Buying Silver On Dhanteras? Here's How To Check Purity And Verify The Hallmark
Silver items can vary in purity even when they look alike. Hallmarks and HUID verification can help buyers check the metal's stated quality
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Electronic Gold Receipts Clock Rs 96 Crore Turnover On NSE Since Launch – Can They Challenge Gold ETFs?
EGRs offer investors an alternative route to gold investment, but how do they compare with Gold ETFs? Read on to understand the differences in costs, liquidity and physical delivery
NSE Market Pulse: Equity F&O Volumes Drop 30% as Traders Pivot to Crude and Electricity Futures
The report showed that during Q2FY27, the average daily turnover (ADT) for equity futures declined by 19 per cent quarter-on-quarter, while equity options ADT plunged by 25 per cent
India’s housing launches rose 32 per cent year-on-year to 69,718 units in Q3 2026, while demand grew 7%, highlighting uneven growth across major cities
Is Your Forgotten Bank Account A Fraud Risk? What SBI's Dormant Account Crackdown Means for You
Dormant accounts become security threats because their established history allows unauthorised transactions to bypass automated fraud detection filters, and attackers exploit the legitimate owner’s lack of monitoring to hijack these accounts, using them to hide and route illicit funds.
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Following the announcement, banking stocks experienced a sharp and immediate sell off. On September 24, certain bank stocks witnessed intense pressure including five major private banks
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LTCG tax is levied on eligible profits, while STT applies to taxable market transactions, even when trades result in losses. Read on to understand how both taxes affect your returns and which investors bear a bigger burden
An association of general insurance agents says higher hospital bills and motor repair estimates are adding to insurers’ claims costs. It wants regulators to address these costs alongside proposed limits on management expenses
Notably, Section 54 and Section 54F of the Income Tax Act, 1961 allow taxpayers to claim exemptions on capital gains when the sale proceeds are invested in a new residential property
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Just A Brick In The Wall: Can Irdai’s New Proposals Make Insurance Better For Policyholders?
Irdai’s latest proposals aim to curb insurance mis-selling, cap commissions and improve transparency. Outlook Money examines what they could mean for premiums, policyholders and claims.
How To Navigate The Festive Discount Rush: Spot The Deals, Avoid The Traps
Festive shopping is more than just scouting for the best deals. It’s also a test of skills to avoid binge shopping. Do the math right, as well as stay ahead of scammers waiting to entrap you with fake deals and discounts
Steer Past The Art Of Auto Upsell: What Car Buyers Should Know
Car sales during the festive season come with bundled offers and discounts. But not all are worth the money. Here’s why you should do your diligence
Dissect The Discounts: Should You Buy A Home Now?
Festive home offers can look tempting, but the real cost goes beyond the discount. The October issue of Outlook Money helps you assess affordability, payment plans, hidden costs and more.
The Insurance You Didn’t Mean To Buy: Beware Of Hidden Cover At Checkout
Embedded insurance can close protection gaps, but hurried festive checkouts, pre-selected options and hidden exclusions may leave consumers paying for cover they barely understand
The proposed revision could raise dearness relief from 60 per cent to 63 per cent, with pensioners awaiting official confirmation and payment of arrears
