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The accounting trick used by companies to make a weak balance sheet look strongIn one recent case, a large investment sat comfortably under equity until the auditor read the shareholders' agreement, found a buyback cla...
SpaceX crypto traders are betting on a $2.2 trillion valuationCrypto traders are valuing SpaceX at $2.2 trillion, significantly higher than its IPO price of $135 per share, ahead of its trading debut. ...
Insurance CEOs’ pay now linked to claims and customer grievances: What it means for policyholdersInsurance CEOs’ remuneration will now partly depend on how well they treat policyholders, from settling claims to resolving complaints. A t...
Why Rs 1 crore term insurance cover in 2026 may not be enough for many familiesFamilies need more than ₹1 crore in term insurance. Rising expenses and loans mean a higher cover is essential. Experts suggest ₹1.5 crore ...
Health insurance company denies claim over father’s alleged alcohol history; son fights back and wins Rs 6 lakhA software engineer's father's health insurance claim was denied by HDFC ERGO due to an alleged alcohol history. The insurer repudiated the...
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...
Claim settlement and grievance redressal related performance will determine the incentives of top executives of insurance companies: IRDAIn a significant policyholder-centric move, IRDAI has linked insurance executive pay to customer-centric metrics like claim settlement and ...
Insurer denies Rs 20 lakh life insurance claim over diabetes non-disclosure; woman fights back and wins; here’s whyA Delhi woman's Rs 20 lakh life insurance claim, denied due to alleged non-disclosure of diabetes and kidney diseases, was upheld by the St...
Less than 24 hours in Hospital? Know about health insurance coverage for day care treatments, surgeries, and emergency proceduresMany policyholders believe health insurance claims require a 24-hour hospital stay. However, modern policies cover numerous treatments comp...
Insurers resist as customer comfort weighs on exec payIndian insurers are opposing new rules for executive pay. The regulator wants to link compensation to customer service, not just profits. I...
IRDAI may tighten CEO KPIs on claims, expenses and customer serviceThe IRDAI is developing a more detailed framework for performance-linked key performance indicators (KPIs) for insurance company executives...
Holding stocks is harder than finding them: 10 mid- and small-caps stocks that may be worth holding on toHolding a stock is not an act of blind faith. It is not refusing to change one’s mind. It is not averaging down because the stock has falle...
Best ways to find the right health insurance policy: A comparison of ICICI Lombard, HDFC Ergo, Care, Niva Bupa, Tata AIG policiesChoosing a health insurance policy involves more than just premium cost. This comparison of leading Indian insurers highlights key features...
Gold EGRs vs gold ETFs: Which one should yellow metal investors choose?Gold has long been a trusted store of wealth in Indian households, valued both emotionally and financially. However, owning physical gold c...
Gold prices are rising, also risks of theft. CA-banker says a Rs 1,000-Rs 5,000 yearly expense could save you lakhs. What is gold insurance?With gold prices soaring, a CA-banker urges Indians to insure their precious jewellery. He highlights three options: home insurance add-ons...
PMJJBY disbursed Rs 17,600 crore to families since launch in 2015: LICThe Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana is vital for the government's 'Insurance for All by 2047' goal. Launched in 2015, it offers lif...
Niva Bupa Health Insurance Company Q4 Results: Profit surges 67% to Rs 345 croreThe company's total income during the quarter rose to Rs 2,078 crore against Rs 1,565 crore in the year-ago period, Niva Bupa Health Insura...
Star Health aims Gross Written Premium of Rs 24,000 crore in FY27: MDStar Health aims for Rs 24,000 crore in Gross Written Premium this fiscal, up from Rs 20,400 crore last year, with plans to launch two affo...
Canara HSBC Life Insurance shares soar 10% as Q4 net profit rises 9% to Rs 35 croreCanara HSBC Life Insurance shares surged 10% after reporting a nearly 9% net profit increase to Rs 35 crore for Q4 FY26. The insurer saw a ...
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 ...