Somewhere between a fixed deposit and a private equity deal, there sits a question that a growing number of Indian investors are starting to ask: should I be looking beyond mutual funds? It is a fair question. The mutual fund industry in India crossed ₹61 trillion in assets under management by mid-2024, which tells you retail participation is serious. But in the same period, Alternative...

Mutual funds have become one of the most popular investment choices in India, and for good reason. They offer market participation, professional management, and accessibility all wrapped into one product. But when it comes to actually getting started, many investors face a real question: should you invest directly through an Asset Management Company (AMC), or go through a Mutual Fund...