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Best tax saving option for FY 2018-19: Here's a comparison of top 10 instruments Best tax saving option for FY 2018-19: Here's a comparison of top 10 instruments. Looking for a job in 2019? Follow these 10 steps You owe it to yourself to make a step-wise job-search plan and execute it. It's a great time to dream afresh and seek a job that takes you ahead, here's how. Correct asset allocation still a reliable long term strategy for wealth creation All asset classes fared poorly in 2018, but a diversified portfolio works to your advantage over the long-term. WhatsApp vs. fake news The messaging platform is fighting a losing battle against fake news ahead of the general elections. What's troubling Aum Biosciences Global pharma giants have mostly come up with anti-cancer drugs based on research in the developed world. And even those drugs aren't often available in the rest of the globe. A fledgling company wants to rewrite the rules. Discoms find new ways to boost retail solar usage Apart from setting up single-window nodal offices, discoms are also considering two different business models to penetrate the residential market. From our Partners Have a question on P2P? Ask our experts! Peer to peer (P2P) lending platform is a marketplace that connects individuals in need for credit with individuals and institutions willing to lend. From our Partners Is Life Insurance only for the rich? With lives becoming more competitive, lifestyle patterns are changing faster than ever. 4 important investment avenues where returns don't matter Not all investments are linked to future goals. Here are 4 investments you shouldn't expect any return from. Why buy low, sell high is a dicey approach to making money in stock market Don't time the market. Invest according to the quality of an investment and whether it is fairly priced, based on its fundamentals. Top Mutual Funds SCHEME NAME RATING 1 M(%) 6 M(%) 1 YR(%) 3 YRS(%) JM Core 11 Direct Plan-Growth 2.25 -2.63 -6.52 17.88 JM Core 11 Fund-Growth 2.06 -3.27 -7.50 16.37 Axis Bluechip Fund Direct Plan-Growth 0.56 -1.94 6.96 14.87 Reliance Large Cap Fund Direct-Growth 3.15 5.17 -0.93 14.83 ICICI Prudential Bluechip Fund Direct-Growth 2.10 1.83 -1.28 14.72 FeaturedDSP Midcap Direct Plan-Growth ★★★★★ 2.74 -2.28 -11.99 12.92 Start SIP Analysts are betting on these 4 steel stocks for the long term Investment in rural infrastructure and manufacturing, increased outlays for railways and affordable housing push will boost domestic steel demand. Is insuring cab ride, bicycle, mobile, cyber safety useful? A host of exotic non-life insurance products are available now. Find out if they deserve a spot in your portfolio.

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Financial Calculators New LTCG tax calculator: Plan, compute your tax Use this tool to calculate long-term capital gains (LTCG) and the corresponding LTCG tax for listed shares and units of equity-oriented mutual funds. Tax Impact Calculator This tax calculator will help you estimate your tax liability. Just input your personal income details and know how much you would be liable to pay.

Want to quit the equity market? Read this before you make a decision One gets to know the market has peaked only after it crashes, it is too late to quit then. No one can time the entry and exit right, hence one should stick to simple rules. 6 money management problems of the suddenly rich; 4 ways to fix them When someone earns way too much, they are not able to take their money seriously. There is a lot more than needed and little time, energy or expertise to manage it well. Realty hot spot series: This is an upcoming micro market near Mumbai Mira Road in Mumbai is a developing micro-market with a mix of completed as well as under construction residential projects, available under various budget brackets. How your mutual fund schemes have fared in the past 5 years Large-cap funds fared poorly over the past 1 and 3 years. Small- and multi-cap funds boast nearly 100% outperformance relative to benchmarks over past 5 years. How to file a complaint with the banking ombudsman Here are the steps you have to follow while filing a complaint with the banking ombudsman. Stock pick of the week: Reasons why NTPC's growth is set to accelerate No cut in the regulated return from equity, fast revenue growth, likely acquisition of some plants and reasonable valuations have made analysts bullish on NTPC. ICICI Prudential Long Term Equity Fund: Impressive long-term track record ICICI Prudential Long Term Equity Fund's superior track record during market declines makes it suitable for investors willing to stay put for the entire market cycle. Maximum complaints to banking ombudsman in 2017-18 were about credit, debit cards If your bank's internal grievance redressal mechanism is not up to the mark, you can approach banking ombudsman. However, ensure that you follow the procedure prescribed. All you need to know about porting your health insurance policy The paperwork for porting must start when the existing health insurance policy is in force. The no claim bonus on existing policy too gets ported. Good time to have an SIP in a mid-cap fund: Arun Thukral, Axis Securities "Despite global concerns, the domestic levers remain strong. So if you have your list ready, this is the time to shop," says Arun Thukral, MD & CEO, Axis Securities. Family finance: Why Mudulis' need to increase equity investments By raising investments and linking these to their financial goals, this couple can ensure a smooth financial journey into their retirement. MF portfolio doctor: Kalra should slowly move out of equity for child's education goal When you invest in many equity funds, closer to your financial goal, start reducing the risk and increasing investments. SIP is a good route for such a goal, like child's education. 5 smart things to know about the government's fiscal policy The objective of this government tool is to find a balance between tax rates and public spending to ensure healthy economic growth, minus rising inflation. Alternative investment returns monitor: For the week ending January 4, 2019 Here are the alternative investment options with their returns, for the week ending Jan 4, 2019. The proportion and purpose of these is vastly different.

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