Foreign Investing

Global Fund & International Fund

  • Investments in foreign stocks allow exposure to global markets for geographical diversification and also helps to diversify the risk
  • The movement of rupee against foreign currency has its impact on the return on investments in global stock or international fund
  • International funds which invest in foreign equities, are considered under non-equity category for taxation purpose
  • An international fund is distinct from global fund. Global fund invest in companies across the globe including domestic market
  • Investors can get into foreign stocks either by investing directly or through Mutual Funds and ETFs.
  • Based on investor risk profile, 5% to 15% of overall investment portfolio be allocated towards international market