They can be used as collateral for loans and can be sold or traded on stock exchanges
A key demand is to reduce the dividend distribution tax on listed firms.
Once the income has been classified as either business income or capital gains, be consistent.
BSE's, NSE's overnight liquid fund facility can help stock investors maximise returns
Financial planners also believe that retail investors should avoid the IPOs or direct stock route because it is too risky for them.
From July 1, retail investors can offer stocks through exchanges for de-listing, buyback and open offers
The proposed tax exemptions and benefits notwithstanding, these new investment instruments would still be 'revenue accretive' for the government in the form of additional taxes.
When selecting a liquid fund, stick to schemes with an AUM of above Rs 1,000 crore.
Depending on your liquidity requirement, invest in the right debt instruments.
Amid Gandhi family's attacks on Narendra Modi over the Gujarat model, the Bharatiya Janata Party on Sunday hit back by bringing out a video and a booklet on alleged land deals of Congress president Sonia Gandhi's son-in-law by terming it as 'Robert Vadra model of development'.
Sanjay Mookim, India equity strategist at Bank of America Merrill Lynch, tells Puneet Wadhwa that this is not a time for investors to dabble in relatively small and illiquid stocks.
Ajit Mishra, Vice President, Research, Religare Broking, answers readers' queries on stocks they own or want to buy.
Tax Guru Anil Rego answers your personal income tax queries.
The tax imposed on buyback of shares and employee stock options is different in case of listed and unlisted companies, says Sudipto Dey
After Urjit Patel's appointment as RBI governor-designate, the bond market witnessed a sell-off, as it became evident that there won't be any significant change in stance
Private equity investing can be rewarding, but an investor needs to be patient as exiting can be tricky and these assets do not provide instant liquidity.
Thanks to Budget 2018, seniors can invest more and also save more.
Investors with moderate risk profile and investment horizon of over three years could look at investing in balanced funds.
Such schemes try to exploit an anomaly in taxation, but aren't in violation of laws, experts say.
While riskier than debt, Sebi's stringent guidelines may ensure a safe and liquid product.
There have been demands from a section of stakeholders that the long-term capital gains tax on equities be reimposed.
'The fact that you did not receive the rent through a bank will not take away the taxability of the rent in your hands.'
Portfolio investors based out of the US and other countries with which India does not have favourable tax treaties will have to pay a 15 per cent tax on their derivative transactions, after the Budget decided to classify income from all foreign portfolio investment as capital gains.
One of the key concerns of foreign investors is how the general anti-avoidance rule would apply in case an investor is availing benefits under double taxation avoidance agreement.
Rajesh Bhayani highlights all that you need to know about the online currency.
Investors can sell shares in the open market if the price is good, to take advantage of the tax arbitrage.
Changes in threshold not to have a significant revenue impact, say officials
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With uncertainty looming large over Indian markets, retail investors can increase their exposure to US funds.
The adjustment orders for AY2012, are expected between January and March 2016.
The large current account deficit and the growing vulnerability on the external front have largely contributed towards the secular decline and the current volatility of the rupee.
'The only good thing is people will not be required to maintain their medical bills and invest time in that.'
Mahavir Chopra compares mutual funds and Ulips to help investors decide.
Under the amended treaty with Mauritius, for two years beginning April 1, 2017, capital gains tax will be imposed at 50 per cent of the prevailing domestic rate.
Systematic withdrawal plans in equity funds can spell trouble in a falling market, points out Deepesh Raghaw.
Tax department sends notices saying they are liable to pay MAT.
Dabba trades also allow investors to avoid SEBI registration requirements or the margin requirements set by exchanges.
MFs continue to find it difficult to attract and retain long-term money from investors
Rumours about a spike in taxes for equity investors are flying thick and fast.
A sensible investor who is always invested will get high returns over the long term.
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