New Delhi, Aug. 26 -- Guru investing involves copying or following the investment strategies and holdings of established investment gurus, often long-term investors with proven strategies. This method can simplify investment choices for those who lack the expertise or time to analyse markets in depth.

Such investments can provide valuable insights and potential for outperformance, but they carry risks such as market timing, volatility, and misalignment with personal goals. Investors should critically evaluate guru strategies, stay well-informed, and diversify rather than blindly copying their portfolios.

Even seasoned investors like Dolly Khanna aren't immune to market swings. A handful of her portfolio stocks are down year-to-date, but...