, November 15, 2024. This is Nelson John, let's get started. China's export restrictions are hurting the Indian economy. Essential materials like Germanium and Gallium have been banned from being exported from China, and are crucial for solar panel and electric vehicle production. Dhirendra Kumar and Utpal Bhaskar report that Indian companies are trying a workaround by rerouting these minerals and other critical machinery through Dubai. However, this proves to be costly as p...

2024-11-1504 min

Value Research Inside UTI Flexicap's Struggles: Ajay Tyagi's Candid InterviewIn this candid interview, Dhirendra Kumar speaks with Ajay Tyagi, Head of Equity at UTI, as he tackles the tough questions about the recent underperformance of the UTI Flexicap Fund. With over 25 years of experience in India’s equity markets, Tyagi sheds light on the disciplined strategy guiding the fund, his commitment to quality over hype, and what he's learned from periods of lagging returns. From addressing investor concerns to sharing his cautious views on trending sectors, Tyagi offers a transparent look at the challenges and resilience required to navigate turbulent markets. Tune in to understand why UT...

2024-11-1142 min

Value Research Top 5 Lessons from Investors' Hangout!Ready for timeless advice that can change your financial future? We're revisiting the five most impactful pieces of advice from Dhirendra Kumar that have guided thousands of investors over the years.

2024-11-0814 min

Value Research Fail-proof ways to invest smart & grow your wealth!Investing is NOT about luck. Discover how to build a solid, long-term strategy that works! with Dhirendra Kumar.

2024-10-2514 min

Value Research Fail-proof ways to invest smart & grow your wealth!Investing is NOT about luck. Discover how to build a solid, long-term strategy that works! with Dhirendra Kumar.

2024-10-2514 min

Value Research Time to rethink your spending!Explore why it’s time to rethink your spending and how small changes can set you up for lasting financial success with Dhirendra Kumar.

2024-10-1811 min

Value Research Time to rethink your spending!Explore why it’s time to rethink your spending and how small changes can set you up for lasting financial success with Dhirendra Kumar.

2024-10-1811 min

Top of the Morning What’s next in the Israel-Iran conflictWelcome to Top of the Morning by Mint, your weekday newscast that brings you five major stories from the world of business. It's Thursday, October 3, 2024. My name is Nelson John. Let's get started. We might be on the verge of world war three, as Iran's recent airstrikes on Israel underscore Tehran's readiness to confront any perceived threat. Shweta Singh explains why the situation could escalate, and how the US is involved in the mess. Shweta also explains the implications of this development on India, including how it could affect trade, and helps you understand t...

2024-10-0305 min

Value Research Decoding Smart Beta ETFs: Risk, Returns & Insights – ABCD of ETFs - Episode 2In Episode 2 of our ABCD of ETFs series, we explore the world of Smart Beta ETFs with insights from Siddharth Srivastava, Head of ETF Products at Mirae Asset Investment Managers, and Dhirendra Kumar, CEO of Value Research. Learn how these innovative ETFs differ from traditional equity ETFs, what factors drive their performance, and why Smart Beta ETFs might be the right fit for your investment portfolio.

2024-10-0217 min

Top of the Morning GST: Anti-profiteering regime to end soonWelcome to Top of the Morning by Mint, your weekday newscast that brings you five major stories from the world of business. It's Wednesday, October 2, 2024. My name is Nelson John. Let's get started. The Indian stock market closed the volatile trading session on a flat note on Tuesday, October 1, amid mixed global signals and uncertain economic indicators. The Nifty 50 closed the session 0.05% lower while the Sensex ended with a slight decline of 0.04%.. The Goods and Services Tax has undergone a series of amendments since it was introduced in 2017. Yesterday th...

2024-10-0205 min

Value Research Equity Insights with Harish Krishnan: Market Valuations & Strategies | Money MastersJoin Value Research CEO Dhirendra Kumar in this exclusive episode of the Money Masters series as he interviews Harish Krishnan, Co-CIO and Head of Equity at Aditya Birla Sun Life AMC. Harish shares his fascinating journey from coding at Infosys to managing equity portfolios and the major shifts he's bringing to ABSL to enhance fund performance. Learn about the current high market valuations, factor-based investing, and the future of tech startups. Harish also offers his take on market resilience post-election, the sustainability of earnings growth, and the evolving role of technology in investment strategies.

2024-09-1548 min

Top of the Morning Why did the markets hit record highs yesterday?Welcome to Top of the Morning by Mint, your weekday newscast that brings you five major stories from the world of business. It's Friday, September 13, 2024. My name is Nelson John. Let's get started. The Indian stock markets set new record highs yesterday. Nifty was up by 1.9 percent, while Sensex rose by 1.8 percent. But this time it wasn't just benchmark indices that were setting records — even midcaps joined the party. Dipti Sharma explains that Thursday's rally involved a lot of hopes of rate cuts – in China, Europe, and the US. Dipti also answers a crucial quest...

2024-09-1305 min

Top of the Morning It's easy to get a US visa — just spend ₹9 croreWelcome to Top of the Morning by Mint, your weekday newscast that brings you five major stories from the world of business. It's Wednesday, August 28, 2024. My name is Nelson John. Let's get started.The Indian equities markets edged just slightly upwards on Tuesday. Sensex increased by 0.03 percent, while Nifty was up by 0.02 percent.Getting a US visa seems to be getting more difficult by the day. But if you have some money in your bank account, the process might be easier. Neil Borate writes that the US investor visa programme, known as the EB-5, allows...

2024-08-2805 min

Top of the Morning Prime Minister Modi’s 11th Independence Day speechWelcome to Top of the Morning by Mint, your weekday newscast that brings you five major stories from the world of business. It's Friday, 16 August 2024. My name is Nelson John. Let's get started. When ChrysCapital's executives flew to Pune during the covid-19 pandemic, they were looking to invest in FirstCry, a baby products giant founded by Supam Maheshwari. They were struck by Maheshwari's modest office—a sharp contrast to the flashier setups of many new-age entrepreneurs. This meeting led to a 315 million dollar investment in the startup, boosting its valuation to nearly 2 billion dollars. Mah...

2024-08-1606 min

Top of the Morning China's mangoes are eating into Indian exportsWelcome to Top of the Morning by Mint, your weekday newscast that brings you five major stories from the world of business. Wishing you a happy independence day! It's Wednesday, 15 August 2024. My name is Nelson John. Let's get started. Markets remained largely flat on Wednesday. The Sensex was up by 0.2 percent, while the Nifty 50 edged up by just 0.02 percent. India is 78 today. Our markets reach record highs regularly, although not without volatility, and our economy is chugging along. This has been made possible due to some path-breaking economic decisions th...

2024-08-1505 min

Top of the Morning Hindenburg tries to sink Sebi's Madhabi Puri BuchGood morning listeners, Welcome to Top of the Morning by Mint, your weekday newscast that brings you five major stories from the world of business. It's Monday, August 12, 2024. My name is Nelson John. Our first four stories of today have to do with the Hindenburg allegations against the markets regulator Sebi. Strap in. When Hindenburg Research issued a note on the Adani Group in January last year, it had set off a firestorm in India’s capital markets. At one point, the Adani Group lost more than 100 billio...

2024-08-1205 min

Top of the Morning What the unrest in Bangladesh means for IndiaWelcome to Top of the Morning by Mint, your weekday newscast that brings you five major stories from the world of business. It's Wednesday, August 7, 2024. My name is Nelson John. Let's get started:Indian stock market benchmarks—the Sensex and Nifty—extended their losses for the third straight session on Tuesday. The Sensex finally ended the day down 166 points, or 0.21 per cent, while the Nifty 50 closed 63 points or 0.26 per cent lower.India’s neighbour to the east is facing political turmoil. The recent regime change in Bangladesh is shaking up India’s trade and infra...

2024-08-0706 min

Top of the Morning Ola Electric slashes valuation before IPOWelcome to Top of the Morning by Mint, your weekday newscast that brings you five major stories from the world of business. It's Tuesday, July 30, 2024. My name is Nelson John. Let's get started:India’s benchmark equity indices rose on Monday, with the Nifty nearly reaching the 25,000 mark during the session before paring its gains and closing just one point above its previous close. Similarly, the Sensex experienced marginal gains, ending the day 0.3 percent higher than its Friday close.Current and former employees of Byju's, once India's most-celebarted startup, are scrambling to file claims for un...

2024-07-3006 min

Top of the Morning A special Budget episodeWelcome to Top of the Morning by Mint, your weekday newscast that brings you five major stories from the world of business. It's Wednesday, July 24, 2024. My name is Nelson John. Let's get started:The Indian market's benchmark indices reacted poorly to the Union Budget yesterday. Sensex fell during the day, but recovered by the time markets closed. It was down by 0.1 percent. Nifty dropped by 0.12 percent.First things first — if you're looking for a quick primer to catch up on yesterday's announcements, we have you covered. Vivek Kaul lists out the Budget in 8 succinct points. To...

2024-07-2404 min

Value Research Decode the Union Budget 2024-25 with Dhirendra KumarWant to know how the Union Budget 2024-25 will affect you? Listen to our podcast with Dhirendra Kumar as he breaks down the budget's hits and misses and what it means for your finances.

2024-07-2308 min

Value Research Should I stop my SIPs in this bull run?The market touched mount 80k! Will it be wise to stop your SIPs in this bull run? Find out with Value Research CEO Dhirendra Kumar in this podcast.

2024-07-1910 min

Top of the Morning Tiger Global's roar dies down to a yelpWelcome to Top of the Morning by Mint, your weekday newscast that brings you five major stories from the world of business. It's Friday, July 5, 2024. My name is Nelson John. Let's get started:Sensex and Nifty remained largely flat on Thursday. Both rose by around 0.5 percent during trading hours yesterday.The share of foreign investors in HDFC Bank is set to drop below 55 percent. This is crucial for India's largest private lender as its weight in the MSCI India Index will double. Investors are excited for this move — HDFC's share price has increased by more th...

2024-07-0506 min

Top of the Morning One charger to rule them allWelcome to Top of the Morning by Mint, your weekday newscast that brings you five major stories from the world of business. It's Friday, June 21, 2024. My name is Nelson John. Let's get started:Indian benchmark indices, Nifty and Sensex, opened at record levels and touched new highs during the session before ending the day marginally higher, with Sensex up 0.18 percent and Nifty up 0.22 percent.From next June, every new smartphone and tablet sold in India will need to have a USB-C charging port so that consumers can charge all their devices with just one type...

2024-06-2107 min

Top of the Morning What ‘Modi 3.0’ means for your investment portfolioWelcome to Top of the Morning by Mint, your weekday newscast that brings you five major stories from the world of business. It's Friday, June 7, 2024. My name is Nelson John. Let's get started:Indian benchmark indices closed higher for the second day running, buoyed by progress on the formation of a new government by Narendra Modi-led NDA alliance. Both Sensex and Nifty gained almost one per cent on Thursday. With the Bharatiya Janata Party led by Modi securing a fractured mandate, India's back to coalition politics. So, what does this mean for the big reforms w...

2024-06-0707 min

Top of the Morning Where are the jobs for MBA grads?Welcome to Top of the Morning by Mint, your weekday newscast that brings you five major stories from the world of business. It's Friday, May 31, 2024. My name is Nelson John. Let's get started:It's been a rough week for stockholders: the Indian equity markets fell slightly again on Thursday. Nifty was down by 0.95 percent, while Sensex dropped 0.83 percent. The Reserve Bank of India released its annual report yesterday. It said that despite challenges, India is set to grow faster and stronger over the next decade. RBI noted the resilience of the Indian economy in the f...

2024-05-3106 min

Top of the Morning Govt to crack down on fake reviewsWelcome to Top of the Morning by Mint, your weekday newscast that brings you five major stories from the world of business. It's Thursday, May 16, 2024. My name is Nelson John. Let's get started:After a couple of days of gains, the Indian stock markets fell on Wednesday. The Sensex shed 117 points, while the Nifty dropped by 0.16 percent during yesterday's trading session. Fake reviews have plagued e-commerce. But the central government might soon have a solution. The ministry of consumer affairs wants to establish a quality check order to crack down on fake reviews on e-commerce p...

2024-05-1605 min

Top of the Morning Most Indians don't have a favourite IPL teamWelcome to Top of the Morning by Mint, your weekday newscast that brings you five major stories from the world of business. It's Thursday, May 9, 2024, and I'm Nelson John. Let's dive in:Indian benchmark market indices remained largely muted for the second straight day on Wednesday. BSE’s Sensex ended in the red, falling 0.06 percent, settling below its previous close. NSE’s Nifty 50, on the other hand, closed largely flat, dropping 45 points.The biggest spectacle of Indian cricket is in full swing. The Indian Premier League started early last month and is nearing its final leg a...

2024-05-0907 min

Top of the Morning Investors seek protection ahead of election results Welcome to Top of the Morning by Mint, your weekday newscast that brings you five major stories from the world of business. It's Wednesday, May 8, 2024, and I'm Nelson John. Let's dive in:India’s equity markets fell on Wednesday, with both the Sensex and Nifty declining by about half a percent. However, consumer stocks such as Marico, HUL, and Godrej performed well, defying the broader market downturn.IT stocks, meanwhile, have been on a downward spiral for a while now. However, a reversal in fortunes might be imminent, thanks to 'clouds'—and no, I...

2024-05-0806 min

Top of the Morning How climate change is biting India’s FMCG companiesWelcome to Top of the Morning by Mint, your weekday newscast that brings you five major stories from the world of business. It's Tuesday, April 2, 2024. My name is Nelson John. Let's get started:Indian markets started the new financial year with a fresh vigour as benchmark indices closed in the green on Monday. BSE’s Sensex rose more than 350 points to close 0.49 per cent up from its previous close. NSE’s Nifty-50 also climbed more than 130 points to close 0.61 per cent above its last close. Tata Steel, Ultratech Cement and NTPC were among the top gainers on Mond...

2024-04-0208 min

Top of the Morning An unlikely star in the insurance industryWelcome to Top of the Morning by Mint, your weekday newscast that brings you five major stories from the world of business. This is Nelson John, wishing all our listeners a safe, colourful and happy Holi. It's Monday, March 25, 2024. Let's get started:What really makes us happy, and how do we measure it? While happiness can feel like a deeply personal experience, varying greatly from one person to the next, there's an attempt to quantify it on a global scale every year. And in this pursuit of measuring happiness, it turns out India hasn't scored too well...

2024-03-2507 min

Value Research Money Masters: In conversation with Samir Arora of Helios CapitalValue Research CEO Dhirendra Kumar speaks with the legendary fund manager and founder of Helios Capital, Samir Arora.

2024-03-1052 min

Value Research Money Masters: In conversation with Samir Arora of Helios CapitalValue Research CEO Dhirendra Kumar speaks with the legendary fund manager and founder of Helios Capital, Samir Arora.

2024-03-1052 min

Value Research Exclusive Interview: Kenneth Andrade | Old Bridge Capital ManagementDhirendra Kumar talks with Kenneth Andrade, Founder & CIO, Old Bridge Capital Management

2024-03-061h 00

Value Research Exclusive Interview: Kenneth Andrade | Old Bridge Capital ManagementDhirendra Kumar talks with Kenneth Andrade, Founder & CIO, Old Bridge Capital Management

2024-03-061h 00

Value Research Unlocking Financial Freedom: Exploring F.I.R.E.Thinking about an early retirement? Watch Dhirendra Kumar list the factors to be considered and the pros and cons involved.

2024-01-2608 min

Value Research Unlocking Financial Freedom: Exploring F.I.R.E.Thinking about an early retirement? Watch Dhirendra Kumar list the factors to be considered and the pros and cons involved.

2024-01-2608 min

Value Research Should mutual funds investing in IPOs worry you?Do you think mutual funds risk your money by investing in new-age IPOs? Watch Dhirendra Kumar answer it in this episode of Investors' Hangout.

2023-11-1708 min

The Core Report #120 Monsoon Recovery Pushes Up Demand For FMCG, Stores Gear For Festival RushOn today’s episode, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Dhirendra Kumar, Founder and CEO of Value Research as well as Akshay DSouza, chief of growth and insights at Bizom.SHOW NOTES[00:00] Stories Of The Day [00:50] Indian markets hold gains, oil falls and markets rise[12:25] Rice and now sugar, all head for more fresh export controls[13:55] Ambani scion meets unexpected institutional (advisory) voter resistance for board seat[18:51] Monsoon recovery pushes up demand for fast moving consumer goods, stores gear for festival rushFor more of our coverage check out thecore.inJoin and Int...

2023-10-1227 min

The Times Of India Podcast How to grow your wealth in uncertain timesDhirendra Kumar, the CEO of Value Research, explains how to invest in the current economic climate and how to protect your savings

2022-10-2619 min

Value Research Which NFO should you invest in?Does it make sense to invest in NFOs? Let's hear what Dhirendra Kumar, CEO, Value Research, has to say.

2022-09-1400 min

Value Research When to sell your mutual fund?Are you tempted to sell your fund during a market correction? But will that be a wise decision? Let's hear what Dhirendra Kumar, CEO, Value Research, has to say.

2022-09-1200 min

Value Research Is this the right time to invest in mutual funds?Made up your mind about mutual fund investing but wondering when should you start? Listen in to what Dhirendra Kumar, CEO, Value Research, has to say about it.

2022-09-0600 min

Value Research When to sell your mutual fundWondering if you should continue with your mutual fund or sell it? Listen in to Dhirendra Kumar, CEO, Value Research, as he tells you when to sell your fund.

2022-08-1800 min

Why Not Mint Money How Value Research’s Dhirendra Kumar invests his moneyMint’s Neil Borate and Abhinav Kaul talked to Dhirendra Kumar, founder and chief executive officer of Value Research about his investment details and how he came to found Value Research, for the special ‘Guru Portfolio’ series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2022-08-0336 min

The Times Of India Podcast How to protect (and grow) your savingsDhirendra Kumar, the CEO of Value Research, explains how to invest in the current economic climate and how to protect your savings

2022-06-1719 min

The Times of India podcast How to protect (and grow) your savingsDhirendra Kumar, the CEO of Value Research, explains how to invest in the current economic climate and how to protect your savings

2022-06-1719 min

Money Konnect Episode 17 - Know your mutual funds with Dhirendra KumarIn the last two and half decades the mutual fund industry has evolved considerably to offer investors a host of products that can optimally meet their investment requirements. However, investors can benefit from the industry’s offerings only if they have sufficient information on the products and are able to understand the unique characteristics of each product. In this Edelweiss Money Konnect podcast episode, Radhika Gupta, MD & CEO of Edelweiss AMC has an in-depth conversation with Dhirendra Kumar, CEO of Value Research on different mutual funds products and how investors can cut through the jargon to make better investment de...

2021-04-2245 min