Most banks offer higher interest rates (usually 50 basis points) on their senior citizens' fixed deposits
Deposits are still the most preferred instrument of saving in India although market-based instruments are gaining share, according to an article published in the Reserve Bank's July Bulletin.
Some banks offer interest rates of 8% or more, making them an appealing option for risk-averse investors
Ujjivan Small Finance Bank offers the highest rates at 8.75% for senior citizens and 8.25% for others
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The report estimates a staggering 74 million senior citizen term deposit accounts in India, holding a combined value of Rs 34 lakh crore.
According to experts, the RBI might adjust interest rates towards this year's end. Therefore, it could be wise to invest in FDs now, taking advantage of the current higher interest rates
Fixed deposits (FDs) are a cornerstone of financial planning for many in India, offering a secure and predictable return on investment
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Fixed deposit rates of financial companies are a conservative way of investment
Small finance banks' FDs yield more than larger banks' offerings, but invest in them sparingly. Investors need to lock into current peak rates before they begin to decline
The WALR on outstanding rupee loans of SCBs was at 9.80 per cent in November 2023 as against 9.84 per cent in October 2023 and 9.83 per cent in September
On Monday, Kotak Mahindra Bank raised fixed deposit (FD) interest rates by up to 85 basis points. Kotak Mahindra customers can now earn up to 7.80 per cent on senior citizen FDs
With the rise in the lending rate of banks, there has been a simultaneous increase in fixed deposit rates as well. As of now, many banks are offering FD interest as high as nine per cent
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According to YES Bank's website, the highest interest rate of 7.50 per cent has been increased to 7.75 per cent for FDs maturing in 18 months to less than 24 months
As per the Income Tax Act, the exemption limit for TDS deduction on FD is Rs 40,000 for individuals (excluding senior citizens) and Rs. 50,000 for senior citizens