New Delhi, July 1 -- Systematic Investment Plans (SIPs) have become one of the most popular ways for retail investors to build long-term wealth through mutual funds. However, whenever markets turn volatile or expensive, the debate over whether investors should continue SIPs or try to time the market resurfaces. Weighing into the discussion, veteran fund manager Samir Arora has questioned critics of SIP investing, arguing that anyone advising investors against SIPs must first prove that market timing consistently works.

In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Arora said those arguing against SIPs are, in effect, advocating market timing. He said such commentators should explain why they believe investors can consistently enter and exit markets...