As we enter the financial year 2025-2026, a lot has changed in recent times. Financial markets have been extremely volatile, interest rates are on a decline after a five-year hiatus, and US President Donald Trump’s tariffs have left the world markets jittery. Amid this turmoil, many investors who have specific long-term investment goals are in…
Market in freefall: Stock markets in India and abroad have declined considerably in the past few days due to US President Donald Trump’s announcement of imposing reciprocal tariffs on its trading partners. The US administration has announced a 27 per cent tariff on imports from India. On Friday, the Sensex closed 1.22 per cent lower,…
Top News 1. The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has announced a revised framework aimed at expediting the rights issue process. Effective April 7, 2025, the new guidelines ensure the completion of the Rights Issue within 23 working days. This framework includes revised timelines, automated validation processes, and modifications to the SEBI Master…
The trend of individuals holding multiple credit cards has seen growth in the recent past. Infact, people who use credit cards extensively for their benefits maintain a credit card portfolio just like an investment portfolio. They review the portfolio regularly to evaluate which existing cards to close and which new credit cards to add. While…
Although first three-quarters’ growth was not too promising with 6.2 percent in Dec quarter – it was somewhat expected since it was an election year, explains Dr Rumki Majumdar (PhD), economist at Deloitte. She speaks about the current volatility in the financial market and deconstructs to explain what it reflects on the fundamentals of economy….
Q. Me and my wife have been investing in Nifty 50 tracking mutual funds for the past 8 years. We now intend to diversify by investing in Nifty100 Quality 30 index-tracking mutual funds. Can you tell us the pros and cons of investing in index mutual funds tracking the Nifty100 Quality 30 index? Additionally, please…
In today’s world of digital payments, credit cards are more than just a way to pay—they can help you save big when used smartly. A simple trick called “stacking” lets you combine multiple offers, discounts, and rewards to get the best deal on your purchases. What is stacking? Stacking is all about using multiple savings…
In today’s consumer-driven world, buying electronic gadgets and more has become much easier with attractive EMI (Equated Monthly Instalment) options. EMI options have given consumers the flexibility to make high-value purchases without immediate full payment, enabling better financial management. Among the various EMI options available, no-cost EMI stands out as an attractive choice for many….
Top News 1. India’s GST collections for January 2025 reached â‚ą1.96 lakh crore, marking a significant 12.3% year-on-year growth compared to January 2024. This surge reflects increased economic activity, improved compliance, and stricter enforcement measures by tax authorities. The robust growth in GST revenue indicates strong consumption trends, business expansion, and higher tax efficiency. The…
A will is a legal document that specifies how a person’s assets and belongings should be distributed after their death. It allows the individual, known as the testator, to ensure their wealth is passed on according to their wishes rather than being distributed as per default inheritance laws. A will can cover various assets, including…
