COVER STORY
It’s human nature to get tempted by the fantastic returns from the stock market and ride the wave. But it is in these times that one needs to exercise caution. Short-term investors or individual traders often lose out in such times
01 October 2024
Will Tax Reforms Benefit You?
The government is working on reforming the existing Income-tax Act, 1961. The impending reforms have raised many questions in the minds of taxpayers. Will the old regime and deductions be done away with? Will it really simplify your life? What’s the need for these reforms? We try to answer these and other questions regarding tax reforms
Indian-American investor Mohnish Pabrai draws heavily from Warren Buffett’s investing philosophy, but he uses real-world scenarios, such as the Patel community’s business in the US to make his investment principles appeal to a wider audience. We get into the details of Pabrai’s investing philosophy to break it down for you
With Indian markets at an all-time high after dithering slightly post the general elections earlier this year, it is interesting to find out how long will the bulls keep running. Shankar Sharma, founder of GQuant, shares with Nidhi Sinha, editor, Outlook Money, as part of the Wealth Wizards series, why being called the ‘Big Bear’ of the Dalal Street is a cliché, that we are not going into a bear market anytime soon and what his investment mantra is
The Union Budget 2024-25 brought some changes in taxation with regards to certain categories of mutual funds. Here’s how your taxation will be affected after the change
Choosing a financial planner is not as easy as it may seem. Besides the right credentials, you should also consider things like the kind of services you will be needing—tax advisory, estate planning—as well as the fee structure. Here are five questions that will help you choose the right planner
In India, capital gains tax is charged on profits made on the sale of assets, such as stocks, bonds, real estate and other investments. The Income-tax Act, 1961 provides many options to offset this capital gains tax liability by way of tax loss harvesting, carrying forward of losses, or by investing in specific bonds or in real estate through purchase or construction within few years of the sale of the property.
The government has announced the Unified Pension Scheme for central government employees, who will get a one-time option to switch to it. We help you decode which one you should choose between UPS and NPS
Most investors get into a theme when it is giving good returns, as they don’t want to miss out on the rally. However, the key is to have a contrarian approach
The government is working on reforming the existing Income-tax Act, 1961. The impending reforms have raised many questions in the minds of taxpayers. Will the old regime and deductions be done away with? Will it really simplify your life? What’s the need for these reforms? We try to answer these and other questions regarding tax reforms
Indian-American investor Mohnish Pabrai draws heavily from Warren Buffett’s investing philosophy, but he uses real-world scenarios, such as the Patel community’s business in the US to make his investment principles appeal to a wider audience. We get into the details of Pabrai’s investing philosophy to break it down for you
With Indian markets at an all-time high after dithering slightly post the general elections earlier this year, it is interesting to find out how long will the bulls keep running. Shankar Sharma, founder of GQuant, shares with Nidhi Sinha, editor, Outlook Money, as part of the Wealth Wizards series, why being called the ‘Big Bear’ of the Dalal Street is a cliché, that we are not going into a bear market anytime soon and what his investment mantra is
The Union Budget 2024-25 brought some changes in taxation with regards to certain categories of mutual funds. Here’s how your taxation will be affected after the change
A review of ABSL Balanced Advantage Fund
Choosing a financial planner is not as easy as it may seem. Besides the right credentials, you should also consider things like the kind of services you will be needing—tax advisory, estate planning—as well as the fee structure. Here are five questions that will help you choose the right planner
In India, capital gains tax is charged on profits made on the sale of assets, such as stocks, bonds, real estate and other investments. The Income-tax Act, 1961 provides many options to offset this capital gains tax liability by way of tax loss harvesting, carrying forward of losses, or by investing in specific bonds or in real estate through purchase or construction within few years of the sale of the property.
The government has announced the Unified Pension Scheme for central government employees, who will get a one-time option to switch to it. We help you decode which one you should choose between UPS and NPS
Most investors get into a theme when it is giving good returns, as they don’t want to miss out on the rally. However, the key is to have a contrarian approach
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Sub-limits in health insurance are restrictions placed by the insurance company on the maximum amount they will pay for specific expenses that are part of the total hospital bill. The balance has to be paid by the insured person. The insurers’ purpose is to prevent excessive spending by capping the reimbursement amount for certain expenses. Let’s learn about its other aspects.
World Investor Week 2024 is not just a celebration—it’s a call to action for investors across India to engage, educate, and empower themselves.
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For investors seeking to create long-term wealth, SIPs are a powerful tool that enables regular, disciplined investments to generate compounding returns.
Thematic funds target high-growth opportunities in various industries and economic sectors, allowing investors to participate in future-focused segments to generate long-term returns.
Just as you track the calories and nutrients for a well-balanced diet, you need a balanced portfolio that has multiple assets to balance the risks and returns.
Mutual funds allow you to invest in small amounts and seize the compounding growth, and experts help tackle volatility and asset allocation, making them a potent tool to create wealth.
Just as you track the calories and nutrients for a well-balanced diet, you need a balanced portfolio that has multiple assets to balance the risks and returns.
The journey to financial success is continuous, requiring patience, education, and disciplined decision-making.
