Ep – 79
12 Mar 2026
In this episode of Simple Hai!, our co-founder and editor-in-chief Vivek Law speaks with Manish Banthia, CIO – Fixed Income, ICICI Prudential AMC, about the often misunderstood role of debt in investing and why asset allocation is crucial for long-term wealth creation.
Banthia explains that when people think about investing, equity is usually the first thing that comes to mind, while debt rarely gets the same attention. Many investors also assume that debt is complicated, even though it is one of the simpler asset classes and offers relatively steady and predictable returns compared to the volatility seen in equities.
The discussion also looks at global investing trends, where debt typically forms a much larger share of portfolios. Banthia notes that as India’s financial markets mature, wealth creation will increasingly depend on disciplined asset allocation rather than relying on a single asset class.
The conversation further explores investor behaviour, why many people fail to learn from past market cycles, and the importance of seeking expert advice. Banthia also highlights that successful investing is less about intelligence and more about temperament, patience and discipline.
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