Forbes India - Jan 22, 2010 Issue

ISSUE DATE Jan 22, 2010

Forbes India Investing Guide 2010

Yes, 2010 will be volatile and full of uncertainties, but it will also be the year of unprecedented opportunity for long-term investors. This package provides insights into the mega trends that will drive India's economy. With the help of a panel of experts, it chalks out the key issues one must keep in mind while deciding which asset classes to invest in. In addition, there are a set of stories on emerging trends (like the new IFRS norms), tools (like the mobile phone), and processes (how to choose a portfolio manager, or spot an asset bubble) that will help investors stay one step ahead.

Things to Pack for the Investing Journey

Forbes India columnist and consulting editor for this guide, Sanjoy Bhattacharyya, talks about the basic rules of investing-and how to understand risk.

Happy New Decade

A set of rare circumstances are coming together to create just the right conditions for the nation to take off on a higher growth trajectory. This economic growth will manifest in six mega trends that seem to be clear winners in the year ahead.

An Asset Called Self-Preservation

As the debate on where the financial crisis stands is yet to be settled, conservation of capital will be the overriding theme of asset allocation in the year. For the long-term investor, the mega trends will be the guide for choosing investments.