Debt tax tweak breathes life into equity savings scheme

Post the change in debt fund taxation in March, a lesser-known hybrid fund has emerged as one of the alternatives for fixed-income investors. Illustration: Uttam Ghosh/Rediff.com Equity savings......

Smallcap pie grows as retail investor faith soars

Retail investors now own a bigger slice of smallcap companies than at the start of 2023–24 (FY24), underscoring their growing conviction about investing in this red-hot space. Illustration:......

Retirement planning, secondary sources of income rise up the priority list

Retirement planning and secondary sources of income have become key financial priorities for Indians, as they look to prepare for higher inflation, health concerns, and economic slowdown risks.......

MFs raise equity bets as valuations improve; fund houses invest Rs 55k cr

Mutual fund houses have been on an equity buying spree in the past three months as they have invested a net amount of Rs 55,000 crore in them between January and March 2023. Illustration: Dominic......