Investors often confuse gold ETFs with gold mutual funds and may end up choosing the wrong investment option. While both fall under the mutual fund category regulated by AMFI, they…
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How bond prices and yields work: Hidden risk most investors overlook in fixed income markets
For many investors, bonds sit in the “safe and low impact” bucket. They are seen as instruments that protect capital and provide regular income, but not necessarily as investments that…
Your health insurance may not cover the full hospital bill: 7 hidden clauses policyholders often miss
With healthcare costs rising steadily, understanding the fine print of a health insurance policy has become critical for policyholders. Industry experts explain the key factors that influence claim payouts, the…
Hari Gopalakrishnan, Nicholas Macksey appointed as EQT’s co-heads of private capital Asia business
Mumbai: Swedish fund has appointed and as co-heads of its Private Capital Asia business, marking a key leadership transition, said a company statement. The appointments follow the elevation of long-time…
Annapurna Yojana: Unable to fill enrolment form online or offline? Here’s how beneficiaries will get help
West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari on Wednesday introduced forms for ‘Annapurna Bhandar’ scheme, which will be verified by officials before enrolment. The Bharatiya Janata Party government has announced ₹3,000…
EPFO 3.0: Want to withdraw 100% of your PF money? Check the latest withdrawal rules
EPFO subscribers may soon be able to access their provident fund savings more easily, as the retirement body is allowing subscribers to transfer funds directly to their bank accounts through…
8th Pay Commission latest update: Big salary hike unlikely! Why Centre may settle for a moderate pay revision
Speculation around the 8th Pay Commission continues to grow, as central government employees await clarity on implementation and salary revisions. Meanwhile, reports suggest the government may not agree to several…
US degree now costs more than a 2BHK in Bengaluru and Gurgaon – How parents are prioritising
For Indian parents, sending their children abroad for is increasingly becoming an emotional decision with massive financial consequences. To put things in perspective, the cost of foreign education today —…
Bank holiday today, May 28: Are SBI, HDFC Bank and other banks open or closed for Bakrid/Eid al-Adha?
Banks in most states will remain closed today (Thursday), on Bakrid/Eid al-Adha, May 28, 2026, Since /Eid al-Adha is a gazetted holiday, it will be observed as a public holiday…
Non-banks increase microfinance share amid muted demand
Kolkata: last month expanded their loan share in the microfinance segment that, however, shrank in aggregate due to a 5% month-on-month exposure drop by through what’s seen as a traditionally…