What amount must be invested in a residential house to claim an exemption for long-term capital gains? | Mint

If we sell our residential house for, say, ₹50 lakh, do we have to invest the full 50 lakh to buy another residential house property, or do we only need to invest the long-term capital gains? I was under the impression that only the capital gains amount needed to be invested in another residential house … Read more

Mint Horizons, a masterclass series on global investing launches in Bengaluru | Mint

In today’s dynamic financial landscape, Indian investors face increasing challenges with domestic market volatility and currency fluctuations. Recognising the need for diversification and global exposure, we are proud to presentMint Horizons, an exclusive masterclass series designed to empower investors with the knowledge and tools to navigate international markets effectively. Featuring some of the top investment … Read more

Investment word of the day: Rolling returns – Why is it crucial for investors? | Mint

Investment word of the day: While investing in various funds and financial instruments, a need may often arise to track your investment in order to determine how your money is performing over a period of time. Rolling returns is one such measure that helps to estimate the performance of an investment at a certain period … Read more

Ultra-long bonds: Centre mulls strategy to deepen insurance market

The move, being mulled by the Union finance ministry with the help of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), would also help the government nudge the industry towards its target of insurance for all by 2047, these people said on the condition of anonymity. For insurers, investing in these 50-year on-tap bonds would provide them … Read more