When evaluating retirement or other long-term goals through systematic investment plans (SIPs) in equity-oriented mutual funds. It is a common practice to project a 12% annualised return when considering these investments. This projection is derived from the past performance of equity mutual funds in India, which have consistently generated annualised returns of 12% or more … Read more
A simple land investment in Mumbai made 100 years ago could have turned into a fortune today. Financial expert Rishabh Zaveri recently shared an eye-opening case study, exploring how the city’s real estate market has evolved over the past century, turning modest investments into generational wealth. In his LinkedIn post titled ‘Inflation, Time, and Real … Read more
Many individuals in their 20s have begun investing in SIP (Systematic Investment Plan) without a deep understanding of financial concepts, often influenced by social media content or advice from friends. Through conversations with friends and acquaintances, I have observed a trend of individuals across various income brackets, from those earning Rs 20,000/month to Rs 1 … Read more
In our traditional society, 60 years used to be considered the standard retirement age. However, in recent times, an increasing number of individuals are challenging this age limit by opting for early retirement. Many experts advocate for the pursuit of financial independence, known as FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early), with the goal of retiring much … Read more
With Sovereign Gold Bonds (SGBs) maturities approaching, investors should consider their options carefully. Whether to reinvest in new SGBs, explore other gold investments, or diversify into different asset classes depends on their individual financial goals and risk tolerance. Kaynat Chainwala, AVP-Commodity Research, Kotak Securities, in an interview with BT Money Today discussed the potential impact … Read more
The Ministry of Finance has notified the final Cost Inflation Index (CII) for FY25 (Assessment Year 2025-26) at 363. The ministry through the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT), issued Notification No. 44/2024-Income-Tax on May 24, 2024, detailing the Cost Inflation Index (CII) for the financial year 2024-25 i.e. Assessment Year 2025-26. The notification … Read more