How NRIs, OCIs can get 45% annual return on $1 lakh FCNR (B) deposit as this bank in India offers 19X leverage; Should you go for it?HSBC Bank's IFSC unit offers Non-Resident Indians significant leverage on FCNR(B) deposits. This strategy allows investors to borrow up to ...
20 Jul, 2026, 04.50 PM IST
India's net FDI inflows likely to reach $15 bn in FY27India's net FDI inflows are expected to rebound to $15 billion in fiscal year 2027. This rebound will be supported by healthy gross inflows...
20 Jul, 2026, 03.35 PM IST
India vs US real estate: Transparency, legal protection, fraud risks, and what NRIs should consider before buying propertyIt is relatively easier to reliably buy or sell property in the United States, compared to the process in India, which can be fraught with ...
20 Jul, 2026, 12.07 PM IST
NRI insurance: Benefits, risks, and features of GIFT City’s dollar-denominated insurance plansMany companies—including HDFC Life International, ICICI Prudential Life, ICICI Lombard, Star Union Dai-ichi Life, IndiaFirst Life and Tata-...
20 Jul, 2026, 11.22 AM IST
FCNR(B) FD interest rates for NRIs: HDFC Bank, SBI, PNB, ICICI Bank and Axis Bank- which offers highest maturity on USD depositsGovernment support for FCNR(B) deposits until September 2026 has sparked renewed investor interest. Banks are now offering higher interest ...
16 Jul, 2026, 01.31 PM IST
I have become a foreign citizen. Can my mother make me a joint owner in her property in India?ET Wealth Reader's Query: I am a foreign citizen and an only son. My mother wants to make me the joint owner in a property that belongs to ...
08 Jul, 2026, 01.56 PM IST
FCNR(B) FD vs NRE FD: Where can NRIs earn more on $50,000 investment? Compare returns, currency risk and tax benefitsNon-resident Indians (NRIs) and overseas citizens of India (OCIs) can consider investing in FCNR(B) and NRE fixed deposits to achieve relia...
08 Jul, 2026, 01.12 PM IST
Strict KYC rules hit NRI equity investmentsInvestments by Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) in Indian stock markets are slowing, despite a rise in account openings. While global uncertaint...
04 Jul, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
'It costs Rs 1.5 lakh a month just to exist': Indian-origin man asks if Rs 4.6 lakh is enough in BengaluruAn Indian-origin man's detailed monthly budget for relocating to North Bengaluru after 15 years in the US has sparked a lively Reddit discu...
27 Jun, 2026, 08.44 AM IST
RBI sweetens FCNR deposits: NRIs can now earn up to 7% on dollar savingsFor the first time in years, the math is actually working for non-resident Indians to invest dollar savings in India.
22 Jun, 2026, 09.44 AM IST
Looking for over 17% return from FCNR deposit through leverage? Check pitfalls before getting luredThe Indian government's decision to cover hedging costs for FCNR(B) deposits until September 2026 has enabled banks to offer higher interes...
19 Jun, 2026, 05.44 PM IST
NRE vs NRO income tax rules: How these NRIs, OCIs can save up to Rs 20,500 on $10,000 FD investmentNRIs can significantly reduce tax on NRE deposits in India, as this income is tax-exempt. While NRO account interest is taxable in India, N...
19 Jun, 2026, 05.41 PM IST
NRE vs NRO: One account can make your interest tax-free, the other can attract over 30% TDSNRIs and OCIs can use NRE accounts for overseas income and NRO accounts for India-sourced income, but tax treatment differs sharply. NRE in...
19 Jun, 2026, 03.44 PM IST
Foreign investors may bet big on Indian stocks after regulatory clarity emergesIndia has opened its stock markets to direct investment by foreign individuals, aiming to broaden capital sources beyond FPIs. While a long...
17 Jun, 2026, 05.29 AM IST
RBI opens listed Indian equities for foreign investorsThe Reserve Bank of India has opened direct equity investment in listed firms to all foreign individuals, expanding beyond NRIs and OCIs. T...
16 Jun, 2026, 11.14 AM IST
RBI eases investment rules for NRIs, OCIs; permits designated repatriable rupee accountsThe Reserve Bank of India has updated investment rules for Non-Resident Indians and Overseas Citizens of India. Individuals residing outsid...
16 Jun, 2026, 07.00 AM IST
SBI revises FCNR(B) interest rates up to 5.75%: NRIs, OCIs & POIs can earn more on these depositsFCNR(B) interest rates: The Reserve Bank of India's announcement to bear hedging costs for FCNR(B) deposits has prompted SBI to revise its ...
15 Jun, 2026, 04.24 PM IST