With the introduction of 10 per cent tax both on long-term capital gains and on dividend, choose funds based on investment horizon and risk appetite, not on tax advantage, experts tell Sanjay Kumar Singh.
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With two top exits and uncertainty on growth strategy, Jubilant is likely to remain under pressure
For the wealthy, post-tax returns of debt funds would work out better
According to experts, due to reduction in withholding tax, FIIs' investment in corporate bonds will pick up.
RCap had proprietary investment book of Rs 2,000 crore (Rs 20 billion) as on end-March and owns stake in a host of companies.
Besides Budget, markets will be driven by global events and the outcome of assembly elections.
FIIs accumulated India's top-listed companies at an average valuation of around 16 times.
On Wednesday, FIIs sold shares worth Rs 1,573 crore.
Market experts believe the retreat is because of uncertainty.
Monday's steep fall turned Sensex's yearly returns to - 2.57%, but only two large-cap funds did worse.
The financial and commodity markets will continue to roil, as China's growth moderates and readjustments are made.
The turmoil on the Street and a continued fall of the rupee may affect growth stocks, pushing equity investors back to the relative safety of defensive counters, or forcing them to flee markets, or both.
Import in the first nine months of the current calendar year fell 20 per cent to 525 tonnes from 658 tonnes in the year-ago period.
Though the developments are positive, analysts say the benefits will accrue only in the long run
Be it consumer products, lifestyle or entertainment, spiritual gurus are stepping into business and are finding success
The Olympic silver medalist could charge between Rs 75 lakhs and Rs 1 crore per endorsement.
A bronze medal in wrestling gets brands talking about a potential endorser joining the ranks of past Olympics stars from India, Abhinav Bindra and Vijender Singh
Infrastructure stocks are once again gaining traction.
The 55-year-old executive takes over on August 1.
Sensex gains 2.4%, Nifty crosses 7,000; investors feel exit polls have vindicated their stand
Sensex is now as expensive as in early 2008
Five stocks - Havells, NCC, Suzlon, Blue Star and Crompton Greaves look most attractive after the recent course correction.
Select companies in infra, capital goods, private banks, auto, oil & gas, and mining could be considered by investors.
Row also provides an opportunity for key competitor ITC (Yippee noodles) to step up market share in the prepared dishes segment
More than a decade after it entered the market, Naukri.com, Info Edge (India) Ltd's recruitment services portal, has about 50,000 customers and about 120,000 job listings.
FIIs are looking at the long-term story and initiatives of Indian pharma companies to transform themselves into global entities.
Experts say lending rates won't come down significantly,as banks are grappling with NPAs
Tata Steel's domestic operations have been its cash cow.
The insurance sector is seeking clarity on the 'Indian management control' clause.
Strong passenger growth will help domestic airlines improve their top line and margins.
Based on this screening, the committee may weed out applications that do not meet the eligibility yardstick or the 'fit and proper' criteria for securing a licence.
According to analysts, winning back consumers' trust in instant noodles won't be easy for any player.
The RBI has agreed to consider the application of India Post in consultation with the government.
Three fund managers share their views and state where they are looking for value.
While there's tax arbitrage advantage in ULIPs now, experts say investors should prefer mutual funds for long-term savings.
The BSE Mid-Cap index was currently up 0.83%. The BSE Small-Cap index was currently up 0.8%.
Experts expect the trend to continue in the near term.
After demonetisation, sharp fall in PE valuation offers an attractive entry point into some quality names and these 3 FMCG companies are expected to see the fastest growth in earnings with at least 15 per cent upside potential
But trading through the route still a minuscule portion of total turnover
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