In an era marked by increasing cybercrime, safeguarding demat accounts has become paramount, and several security measures, including the Unique Client Code (UCC), have been implemented to enhance protection. The UCC acts as a crucial identifier, ensuring the confidentiality and integrity of client information. The Unique Client Code serves as a vital identification number assigned … Read more
The fresh flare-up in tensions between Israel and Iran has made investors nervous and is the biggest reason behind the selloff in the Indian market this week. “Tension in the Middle East is the major reason for selling in the Indian equity market as this has put doubts regarding the geopolitical uncertainty in the region,” … Read more
The early bird gets the worm The decision to prepay your home loan isn’t just about having surplus cash; it’s about timing. Making additional payments towards your home loan in the initial years can significantly impact the interest you pay over the loan’s life. For instance, Ankush, who took a ₹50 lakh home loan at … Read more
Vodafone Idea: The company is optimistic about its ₹18,000-crore follow-on public offer (FPO) receiving full subscription, particularly from anchor investors. The company’s CEO, Akshay Moondra said that the company plans to roll out 5G services within six to nine months after the FPO. This will involve fast-tracking orders for 5G equipment from vendors. It aims … Read more
Failing to repay a personal loan can lead to significant financial repercussions and negatively impact your credit score. Furthermore, the failure to repay your loan can lead to unnecessary stress. Waiting to communicate with your lender after missing a payment only compounds the anxiety over time. Here are some of the key consequences: Impaired credit … Read more
xAI, an artificial intelligence venture by Elon Musk, has unveiled an improved version of its Grok 1.5 model called Grok 1.5 Vision. This upgraded model now includes computer vision abilities, enabling it to understand and answer questions about images. This update comes shortly after OpenAI introduced its GPT-4 model, which also features computer vision capabilities. … Read more
Gold prices declined as the dollar strengthened and Treasury yields rose, driven by an unexpected increase in U.S. retail sales in March, on Monday. This development raised concerns that the Federal Reserve might postpone interest rate cuts for the year. Spot gold saw a 0.5 per cent decrease, reaching $2,332.97 per ounce as of 10:18 … Read more
CIBIL score, or credit score, maintains credit information of individuals and businesses. Your CIBIL score is a three-digit numeric summary of your credit history. It, undoubtedly, plays an important role in the loan application process. It influences the interest rates, loan terms, processing time and negotiating power, among others. For instance, someone with a high … Read more
Stock Market Today- Sun Pharmaceutical Industries share price has decline 4-5% in last two trading sessions on regulatory concerns. The US drug regulator (USFDA) post conducting an inspection at Sun Pharma’s Dadra facility from December 4,2023 till December 15, 2024 have now determined the inspection classification status of this facility as Official Action Indicated (OAI). … Read more
In February 2024, the RBI data showed that credit card spending reached Rs. 1.5 lakh crores, a 26% annual growth. Within these spends, the usage of credit cards for payments like rent, tuition fees, vendor payments, society maintenance, etc., to individuals has picked up in the last few years. The RBI is not comfortable with … Read more
