As millennials, it’s commonplace for us to prioritise our personal financial aspirations. However, amidst our pursuits, we must recognize the financial security of our younger siblings, who may still need to gain the maturity or resources to secure their own financial futures. Rather than solely indulging in fleeting pleasures like gadgets or social outings, we … Read more
At the outset, it is vital to note that marriage — in itself — does not affect credit score. The credit scores are not based on marital status; however, it can indirectly influence your credit score in a number of ways especially when you share a credit card or open a joint bank account. For … 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
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
Regardless of Reserve Bank of India (RBI) keeping its repo rate constant at 6.5 per cent, Bank of Baroda raised its MCLR across four tenors by 5 basis points with effect from today i.e., April 12, 2024. Bank of Baroda’s base rate is now 9.40 percent with effect from Friday. Additionally, BPLR for all the existing accounts … Read more
If you have not received your income tax refund so far, there is good news for you. The Income Tax (I-T) Department has set April 30 as the deadline for approving pending refunds, reported Business Line The department has prepared an interim action plan for tax refunds in this fiscal and set a timeline for various actions related … Read more
The mutual fund (MF) industry’s net assets under management (AUM) declined by 2 per cent to ₹53,40,194 crore at the end of March 2024, as against ₹54.54 lakh crore as on February 29 this year, data released by the Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI) reveals. The number of new SIPs registered in March … Read more
The Sensex closed above the 75,000 mark for the first time on Wednesday, April 10. The NSE Nifty50 index has touched the 22,700 mark. The benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty have soared around 18.74 per cent and 20.03 per cent respectively during the Calendar Year 2023. In fiscal 2024, the Nifty posted a 30 per … Read more
Investment is one such goal that makes the journey of life interesting. Investment is an asset acquired with the goal of generating income or appreciation. Appreciation increases in value over a period of time. Investment is made to create future wealth. When a child is born, learning is gradual. Recognition with senses, reciprocation with gestures, … Read more
However, in March 2024, some banks increased their fixed deposit rates. In the case of most banks, the current fixed deposit interest rates being offered are at a decadal high. So, are these the best interest rates on fixed deposits? And should you lock into these high fixed deposit rates? Let us discuss. Also Read: … Read more
