Shome panel for abolishing tax on capital gains on equities
Parthasarathy Shome Committee has recommended deferment of General Anti Avoidance Rules (GAAR) for three years. GAAR will be applicable from assessment year 2017-2018.NBFCs roll out non-convertible debentures with up to 12.25 per cent pre-tax return
Several non-banking financial companies have come out with non-convertible debentures (NCDs) offering up to 12.25 per cent pre-tax return.Keeping money in fixed deposits now unattractive an option
Keeping your money locked in bank fixed deposits has become less attractive as several banks, including State Bank of India (SBI) and ICICI Bank, have reduced interest rates by 50-100 basis points.A look at recent personal finance rulings which can affect you
A look at recent rulings which can affect you.Rising commodity costs, inflation could hamper effects of reforms drive
Experts said the new reforms rush was positive but the key worry was whether the plans would be implemented. Rising commodity costs and inflation would also continue to loom large over the country's growth prospects, they said.
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Mutual fund investments may become costlier as fees are likely to go up
Sebi recently changed rules to encourage the mutual fund industry to increase its reach beyond the large cities. The result is a slightly higher cost for investors as fees are likely to go up by 50 basis points.Fund watch: Morgan Stanley A.C.E has outperformed benchmark thrice since 2009
Morgan Stanley A.C.E has outperformed its benchmark thrice since 2009.Uncertain markets? Multi-asset funds make for good investment option
In the current uncertain market, it makes sense to go for funds that invest in different asset classes. Multi-asset funds, which invest in debt, equity and gold in varying proportions, can be a great help to long-term investors.
Festive season: Invest in companies whose products are in demand
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High demand during the festive period generally leads to firming of prices of many agricultural products and precious metals. The market will be bullish on most commodities such as gold, silver, refined soya oil, wheat and gur due to festive demand.
Sebi backs small investors' interest in IPO market
The Securities & Exchange Board of India has taken a host of steps to protect the retail stock investors. Let's see what relief they will give to small investors.Stocks of companies with large business interests in Europe may continue under pressure
Companies with large business interests in Europe may continue to face pressure. Should the situation improve if leaders of the Eurozone reach an agreement on bailing out the stressed countries, the investors may gain.IT stocks likely to be under pressure, some may be good long-term bets
The information technology sector has been making investors jittery for the last few months. The average profit growth of most IT companies has fallen from 25 per cent in the last few years to 10-15 per cent due to slowdown in western countries, competition and currency fluctuation.
How to choose the best critical illness insurance plan
Acute illness can mean loss of income, total or partial disability and change in lifestyle. The financial burden could be far more than what an indemnity health plan would cover. Buying a critical illness plan is the best way to get over these shortcomings.Buying insurance policies and filing claims is set to become smoother
The revamp of the unit-linked plan, or Ulip, structure, portability of health plans and pension plan guidelines have already made the industry customer-friendly. Now, Irda has released draft guidelines on life and health insurance to take the process further forward.
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