In a turbulent financial market, predictability is the basic need that all investors want. The craving for unchanging income and capital preservation has led quite a number of people to bonds, which is an asset class that has been around …
The festive season in India has been a cultural exuberance and also a significant financial event. Festivals like Diwali and Dussehra signify a great increase in consumer confidence, and spending in the areas of retail, automobiles, gold, and electronics is …
The recent escalation in tariffs between the United States and India has triggered global concern. With nearly 70% of India’s goods exports to the US, running into a value of $60.85 billion, there can be heavy duties on sectors in …
When a controversy brews within global financial markets, it rarely remains confined to the equities market, sometimes creating boon conditions for traditional asset classes such as bonds. The recent scandal involving the trading activities of Jane Street remains an apt …
Tax-free bonds are fixed-income instruments issued by bodies backed by the government and paid to investors by way of interest income that is exempted from income tax under Section 10(15) of the Income Tax Act, 1961. These bonds are introduced …
Environmental, Social, and Governance bonds herald a paradigm shift in fixed-income investments that marries financial returns with sustainability goals. What Is an ESG Score and How Is It Calculated? In broad terms, an ESG score measures the degree to which …
As of June 25, 2025, growing geopolitical tensions following the U.S. strikes against Iran have reignited concerns over crude oil price volatility. An upshot of the surge in oil prices comes with the Indian bond market, wherein considerations of inflation …
Choosing the right instrument in the world of investment remains vastly dependent on how well one understands the implications of taxation on the instruments involved. Each of these asset classes, i.e., bonds, mutual funds, equities, and fixed deposits (FDs), has …
The escalating tension between India and Pakistan has, on occasion, been transmitted into global financial markets. Hostilities may have calmed momentarily, but the Indian bond market is still finding its footing amidst this wall of geopolitical uncertainty. This blog takes …
The year 2025 did not just mean one person’s retirement; it truly spelled the end for an extraordinary chapter in investing. Warren Buffett, a name synonymous with wealth creation and market acumen, ceased being the CEO of Berkshire Hathaway. The …