Saving Money

Building abs or assets? A fitness coach's lesson in discipline for both

For Raj, health, wealth, and time form the three pillars of a good life. His advice is simple yet powerful: live within your means, invest consistently, and take the long view.

Updated On: 16 Sep 2025 | 9:08 AM IST

India faces fresh $1.9 bn fund outflows as global money chases commodities

India-focused funds continue to face redemption pressure, with $1.9bn withdrawn over the past 7 weeks. This marks the second phase of outflows

Updated On: 16 Sep 2025 | 8:17 AM IST

No rich parents, no windfall - Just small steps that changed my finances

From living hand-to-mouth on Fixed Deposits to confidently investing in mutual funds and ETFs - this 37-year-old music teacher's money journey is proof that anyone can turn things around

Updated On: 29 Aug 2025 | 2:59 PM IST

Over 50% individuals feel savings not enough for future, finds study

More than half of Indians surveyed feel unprepared for their future despite having a detailed financial plan or having done some degree of planning, says a study. The study of individuals in the age group of 35 to 54 years who financially provide for their ageing parents and growing children found that 60 per cent of respondents feel their savings are not enough for future. The respondents agree that "no matter how much they save or invest, they feel like it's never enough for future", the study by YouGov said. A majority 94 per cent of respondents said they either have a detailed financial plan or have done some degree of planning, the study, which surveyed more than 4,000 people across 12 cities across India, said. The study of aspirations, attitudes and financial preparedness of individuals in the 35-54 years age group stated stated that more than 50 per cent worry about running out of money, always feeling behind and not doing well enough despite efforts. "They show high relia

Updated On: 22 Feb 2025 | 7:01 PM IST

Post Office Recurring Deposit Scheme; features, interest rate and more

Opening a post office recurring deposit account could be the perfect way to save money for a certain period of time. Here's everything you need to know about Post Office RD Scheme

Updated On: 11 Oct 2023 | 2:40 PM IST

75% Indians don't have funds for emergencies: How to save and plan for it

Most thumb rules related to emergency fund planning state that you must have 6-9 months of your fixed monthly expenses saved away in an easily accessible and low risk asset class.

Updated On: 21 Jun 2023 | 2:08 PM IST

EPFO adds over a million new subscribers in June for 3rd month in a row

New EPF subscribers increased marginally to 10,54,261 in June from 10,07,441 in May 2022 and 10,09,689 in April, according to data published by the National Statistical Office

Updated On: 26 Aug 2022 | 6:02 AM IST

A penny saved, a penny earned and other insights into the art of budgeting

Budgeting tips: Start with some kind of allocation of your periodical expenses, even if it's very rudimentary. You can adopt a more sophisticated approach later

Updated On: 30 Jan 2022 | 9:01 PM IST

ELSS: Get potentially higher returns with shortest lock-in tenure

Give these equity-linked instruments at least seven years to yield good returns

Updated On: 15 Mar 2020 | 12:08 AM IST

Few simple steps on how to fix your financial mess after festival splurge

Many would have racked up debt this Diwali, using credit cards and consumer loans

Updated On: 01 Nov 2019 | 2:38 AM IST