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Past performance Over the past one-year period, amid weakness in stock markets, multi-asset funds as a category have delivered average returns of 9.2%. Within the category, certain multi-asset funds have delivered higher returns. The stock market benchmark Nifty 50 has fetched a little over 2.6% in the same period. On a five-year rolling basis, multi-asset … Read more
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Feb 13 tabled the new Income Tax Bill in the Parliament. This was a landmark move as the entire 64-year-old income tax law was overhauled and the older complex provisions were made simpler and lucid amid much fanfare. One of the key arguments given by the Finance Minister was … Read more
If you are contemplating investing in either fixed deposit (FD) or a small savings scheme, then it is advisable to compare their returns along with other benefits they offer. Typically, a fixed deposit (FD) offers anywhere between 6.7 to 7 percent per annum to depositors whereas other tax saving schemes offer slightly higher. For instance, … Read more
When preparing children for life, financial literacy is often neglected, though it plays a crucial role in shaping their future success and well-being. Instilling financial knowledge and responsibilities from an early age fosters independence, confidence and resilience. Parents, as primary influencers, have a profound impact on their children’s financial attitudes. However, it is essential to … Read more
I have sold a plot of land for ₹67 lakh. After indexation, the taxable long-term capital is around Rs35.40 Lakh. If I invest the long-term capital gains of Rs35.40 lakh in a residential flat, I understand that I do not have to pay any tax due to the exemption available under Section 54F. If the … Read more
Before you decide about investing in a mutual fund scheme, it is recommended to compare the returns delivered by different schemes in the same category of funds so that the decision is objective and fair. Here, we list out the returns delivered by some high-performing focused mutual funds, expecially the ones which have delivered over … Read more
UGC NET Result 2024: University Grants Commission National Entrance Test (UGC NET December 2024) results have been announced by the National Testing Agency (NTA). Candidates appearing for the exam can check their score on ugcnet.nta.ac.in. The Commission has also released the final answer key. A total of 6,49,490 candidates appeared for the UGC NET December … Read more
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Tuesday that the income tax rationalization made by the Center in the last 10 years has given up more money in the hands of the middle class. Union budget presented on 1 February increased income 12 lakh tax-free, above 7 lakhs ago. Factoring in standard cuts of … Read more
This interval in insurance coverage presents an opportunity for the insurers. They can expand their access to Tier-II and Tier-III cities and rural areas with low awareness and access. “Insurance density in India is relatively lower than global standards. New distribution models can provide facility to include at least customers, which have already been covered … Read more
New Delhi, Feb 22 (PTI) Industry body Amfi has launched three initiatives — SIP for smaller investments, Tarun Yojana to encourage young investors, and MITRA to help track and recover forgotten investments. These initiatives align with markets regulator Sebi and Association of Mutual Funds in India’s ongoing efforts to democratise mutual fund investments, ensuring wider … Read more