Cryptos, FDs and Smart Beta Funds

Let's Talk Money with Monika Halan

In this episode, Monika presents an intriguing blend of insights and answers to listener questions.

First, she explores how several non-US countries are seeking alternatives to the dollar-based global payment system, particularly regarding cryptocurrency. She clarifies that this discussion isn't an investment recommendation but highlights its implications for the future of global transactions.

Next, Monika dives into a micro event: Airtel’s new app-based fixed deposit service that launched on September 1, 2024. This innovation aims to simplify FD investments by allowing users to choose deposits from various banks through an easy-to-use dashboard. She also shares some risks, especially regarding higher interest rates from smaller banks.

Finally, Monika addresses three listener questions: one asks whether to pay off a home loan given the changing tax landscape; another inquires about the potential benefits of smart beta funds compared to traditional index ETFs; and the last expresses frustration over unequal investment allocations between spouses, seeking advice on how to handle this with their financial advisor.

Chapters:

(00:38 - 02:04) Cryptocurrency: Alternative to Dollar-Based Payment Systems

(02:06 - 04:24) The Role of Crypto in International Trade: Russia and India

(04:26 - 07:17) Fixed Deposits: Airtel's App-Based Investment Service

(07:32 - 11:44) Home Loan Decisions: Balancing Tax Benefits and Financial Strategy

(11:46 - 15:57) Smart Beta Funds: Understanding Strategy-Based ETFs

(15:59 - 18:40) Portfolio Allocation Issues: A Case Study on Gender Bias in Financial Advisory

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Monika’s book on basic money management

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Monika’s book on mutual funds

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Monika’s workbook on recording your financial life

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Calculators

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Production Assistant: Anshika Gogoi

Fixed Deposit Home Page - Airtel

Ayushman Bharat scheme: Why senior citizens over 70 need separate health insurance covers despite PM-JAY (moneycontrol.com)

https://cleartax.in/s/section-115bac-features-new-tax-regime-benefits https://cleartax.in/s/old-tax-regime-vs-new-tax-regime

Can smart beta funds deliver on their promise of low risk, high returns? (moneycontrol.com)

Nifty200 Momentum 30 (niftyindices.com)

Strategy Indices (niftyindices.com)

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