Category: Economy

Factor investing strategies delivered sharply different returns over the past year. High Beta emerged as the strongest performer, while Value also outpaced the broader market. Here’s how all five strategies compared with the Nifty 500.

Adding names to property documents is common in India, with tax authorities scrutinising financial capacity. Parties must clarify arrangements such as ownership, gifts, or loans to avoid compliance issues. 

Inherited agricultural land can attract capital gains tax if it qualifies as urban agricultural land, but… 

Retirement planning requires a thorough analysis of goals, financial status, and lifestyle aspirations. It’s crucial to prepare for emergencies while balancing risk in your portfolio, gradually shifting from equities to safer options as you age.

Since IPO-bound companies do not have a listed-market track record or exchange trading history, investors largely have to depend on information provided before the listing

DA news update: After workers in Punjab undertook a strike on 27 August to push for pending DA and other demands; the state govt has hardened its stance and directed officers to issue notices for ‘unauthorised’ absences. 

Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana has a clear age cut-off for opening new accounts. Know the SSY eligibility rules, deposit limits, maturity period, interest rate and what happens after a girl turns 10.

On September 1, LPG and ATF prices, along with banking charges, may change. Consumers should check local prices and bank fees to avoid unexpected costs. Important tax deadlines also impact taxpayers, with August 31 being crucial for return filings and…

There is increasing demand for education loans from Tier II and III cities, lending data from Kuhoo Finance platform showed. Smaller cities account for 86.5% of applications on the platform, it added.

Rima invests in PPF, while Seema opts for an equity SIP. Rima’s corpus may reach ₹32.5 lakh after 15 years, tax-free. Seema’s final amount fluctuates based on market returns, potentially achieving up to ₹46 lakh after tax, highlighting differing investment…