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Households ditch fixed deposits, small savings schemes as rate cuts push savings towards equities, MFs

Jan 02, 2026, 02:46 PM IST

Latest data from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) shows that in FY25, savers pulled back from bank deposits, insurance and small savings schemes, while channelling a growing share of their money into equities and mutual funds.

Small savings schemes 2026: Government keeps interest rates unchanged for January–March quarter

Dec 31, 2025, 07:48 PM IST

Among post office savings schemes, the highest returns are currently offered by the Senior Citizen Savings Scheme (SCSS) and the Sukanya Samriddhi Account (SSA), both carrying an interest rate of 8.2%. Public Provident Fund (PPF) will continue to offer an interest rate of 7.1%.

Tax deduction: Can one claim Section 80C exemption on PPF, ELSS investments done in spouse's name?

Dec 10, 2025, 02:31 PM IST

Many people max out their Section 80C limit — but a major doubt keeps coming up every tax season. If you invest in PPF or ELSS in your spouse’s name, can you still claim the deduction? The answer isn’t as simple as it seems, and the rules differ sharply between PPF and ELSS.

With Rs 85,000 monthly SIPs, strong early investments, should I restructure my portfolio? Can FIRE be part of my plan?

Nov 15, 2025, 01:05 PM IST

A 28-year-old healthcare professional, already investing aggressively through SIPs and long-term instruments, has built a solid early portfolio worth over Rs 50 lakh. With rising income and disciplined habits, he now wants clarity on whether his current asset allocation is optimal for long-term growth and tax efficiency. He also wonders if pursuing the FIRE lifestyle is realistic at this stage of his financial journey.

Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana vs PPF vs Mutual Funds: What is the best investment for your child’s education, future?

Nov 14, 2025, 02:21 PM IST

Planning long-term finances for your child is essential as education and living costs continue to soar. Parents often consider safe, tax-efficient options like PPF and Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana, while others explore mutual funds for higher growth potential. Here’s a quick look at how these choices stack up and how different PPF contributions compound over 15 years.

Want guaranteed returns? These small savings plans beat most mutual funds

Nov 10, 2025, 02:55 PM IST

Looking for safe, steady returns? These 5 government-backed savings schemes offer interest rates up to 8.2%, proving security and decent growth can still go hand in hand.

PPF, SCSS, NSC rates unchanged for Oct-Dec 2025 as govt holds small savings rates

Sep 30, 2025, 05:40 PM IST

This means popular schemes like Public Provident Fund (PPF), Senior Citizen Savings Scheme (SCSS), and Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana (SSY) will continue at their existing rates.

Small savings schemes: Govt likely to decide on interest rates for October-December quarter today

Sep 30, 2025, 04:46 PM IST

Despite reduction in repo rate by RBI, small savings rates have remained unchanged so far.

EPF vs VPF vs PPF: Advisor breaks down the salary hack your HR didn’t tell you about

Sep 28, 2025, 08:55 AM IST

Chandralekha recounts a real-life conversation with a friend working in the service sector who was considering opening a Public Provident Fund (PPF) account.

Nilesh Shah Highlights Generational Shift In India’s Investing And Wealth-Building Culture

Sep 27, 2025, 03:00 PM IST

At the India Today Conclave, Nilesh Shah, MD of Kotak Mahindra Asset Management, explained the evolution of wealth creation in India. Tracing the “Kal, Aaj aur Kal” phenomenon, he compared older generations’ reliance on EPFO, PPF, and NPS with today’s equity and startup investing culture. While long-term PPF investments grew modestly over decades, the younger generation has seen significantly higher wealth creation through equity-linked and startup investments. Shah highlighted how India’s financialization of savings, combined with growing awareness and access to entrepreneurial ventures, is empowering today’s generation to build substantial, diversified wealth, realizing that partnering with India’s best entrepreneurs drives real long-term gains.

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