Outlook Money - September 2023

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GET YOUR MONEY DECISIONS RIGHT

INVESTMENT : The principles of investing remains the same even as the investing landscape in India has changed drastically over the years. Ambareesh Baliga, market
analyst, throws light on stock investing
and Radhika Gupta, CEO, Edelweiss Asset
Management speaks on mutual funds

Investment

In India, the practice of saving has been passed down through generations. However, the modes of saving have undergone a sea change. While earlier, parents guided their newly-employed children to open recurring deposits in banks or buy life insurance, now many are emphasising on systematic investment plans (SIPs) of mutual funds.

10 mins

Insurance

Insurance has been part of the financial lexicon for years now. What has changed to some extent though is how it perceives insurance.

10+ mins

Banking

From teaching children the concept of saving small amounts and seeing it grow to inspiring trust among the vast majority of individuals, especially senior citizens, with guaranteed returns from deposits, to holding borrowers' hands in their times of need, banking has had a major role to play in the financial lives of individuals.

10+ mins

Financial Planning

Investment advisory in India was fragmented for a long period of time. In the 1990s and early 2000s, most people relied on brokers, mutual fund distributors and insurance agents, but more for making investments rather than for seeking advice. The other set of advisors by default were chartered accountants, who while helping individuals file their tax returns also informed them about investments that could reduce the tax liability. Until then, the most sold products were insurance policies and bank fixed deposits.

10+ mins

Taxation

It was in the financial year 1997-98 that the government first brought in income tax slabs of 10 per cent, 20 per cent and 30 per cent in what was dubbed the \"dream budget\" presented by the then Union Minister of Finance P. Chidamabaram. At that time, the highest tax slab applied to incomes above ₹1.5 lakh, while income up to ₹40,000 had no tax liability. There was a big tax incentive for investors in Provident Fund too.

9 mins

Digital Fraud: What Puts Seniors At Risk And What They Can Do?

The elderly are more susceptible to digital frauds, but a little awareness and carefulness can keep them safe. Read on to know what can help them

6 mins

MF RECIPE TO HEALTHY RETIREMENT

The average life expectancy in India has doubled since 1950s, and with the rising cost of living, mutual funds could be the medicine to ensure our funds outlive us

3 mins

TIE PRODUCTS TO YOUR NEEDS

If you don't invest in products suitable to your needs, your retirement goals will remain a dream, regardless of the fancy assets that you acquire

2 mins

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Outlook Money is a monthly business magazine published by The Outlook Group in India. The magazine is known for its in-depth coverage of the Indian economy, as well as its insights from leading experts in the field. It covers a wide range of topics related to business, including:

* Economic news and analysis: Outlook Money covers the latest economic news and trends from India and around the world. The magazine also provides in-depth analysis of the Indian economy, as well as its impact on businesses and individuals.
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