
India's high networth individuals' number grows 20 per cent
The number of high net worth individuals (HNIs or individuals with investable assets of $1 million or more) in India has grown for the second straight year.Interesting facts and figures in the world of business
Rs 490 cr (or $100 million) is the insurance coverage sought by Jaypee Sports International, the organisers of Formula 1 Grand Prix in India.Recent rulings from banking, insurance, market sectors
A look at recent rulings which can affect you.Sale transactions via general power of attorney not legal
The Supreme Court has ruled that sale transactions carried through general power of attorney will have no legal sanctity.Axis Bank launches lifetime fixed rate home loan scheme
If you are looking for a home loan where you monthly instalment does not change during the entire tenure of the loan, Axis Bank has a product to offer.Sebi paper suggests suspension of commission fee for 'investment advisors'
A concept paper issued by Sebi says distributors of financial products who call themselves 'investment advisors' cannot accept any commission from financial companies.


Tips to adjust to work culture at your new office
Cracking the culture code at your new workplace is just as important as working hard to make the right impression.
Balanced equity funds safest during market volatility
Balanced equity funds have proved their worth in volatile equity market conditions with the average fall in NAV in the past one year being 9% compared to 18% in large-cap funds.What mutual fund industry can offer in coming months
The Indian mutual fund industry has grown at a breathtaking pace in the last five years. It has transformed the way retail investors benefit from India's economic boom. Here's what we can expect in the times to come.AMFI Chairman Milind Barve on future of India's mutual fund industry
Milind Barve, Chairman, Association of Mutual Funds of India (AMFI), speaks to Tanvi Varma on the industry's future and the current maket scenario.How to build mutual fund portfolio to withstand stock market pressures
Here's how you can build a mutual fund portfolio that can weather all market storms.

How to deal with share market rumours
Market rumours often rattle share prices. Here's how you should react to the buzz.

Investing in structured products can bring equity-linked returns
Get equity-linked returns by investing in structured products that protect your capital when stock markets fall.Indian middle class seeks to protect lifestyle, eyes higher insurance cover: Survey
The Indian middle class living in metros feels a greater need to protect its lifestyle, according to ING Life India's Investor Dashboard Survey for the second quarter of 2011. More than 75% Indians feel they need a higher insurance cover.How to optimise on help from financial agents
Agents who sell financial products are often criticised for wrongdoings. But they can be of immense help. We tell you how to make the best use of their services.




