Investment is the practice of purchasing assets that may include stocks, mutual funds, etc. with a view towards receiving capital gain and returns. Investments are largely associated with a longer term than savings.

Investment is broadly divided into two:

1. Market-Linked International Mutual Funds

International Mutual Funds enable investors to invest in securities that aren’t limited to the home country but across geographical boundaries. Often, these funds are also known as Foreign Funds.

Here, NRI’s receive an advantage with multiple international solutions in dollar denominated currency to mitigate against currency depreciation. Further, NRI’s in UAE can invest in US dollar denominated Indian mutual funds.

Benefits:

• Acts a hedge to mitigate losses against currency depreciation
• Take advantage of profits by investing in securities of better performing economies
• Diversify portfolio to include international stocks and reduce impact of volatility in the home country
• Easy access to global blue-chip companies which aren’t listed on the domestic stock exchange.
• Investment in companies with a credible history and consistent performance

2. Capital Guaranteed Bonus-Linked

These plans help you build your wealth without putting your capital at risk. They are not subject to market risk, making them a perfect investment for anyone averse to risk. Investors of these plans receive a bonus every year which is guaranteed. The following are a number of the Endowment Plans with Capital Guarantee

• Educare
• Participating Endowment Plan (PEN)
• Pension Plan

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