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What is the difference between fundamental analysis and technical analysis? For NISM Series XV Research Analyst candidates, this is a core exam topic. This guide explains both approaches, their tools, time horizons, SEBI registration requirements, and limitations — with practice exam questions.
Flexi cap funds give fund managers complete freedom to invest across large, mid, and small cap stocks — no fixed allocation mandated. Introduced by SEBI in 2020, they have become one of the most popular equity fund categories in India.
Chapter 14 covers SEBI Research Analyst Regulations 2014, registration requirements, code of conduct, and conflict of interest rules — all tested for 11 marks in NISM Series XV.
Understanding ULIP vs mutual fund is crucial for Indian investors, as they differ fundamentally in structure, costs, and tax treatment. While mutual funds offer pure investment exposure with TERs capped at 2.25% for equity, ULIPs blend insurance and investment, regulated by IRDAI.
Investors can identify mutual fund mis-selling by comparing direct vs. regular plan TERs, which often differ by 0.50-1.10% annually, and verifying suitability against their risk profile. This guide outlines actionable steps to detect common distributor malpractices.
NISM V-A Chapter 4 carries 10 marks and covers SEBI, AMFI, KYC, PMLA. Master this crucial regulatory framework for reliable NISM exam success in India.
Direct mutual funds save 0.50–1.10% annually versus regular plans per SEBI TER data. This analysis quantifies the exact corpus difference, TER compounding drag, and the one scenario where regular beats direct.