Gold and silver ETFs gain up to 5% on US-Iran peace hopes. Should investors add exposure now?Gold and silver ETFs gained sharply on Friday as precious metal prices rallied amid optimism over a potential US-Iran peace agreement. Expe...
12 Jun, 2026, 10.50 AM IST
DIIs' net purchases cross Rs 4 lakh crore on Dalal Street in 2026 while FIIs run awayDomestic institutional investors (DIIs) have remained strong buyers of Indian equities in 2026, with net purchases crossing Rs 4.16 lakh cr...
09 Jun, 2026, 01.01 PM IST
Maternity cover in group health insurance plans: Why outdated limits leave employees paying more out of pocketOne of the biggest advantages of a group policy is the waiver of the maternity waiting period. In individual policies, maternity typically ...
08 Jun, 2026, 11.58 AM IST
Digital arrest: How India’s fastest-growing scam uses fake investigations and video calls to siphon off croresThey pose as the police, put you under ‘digital arrest’, and tether you to a video call till your savings are gone. How India’s fastest gro...
08 Jun, 2026, 11.13 AM IST
LIC in talks with regulators on long-term instruments to match growing liabilities: CEOLife Insurance Corporation of India is working with regulators like the Reserve Bank and Sebi. This is to increase long-term investment opt...
07 Jun, 2026, 11.02 AM IST
Should you buy OPD cover in health insurance? Over 40% of healthcare costs are paid out-of-pocket in IndiaOPD cover in health insurance addresses out-of-pocket expenses for doctor visits, diagnostics, and medicines without hospitalization. While...
02 Jun, 2026, 04.16 PM IST
Can AI financial advice help you retire more comfortably?A retirement economist expresses concern over AI's use in financial advice, noting its limitations despite providing basic guidance. The ar...
27 May, 2026, 10.46 AM IST
LIC introduces New Jeevan Sathi joint life plans: Check features, guaranteed additions and benefitsLIC new plans 2026: Life Insurance Corporation of India has launched two new joint life insurance savings plans, LIC’s New Jeevan Sathi Sin...
25 May, 2026, 07.17 PM IST
Choosing a crypto exchange in India? Read this firstWith fees, security and ease of use all up for scrutiny, WazirX makes a strong case for being the everyday trader’s go-to platform in India...
25 May, 2026, 12.47 PM IST
Customers unsure about making house help apps a habit even as investors fall for the crazeQuick commerce is transforming domestic help hiring in India. New apps offer on-demand house help, attracting investor attention. These pla...
12 May, 2026, 09.22 AM IST
Bundled vs standalone travel insurance: Which works best for your trip? Comparing costs, coverage, and claimsSince both serve specific purposes and needs, pick the one that suits your travel itinerary and circumstances
11 May, 2026, 12.45 PM IST
How to build real wealth in India: CA explains what truly separates rich people from wealthy. 'Millionaires don’t just chase...'A post by Chartered Accountant Nitin Kaushik explains that being rich and being wealthy are not the same, as real wealth depends on financi...
04 May, 2026, 09.04 PM IST
IRDAI misses to measure average sum assured per policyholder in its annual reportWhen IRDAI defines success as premium collected, and the industry maximises commissions by selling products that collect maximum premium pe...
04 May, 2026, 10.45 AM IST
Rush to take Rs 1 crore health cover as premiums shed tax loadIndians are increasingly opting for health insurance policies of ₹1 crore and above, driven by rising medical costs and greater awareness. ...
01 May, 2026, 09.04 AM IST
Want higher health insurance coverage through super top-up policy? HDFC Ergo, Aditya Birla, ICICI Lombard, Niva Bupa, Care plans comparedRising healthcare costs necessitate enhanced coverage beyond base policies. Super top-up plans offer this crucial protection, acting as an ...
29 Apr, 2026, 08.33 AM IST
Should I increase my term insurance cover of Rs 75 lakh and health insurance cover of Rs 10 lakh considering inflation?ET Wealth Reader's Query: I am 38, a salaried professional earning Rs 22 lakh annually. My family includes a spouse and a 5-year-old child....
21 Apr, 2026, 02.20 PM IST
Six reasons new insurer can reject you while porting health insurance coverPeople mistakenly think that they don’t need to update their medical history during porting as it’s not a new policy, just a switch. This c...
10 Apr, 2023, 06.30 AM IST