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FIIs will keep betting on decent returns from India's debt market
"2016 is going to be another year of strong FII inflows. This belief stems from the fact that Indian macroeconomic situation is expected  to be strong"

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Investing in financial assets could be the winning strategy in 2016

This is a compounding market and, for the next 3-5 years, we would see earnings recovery driving stock prices, while debt investments seem attractive for the next one year

As India is now targeting CPI infl ation instead of WPI, valuation of the bond curve looks all the more attractive

The demand for Indian debt from should continue to be strong, which will support the bond valuations

Expected improvement in the economy is likely to spur demand in the three major real estate segments

The spread of internet will present a huge opportunity for life insurers

The spread of internet will present a huge opportunity for life insurers to turn conversations into connections

Financial empowerment is all about letting citizens participate in growth'

"Lack of education, forces us to go into real estate and gold rather than financial assets"

Investment

The Rise of Robo Advisors

Robots play with numbers and not emotions, unlike humans. So, can you trust machines over your financial advisor to manage your money?

Start the year with these solid resolutions to enjoy financial freedom in the long term.

Real Estate

Growth in realty will remain flat, but it may be the best time to buy your dream home.

For end-users it is certainly the right time. But, before you take the plunge, don't forget to bargain for your dream home

Tax benefits you should know before taking a home loan

Know the rules governing tax benefits of a home loan to make the most of this sop.

Insurance

Reforms have set the ball rolling for the insurance sector. Now, insurers must play ball.

"Insurers may also rely on getting surrogate information like credit bureau ratings and social media feed for high-risk propositions."

Banking

Reducing the tax burden

We bring a few effective tax-saving strategies as the year draws to a close.