Quant funds offer refreshing alternative to discretionary investing, says Rajiv Shastri of NJ Mutual Fund

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MintGenie, Mr Shastri shares his views on factor investing, gives tips for young investors who are starting their investing journey, and also shares his outlook for financial markets in the current year. Markets are expected to be influenced by key events like the Lok Sabha elections and the first post-election budget. Analysts believe pre-election volatility will likely continue, with potential interest rate cuts boosting market sentiment in the months after.

Foreign and domestic inflows could remain strong, with the anticipation of a reduction in global interest rates driving a return to Indian equities. Quant and factor-based funds are making their mark in India’s investment world, offering a clear, refreshing alternative to the chaotic landscape of discretionary investing. These funds cut through the noise by replacing gut feelings and personal biases with disciplined rules and data-backed strategies.

ALSO READ | What are the strategies for building a diversified investment portfolio? MintGenie explains The ‘Factor Investing Olympiad’ offered by NJ AMC helps inquisitive students delve into the realm of investing like a playground. NJ AMC is providing students with the means to make more informed financial decisions by pushing them with real-world circumstances and stimulating their critical thinking regarding the fundamentals of disciplined investment. Factor investing takes the idea that no single strategy is perfect and builds on it.