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Petrol, diesel prices today (March 13): Will global oil tensions push fuel rates higher? Check latest city prices

BUSINESS

Petrol, diesel prices today (March 13): Will global oil tensions push fuel rates higher? Check latest city prices

Petrol and diesel prices remain steady across major cities despite volatility in global crude oil markets.

SIP stoppages climb as market volatility rises; here's why staying invested matters

BUSINESS

SIP stoppages climb as market volatility rises; here's why staying invested matters

Falling markets can actually benefit SIP investors as rupee cost averaging helps lower purchase costs over time

Gen Z guide: 10 things to do before buying your first stock

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Gen Z guide: 10 things to do before buying your first stock

First-time investors should build financial stability, clear debt, and understand stocks before making their first equity investment.

Petrol, diesel prices steady across major cities despite global crude oil volatility

BUSINESS

Petrol, diesel prices steady across major cities despite global crude oil volatility

Petrol and diesel prices remain steady across major cities despite volatility in global crude oil markets.

5 mutual fund ratios investors need to know before chasing returns

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5 mutual fund ratios investors need to know before chasing returns

Understanding key mutual fund ratios such as beta, alpha and Sharpe ratio can help investors evaluate risks beyond returns

Petrol, diesel price today: Fuel rates unchanged as crude stays above $100; check latest prices on March 11

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Petrol, diesel price today: Fuel rates unchanged as crude stays above $100; check latest prices on March 11

Check the latest petrol and diesel prices in major cities and key factors influencing fuel rates in India.

SIP vs STP vs SWP: How are these mutual fund strategies different and which is the best for you?

BUSINESS

SIP vs STP vs SWP: How are these mutual fund strategies different and which is the best for you?

Understanding the difference between SIP, STP and SWP is important because each method addresses a different investment need

Equity mutual fund inflows rise 8% MoM to Rs 25,978 crore in February: AMFI data

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Equity mutual fund inflows rise 8% MoM to Rs 25,978 crore in February: AMFI data

Equity mutual fund inflows rose in February even as overall industry flows moderated from January levels.

Oil shock, market slide: Why investors shouldn’t panic during corrections

BUSINESS

Oil shock, market slide: Why investors shouldn’t panic during corrections

Sharp market falls often trigger panic but data shows drawdowns are a normal part of equity cycles

Petrol, diesel price today: Crude crosses $100 - have fuel rates changed? Check city-wise prices on March 10

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Petrol, diesel price today: Crude crosses $100 - have fuel rates changed? Check city-wise prices on March 10

Check the latest petrol and diesel prices across major Indian cities, with daily fuel rate updates and key factors influencing retail prices.

Crude nears $120; should you invest in energy-focused mutual funds?

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Crude nears $120; should you invest in energy-focused mutual funds?

Crude above $100 has revived interest in energy funds but experts warn against chasing sectoral rallies

Market sees biggest fall in 11 months, crashes over 2%; what should SIP investors do?

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Market sees biggest fall in 11 months, crashes over 2%; what should SIP investors do?

Market correction may tempt investors to pause SIPs but experts say volatility is when SIPs work best.

Petrol above Rs 100 in most metros: Check latest fuel prices

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Petrol above Rs 100 in most metros: Check latest fuel prices

Check the latest petrol and diesel prices across major Indian cities, with daily fuel rate updates and key factors influencing retail prices.

Women want to own homes but loans remain harder to access

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Women want to own homes but loans remain harder to access

Despite growing financial independence, Indian women face hurdles in securing home loans compared with men.

More women take charge of health insurance but still have some distance to go

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More women take charge of health insurance but still have some distance to go

More Indian women are buying health insurance independently but questions around adequate coverage and policy selection remain

US-Iran tensions: Sectoral investors may consider avoiding current market volatility

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US-Iran tensions: Sectoral investors may consider avoiding current market volatility

Market rebound offers relief, but sectors linked to crude prices, leverage and global trade may remain vulnerable.

Petrol, diesel prices today: Check latest fuel rates in major cities

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Petrol, diesel prices today: Check latest fuel rates in major cities

Check the latest petrol and diesel prices across major Indian cities, with daily fuel rate updates and key factors influencing retail prices.

Which sectors may gain and where investors can find safety amid Iran Israel crisis

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Which sectors may gain and where investors can find safety amid Iran Israel crisis

As volatility rises energy, defence, gold and pharma emerge as tactical sectoral plays.

2-6-10 rule vs reality: How should you plan EMIs instead?

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2-6-10 rule vs reality: How should you plan EMIs instead?

Why the popular 2-6-10 EMI rule may not reflect today’s financial realities

Sensex falls over 1,200 points on Iran-Israel war; should SIP investors hit pause or stay invested?

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Sensex falls over 1,200 points on Iran-Israel war; should SIP investors hit pause or stay invested?

For millions of retail investors, the market mayhem has triggered a familiar anxiety

Which IndiGo credit card should you pick?

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Which IndiGo credit card should you pick?

Axis Bank’s entry intensifies IndiGo card competition, pushing travellers to reassess fees, BluChip rewards, and real travel value.

HDFC Bank raises spend threshold for Infinia card continuity

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HDFC Bank raises spend threshold for Infinia card continuity

HDFC Bank brings new continuity criteria links benefits to higher spends and relationship value.

Tech funds in freefall after IT rout - here's why diversified funds emerge as the real winners

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Tech funds in freefall after IT rout - here's why diversified funds emerge as the real winners

IT and sector fund crashes expose risks, showing why diversified and flexi-cap portfolios are safer long-term bets.

The hidden gap in index funds that can cost you thousands

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The hidden gap in index funds that can cost you thousands

Even index funds tracking the same benchmark show return gaps. Here’s how tracking error shapes outcomes.

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