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Old-New Break-Even Point Is High
The break-even point for deductions to choose between the old and new tax regimes has increased to ₹8.50 lakh for income of ₹24.75 lakh and above. Normally, deductions and exemptions commonly claimed by salaried individuals do not exceed ₹8.50 lakh
2 min |
February 2025
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How Not To Be Financially Vulnerable
We often naïvely assume that our monthly pay cheques will cover whatever life throws our way. But it may not cover all our emergencies, which is why we need to create a safety net
5 min |
February 2025
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WHY YOU SHOULD BE DEBT-FREE IN RETIREMENT
Being debt-free in retirement is the best course of action, and we have strategies for you to make that happen. Nevertheless, if you already find yourself servicing debt in retirement, there are strategies for that too
6 min |
February 2025
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HOW TO BEAT CURRENCY EXCHANGE RATE WOES
If you are travelling abroad, you will have to change your Indian rupees into either dollars or euro or to the local currency. Here's how to choose the right currency for a seamless holiday experience abroad
6 min |
January 2025
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Why A New Year Goal Is Good
Setting a new year goal can give you a psychological boost to improve yourself and help you set aims and targets while also helping you declutter and let go of the past
5 min |
January 2025
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SENIOR CITIZEN HOUSING: THE HURDLES TO CROSS
Buying a home is not only a dream of youngsters, many retirees also want to buy a home, but for that, they have to overcome adverse situations and many challenges
8 min |
January 2025
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Axing Taxes And Beating Benchmarks
When investing for the long term and that too in a product with a lock-in period, the decision between the best and the consistent performer becomes critical.
1 min |
January 2025
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Use Gold To Optimise Portfolio
Returns from gold are expected to be decent going forward, but more importantly, it acts as a portfolio diversifier and helps reduce volatility
3 min |
January 2025
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The Risks That Invoice Discounting Entails
Invoice discounting can give potential high returns over a short period of time, but lack of regulation make them a high-risk investment
5 min |
January 2025
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2024: CHANGES THAT MATTER
The year 2024 has been a game-changer for the Indian regulatory landscape, with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi), Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (Irdai), the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), the Pension Fund Regulatory Development Authority (PFRDA) and the Income Tax Department proposing key changes that will benefit investors, policyholders, pensioners, taxpayers and consumers alike. We give you a lowdown on five key changes proposed by each of these regulators
10+ min |
January 2025
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10 Stock Picks For 2025
Top analysts recommends 2 stocks each and the reasons why they should be a part of your portfolio
10+ min |
January 2025
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VOLATILITY AHEAD: PLAY SAFE
After an exhilarating rally till September 2024, the Indian stock market finds itself in turbulent waters and is expected to continue to do so in 2025. We give you some stock picking strategies that will help you play safe. We also have a list of 10 stocks recommended by experts which you can consider for your portfolio
5 min |
January 2025
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Stay Ahead Of AI-Powered Cyber Fraud
AI has become an integral part of our lives, right from customer service at banks to insurance claims. But it has now become a powerful arsenal for the fraudsters too who are increasingly using AI to scam individuals and corporations alike to commit fraud. The key is to stay vigilant
7 min |
December 2024
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Travelling To Europe? Pack In The Essential Covers
Smart travellers must know that insurance is a must-have. From essential health coverage to theft protection and trip interruptions, know what you need for a worry-free Europe trip
6 min |
December 2024
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How To Spend Wisely This Year-End
We all spend during the year-end. But the trick is not to overspend or borrow, either from friends, or your own investment, to fund your indulgence. Maintaining balance is the key
5 min |
December 2024
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Travel Now Pay Later (TNPL)
Travel now, pay later (TNPL) is a close cousin of the more popular buy now, pay later (BNPL) schemes.
2 min |
December 2024
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12 Books Devina Mehra Loved Reading In 2024
Listing books of her choice, among the ones she reads during the year, is ace investor Devina Mehra's favourite year-end activity. She says it's a daunting task to pick around 12 books from a list of 50.
6 min |
December 2024
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Here's How To Avail Of Ayushman Bharat Yojana
Launched in 2018, the Ayushman Bharat Yojana aimed to provide health coverage to targeted benefi ciaries from the Socio-Economic Caste Census (SECC) 2011, based on deprivation and occupational criteria.
2 min |
December 2024
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'Focus On The Business, Assess If You Want To Be A Partner For 10-20 Years'
Professor Sanjay Bakshi, a value investor, behavioural economist and adjunct professor at Flame University, Pune, gives his unique perspective on how to choose a stock, in an interview with Nidhi Sinha, editor, Outlook Money, as part of the Wealth Wizards series. He also shares his learnings from role models Warren Buffett, Charlie Munger, Benjamin Graham and others, and how being a chartered accountant, economist, investor and teacher make him into what he is today. Edited excerpts from the interview
10 min |
December 2024
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The New Trump Card For IT, Pharma
Donald Trump has been re-elected as the 47th President of the US after a gap of four years. Here's how it will affect the Indian markets and how it will benefit sectors such as IT, pharma, export-oriented sectors and others
8 min |
December 2024
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European Sojourn
Tight on budget? Dump the popular European destinations for the little-known wonders that are equally attractive
10+ min |
December 2024
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Gold ETFs And FoFs
While Indians love to invest in physical gold, even mutual funds offer the option, but in paper format.
2 min |
November 2024
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PLANNING TO BUY CHILD INSURANCE? THINK TWICE
Child insurance plans combine insurance and investment but often offer low returns due to high costs, making a combination of a term insurance cover and mutual fund a better option for securing your child’s higher education needs
7 min |
November 2024
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How Do You Define Happiness?
Money does buy happiness, but after a while, the appeal fades. We talk about our relationship with money, but, maybe, it’s time to revisit our relationship with happiness
5 min |
November 2024
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Avoid Crypto As It Is Highly Volatile
I am 22 years old and have recently started working. I want to invest a small portion of money in cryptocurrency. How should I go about it? Does it require a huge capital investment?
2 min |
November 2024
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Invest Right, Don't Speculate
The lure of high returns and quick gains from equity tips, cryptocurencies, and equity F&O can be enticing. But remember, return of capital is more important than return on capital
4 min |
November 2024
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The Wedding & Budget: Is Minimalist Trend The Right Knot For You?
Indian weddings are known for their pomp and grandeur, but minimalist weddings are also in vogue now. Dia Mirza was one such celebrity who went for a minimalist wedding. If you also want to keep things minimal on your big day, here’s how to do it
9 min |
November 2024
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Here's How To Buy An ETF?
Mutual funds are the preferred choice for retail investors. However, they come at a cost and fund management risk, apart from other risks. A smarter alternative is to invest through ETFs.
1 min |
November 2024
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How Passive Funds Help Diversify
Passive funds provide a simple way to invest in broad markets as well as in specific themes and sectors, making them ideal for an investor's satellite portfolio
2 min |
November 2024
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The Rise Of Passive Funds
The popularity of passive funds among retail investors has risen post Covid, and fund houses are out with many variations of ETFs and index funds. Does this category present a new opportunity for investors?
10 min |