Insight
- When it comes to sectoral funds, it is better to book your profits after 1-2 years because sectors tend to move in cycles.
- Here's a peek at the rupee’s performance to help you take decisions on travel and overseas investments.
- Stocks of construction and real estate companies have fared well in the past three months.
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It's hardly a surprise that debt-oriented products account for over 70% of the industry AUM, enabling big players to use them for treasury management. Roughing it with ease
To help reduce the hardiness of a camping trip, we pick innovative, compact gear that combines convenience with comfort. Before you buy
Scan the essential features of some electronic gadgets to ensure you don’t make an expensive mistake. Clubbing key to unlock deals
Grouping is the strategy of the season. Realty buyers are doing it to extract discounts, the developers, to clear stagnant inventories. How is the interest earned from fixed deposits taxed?
Tax liability on interest income from fixed deposits is calculated on an accrual basis. Disciplined route to redemption
Despite fundamental mistakes, Mumbai-based Preeti and Vishal Srivastava can achieve their goals easily. This is because of the one right move: regular investment. Targeting the small investor
Brokerages are now managing equity portfolios as small as Rs 5 lakh. We find out whether these schemes offer value for money. Building on opportunity
Money Today-Plexus Management new fund evaluation bring to you the report card of the Reliance Infrastructure Fund. Figuring it out
Pradeep Kumar, 41, quit his job with Maruti to pursue vedic maths. His efforts have added up to the 80-centre behemoth, Magical Methods. Tax filing: Six degrees of preparation
We take you through the basics of income tax to help you fill a flawless return. Hyped Budget, low hopes
Revenue inflows are unlikely to jump soon, unless taxes are upped. So, let’s rule out easing of tax rates, though there might be some sops for individuals, like a hike in deductibles for home loans or tax-exempt bank deposits. While Dipen Sheth takes a timid stand on Safe Wealth, he aggressively short-sells a bundle of stocks in the Wealth Zoom portfolio — and explains why. How to profit from losses
The setbacks from stocks, mutual funds, real estate and other assets can be adjusted against gains from investments for up to eight financial years. Despite its benefits, filing returns online is not a big hit. We bust the myths about the process and explain why it should actually be your first choice. What if you, as a taxpayer, are faced with unusual circumstances pertaining to your return? Money Today looks at five such odd situations and ways to deal with them. What is the tax exemption on your leave travel allowance and how can you claim it? Read answers to these and other important questions to avoid tax outgo. Most of us are aware of the tax benefits on investments, medical insurance and the tax advantages of a home loan. Here are some inconspicuous sections of the tax law under which you can claim further deductions. Many taxpayers aren’t aware that they may be falling foul of the tax authorities due to inconsistencies and errors in their returns. We list out eight fundamental rules to ensure that your return is free of mistakes. Should age alone decide which mutual fund is good for us?
No, age is only one of the factors. Each age group has objectives, risk appetite and goals that are typical to the category. First growth
It was sheer chance that led Rajeev Samant to work his father’s land. Several profitless crops later, he opted for winemaking, and a heady business, Sula Wines, was born. Dishing out a tasting menu
In the tradition of small-plate dining, this book tells you a little about everything. It’s a bid to find financial wisdom in unconventional places. Flawed service
Systemic inadequacies or incompetence on the part of the bank can lead to financial loss and hardships for customers. Here’s how to deal with four common problems. 
