Prices climb, but low loan rates keep homes affordableSix out of eight major cities within affordability threshold in the first half of 2026; stable employment and income help sustain demand.
04 Jul, 2026, 12.46 AM IST
Home affordability holds firm despite rising prices: Knight FrankHomebuyer affordability remains strong across most Indian cities in early 2026, with lower borrowing costs offsetting rising property price...
03 Jul, 2026, 02.00 PM IST
Muthoot Finance, Manappuram Finance, other stocks rise up to 5% as gold prices hit Rs 1.48 lakh/10 gramsGold prices surged past Rs 1.48 lakh per 10 grams on Friday, propelling shares of gold financiers like Muthoot Finance and Manappuram Finan...
03 Jul, 2026, 11.21 AM IST
Icra downgrades Utkarsh SFB debt ratings on weak asset quality, earningsIcra downgraded Utkarsh Small Finance Bank's debt ratings, citing elevated bad loans, weak earnings and rising stress in its microfinance p...
03 Jul, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
New EPFO rules mandate 3-day PF settlements, simplify withdrawalsGovernment revamps EPFO rules, mandating PF claim settlements within three days and imposing a 12% penal interest on officials for delays. ...
03 Jul, 2026, 12.54 AM IST
These mid-cap stocks with ‘Strong Buy’ & ‘Buy’ recos can rally over 25%, according to analystsGiven the state of the market these days, it would be wise to be selective. Not only in terms of stocks, but also in terms of sectors. For ...
02 Jul, 2026, 06.13 PM IST
Corporate loans outpace retailCorporate sector borrowing from banks is accelerating past individual loans, driven by companies seeking cost savings as corporate bond yie...
02 Jul, 2026, 01.46 AM IST
Mortgage refinance rates today: Check current mortgage interest rates for 30-year, 20-year, 15-year, 10-yearMortgage interest rates today: It averaged 6.49 per cent last week. Spending on multi-family housing units, which account for a small share...
01 Jul, 2026, 09.28 PM IST
Rs 1.5 crore home purchase, Rs 25 lakh income: Smart move or costly mistake? Man shares why it backfired in just one year. 3 lessons to learnA Reddit user's post about regretting the purchase of a ₹1.5 crore apartment has sparked a wider discussion on home affordability and finan...
01 Jul, 2026, 05.28 PM IST
Microfinance Institutions' AUM projected to grow 20% in FY27: CrisilMicrofinance institutions are poised for significant growth, with assets under management expected to surge by 20% in FY27. This accelerati...
01 Jul, 2026, 05.02 PM IST
These 7 private and public banking stocks have an upside of up to 24% in one year, according to analystsAt the end of the day, both private and PSU banks are equally impacted by what goes on in the economy. If they are behaving differently in ...
01 Jul, 2026, 04.49 PM IST
Fintechs capture 57% share of small personal loans as stress mounts: RBI reportFintech lenders now dominate India's small personal loan market, holding over half of loans under Rs 50,000 by March 2026. This rapid expan...
30 Jun, 2026, 07.33 PM IST
These large-caps have ‘strong buy’ & ‘buy’ recos and an upside potential of up to 24%Any long-term investor knows that corrections are part of every bull run. But it is important that they be aware whether the correction is ...
30 Jun, 2026, 09.48 AM IST
Buying a Rs 50 lakh home? Your home loan could cost Rs 83 lakh. Bengaluru CA shares a simple financial strategy to beat the interestA Bengaluru chartered accountant revealed the substantial long-term cost of home loan interest, which can double a property's price. She ad...
30 Jun, 2026, 07.58 AM IST
Can a mutual fund SWP pay your home loan EMIs? 15 years of data says think againMost investors struggle as they watch their portfolio shrink while EMI obligations remain fixed. The temptation to stop the SWP or redeem t...
29 Jun, 2026, 11.33 AM IST
CA explains how one simple home loan trick can save you lakhs and cut years off your loanA simple annual habit can dramatically cut home loan costs. By paying just one extra EMI each year, a borrower named Vishal saved approxima...
27 Jun, 2026, 10.23 AM IST
Taking a second loan for home loan repayment? Claim tax deduction on both under old tax regime for Tax Year 2026-2027Homeowners can now potentially claim tax deductions on interest paid for both their original home loan and a subsequent loan taken to repay...
26 Jun, 2026, 10.58 AM IST