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Gold in Olympics is great, but how does it look in your new-age portfolio?

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Gold in Olympics is great, but how does it look in your new-age portfolio?

While the gold might look stunning and glorious on India’s sporting history and in Neeraj’s treasure trove, we take a look into how well-suited, necessary and fitting is this traditional asset for the new-age portfolio.

Millennials and IPOs : Check out some interesting trends

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Millennials and IPOs : Check out some interesting trends

As per data from Prime Database, 28 companies have already accumulated over Rs 42,000 crore over the last seven months, and around 25 more companies are poised to launch their IPOs over the course of the year.

Explainer: All you need to know about the TLTRO scheme

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Explainer: All you need to know about the TLTRO scheme

In essence, the scheme allows banks to borrow funds from the RBI at the prevailing repo rate of 4 percent for a period of one to three years, with government securities that have an equivalent or higher tenure serving as collateral.

RBI monetary policy: Here's what the experts are saying

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RBI monetary policy: Here's what the experts are saying

While the reverse repo rate stood at 3.35 percent, the MSF (Marginal Standing Facility), which is usually pinned at 100 basis points or a percentage above the repo rate, was determined at 4.25 percent.

Ethereum's London Hard Fork upgrade: What's it all about?

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Ethereum's London Hard Fork upgrade: What's it all about?

The change, notably, is a backward-incompatible upgrade, which means that post the activation of this protocol, downloading London would be mandatory if you wish to stay connected to the Ethereum network.

Mutual Funds 101 with the Indian Men's hockey team

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Mutual Funds 101 with the Indian Men's hockey team

Back home, perhaps both the country and particularly the stock market have a lot of reasons to celebrate, from Sensex and Nifty climbing new market heights, solid IPO rallies, positive corporate results, and of course, our stellar Olympic accomplishments.

Want loan against gold? Check out SBI YONO!

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Want loan against gold? Check out SBI YONO!

Pledge your gold ornaments and coins to get money at lightning-fast speed and low, concessional interest rates, all from the comfort of your home.

Nifty crosses 16,000! Take a look at the history and important landmarks of the benchmark index

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Nifty crosses 16,000! Take a look at the history and important landmarks of the benchmark index

Experiencing an upside of 14 percent so far this year, Nifty has been on a stupendous rally, inching up 1,000 points in the last six months.

How are our millennials investing? We look at some insights

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How are our millennials investing? We look at some insights

Per Nema Chhaya Buch, an independent personal finance strategist, risk appetite when we are young is high. Hence, investing in growth-oriented, high-risk investment avenues can be afforded.

Want to make money in crypto sans trading? Here are some unorthodox ways to do it!

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Want to make money in crypto sans trading? Here are some unorthodox ways to do it!

If regular trading in cryptocurrencies is not your cup of tea, then fret not! Price surges and falls are not the only way you can make money in this volatile market! Here are some unconventional and unheard ways you can make money without the pressure of trading. Take a look.

Explained | What is e-RUPI: How India's new digital payment system works and other details

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Explained | What is e-RUPI: How India's new digital payment system works and other details

Per Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s tweet, the system will be launched today at 4:30 pm. Notably, the platform has been collaboratively developed by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), the Department of Financial Services, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, and the National Health Authority.

Money management for millennials: Here is what A. Balasubramanian’s advises

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Money management for millennials: Here is what A. Balasubramanian’s advises

Mutual fund industry veteran A. Balasubramanian, MD and CEO, Aditya Birla Sun Life AMC, shares insights from his 26 plus years of market experience to get you started on the right track.

Explainer : SEBI mandates integrated, single platform for all mutual fund services

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Explainer : SEBI mandates integrated, single platform for all mutual fund services

With this platform, requests for changes across funds managed by various RTAs could be serviced in one go, instead of separate, individual requests for each of them. All necessary documentation will be integrated and seamless, irrespective of the fund house involved, thereby reducing the time, cost and efforts involved.

What Kargil Vijay Diwas tells us about the young Indian financial spirit

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What Kargil Vijay Diwas tells us about the young Indian financial spirit

Some personal finance management lessons from Tokyo Olympics 2020

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Some personal finance management lessons from Tokyo Olympics 2020

In keeping with the spirit of international peace and well-being that this event endorses, there really is a lot to derive in terms of personal financial wellness as well. Read on to dig a little deeper

Start Today! Here are some investment mantras for all millennials starting career

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Start Today! Here are some investment mantras for all millennials starting career

There’s no denying that the last two years have been a harrowing ride, but if you’ve landed a job or are just starting out in your career, here are a few ways as to how you can manage to keep your financial health great and have a healthy start to both- your financial and professional life!

In life, money wise : What Linkin Park songs taught us over the years

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In life, money wise : What Linkin Park songs taught us over the years

An unconventional, financial ode to Bennington and his incredibly insane voice that heralded Linkin Park, the band of our childhoods.

Decoding Enforcement Directorate's stance on cryptocurrency : A long road ahead

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Decoding Enforcement Directorate's stance on cryptocurrency : A long road ahead

Per an ED official, “Since cash has crossed borders, the regulation of the land applies and one must make certain that this cash isn’t low-cost cash (low-interest loan) or soiled cash (employed for unlawful actions)”

The curious case of women acing cryptocurrency trading in India

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The curious case of women acing cryptocurrency trading in India

Per the Bitcoin Investor Study 2020 conducted by GrayScale, around 47 percent of all female investors surveyed were open to considering investing in bitcoin, a marginal rise from 43 percent in 2019.

Mid-week crypto catchup: A look at what's happening in the crypto space

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Mid-week crypto catchup: A look at what's happening in the crypto space

Global stock market indices titan S&P added another cryptocurrency broad digital market index to its existing list of indices, taking the tally of such indicators to 8. Indian legislators also delayed the discussion on the cryptocurrency bill.

All you need to know about Sovereign Gold Bonds

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All you need to know about Sovereign Gold Bonds

SGBs are simply government-backed securities in denominations of 1 gram of gold and further multiples. Consider them as a substitute for physical gold, but you will not have to incur the cost of buying, selling, and tangibly storing bars or coins.

Basant Maheshwari shares the secret of achieving financial independence before turning 40

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Basant Maheshwari shares the secret of achieving financial independence before turning 40

“I achieved it well before reaching 40. Started small, kept adding cash, and had/ have only one asset class. Being financially free requires a lot of risk-taking. It's like a T-20 game. You can’t reach your target playing forward defence,” says ace investor Basant Maheshwari.

Lessons from Football field: What the UEFA Euro finals taught us about money

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Lessons from Football field: What the UEFA Euro finals taught us about money

The match was, without a doubt, a historic goldmine of insights, both when it comes to football tactics and personal finance gems. While die-hard football lovers and enthusiasts break down the technical beauty of the game, take a look at the financial realizations from this mad, beautiful finale.

Crypto Wrap: All that transpired in the cryptocurrency space this week

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Crypto Wrap: All that transpired in the cryptocurrency space this week

Finance Minister Nirmala Seetharaman announced that the Cryptocurrency and Regulation of Official Digital Currency Bill, 2021 will be presented in parliament in the upcoming monsoon session

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