Eight global investment destinations for Indian real estate investors
The most important reason for investments continues to be capital appreciation, followed by more immediate rental returns that help offset costs of maintaining these properties.
Yellen hawkish, but dovish US data suggests no threat to FII flows to India
While Fed projections signal a further rate increase this year, markets aren’t quite pricing this in. At home, our view is that the RBI will remain in wait-and-watch mode.
Confusion, fear of losing out on tax credit lead to destocking by dealers
The ignorance and uncertainty ahead of the GST rollout was palpable as we connected with dealers across industries. While large organised players may be nearly ready for GST, the same is not the case with many smaller entities.
Father in the chamber: Why health insurance is critical
You may be surprised to know that health insurance is not that expensive compared to its necessity. A health cover needs changes as you enter different phases of your life.
Options trading in commodities is finally here. An asset class is reborn
There are, however, certain riders that the regulator has introduced. SEBI has said options trading will be allowed in agriculture products with an average daily turnover of Rs 200 crore, while for other commodities, the average daily turnover target will be Rs 1,000 crore. Further, commodity exchanges have been asked to launch options contracts on only one commodity initially.
Here is how to avoid a financial titanic
The underlying reason for successful financial outcomes is financial planning.
10 actions that can make developers live long and prosper in a post-RERA world
Some of these suggestions require financial investment, which is currently a very scarce resource. These could be the long-term goals.
With more power, comes more stressed assets. Will government’s bailout plan work?
While the power sector has been battling debt, banks and government have been hard at work on a bailout mechanism. But with many challenges facing the sector, it may not work.
Gulf standoff could hit gas prices, but Petronet LNG has plenty going for it
Saudi Arabia and its closest allies have now ganged up on their wealthy neighbour, Qatar, for being a fountainhead of “terror”. Could the trouble in Qatar impact India?
1001 Startup Ideas - Platform to find Refurbishing Contractors
This 1001 startup idea from YoStartups is to make a platform to help homeowners, and small-scale developers find licensed contractors for their remodeling projects.
Health insurance simplified
13 things you must check before buying a house
Using this checklist you can find your dream home easily.
Personal loan: What you need to understand about it?
Personal loans can destroy your money matters if you go overboard with them. Use them in prudent manner when you are in need.
How to buy a home that works for your children
Purchasing a home which works well for children is one of the most important long-term decisions a family can take.
Critical analysis of amendments to Indian Companies Act 2013
Corporate governance is a dynamic field of study and practice. Mark Tully’s famous words that there are “no full stops” specifically in his book “No full stops in India” quite appropriately fit in here by enhancing the ongoing inquiry in the present context.
COMMENT: Poll results show the return of pragmatism in UK, France
Elections in UK and France have injected a welcome dose of pragmatism into politics that threatened to veer too far to the Right, even if their impact on economies and markets is still uncertain.
This June, go for gold
As political uncertainty in the United States drags on, leading to dollar weakness, investors should consider buying the yellow metal.
Are you a freelancer? Here is the new way to pay less tax
The income tax department has introduced a new section especially for people who want to follow their passion.
UK polls: On likely scenario when “May” may not be, sectors that Indians could avoid
UK financial market barometers are showing signs of worry- though FTSE futures is marginally negative, GBP/USD is down about -0.8 percent.
Qualitative versus quantitative method of investing: Which one works for you?
It is difficult to pinpoint one method that would be best in all circumstances. But most fund managers these days follow a mix of both the approaches.
Time to upgrade your Rs 10-20 lakh term life insurance cover
Reviewing term life insurance coverage is a must and one should do it with utmost care.
RBI expected to keep repo rate unchanged in near term
Monsoon will have some bearing on the policy outcome in next two policy review
As Aimco Pesticides gets out of a difficult past, is it worth a look now?
Aimco Pesticides Limited (Aimco) is in the field of agrochemical manufacturing, formulation and marketing and is a major player in insecticides, fungicides and herbicides in India & across the world.
As UK votes for PM, it's a case of May be and May be not
Election results are expected to set the tone for Brexit talks. But the immediate impact would be on the currency.
