‘Worst recession of my lifetime’: Jim Rogers issues stark warning on US economy

The recent stock market slump in the US has raised concerns about President Donald Trump’s economic policies such as tariffs, immigration crackdowns and federal budget cuts. Will these policies eventually benefit the market and investors? This seems unlikely, said Jim Rogers, a renowned global investor, author and commodities guru. Rogers has already sold US stocks … Read more

Over 4.68 lakh taxpayers file ITR for income over ₹1 crore till Feb 28, shows latest data | Mint

The latest data released by the income tax department shows that over 9.11 crore registered users have filed their income tax returns (ITR) for FY 2024-25 until Feb 28, 2025. This figure is quite significant given that the total number of registered users stands at 13.96 crore, which means over 65 percent of registered users have … Read more

How many mutual funds should your portfolio really have? Find out | Mint

As of 28 February 2025, India’s mutual fund industry’s assets under management (AUM) stood at ₹64.53 trillion according to data provided by Association of mutual funds in India (AMFI). This number witnessed a drop of about 4% from January’s ₹66.93 trillion due to weak stock market conditions primarily due to the: continuous selling by FIIs, … Read more

IndianOil RBL Bank XTRA Credit Card offers 8.5% valueback: Should you take it? | Mint

For many individuals, fuel expenses like petrol, diesel, etc., form a decent percentage of their overall monthly expenses. However, most credit cards don’t give reward points on fuel transactions. Infact, many credit cards charge a 1% surcharge on fuel transactions. In such a scenario, co-branded fuel credit cards assume a lot of significance. One such … Read more

These ELSS schemes gave highest return in past 10 years. Do you own any? | Mint

Prior to investing in a mutual fund scheme, investors tend to compare its past returns with those of similar schemes in the same category. Besides past returns, investors are also supposed to evaluate other factors which include past performance of the fund manager, overall market performance and reputation of the fund house, among others. Here, we … Read more

8 smart tips to keep your personal loan from becoming a debt burden | Mint

If you stare at a financial crisis and need funds urgently – you will invariably have a temptation to raise a loan. Now with a range of fintech platforms offering loans aplenty, it is highly unlikely not to opt for a personal loan. Most unsecured loans charge a higher rate of interest, thus putting a lot … Read more

AFCAT 2025 results declared: Step-by-step guide on how to check your marks, download marksheet, & next step | Mint

AFCAT 2025 results declared: The Indian Air Force (IAF) has declared the results of its 2025 Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT) today, on March 17. The AFCAT 2025 exams were conducted on February 22 and 23, at various examination centres in India. The two-hour-long written exams were conducted online in two shifts on each … Read more

Found error in credit report? This is how you can rectify it. A step-by-step guide | Mint

It is often emphasised that credit card users should check their credit report at least once in a year. This not only helps them stay updated of their creditworthiness, but also flags any error which may have cropped up for no fault of theirs. What does one do in case there is an error in the credit … Read more

Love eating out? THESE credit cards offer tempting offers on fine dining to cardholders | Mint

If you love eating out, and are a credit card user at the same time, it is advisable to use your card or opt for one if you don’t hold the right card which gives offers on dining experiences. To help you make the right decision, we list out five popular credit cards which provide discounts … Read more

6 shopping credit cards that are worth exploring in March 2025 | Mint

If you are an enthusiastic shopper and looking for a credit card to satisfy your shopaholic cravings – there are options galore. Here we list out the six popular credit cards which one can explore to make the most of their extravagant disposition. Six key credit card options for shoppers I. Amazon Pay ICICI Credit Card: … Read more