Temperament: Money, Mind & Emotions

We live in an age where SIPs, insurance plans, and retirement calculators are just a tap away. But despite the access and awareness, most of us hit pause before the plan plays out.

In this episode, we…

Why are so many people in India risking their money on betting apps? Once seen as shady or underground, betting platforms have now gone mainstream—gamified, glamorised, and accessed by millions. But …

What if aviation wasn’t just for airlines anymore? From private charters and drone academies to electric aircraft startups and infrastructure plays, India’s aviation sector is quietly opening up to a…

What do the ultra-wealthy know about money that most of us don’t? As India witnesses a historic rise in multi-generational wealth, the real secret isn’t just better investing—it’s a completely differ…

What if your retirement lasted longer than your career? With rising life expectancy and changing family dynamics, the traditional idea of retirement—saving till 60 and resting after—no longer holds u…

Managing money isn’t easy—budgeting, saving, investing—it all takes time and effort. But with AI entering the scene, personal finance is undergoing a major shift. From automating expense tracking to …

Love and money—two forces that shape our lives. When they align, they build security and shared dreams. But when they clash, they lead to stress, conflict, and even breakups. Studies show 35% of coup…

Divorce is never just emotional—it’s a financial earthquake. From splitting assets and debts to navigating alimony and future responsibilities, separating finances is often more complicated than endi…

Investing usually brings to mind stocks, bonds, and real estate. But what if we told you that art—yes, paintings and sculptures—can also be a serious asset class? While some pieces sell for millions,…

Have you ever felt guilty about spending money, avoided checking your bank balance, or worried about finances even when things were going well? You’re not alone. Our relationship with money isn’t jus…

In recent years, India has witnessed an unprecedented surge in personal loans, credit card spending, and household debt. With digital platforms making borrowing as easy as a tap, access to credit has…

You’ve been investing in Indian stocks, tracking market trends, and watching your portfolio grow. But have you ever considered looking beyond borders? In 2024, the S&P 500 (when converted to rupees) …

Indians have a deep-rooted love affair with gold—it’s a family heirloom, a financial safety net, and a symbol of prosperity. With over 24,000 tonnes of gold owned by Indian households, our obsession …

Retirement: the word conjures up images of leisurely pursuits, travel, and finally having the time to do the things you've always dreamed of. But for many Indians, the reality is far from idyllic. Wi…

The Indian wedding industry is worth a jaw-dropping $130 billion—double the size of the U.S. wedding market and nearly 1.5 times the GDP of Sri Lanka. With over one crore weddings happening annually,…

Have you ever imagined owning a share of a premium commercial property in a bustling corporate hub—earning steady income without shelling out hundreds of crores upfront?

What if we told you this isn’t…

The price of everything you buy—the chai you sip, the gas you fill, the stocks you invest in—isn’t just about supply and demand. It’s part of a much bigger web of forces at play, one we often hear ab…

Short-term rentals have emerged as a popular avenue for passive income, with India becoming a key player in this trend. According to Amanpreet Bajaj, Airbnb India’s General Manager, the country is on…

"Mutual Fund Sahi Hai"—a phrase we’ve all heard. And the numbers prove it.

India's mutual fund industry has experienced remarkable growth, expanding sixfold in the last decade to manage an impressive …

Every startup success story makes angel investing look irresistible. From Sanjeev Bikhchandani's 4.7 crore investment in Zomato turning into 15,000 crores to early investors making 200x returns, thes…