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Some relief as tax slabs get rejigged
PERSONAL INCOME TAX: Exemption for long-term infra bonds goes, MAT introduced for Rs 20 lakh and above
Do you really gain from the Budget?
Though tax slabs have been slightly raised, tinkering with duties have nullified their impact
Complications galore
A number of small clauses that make life tougher for taxpayers
Crucial benefits from the Budget that missed the eye
While the Union Budget for 2012-13 may not have given you big tax sops, there are procedural advantages that will help many
Don't rush to rejig portfolio
While the finance minister has pushed certain instruments in the Budget by giving tax benefits, wait for clarity before changing your portfolio drastically
Don't let money lie idle in banks
Though the Budget has made interest income up to Rs 10,000 tax-free, invest that for lucrative returns
Profitability remains a challenge: Hemant Kaul
Penetration of general insurance is bound to grow with increasing awareness
Persistency is the name of the game: Jayant Dua
It has been an issue of utmost importance for the life insurance sector
Take the short-term route
As timing of interest rate fall remains uncertain, short-term funds look the best bet
Eyeing unusual investment avenues
Choppy equity markets lead ultra-rich to invest in segments like agriculture, coal mining, healthcare and dairy farming
New duties, TDS not to affect gold prices much
While jewellers are up in arms against the hikes, it is not expected to have any significant bearing for investors
Money for nothing...
A high salary does not mean that you can be reckless. Too many EMIs may not allow you to make even the smallest expenses