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Ageas Federal Life Insurance says its new policy covers 30 critical illnesses; details here

<ul><li>Ageas Federal Life Insurance has announced the launch of its Ageas Federal Life Insurance Criti Care Plan, a comprehensive health insurance plan covering 30 critical illnesses and major diseases. The policy provides a lumpsum payment on the first diagnosis of illness, regardless of the actual amount spent on treatment.</li></ul>

Buying a health insurance? Here's why you should go for one with OPD cover

Some insurers have also redesigned their health insurance packages and customised them based on an assessment of what the insured customers actually look for.

Property insurance: What are the different types of plans available in India?

Among all types of insurance plans available today, one of the least-known plans is property insurance. Here's all you need to know about property insurance:

Applying for a home loan? You must keep these 5 things in mind before doing so

For most first-time home buyers, taking a home loan is the only way through which they can bring alive their aspirations of owning a home.

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ICICI Securities sees 100% upside in Repco, downgrades LIC Housing

Among stocks, post the Q2 earnings, the brokerage expects over 100 percent upside in Repco Home Finance whereas it sees over 40 percent upside in Aavas as well as Home First.

Delhivery, Paytm, PB Fintech, Nykaa: How four unicorn startup stocks came under pressure after their lock-ins expired

Delhivery was listed on the exchanges on May 24, 2022, at ₹495.2, against the issue price of ₹487. The IPO was the second biggest this year after LIC and has been among the top five since 2021. The stock plunged 5.32 per cent to hit an all-time low of ₹317 on Wednesday.

Banking stocks surge up to 100% this year so far; can they sustain their bullish run?

Market sentiments have turned in the favour of banks in the last few months due to healthy quarterly earnings, improving asset quality and upbeat credit demand.

Kotak Institutional Equities believes PSU lenders have better upside; Raises target price for select banks

Post a spectacular quarter reported by the banking sector in Q2, brokerage house Kotak Institutional Equities (KIE) has raised target prices of select public sector lenders in its coverage on the back of strong business performance.

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Nifty could be in the region of 37000 in 5 years, says Mohit Batra of MarketsMojo; prefers equities over bonds

In an interview with MintGenie, Batra opined that the Indian market is likely to perform exceptionally well going ahead. He recommends allotting only 10% of your money in cash and the balance 90% towards equity. Edited Excerpts:

First-time investor? WhiteOak Capital AMC’s Aashish Somaiyaa has this advice

According to WhiteOak Capital AMC CEO Aashish Somaiyaa, we are witnessing a broad market correction amidst a bull market. He suggests not getting lulled into complacency as the Nifty and Sensex make new highs, and advises investors to keep money in liquid and ultra-short-term funds and drip it into the markets for good entry points over the next six months.

Impact of a global recession may be minimal on India; positive on domestic sectors: Chintan Haria of ICICI Pru AMC

Chintan Haria of ICICI Pru is bullish on the Indian market and believes any correction should be seen as a good opportunity to add Indian equities with a long-term view.

Volatility may continue for next 3-6 months based on inflation outlook: HDFC AMC’s Rahul Baijal

In an interview with MintGenie, HDFC Asset Management Company Ltd’s Rahul Baijal shared that earnings growth will be the key factor that will decide the trajectory of the Indian equity markets in the long run.

We are positive on banking, IT, healthcare & auto, says Vinit Sambre of DSP MF

Vinit Sambre holds a long-term positive view on IT sector because of moderate valuations in the wake of global recession fears, making them an attractive buy. Besides this, he believes in the future potential of healthcare, banking and auto sectors.

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What are the benefits of life insurance?

<ul><li>Life insurance offers numerous benefits to individuals and families in India. It provides financial security in case of death, tax benefits, and the option of investing in different types of policies. Additionally, life insurance can also be used as security for taking loans. Therefore, life insurance is an important financial tool for individuals and families in India.</li></ul>

Planning to buy insurance? Zero cost term plans tick all the right boxes for you

The term ‘zero cost term insurance plans’ refers to a new category of term plans that the life insurers have lately added. Read further to know more 

What's the effect of Russian oil price cap, ban? Explained

The cap is set to take effect Monday, the same day the European Union will impose a boycott on most Russian oil — its crude that is shipped by sea. The EU reached a deal for a $60-per-barrel threshold Friday.

Tata Play 1st company to file confidential IPO: What is it and what are its benefits? MintGenie explains

Confidential filing, an optional approach, will assist firms in keeping their DRHP confidential until their IPO plans are finalised. 

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What is Systematic Investment Plan and how to start one in 4 easy steps

<ul><li>Systematic Investment Plan (SIP) is an investment strategy that allows investors to invest small amounts of money on a regular basis. It helps to spread the risk across different market cycles and provides access to a wide range of investment options. SIPs are convenient, cost-effective, and require less time and effort to set up and manage. If you are interested in investing for the long-term, SIPs are an ideal option for you.</li></ul>

A step-by-step guide to check if your PAN and Aadhaar are linked

To check the status of your PAN-Aadhaar linking online, visit the website and enter your PAN Card number and birth details. You can also use the Income Tax Department’s SMS facility to check the linking status. If both have been linked, you will receive a confirmation message.

Dharmaj Crop Guard IPO share allotment today: Here's how to check status

<ul><li>Dharmaj Crop Guard IPO: On the third day of subscription, the issue was driven by stellar response from non institutional investors, qualified institutional buyers, and retail investors. The issue was subscribed 35.49 times.</li></ul>

How to calculate and how much to save for your child's wedding

Funding your child’s marriage is the biggest financial issue you face as a parent these days as wedding expenses are increasing day by day. In this article, you will know the rational amount you must save for your child's marriage.

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India's top CSR spenders

Companies from the 2022 Burgundy Private Hurun India 500 spent ₹8,753 crore on CSR initiatives, which is 4% less than what they spent last year.

Cash still king! Here's how much cash do Indians withdraw

ATM, acceptance infrastructure and card statistics for the month of October 2022

India's food service market – in full swing!

The food services market in India has seen strong traction since FY10; revenue estimates are at ₹4.2tn in FY20, and projected to rise to ₹6.2tn – at a CAGR of 8% over FY20-25, mainly driven by strong growth in the organized standalone and chain-market segment.

India's current account deficit to widen to 3.5% in FY23

India’s trade deficit in FYTD23 has surged to USD 175 billion as of October 2022 compared with USD 94 billion in FYTD22, driven by a faster pace of import growth.

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Punjab & Sind Bank stock at 52-week high; jumps 56% this year; should you buy it?

Shares of Punjab &amp; Sind Bank jumped 12% to their 52-week high on BSE, driven by technical factors. Analysts say the stock has the potential to rise further and can reach ₹40 in the coming months, with support at ₹21.

Rupee fared relatively well versus other emerging market currencies, says World Bank

The Indian Rupee has fared relatively well in comparison to other emerging markets in 2022, according to a World Bank economist. The US Federal Reserve and the RBI have increased policy rates which triggered the depreciation of the currency. However, it has come off its all-time low and is currently trading around 82.0 against the US Dollar. The World Bank has revised India's 2022-23 GDP growth forecast upward to 6.9 per cent due to robust economic activities. Rising inflation in India is driven by supply side and external factors.

World Bank revises upwards India's GDP growth forecast to 6.9% for FY23

The World Bank has upgraded its growth forecast for India to 6.9 per cent for 2022-23 due to higher resilience of the Indian economy to global shocks and better-than-expected second quarter numbers. It also expects the government to meet the fiscal deficit target of 6.4 per cent of the GDP in 2022-23. Inflation is expected to be 7.1 per cent in the current fiscal year.

Global brokerage firm Jefferies lists these 19 stocks as its top picks; do you own any?

In a report on December 4, global brokerage firm Jefferies revealed 19 'analyst top ideas for the month of December. Here are the top ideas of the brokerage firm

These commercial banks offer up to 7 percent interest on their term deposits. Details here

Three banks — Yes Bank, IDFC First Bank and Federal Bank — offer a maximum of 7.25 percent on its term deposits across tenors. We share more details here

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PSU banks make new 52-week highs ahead of RBI's MPC meet

<ul><li>Shares of public sector undertakings (PSU) banks rose to a fresh 52-week high on Tuesday ahead of the Reserve Bank of India's bi-monthly policy review decision on the interest rate hikes, which is due on December 7. Analysts predicted that the RBI monetary policy committee will soften its stance and change its stance to 'neutral' from 'accommodative'. Technical analysis suggests that the trend is positive, however traders should consider taking profits and waiting for dips to re-enter. Support and resistance levels for various banks have also been provided.</li></ul>

Mahindra Holidays rise 5% to hit a 10-week high; up 58% in 2022

Mahindra Holidays &amp; Resorts India opened strongly for the second consecutive trading session on Tuesday, reaching a 10-week high of ₹303.15. The stock is currently up 7.95% or 2.76% on the BSE at 01 p.m. (IST).

TCNS Clothing shares surge over 8% on Tuesday early trade, Here's why

<ul><li>Shares of TCNS Clothing Co surged over 8% on Tuesday after reports that Aditya Birla Fashion was leading the race to acquire the women's apparel retailer. An open offer for 25% of the company will be made as a result of the acquisition, which could purchase up to 86.</li></ul>

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PNB customers alert! Your bank account may be restricted after December 12, details here

Punjab National Bank has asked customers to update their know-your-customer information by December 12, 2022.

Pension assets under management hit ₹8.5 lakh crore in end-November

Pension assets under management (AUM) hit a record high of nearly ₹8.5­lakh crore by the end of November, showing a 22.3% increase from last year. The total number of subscribers has also grown 24.84% over the same period. Despite inflation and interest rate headwinds, the PFRDA expects 28-30% growth in pension AUM for 2022-23.

Budget 2023: Experts ask raising of social security pension and maternity benefits

In an open letter addressed to finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman, 51 eminent economists demanded an increase in social security pensions and made adequate provision for maternity benefits.

Budget 2023: Current income tax slabs in India; Check details

<ul><li>The Government of India has laid down certain income tax slabs according to which taxes are to be paid by individuals, companies, and other entities. For individuals below 60 years of age, income up to ₹2.5 lakhs is exempt from tax, 5% tax is applicable on income between ₹2.5 lakhs and ₹5 lakhs, 20% tax is applicable on income between ₹5 lakhs and ₹10 lakhs, and 30% tax is applicable on income above ₹10 lakhs.</li></ul>

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Top 12 sectoral mutual funds with 12-30% returns in the past year; See list

Many sectoral funds have earned double the market returns in the past year, thus, leaving behind index funds, equity and debt funds. 

Is it good to invest in Edelweiss balanced advantage fund?

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