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How can you make Rs 1 crore retirement corpus from PPF investment?The PPF maturity period is 15 years, after which, you can continue your PPF account with or without contributions. PPF provides a 7.1% inte...
Have Rs 4 lakh to invest? Here’s how to balance mutual fund SIP and lumpsumInvestors face a choice between SIPs and lumpsum investments for wealth growth. Experts suggest a balanced approach, continuing SIPs for di...
Started investing in your 40s-50s? Compensate for lost years with higher savings and disciplined investingThe good thing is that you would be earning well in your 40s and 50s. Combine this with the fact that many of your other goals would have b...
Will FD investors see higher interest rates in coming months despite RBI holding repo rate?Retaining repo rates in succession was a relief for many FD investors who have been depositing for low maturity amounts for some time after...
Think your NPS saving is enough for retirement? Watch out for this common mistake that could derail your financial plansMany investors overlook their National Pension System, assuming retirement plans are on track. However, a 'set and forget' approach can lea...
FD rates set to rise? RBI repo decision may bring good news for investorsRising inflation may not force the RBI to increase the repo rate this time around, but in later MPC meetings, the likelihood of higher repo...
Want regular and reliable income in retirement? Here’s how G-Secs can help youGovernment Securities (G-Secs) offer retirees a safe, predictable income, but a G-Sec-heavy strategy alone can be eroded by inflation. Expe...
With inflation on rise, will government change interest rates of small savings schemes?The Finance Ministry is set to announce quarterly interest rates for small savings schemes on March 30, 2026. Despite rising inflation, rat...
Have interest rates on PPF, NSC, SCSS and other small savings schemes changed for April-June 2026 quarter? Check 5-year rate listInterest rates for small savings schemes like PPF and NSC remain unchanged for the April-June 2026 quarter. Deposits under Sukanya Samriddh...
EPF vs PPF vs NPS: Which retirement investment works best for you?Planning for retirement can feel overwhelming with so many options available. This guide breaks down India's three most popular retirement ...
What is the PPF interest rate for July-September quarter of FY 2023-24The finance ministry made this announcement via a circular issued on June 30, 2023. The interest rates of schemes like the 1-and 2-year pos...
Bonds vs PPF: Where should you invest?There are different types of fixed-income instruments that are available in the market. Bonds and Public Provident Funds (PPF) are two such...
Confused between PPF and ELSS mutual funds? Here are 5 factors to considerWhile the government declares the fixed interest rate offered to all PPF investors at the beginning of each financial quarter, ELSS funds a...
Can I continue to invest in PPF, Sukanya Samriddhi Yojna, mutual fund SIPs after I relocate abroad?NRIs can't invest in PPF. So far as SIPs are concerned, whether you can continue with them will depend on the particular mutual fund.
Public Provident Fund: 15 lesser known but important rulesHere are some lesser-known facts about the Public Provident Fund that can help you make a more informed investment decision.
Why PPF continues to be a hassle-free investment plan for conservative investorsPPF has been a favourite investment plan with tax savers for some time now. Interest rate on PPF for this fiscal stands at 8.7%.
8 most common tax-saving instruments to cut your tax outgoThe eight most common tax-saving instruments on the basis of returns, safety, liquidity, flexibility, taxability of income and cost of inve...