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Father’s Day: The financial legacy children truly inherit
This shift has been driven by the way investing itself has evolved. What was once seen as a milestone decision is now becoming an everyday behaviour. Earlier, investing was something one did after accumulating surplus. Today, it can begin alongside earning and spending, often with very small amounts. Digital platforms have made this possible by reducing friction, simplifying access, and integrating investing into daily financial life.
Micro Investing and the Power of Small Starts
This is where micro-investing becomes important. It is not just about investing smaller amounts; it fundamentally changes how people approach money. Instead of waiting for the “right time” or a large surplus, individuals can begin early and build momentum gradually. Over time, it is this consistency of participation, rather than the starting amount, that shapes outcomes.However, starting small is only one part of the story. What truly defines long-term success is the ability to sustain that behaviour. This is where digital investing ecosystems have created a meaningful shift—from behaviour to system. Investing no longer depends entirely on memory, discipline, or timing. It can be automated, aligned with income cycles, and sustained with minimal effort.
As a result, consistency is no longer just a matter of intent; it is increasingly built into the structure of financial decision-making. This becomes especially relevant in the context of the modern Indian household. Today’s fathers are navigating multiple financial responsibilities such as EMIs, education costs, healthcare, and rising lifestyle expectations—all at the same time. In such an environment, investing often gets delayed, not because of a lack of awareness, but because of competing priorities.
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Simpler, more accessible investment systems help address this gap. They allow investing to proceed alongside other financial commitments without requiring a perfect starting point or a large surplus. Over time, these small, consistent actions begin to shape how money is managed within the household. That, in turn, shapes what children learn. Financial behaviour is rarely taught explicitly; it is absorbed through observation. When children see regular investments, even in small amounts, they begin to understand that wealth creation is a continuous process, not a one-time decision. When investing is integrated into everyday routines, it becomes normal, not exceptional.
Leading in a Digital First Environment
In a digital-first environment, this visibility becomes even stronger. Children are not just seeing the outcomes, but the process, which includes the regularity, the simplicity, and the discipline involved. They see that investing does not require complexity or large starting points, but it does require consistency. This is where the idea of legacy begins to shift. It moves away from accumulation alone and towards participation and behaviour. Financial success is increasingly defined by how early one starts, how consistently one stays invested, and how effectively one navigates uncertainty over time.
Micro-investing and digital access have made this possible at scale. They have lowered the barriers to entry while reinforcing the importance of long-term discipline. In doing so, they are not just changing how individuals build wealth but also how future generations understand and engage with money.
Conclusion
This Father’s Day, perhaps it is worth recognising that a father’s legacy is no longer defined only by the assets eventually transferred to the next generation. It is also reflected in the habits demonstrated over time: planning instead of postponing, investing instead of merely intending to invest, staying patient during uncertainty and building steadily towards long-term goals.
Assets may support one generation. But financial wisdom, discipline and healthy money habits have the power to guide many more.
(Boniface Noronha is a Head at Digital, Axis Mutual Fund)
(Disclaimer: Recommendations, suggestions, views and opinions given by the experts are their own. These do not represent the views of The Economic Times)
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Operator
Good afternoon, ladies and gentlemen, and welcome to the Coveo First Quarter Fiscal 2027 Financial Results Conference Call. [Operator Instructions] This call is being recorded on Thursday, July 30, 2026. I would like to turn the conference over to Adhir Kadve. Please go ahead.
Adhir Kadve
Head of Investor Relations
Good afternoon, everyone, and thank you for joining us. With me to discuss Coveo’s first quarter fiscal 2027 results are Laurent Simoneau, Coveo’s co-founder and Chief Executive Officer, Louis Têtu, Coveo’s Executive Chairman, and Karine Hamel, Coveo’s Chief Financial Officer. A reminder that some remarks made today will be forward-looking statements within the meaning of applicable securities laws, including those regarding our planned objectives, expected performance, and our outlook for the second fiscal quarter and full year fiscal 2027. These are forward-looking statements given as of July 30, 2026, and while we believe any statements we make are reasonable, they are based on current expectations and assumptions which are subject to risks and uncertainties.
Actual results could differ materially from those expressed or implied. Coveo disclaims any intent or obligation to update our forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise. Further information on factors that could affect the company’s financial results is included in the filings we make with Canadian Securities Regulators, including the Risk Factors section of the company’s
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