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Life insurers see surge in pure protection demand as GST 2.0 makes term plans affordable

Life insurers are experiencing a surge in demand for pure protection products. This follows the government’s decision to remove GST on individual term insurance. Companies like HDFC Life, Axis Max Life, and SBI Life report significant growth in their protection…

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Indian carmakers plan to ramp up production capacity by up to 40% amid GST cuts

Maruti Suzuki, Hyundai, and Tata Motors are significantly boosting production by 20-40% to meet surging demand post-GST cuts. Retail sales hit a record high in October, with strong festive demand and lower taxes depleting dealership stocks. Carmakers anticipate this revival…

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India’s CPI inflation drops to a record low of 0.25% in October

India’s retail inflation eased sharply to a record low of 0.25% in October 2025, driven by declining food prices and a broad-based moderation in prices following the GST rate cuts. With Food inflation turning the lowest at -5.02%.

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Asian Paints Q2 profit climbs 46.8 pc to Rs 1,018.23 cr, sales rise 6.4 pc to Rs 8,513.7 cr

Asian Paints reported a 46.8% surge in net profit to Rs 1,018.23 crore for the September quarter of FY26, with consolidated revenue rising 6.38% to Rs 8,513.70 crore. The decorative business saw robust volume growth of 10.9%, driven by improved…

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Retail inflation slows to a record low of 0.25% in October

This marks the fourth consecutive month that inflation has stayed below the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) medium-term target of 4%.

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SEBI’s actions mostly target stock tipsters, not long-term advisers: Report

Regulatory actions by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) in the investment advisory space overwhelmingly concentrate on entities dealing in speculative trading calls, rather than those offering long-term fiduciary investment advice, a new report said on Wednesday, analysing…

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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.