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Should you break an FD or take a loan against it when you urgently need money? Experts explain

Need urgent cash? Check whether breaking a fixed deposit or taking a loan against an FD is the better option. Compare costs, penalties, interest rates and repayment factors to mak…

Gold’s next rally could be taking shape: Why investors should focus on the bigger picture

Financial markets have a habit of testing investors’ conviction. When an asset pauses after a strong rally, the immediate narrative often shifts from optimism to skepticism. Gold…

Looking for smallcap mutual funds for investment? These 5 funds delivered over 27% returns in 3 years

Small cap mutual funds have delivered strong three-year returns, led by Bandhan Small Cap Fund at over 27%. Other funds such as ITI, Invesco India and Bank of India Small Cap also…

Social security: Want to register on e-Shram portal? Here's how unorganised workers can sign-up, top FAQs answered

Social security: Over 31.78 crore unorganised workers are registered on e-Shram porta till July 2026. Today, we take a look at how you can apply, the eligibility criteria and most…

Stocks under ₹100: Sumeet Bagadia recommends three shares to buy on Monday - 27 July 2026

The Indian stock ended the week on a positive note on Friday. Check Sumeet Bagadia's outlook for the market in the coming with, along with the three stocks under ₹100 that he fee…

Looking for aggressive flexicap funds? These 5 funds had the highest mid and smallcap allocation in June 2026

Old Bridge, ITI, Navi, Samco, and Bajaj Finserv Flexi Cap Funds held the highest mid and smallcap exposure in June 2026, reflecting aggressive positioning toward higher-risk, grow…

Travelling abroad? France, Mauritius, Qatar — Here's the full list of countries with UPI facility enabled for Indians

Wider acceptance of UPI abroad benefits Indian tourists, students and business travelers by allowing use familiar mobile apps for payments instead of reliance on international deb…

14 penny stocks plunge up to 70% in 3 months. Are you affected?

Up to 25% CAGR in 3 years! Invesco India Mid Cap, 4 others delivered stellar returns

HSBC Midcap, Invesco India Mid Cap, ICICI Prudential Midcap, WhiteOak Capital Mid Cap, and Edelweiss Mid Cap led midcap mutual fund returns over three years, delivering gains of u…

Asset allocation explained: Why equities, debt and gold should all have a place in your portfolio? Expert explains

Asset allocation across equities, debt and gold helps investors balance growth, stability and risk. Learn how diversification, age-based investing and regular portfolio rebalancin…

Buy or sell: Ganesh Dongre of Anand Rathi recommends 3 stocks to buy on Monday - 27 July 2026

Indian stock market: Amid ongoing Middle East Tension, Ganesh Dongre of Anand Rathi recommends three stocks to buy on Monday. Check top stock picks by the market expert.

Explained: Sebi simplifies mutual fund transmission process. Here's what it means for investors

SEBI and AMFI have streamlined mutual fund transmission rules, simplifying claim procedures for nominees, joint holders, and legal heirs through standardized documentation, reduci…

Youngest son tortured, humiliated elderly father and forced him out of ancestral home; Odisha High Court orders son to vacate property on this ground

Old father evicts youngest son from his ancestral village home as son tortured and humiliated him, wins case on this ground in Orissa High Court. ​The Orissa High Court said that…

Bonus issues & dividends: Wipro, UltraTech Cement among more than 110 stocks turning ex-date this week. Do you own?

Over 110 companies, including Wipro, UltraTech Cement and Britannia, will turn ex-date this week for dividends and bonus issues. Investors must hold shares before record dates to…

Edelweiss MF to launch India's first REITs-oriented index fund; Radhika Gupta calls it a simpler way to invest in real estate

Edelweiss Mutual Fund introduces India's first REITs-oriented index fund. This new fund offers investors easier access to the listed real estate sector. It will track the Nifty RE…

ETF market price vs NAV: Why some funds trade at a 20% premium while others stay close to fair value?

Most domestic ETFs are trading close to their NAV, while some international ETFs trade at steep premiums due to supply constraints. Experts advise investors to compare an ETF's ma…

US Federal Reserve expected to hold rates steady as inflation swirls

The US Federal Reserve is set to hold its second meeting under new chairman Kevin Warsh starting Tuesday, with markets expecting policymakers to keep interest rates steady amid in…

Explained: Thinking about building a Rs 1 crore corpus? Here's how much you should invest through SIPs

Many investors do not know the exact monthly SIP needed for their financial goals. Excel's PMT function helps calculate the required investment amount for future targets. Investor…

Credit cards: A financial convenience or a debt trap? Experts explain how smart usage makes the difference

Credit cards offer convenience, rewards and credit-building opportunities, but only when used responsibly. Experts explain how timely repayments and disciplined spending can help…

IDFC First Bank Q1 profit tops 1,000 cr

IDFC First Bank reported its highest-ever quarterly profit at ₹1,075 crore for June, more than doubling year-on-year, driven by strong NII growth and lower provisions. Margins and…

Sebi fines Axis MF former dealer for front-running

Sebi imposed penalties totaling ₹7.5 crore on Viresh Joshi and 20 others. The former Axis Mutual Fund chief dealer orchestrated a front-running scheme. He misused confidential i…

US market at record highs, China still cheap: Where should Indian investors invest?

Indian investors are reevaluating portfolio strategies amid market volatility. The US offers growth but is expensive, whereas China is cheaper yet carries risks. Experts suggest g…

Will Nifty, Sensex fall for 6th straight session on Monday? US Fed among 5 factors to watch this week

Indian equities extended losses for a fifth session amid rising oil prices, persistent FII outflows and geopolitical tensions. Investors now track the US Fed meeting, Q1 earnings,…

Mutual fund NFOs: 8 new funds are open for subscription now. Check details

Eight new mutual fund NFOs are currently open for subscription, spanning ETFs, flexicap, large & midcap, midcap, sectoral, FoF and fixed maturity categories, offering investors di…