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Run a small biz or work as a freelancer? Pay tax on only 50% of your income

For small businesses with annual gross receipts under Rs. 3 crore, this scheme applies if the cash receipts are less than 5% of the total receipts.

Salaried vs consultant: What's a better option for high earners in India?

If your business expenses are a significant portion of your income (more than 50%), being a consultant and claiming those expenses can be beneficial

Over half of Indian equity large-cap funds underperformed their benchmark in 2023

The S&P Indices Versus Active Funds (SPIVA®) India Scorecard for 2023 reveals that a significant portion of actively managed funds underperformed their benchmarks across various categories.

Faster funds, more flexibility: How T+0 settlement cycle benefits investors

T+0 is currently in a beta phase. This means it's only being implemented for a limited number of stocks (around 25) and with a select group of brokers.

Not just 80C: You can claim Rs 75,000 as deductions with health insurance premiums too

In total, you can claim up to Rs. 1 lakh in deductions under Section 80D for health insurance premiums paid for yourself and your parents

Planning your retirement? PGIM India Mutual Fund launches a new fund

The fund invests in a mix of assets, including stocks, bonds, and real estate investment trusts (REITs).

Nifty to remain at 24,000; expect bounce back in 3-6 months: Emkay

While the market might be shaky right now, Emkay believes it's a good time to "buy the dip" in the right stocks, especially smaller companies with strong growth potential.

Zerodha's Nikhil Kamath leads $10 mn round in coffee specialty brand Subko

Subko, a brand known for its premium coffee, baked goods, and bean-to-bar chocolate, has secured a significant investment round of $10 million

Foreign liquidity is drying up in small-and mid-cap space: What this means

There are early signs that the recent boom in Indian stocks might be cooling down. This is because foreign investors, who were pouring money into India in 2023, are starting to slow down.

Tax planning before March 31: Do's and dont's for the last-minute tax saver

Don't rush into investments just for tax benefits. Choose options that align with your financial goals and risk tolerance.

Mumbai overtakes Beijing as Asia's billionaire capital for the very first time

In a historic first, Mumbai has dethroned Beijing as Asia's billionaire capital, with a staggering 92 billionaires compared to Beijing's dwindling 51

Where to invest? Despite uncertainty, Kotak bullish on large-caps and long-duration funds

Brokerage Kotak Institutional Equities prefers a focus on large-cap stocks due to their lower volatility compared to mid and small-caps, especially in the near term.

How to invest your money in a volatile market? Motilal Oswal draws up a plan

MOPW recommends a focus on Large Caps and Multicap funds for new equity investments

Calling all shopaholics: Earn rewards with the new Titan SBI Card

Titan SBI Card is a great option for people who love to shop at Titan stores and want to earn rewards on their everyday purchases.

Ransomware attack top threat in India, human error leading cause of breaches

The 2024 Thales Data Threat Report highlights a significant increase in cyberattacks, with ransomware and human error being the top culprits.

Best large cap equity fund award goes to ICICI Prudential Bluechip: Check full list here

These awards are determined by a combination of risk-adjusted medium- to long-term performance track records and Morningstar's forward-looking rating for funds.

Gifting Infosys shares: Tax implications for Narayana Murthy and his grandson

Infosys co-founder Narayana Murthy's recent gift of shares worth Rs 240 crore to his four-month-old grandson, Ekagrah Rohan Murty, has sparked curiosity about the tax implication

Travel hacks for the win: Indians are using card points to offset travel expenses

43% of Indians planning on taking a trip in 2024 (vs global average of 30%) are using credit card points to offset flight and hotel expenses

US is world leader in wealth creation: Here are its wealthiest and priciest cities

he USA is currently home to 37% of the world's millionaires: some 5.5 million high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) who hold over USD 1 million in liquid investable assets

Gratuity to conveyance allowance: Exemptions under New Tax Regime decoded

Reimbursements received from your employer for travel expenses related to your job are generally exempt from tax.