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Source: Live Mint My 66-year-old aunt, who is still working at a private school, received ₹18 lakh last year from the sale of our ancestral property. She doesn’t need this amount for three to five years. Could you suggest the best investment options for her to ensure the growth and safety of her funds? -Name…
Source: Live Mint Canara Bank FD rates: Canara Bank’s fixed deposit (under ₹3 crore) rates were revised on December 1, 2024. The new bank FD rate ranges from 4% to 7.4% for the general public on different tenures. The return percentage for callable FDs can be as high as 7.9 for senior citizens. Those looking…
Source: Live Mint Fixed Deposits (FDs) are one of the most preferred investment options in India due to their simplicity, guaranteed returns, and low risk. However, FDs are offered by both banks and corporates, and understanding the differences between the two is crucial for making an informed decision. Introduction Fixed deposits are time-bound financial instruments…
Source: Live Mint Dear fund manager, I am an average Indian investor who, over the last 30 years, has found myself on the wrong side of every bull market. I am not totally dumb. I do make money when the market rises, but in the final frenzy, I lose my sanity and go all out…
Source: Live Mint Fixed deposits (FDs) offer a reliable, consistent long-term return on investments. This financial tool allows you to deposit a lump sum amount of money for a fixed period of time, earning interest on the amount. Compared to a savings account, a fixed deposit provides higher interest rates, making it an attractive option…
Source: Live Mint Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman recently hinted at the need to cut interest rates for the sake of growth. In a covert hint, which can be construed as a nudge, she hoped for the lending rates to be more affordable. At an SBI event held in Mumbai on Monday, Ms Sitharaman said…
Source: Live Mint India FD interest rates comparison: Public and private banks in India offer a varied range of fixed deposit (FD) interest rates, and it is thus recommended that you compare most options available before making an investment. At present, most banks offer a higher interest rate for term deposits with longer tenures, compared…
Source: Live Mint Before opening a fixed deposit (FD) account, depositors typically compare the interest rates offered by banks on their fixed deposits. Lenders, typically, offer lower interest rates on short term fixed deposits and higher rates on long term deposits. This means the interest offered on three-year FD is usually higher than that on…
Source: Live Mint I am a retired bank employee. My total annual income is around 15 lakhs, which is comprised of a pension, LIC annuity, rent on house property, and interest on fixed deposit. I get the advantage of one per cent being ex-staff and half per cent being a senior citizen. I am also…
Source: Live Mint Arvinder Singh (56), who runs a retail business (telecom equipment and electric two-wheelers) in Delhi, faced the same dilemma. A chance meeting with a financial professional at a get-together influenced him deeply. He decided to test the waters, that too when he was just turning 50. View Full Image Graphic by Pranay…
