Investment is one such goal that makes the journey of life interesting. Investment is an asset acquired with the goal of generating income or appreciation. Appreciation increases in value over a period of time. Investment is made to create future wealth. When a child is born, learning is gradual. Recognition with senses, reciprocation with gestures, … Read more
However, in March 2024, some banks increased their fixed deposit rates. In the case of most banks, the current fixed deposit interest rates being offered are at a decadal high. So, are these the best interest rates on fixed deposits? And should you lock into these high fixed deposit rates? Let us discuss. Also Read: … Read more
If you like scary movies, then you are going to enjoy this psychological scary movie called First Omen. It has everything you need to sit on the edge of your seat (or be stuck to it out of sheer fright) and the most important thing: a story that will keep you interested, even after the … Read more
This is believed to be either the last or perhaps second last meeting before the interest rates are eventually slashed after a long hiatus. A Reuters poll predicted that the RBI is expected to cut rates in the Sept quarter. Notably, the banking regulator had raised the repo rates by a cumulative of 250 basis points … Read more
With the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) having gained massive popularity for an array of transactions, depositors will soon be able to use this phone banking interface service to deposit cash at cash deposit machines (CDMs) at ATMs and bank branches. Although it is a natural progression in the continuum of fintech evolution we are all … Read more
Among several disclosures, he also disclosed his total assets amounting to ₹20 crore. He has ₹9.24 crore in movable assets, out of which ₹55,000 in cash, ₹26.25 lakh in bank deposits, ₹4.33 crore in bonds and shares, ₹3.81 crore in mutual funds, ₹15.21 lakh in gold bonds and ₹4.20 lakh in jewellery. We spoke to … Read more
However, alongside the convenience, there’s also been an uptick in fraud cases associated with demat accounts over the past decade. This rise in fraudulent activities can be attributed to the influx of new investors entering the market without adequate knowledge of safeguarding their investments. While stock market regulators and brokerage firms continuously strive to implement … Read more
Dividends play a significant role in generating income for investors in stocks or mutual funds. Dividends signify a fraction of a company’s profits shared with its shareholders. This allocation is influenced by multiple factors, encompassing earnings, financial health, and corporate strategies. Companies often declare dividends periodically, whether quarterly or annually, reflecting their commitment to distributing … Read more
With fewer than 48 hours to go before the financial year draws its curtains, investors are rushing to invest into a plethora of investment options in order to save their income tax for fiscal 2023-24. There is no denying the fact that most investment options, particularly the ones in equity have already become unfeasible from … Read more
While investors with a high-risk appetite are savouring the high returns of 30 per cent given by Nifty50 in the fiscal year 2024, there are millions of conservative investors who remain content with their considerable exposure to fixed-income instruments. Additionally, some aggressive investors allocate a portion of their portfolio to debt instruments to keep a … Read more