Goal protection matters: Why Waiver of Premium deserves more attentionFinancial plans often falter not due to lack of planning, but because they don't account for life's uncertainties. The Waiver of Premium fe...
29 May, 2026, 06.31 PM IST
Should senior citizens continue investing in equity mutual funds after retirement? Expert explainsA 60-year-old retiree sought guidance on whether she should continue investing in equity mutual funds after retirement. Experts say senior ...
29 May, 2026, 03.51 PM IST
Can Rs 1.5 crore retirement savings give you Rs 1 lakh monthly income for 20 years? Here’s the mathWith a Rs 1.5 crore retirement corpus earning 6%, withdrawing Rs 1 lakh monthly can last about 22 years, leaving little balance. Slightly h...
20 May, 2026, 01.07 PM IST
Need over ₹2 crore for foreign education? From scholarships to SIPs - know the smart ways parents can plan for expensive foreign degreesThe escalating cost of foreign education, often underestimated by Indian parents, necessitates early financial planning. Beyond tuition, ac...
14 May, 2026, 05.28 PM IST
India losing investor attention to Asia’s AI-electronics surge, says DBS economistGlobal capital is shifting towards electronics and AI in Asia. India's foreign direct investment slowdown is not a major concern. Asia's ex...
14 May, 2026, 08.09 AM IST
Can Rs 10 lakh in post office FD and Rs 10,000/month in RD build Rs 1 crore retirement corpus in 20 years?Interest rates may vary. If we talk about the post office, it offers a 6.7% interest rate on its RD, while its rate for the 5-year FD is 7....
09 May, 2026, 02.28 PM IST
Resilient, not shock-free: India charts path through war jittersIndia's economy faces challenges from the West Asia conflict. Rising oil prices and trade disruptions are impacting India. However, strong ...
06 May, 2026, 12.36 PM IST
Targeting 14% CAGR with mutual funds? Here’s how to fix your portfolio & boost outcomesA 33-year-old investor's ambitious 14% CAGR target with mutual funds was deemed unrealistic by a financial planner. The expert advised alig...
29 Apr, 2026, 11.08 AM IST
Akshaya Tritiya Meets Smart Investing: The Rise of Digital GoldAkshaya Tritiya, a day for prosperity, now embraces digital gold. This modern investment allows easy online gold purchases, offering conven...
18 Apr, 2026, 07.33 PM IST
Gold ETFs deliver up to 61% returns since last Akshaya Tritiya. Should you hold or book profits after the rally?Gold ETFs have rallied up to 61% since last Akshaya Tritiya, driven by geopolitical tensions, central bank buying, and safe-haven demand. E...
17 Apr, 2026, 12.11 PM IST
Rs 2 crore retirement corpus in 20 years: How to grow your money safely despite inflation & market risksBuilding a Rs 2-crore retirement corpus requires a strategic approach to combat inflation and market volatility. Experts recommend a system...
15 Apr, 2026, 05.48 PM IST
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...
07 Apr, 2026, 12.54 PM IST
Oil spikes, markets swoon. Now what? A disciplined approach to the West Asia crisisGeopolitical shocks like the West Asian conflict can unsettle markets, but history shows resilience. For India, managing oil price spikes a...
28 Mar, 2026, 11.17 AM IST
Rs 10 lakhs in hand for investment, man questions how to beat inflation? He debates the safest option: mutual funds or goldA man’s query about investing Rs 10 lakh for his grandparents has sparked an online discussion on how to balance safety and returns in the ...
25 Mar, 2026, 09.43 PM IST
Are SIP top-ups a smart way to build wealth over time?As incomes rise, wealth advisors suggest increasing Systematic Investment Plan (SIP) allocations. A Top-up SIP facility allows automatic, p...
25 Feb, 2026, 06.32 AM IST
CA tells how your Rs 18,000 step up SIP can create Rs 2 crore corpus at just 10% returnThe CA writes a Rs 18,000 monthly step-up SIP, increasing by 6% annually for 20 years with a 10% return, can build a Rs 2 crore retirement ...
20 Jan, 2026, 10.51 AM IST
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01 Sep, 2017, 04.57 PM IST