A reduction in LTCG tax would be desirable for a capital-starved economy but would not, by itself, trigger sustained foreign institutional investor (FII) inflows, said Venugopal Garre of Bernstein.
Jefferies says an equity LTCG tax cut could improve FPI sentiment and support the rupee, but warns that the fiscal impact of lower tax collections may limit the scope for relief.
The industry body has proposed scrapping LTCG tax, cutting STCG tax to 10 per cent or lowering STT, arguing that a lighter tax burden could support investment and retail participation
Shankar Sharma, founder of GQuant Investech, has said that the government has been very arrogant towards foreign capital and suggested rolling out the red carpet for dollars, no matter
To understand the actual gains, it is important to make these calculations beforehand. This not only gives you a realistic picture of what to expect but also helps you prepare for tax filing.
The government's tax exemption for foreign investors has put India's bond market in the spotlight. Here's a breakdown of the key terms investors need to know
The government has promulgated an ordinance that, with effect from April 1, 2026, foreign institutional investors will be exempted from tax on both the interest and the capital gains
Foreign investors are subject to a 12.5% LTCG gains tax on listed shares and bonds held for more than 12 months, and a 20% withholding tax on interest earned from govt bonds
The South Asian nation is looking to attract foreign capital to counteract pressure on its rupee currency, which has weakened more than 5 per cent since the start of the year
Explainer on capital gains tax across equities, gold, property and mutual funds, covering LTCG, STCG rates, exemptions, loss set-offs and return filing tips
From AI-driven cybersecurity risks and JNU's quota policy to India's macroeconomic challenges and the rupee debate, here is a concise roundup of Business Standard's key opinion pieces of the day
A sharp hike in derivatives transaction tax and lack of market-friendly measures in Budget 2026 rattled sentiment, dragging Sensex and Nifty to their steepest Budget-day fall in six years
A recent ITAT ruling offers tax relief for those selling two homes and reinvesting in one, easing capital gain worries, especially for joint owners and middle-class families
Official revenue records like Jamabandi, Khasra, and Khatauni confirm land ownership, classification, and usage, ensuring it is legally recognised as agricultural in official documents
Capital outflows are near their highest-ever figure in India; a debate has raged over whether capital gains tax in India contributed to foreign investor outflows
