Don't let panic ruin your wealth. Avoiding these mistakes can save you from HUGE losses, says Ramalingam Kalirajan
Most investment costs are bundled in with the financial product, and are often hidden in fine print, warns Erik Hon.
The Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) has undergone a significant transformation, evolving from hit-and-run attacks to carrying out sophisticated operations with tactical precision. The group's tactics and targets have become increasingly audacious, targeting security forces, Chinese nationals, and innocent civilians. Experts attribute the BLA's evolution to various factors, including the leadership of Bashir Zeb, the group's growing intelligence network, and its exploitation of the grievances of the Baloch people. The BLA's actions are a cause for concern, as the group's sophisticated attacks pose a major challenge to security forces.
'As we navigate uncertain waters, a conservative approach to largecap investing could provide a strategic advantage.'
On its 177th anniversary, Utkarsh Mishra explores the history and relevance of The Communist Manifesto.
The wealth of India's richest 1 per cent increased by over Rs 20.9 lakh crore during 2017.
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'A rigid or overly broad interpretation could lead to a chilling effect on investments and growth in sectors traditionally driven by private initiative.' 'Entrepreneurs may fear that their assets could be arbitrarily appropriated by the State under the guise of serving the 'common good' without sufficient legal safeguards.' 'The judgment thus supports a more nuanced view, one that balances individual property rights with public welfare objectives.'
'The barbell strategy says that the best way to strike a balance between risk and reward is to invest at the extremes of the risk spectrum.'
Globally, just 8 billionaires have same amount of wealth as the poorest 50% of the world population.
rediffGURU Ramalingam Kalirajan answers your personal finance queries.
Systematic Withdrawal Plan, or SWP, can help you achieve your financial goals. Ramalingam Kalirajan's step-by-step guide on how to effectively use an SWP.
oans help you achieve your financial goals, even if you do not have 100 per cent of the funds needed for it immediately.
rediffGURU Ramalingam Kalirajan answers your personal finance queries.
The BSE Realty Index is on a downhill journey.
The government is nudging LIC to tweak its product strategy to maximise profitability in a bid to help the country's largest insurer realise its full growth potential and yield better returns for investors, an official said. Life Insurance Corporation (LIC) has been trading below the issue price of Rs 949 a share ever since it got listed on stock exchanges on May 17. It listed at Rs 872 apiece on NSE. On Tuesday, the scrip settled at Rs 595.50, down 0.72 per cent over the previous close.
The migration of domestically developed intellectual property to foreign corporations within India reflects an anomaly in the demand pattern of the country's job market, points out Kanika Datta.
'Then select those that are well-aligned with your risk-return profile and investment time horizon.'
Be a disciplined investor for attractive returns, says fund managers.
The good news is investors can make 5 to 6 switches during a year among funds depending on the insurance companies without incurring any costs.
While Ambani, 66, drew nil salary from the company since the 2020-21 fiscal year, other executive directors including his cousins Nikhil and Hital are paid a salary, perquisites, allowances and commission. His three children - twins Akash and Isha (both 31) and Anant (28 years) - will get only a sitting fee and a commission on the profit earned by the firm.
Risk is difficult to evaluate, warns Harsh Roongta.
Your insurance policy is just not for saving tax. The bonus that accrues on your policy can also help you maximise your wealth.
Want to advice high net worth individuals on how they can maximise their wealth? Here's a talent development programme that envisions making private bankers with highest standards of excellence and performance.
For a working couple, an efficient tax plan can be achieved by jointly making use of their dual income to invest, and the income tax rules to their advantage. Here are six smart tips from Investment Yogi, to help couples save more and maximise wealth.
Offshore Investing involves investing money in investment avenues in a foreign country rather than your home country. This is done through targeting benefits offered to investors by firms and governments across the globe.
Dr Sanjiv Mehta draws some interesting parallels between cricket and financial planning to help readers save money and create wealth.
'On one side you have the farmers of India and on the other side are few corporate families.' 'Unfortunately, those holding the levers of power today are more sympathetic towards these corporate families and helping them benefit at the cost of poor farmers.'
'Stick to the known quality names, avoid short term thinking and don't be in a hurry to book profits on your winners.'
At the outset, decide whether you want to be a trader or an investor, suggest Sarbajeet K Sen and Sanjay Kumar Singh.
Facebook is fast learning the limits of tech exceptionalism.
'The regime -- and particularly the home ministry under Amit Shah -- have sought to suppress and destroy these struggles through intimidation, bullying, threats, through false cases, arrests, custodial torture, the use of draconian laws like the UAPA.'
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) announced new rules for credit cards, applicable from July 1. "These directions cover the general and conduct regulations relating to credit, debit and co-branded cards which shall be read along with prudential, payment and technology & cyber security related directions applicable to credit, debit and co-branded cards, as issued by the Reserve Bank," the circular by RBI said. Business Standard culled out key rules from the list, and asked financial experts for advice on them, along with the thumb rules one needs to follow while using credit cards.
Tax-saving investments should not be made with the sole purpose of saving tax, but should also help an individual grow his wealth, suggests Archit Gupta, founder and CEO, ClearTax.
If you love what you do, wealth, power and fame will automatically follow.
They have everything they wanted as a teenager - only they seem to have got it all 50 years later, says ad guru Sandeep Goyal.
United Spirits had a tough time in recent past due to management related issues. Going ahead, corporate governance is a big challenge, say experts.
While planning for retirement, the key is to let your money be idle, says Amar Pandit.
Assume the worst regarding how long your unemployment could last and make conserving cash your topmost priority, suggests Sanjay Kumar Singh.
In India, it is not easy to fight it out with the large banks which are nimble-footed and technology-savvy and are continuously innovating on the retail turf with newer products for customer acquisition.
