I am putting Rs 10,000 in SIP and expecting a return of 12% per annum. Is it enough as my retirement fund? 

I am putting Rs 10,000 in SIP and expecting a return of 12% per annum. Is it enough as my retirement fund? 

Query: I strongly believe in the benefits of SIP and SWP. Currently, I am investing Rs 10,000 per month and expecting a return of 12% per annum. My plan is to continue this investment for the next 20 years, with an annual increase of 10%. I am 40 years old and am considering this approach … Read more

How to build a Rs 15 crore retirement nest egg in 30 years. Follow these steps

How to build a Rs 15 crore retirement nest egg in 30 years. Follow these steps

Achieving the goal of accumulating a wealth of Rs 15 crore over 30 years may seem daunting, but with smart financial planning, disciplined saving, and the power of compounding, it’s within reach to make one’s retirement comfortable. Here is one of the ways how one can systematically work towards this financial milestone. The key to … Read more

As EPFO struggles with staff shortage, higher pension subscribers are kept waiting

As EPFO struggles with staff shortage, higher pension subscribers are kept waiting

Over 17 months and counting. That’s how long members of the Employees’ Pension Scheme (EPS) have been waiting to see the implementation of the November 2022 Supreme Court ruling on higher pension. While they still have hope, there is little clarity on when the apex court’s ruling will be implemented by the Employees’ Provident Fund … Read more

Crorepati goals: SIPs in small caps, flexi caps can help you reach Rs 2 crore at retirement. Here’s how

Crorepati goals: SIPs in small caps, flexi caps can help you reach Rs 2 crore at retirement. Here’s how

Financial stability in retirement is a common financial goal, and well-planned investments are crucial for achieving financial freedom. As we live longer, more and more people are settling in nuclear families, and the cost of living and healthcare is increasing, it’s important to prepare for a secure retirement. After retirement, regular income stops, and the … Read more

EPFO withdrawals during April-July hit Rs 30,000 cr as 8 mn dig into retirement fund

EPFO withdrawals during April-July hit Rs 30,000 cr as 8 mn dig into retirement fund

NEW DELHI: As much as Rs 30,000 crore has been withdrawn in under four months starting April by 8 million subscribers of the Employee Provident Fund Organisation. EPFO manages a corpus of Rs 10 lakh crore built on mandatory contributions from nearly 60 million salaried people and their employers. The huge outgo is likely to … Read more