NPS Swasthya: A cushion, not fill-in, for health coverCan the NPS Swasthya scheme be an effective substitute for a comprehensive health insurance plan that covers hospitalisation and related ex...
06 May, 2026, 04.12 PM IST
25 equity MFs deliver over 25% in April; Nippon India Taiwan Equity Fund tops list. Will momentum continue in May?Equity mutual funds saw strong performance in April 2026. Nearly 25 funds delivered over 25% returns, led by sectoral and thematic options....
01 May, 2026, 11.07 AM IST
Buckeye Trust ruling: How a single clause drafted without sufficient precision in trust deeds can trigger tax risk and derail estate planningWhether in trust deeds, corporate agreements or commercial contracts, even a single clause drafted without sufficient precision can signifi...
13 Apr, 2026, 06.30 AM IST
Home equity often ignored in retirement planning, but it could boost income and savingsMany retirees have most of their wealth in their homes. Experts say this housing value is often ignored in retirement planning. Using home ...
08 Apr, 2026, 02.11 AM IST
More money back: New deductions drive surge in tax refunds across the USUS tax refunds surge in 2026, confirmed by Internal Revenue Service data. Average refunds jump nearly 11% year-over-year nationwide. Millio...
03 Apr, 2026, 05.40 PM IST
Planning to shift to new tax regime and say bye to ELSS funds? Think againMany mutual fund investors used to start with ELSS funds and after they experience the volatility and high returns associated with the equi...
14 Feb, 2023, 11.19 AM IST
HDFC Mutual Fund’s new fund to help new investors with asset allocationInvestors moving money from fixed deposits to equity mutual funds looking for a simple product that takes care of their asset allocation ca...
22 Apr, 2021, 09.06 AM IST
Have you finished your tax-saving investments for last FY?The extended deadline to make tax saving investments is July 31. That means you hardly have a few working days to finalise and make your in...
25 Jun, 2020, 02.28 PM IST
- Muthoot Fincorp, Manappuram NCDs don’t look very attractive, say experts
Financial planners believe there are better options available in secondary market to scout for.
03 Oct, 2019, 10.44 AM IST
How to create a mutual fund portfolio for my retirement?If you have any mutual fund queries, message on ET Mutual Funds on Facebook. We will get it answered by our panel of experts.
29 May, 2019, 04.20 PM IST
Mutual funds re-categorisation: Don’t redeem in panicIn October last year, Sebi had asked all fund houses to align their schemes under a broad framework that the regulator put in place.
14 May, 2018, 09.41 AM IST
Can you draw a regular income from balanced schemes?Some financial planners are recommending a handful of equity-oriented balanced schemes with regular dividend paying record to investors.
09 Mar, 2017, 01.24 PM IST
Child-care mutual fund schemes losing sheenAssets under management (AUM) of child-care plans offered by seven fund houses have remained stagnant at around.Rs 5,000 crore from the sta...
24 Jul, 2015, 03.11 AM IST
Why salaried taxpayers end up paying more tax than they shouldIf you had to make do with a box of chocolate, perhaps it was because of poor tax planning.
23 Feb, 2015, 09.12 AM IST
- Can your tax savings buy a Valentine gift?
Besides Sec 80C, there are other ways to save tax as well. A home loan is a very effective tax saving tool.
11 Feb, 2015, 11.31 PM IST
- Seven things you should look for in a financial planner
Recently, a new breed of professionals has emerged who are making financial plans for everyone and are not restricting themselves to invest...
09 Jun, 2011, 05.16 AM IST
- Furnish correct info while filing tax returns
Your date with the taxman is under a week away. You have to file your income tax returns by July 31 if you do not want to come under the IT...
27 Jul, 2010, 10.08 AM IST