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Business News > Mint Authors > Dhirendra Kumar (Value Research)

Dhirendra Kumar (Value Research)

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Dhirendra Kumar is the founder and CEO of Value Research, an independent investment research firm.

ARTICLES BY DHIRENDRA KUMAR (VALUE RESEARCH)

Premium investment services often charge hefty fees without delivering commensurate value, and in the absence of transparency and tax efficiency, retail investors may be better off with simpler, lower-cost mutual funds. (Image: Pixabay)

When paying more for investing gets you less

3 min read . 26 Jun 2025

While solutions such as abolishing high-denomination currency notes to solve the issue of tax evasion have merit, they miss a crucial point: the problem isn’t just technical but cultural. (AP)

The honest taxpayer’s dilemma: When rules become a disadvantage in investing

4 min read . 19 Jun 2025

Successful investing isn’t just about choosing the right stocks or funds—it’s about consistently taking care of the small stuff before it becomes big stuff. (Image: Pixabay)

The two-minute investment rule that can transform your finances

3 min read . 12 Jun 2025

For practical investors, the lesson is to maintain perspective during both good times and bad. (Image: Pixabay)

Risk of narratives: When everyone saw it coming and still got it wrong

3 min read . 06 Jun 2025

The market rewards patience over intelligence, consistency over brilliance, and emotional stability over analytical prowess.

The temperament trap: Why your personality might be your portfolio's worst enemy

5 min read . 29 May 2025

About 40% of investors abandon their funds in just two years – hardly enough time for a proper investment strategy to yield results. Photo: iStock

Investors rarely pocket the returns that mutual funds generate. Know why?

4 min read . 22 May 2025

The smart way to diversify your portfolio—without overdoing it. (Image: Pixabay)

Diversification isn’t about fund count—it’s about choosing wisely

4 min read . 15 May 2025

In financial matters, healthy scepticism isn't cynicism--it's self-preservation. (Image: Pixabay)

When buying financial products, scepticism is your best defence

4 min read . 08 May 2025

Real wealth is built by understanding what works for you, when it works, and how to use the right tools at each stage of the journey. (Image: Pixabay)

Beginner’s dilemma: Mutual funds or direct stocks?

4 min read . 01 May 2025

Stock brokers react watching Bombay Stock Exchange,BSE, index on their trading terminal as sensex rises by more than 850 points during an intra day trading, in Mumbai, India, Thursday, Feb 14, 2008.(AP Photo/Rajesh Nirgude)

5 sectors to watch out for

5 min read . 07 Jul 2009