Cashing in the Chips
In 1965, the Intel co-founder Gordon Moore predicted that the number of transistors that would fit...
How is all-risk insurance different from standard policies, and when might someone need it?
standard home and property insurance policies are usually named-perils policies. they cover only...
How is a lump sum amount determined and what factors should I consider before choosing it?
a lump sum investment is a one-time payment. a large amount goes into a mutual fund or other...
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Shoot for the Sky
The dinosaurs became extinct because they didn’t have a space programme. The American science...
How do tax rules affect returns on liquid funds in India?
liquid funds are debt mutual funds. they invest in short-term instruments. treasury bills....
What does ‘top up SIP’ mean and when should I use it?
a top-up sip is a feature that allows the sip amount to increase automatically at set intervals....
which mutual fund is best for beginners ?
there is no single best mutual fund for every beginner. the right choice depends on financial...
how to calculate pension after retirement. a step-by-step guide
pension calculation is not complicated. it follows a formula. the challenge is knowing which...
What are the disadvantages of index funds that I should know before investing?
index funds are often described as safe. low cost. diversified. no fund manager risk. all...
what is nfo in mutual fund and what to check before investing ?
an nfo is a new fund offer. it is the first time an asset management company launches a mutual fund...
How do I start investing in India as a beginner and what should I know first?
investing in india as a non-resident indian is not the same as investing as a resident. the rules...
Where can I find the latest rates of TDS and TCS for different payments?
tds and tcs rates are published by the income tax department. the official source is the most...
