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Budget 2024 struck a fine balance, tax changes to spur consumption: Economists

The Union Budget 2024 has been tabled today at the Parliament and mixed reactions across industries have started pouring in. Top economists of India believe that the change in income tax slabs along with the direct benefit transfer to first…

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What are the 8 new measures announced for MSMEs in Budget 2024?

Union Budget 2024 emphasizes MSME support with innovative measures like new Public Sector Bank credit assessments, increased MUDRA loans, stress-period credit support, a Credit Guarantee Scheme, expanded SIDBI branches among others. The Finance Minister said these initiatives aim to enhance…

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Selling property? Brace for more tax liability as Union Budget takes away indexation benefit

The new Budget documents indicate that the tax rate for LTCG on property sales will increase to 12.5% without the indexation benefit.

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Budget 2024: Govt’s new scheme to generate 30 lakh manufacturing jobs, step towards ‘Made in India’ vision

The scheme aims to encourage substantial hiring of freshers in the manufacturing industry by providing incentives to both employers and employees.

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Budget 2024: Finance Minister announces Integrated Tech Platform to Transform Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC)

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman unveiled an integrated tech platform in Budget 2024-25 to enhance the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC), aiming for greater consistency, transparency, and efficiency in resolution processes.

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Union Budget 2024-25: Major tax changes explained

The Union Budget 2024-25, presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, introduces significant tax changes, offering relief to some taxpayers while raising concerns for investors. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the key changes.

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SpaceX falls below IPO price: How much of your money should be in futuristic tech?
Wall Street's tech stocks fell sharply as concerns about AI-driven gains grew. Nasdaq and S&P 500 dropped, with losses in semiconductor stocks and SpaceX leading the charge. 
Radhika Gupta explains IPO funds: What investors should know about this niche mutual fund category
IPO funds are equity mutual fund schemes that invest primarily in recently listed companies. Rather than applying for individual IPOs, investors get a portfolio of newly listed stocks. As Radhika Gupta notes, “Rather than figuring out which IPO to invest in every month, let a fund do it for you!”
SpaceX stock down by 16%: Will your mutual fund investments take a hit?
SpaceX is experiencing a fourth day of stock losses amid a tech sell-off, dropping about 3% to $150. This follows a record $75 billion IPO last week, with investors concerned about AI enthusiasm. SpaceX has lost over $600 billion in value since the decline began.
What are focused funds? Meaning, investment strategy, key factors, benefits and risks
Focused funds are equity mutual fund schemes that invest in a limited number of stocks, allowing fund managers to take concentrated bets. These funds can invest in a maximum of 30 stocks and must allocate at least 80% of their total assets to equity and equity-related instruments.
Sold shares, gold or property? Here's how you can legally claim capital gains tax exemption of up to ₹10 crore
Selling assets like shares, mutual funds, gold, or property triggers capital gains tax. Section 54F of the Income Tax Act offers exemptions if long-term profits are reinvested into residential property. Details here.
How much does raising one child actually cost in Bengaluru, Mumbai or Delhi? I asked ChatGPT to compare expenses
Raising a child varies significantly in cost across Bengaluru, Mumbai and Delhi. I asked ChatGPT to compare expenses across cities.
Nifty IT Index falls 28% in a year: Should investors buy the dip or remain cautious?
Experts suggest that investors with a 3-5 year horizon may consider investing in Nifty IT Index Funds through the SIP approach, while those seeking short-term returns or lower volatility may prefer to stay on the sidelines until there is greater clarity on AI-led growth and technology spending.
Using ChatGPT, Gemini for money advice? Think twice before creating a detailed prompt | What not to reveal
AI chatbots can assist with financial advice but should not replace professional guidance. Their effectiveness depends on user prompts; poor questions may lead to inaccurate responses. 
Is your credit score enough for loan approval? Here’s what lenders check beyond CIBIL
A strong credit score opens doors to better loans, but lenders now assess more than numbers. This article explains key factors behind loan approval, including income stability, repayment behaviour, credit utilisation, and overall financial health.
Spent over ₹2 lakh on foreign travel? You may have to file ITR even with no taxable income
According to Mrinal Mehta, Joint Secretary at the Bombay Chartered Accountants' Society (BCAS), the Income Tax Department tracks spending patterns and high-value transactions, making return filing mandatory in several situations even when taxable income is low or nil.