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The writer is professor and co-director of Lokniti, a research programme at the Centre for the Study of Developing Societies
The writer is professor and co-director of Lokniti, a research programme at the Centre for the Study of Developing Societies
Ignoring it isn't an option for those who have liabilities or dependants
The new rule book should bring down interest rates and improve recovery methods
Take into account the fundamental factors driving demand before deciding to shift from gold to silver
Also, watch out for a company raising money at a very high rate of interest
Some insurers have already started increasing premiums, and others are expected to do so in the next six months
Utilise the relaxed phase to complete unfinished tasks on personal finance agenda
Here is how the personal loan rates offered by various banks stack up
However, one has to be cautious, as electronic pickpocketing is catching up
You are more likely to get one from a bank with which you already have a relationship
Stick to solid banks and shun both credit and duration risk in debt funds
The Indian economy and markets, for instance, tend to be hit hard by high oil prices
New ones should build their allocation gradually upon corrections
Many fund houses don't yet offer the pause facility but are scrambling to put one in place for investors
Post-tax returns are likely to be higher if you hold these funds for a year
You will have to revamp both your work practices and technology tools to stay as productive working from home as you are at the office
The logic of geographical diversification of portfolio remains valid even today
With motor insurance premiums set to rise, opting for a voluntary deductible will reduce costs
Extreme volatility means they should form only a limited portion of your portfolio
For an investor through the systematic investment plan route, timing does not matter so much
Three achievers from the financial services underline the importance of striving for financial independence on the occasion of International Women's Day, 2020