vijaimantri
@vijaimantrimf
CA by training. Ex AV Birla Group, Ex HDFC MF,Ex CEO & MD Deutsch MF and PGIM MF. Chief Mentor JRL Money,Student of market/economy. [email protected]
Where to Invest in 2025 Review of 2024 In 2024, we communicated the following outlook and strategies: 1.Indian Economy: Predicted to do well, emerging as a global growth engine. youtu.be/i8vB6mbHB6A?si… (1/11)
Our brightest minds from IITs and top engineering colleges shouldn’t just be building wealth for Wall Street or helping global corporations reduce costs. They should be solving for India — its farmers, its infrastructure, its education, its healthcare, its future. Do let me…

Why the Bull Represents Rising Markets A rising market is called a bull market because of the way a bull attacks – by thrusting its horns upwards, symbolizing the upward direction of rising prices. This upward movement in the market is often associated with economic growth,…
Is your portfolio aligned with India’s future growth! Watch the video for details! youtu.be/AUYbQb2-oZA?si…
Jio BlackRock and Jane Street – The Two Ends of the “Direct Plan” Revolution Many AMCs were jubilant when Direct Plans were introduced in 2013. I was CEO of PGIM MF back then, and my view was different — I believed this move, though well-intentioned to lower costs, would…
After burning capital in F&O ‘courses’ and fees — and losing more in trades — many Indians rediscover SIPs, like old lovers they once took for granted F&O mein fees bhi gayi, capital bhi gaya — tab yaad aaye woh purane SIP ke din! The cycle is familiar. Attend an F&O course.…
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Gold has history. Equity has volatility. And that’s exactly why Indian investors struggle to trust the stock market. 📉 It’s not your fault — equity is still new to us. 🎥 Watch full podcast on Youtube. #ThisOrThat #InvestingMindset #EquityInvesting
“What brings no benefit to the hive brings none to the bee.” — Marcus Aurelius, Meditations 6.54 You are not separate from the whole. Marcus Aurelius saw the truth of nature— That no man thrives while scorning the tribe. No bee flourishes when the hive decays. Your strength,…
Big big opportunity! *Maharashtra charity commissioner approval for trusts to invest in Mf schemes. Sec 11 (5) to be also read in conjunction.* *All MF schemes becomes eligible for investment by public trusts in Maharashtra.*
Vicious Circle Many retirees and conservative investors who depend solely on fixed income sources—like FDs, tax-free bonds, or rental income—are caught in a vicious circle. On one hand, interest rates are falling. FD returns that once gave comfort now struggle to beat even…
Why Passive Works in the US — But Not So Much in India Passive investing has beaten most active managers in the US. But in India, the story is different. Here’s why: US Market = Concentration Wins • The top 5 US stocks (Apple, Microsoft, Amazon, Nvidia, Alphabet) make up 35%…
Unique advantage of India! Why India was and is world’s most populous country? What does it mean for growth of your assets! Watch the video to understand. youtu.be/xWg3DVPkrcI?si…
Wonderful poem on market and investor by my friend E A Sundaram .

Rate the Rater A few years ago, I took on an assignment with one of India’s leading fund houses. At that time, many of their schemes were underperforming their peers. As expected, most investors were staying away — simply because the schemes weren’t among the “top-rated” funds…
Do watch very interesting podcast with @ThisOrThatIndia
New Podcast | Episode 14 Why do most Indians fail to build wealth — even with great mutual funds? 🎧 A very intresting and insightful episode with @vijaimantrimf Watch now 👉 [YouTube Link in Comments ] #MutualFunds #Investing #ThisOrThatPodcast #behavioralfinance
The Cost of Free Advice India, at its core, is a low-trust society. We don’t instinctively trust professionals or subject-matter experts. Instead, we place our faith in big brands, our neighbourly “uncle next door,” or the morning-walk circle. Why? Because somewhere deep…
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जिनकी रगों में मिट्टी की ख़ुशबू और सीने में भारत बसता है — वो कभी 'Leave India' नहीं सोचते। @vijaimantrimf sir, your words aren't just a stand — they are a sankalp. In an age of convenience, your commitment to Bharat is truly inspiring. 🙏🇮🇳 “भागने वाले बहुत हैं, पर देश को…
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#EkSwadeshAisaBhi @theyashbhatt Bhai let us make this tag line tribute to such many. Coming back to India is #Swadesh movement Not leaving india #EkSwadeshAisaBhi
Leave India Movement? Not Me. I had the privilege of serving as India CEO for global giants like Deutsche AMC and Prudential. Over the years, I received multiple opportunities to migrate—to Singapore, Korea, Japan, Taiwan, Germany, and the USA. But I chose India. Every single…