Following an initial surge of volatility linked to the new closing auction mechanism, arbitrage fund net asset values have now largely settled, with market participants emphasising the transient nature of the disruption as the category remains a low-volatility investment option.…
The Finance Industry Development Council plans to oppose the Reserve Bank of India’s proposed restrictions on revolving credit for non-bank lenders, warning of market disruption and increased costs for borrowers. The Finance Industry Development Council is preparing to tell the…
Despite increased awareness during the COVID pandemic, India’s health insurance sector faces challenges in building trust, with issues over claim processes, product clarity, and expanding outpatient coverage threatening market growth. India’s health insurance market has not translated the COVID-era surge…
The Indian government is revising pension rules to accommodate evolving social structures, enhance benefits, and streamline procedures through technological innovations, addressing the needs of an ageing population while reducing bureaucratic hurdles. The Indian government will keep revisiting pension rules and…
ICICI Bank warns customers about rising online scams exploiting demand for instant personal loans, urging vigilance against fraudulent platforms and social engineering tactics. ICICI Bank has warned customers to be on guard against fraudsters exploiting demand for fast personal loans,…
While National Make-A-Will Month highlights the importance of legal documents, experts emphasise the need for continuous planning, communication, and regular reviews to ensure estate plans remain effective across generations. National Make-A-Will Month is a useful prompt for advisers, but it…
Reevaluating typical financial wisdom, experts highlight lesser-known strategies like rent vs. buy assessments, credit card use, and negotiating tactics that can significantly boost household finances. Many of the financial habits people dismiss as unconventional are only odd until the numbers…
Understanding key steps such as verifying eligibility, preparing documents, and avoiding multiple applications can streamline your personal loan approval process and help secure better terms. A personal loan can be a useful way to cover planned or unexpected expenses without…
India’s recent FCNR(B) deposit mobilisation exceeds $52 billion, yet the rupee shows only marginal appreciation, highlighting different global influences compared to 2013’s currency recovery. India’s latest FCNR(B) deposit drive has brought in more than $52 billion and, had the window…
Growth in India’s Unified Payments Interface slowed in the first four months of FY27, but transaction values and user base continue to expand, prompting renewed discussions on merchant discount rates and fee policies. Growth in India’s Unified Payments Interface eased…
