GOVERNMENT FUNDING
NFO Tracker: SBI Mutual Fund launches SBI NIFTY50 Equal Weight ETF
SBI Mutual Fund has announced the launch of SBI NIFTY50 Equal Weight ETF, an open-ended Exchange Traded Fund replicating/tracking NIFTY50 Equal Weight Index, effectively with relatively lower costs as it is a passive offering.
EPFO discontinues GIS deductions, to refund past deductions: These government employees to get higher salary
EPFO: Specified employees stand to gain due to EPFO's decision of discontinuing GIS deductions and refunding all deductions made thus far. According to Akhil Chandna, Partner, Grant Thornton Bharat, "The discontinuation of deductions under GIS will indeed increase the take-home salaries. Previously, the deductions were made from employees' monthly salaries as per their pay-scales to fund the GIS."
No Friday blockbuster for bonds on JPM index
Indian bonds debuted in JP Morgan's GBI-EM global index suite on Friday, with the country expected to reach a maximum weight of 10% in the GBI-EM Global Diversified Index over a 10-month period. JP Morgan's analysts expect foreign investment worth $20-25 billion to flow to the local bond market from the move.
Shriram Mutual Fund launches NIFTY 1D Rate Liquid ETF
This investment scheme focuses on Tri Party Repo agreements involving Government securities or treasury bills. Its goal is to mirror the performance of the NIFTY 1D Rate Index, aiming to achieve similar returns while minimizing any tracking discrepancies.
Hunt on for mule bank accounts; Tata Digital pause on funding
The government is working with the central bank to catch mule accounts in India’s banking system and prevent fraud. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.
Fund Manager Talk | PSU stocks in 3 sectors offer value for long-term investors: Charanjit Singh, DSP Mutual Fund
We expect the Government to remain focussed on infra investment even during the third term. Since FY21, the government has focussed on building infrastructure with central government expenditure rising from 1.7% of GDP in FY21 to 3.3% of GDP in FY24.
Budget wish list: Realtors want government to rationalise taxes, allot more for SWAMIH
Real estate developers are seeking measures in the upcoming Union Budget, including SWAMIH fund allocation, GST input tax credit, and rental housing incentives to support growth and demand creation.
New mineral fund rules restrictive: Chhattisgarh government
Chhattisgarh government red-flags new District Mineral Foundation guidelines, citing potential misuse of funds meant for people affected by mining activities.
Kerala's financial crisis artificially created by Centre, alleges state finance minister K N Balagopal
The Kerala government accused the Centre of undermining the country's federal structure, leading to a financial crisis in the state. Finance Minister Balagopal said that the Centre's treatment of funds raised by the Kerala Infrastructure Investment Fund Board (KIIFB) as part of Kerala's borrowing severely impacted resource mobilization initiatives. Despite challenges, KIIFB spent Rs 29,100 crore on projects, aiming for Rs 50,000 crore in total.
Stop Nafed's onion procurement till irregularities are investigated, demand farmers
Onion growers are demanding the suspension of Nafed's onion procurement operations due to reported irregularities found by a Nafed team during surprise visits to procurement centers. This demand could hinder the government's goal of creating a strategic onion buffer. The central government aims to procure 5 lakh tonnes of onions for the Price Stabilisation Fund but faces challenges as market prices are higher than the government's offer prices. Allegations of irregularities include buying onions from traders instead of farmers and presenting them as purchases made for Nafed.
Centre seeks exemption for sovereign funds from RBI's alternate investment fund rules, sources say
The Indian government has requested the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to exempt sovereign funds from the tightened rules concerning investments in alternate investment funds (AIFs). The RBI has asked banks and non-banking financial companies to raise provisions for AIF investments if they were also lenders to the projects in which the AIFs were investing.
Plan to tweak capital gains tax regime for debt mutual funds
The government is considering changes to the capital gains tax regime for debt mutual funds to provide relief for the Bharat Bond Exchange Traded Fund, amid concerns over the current taxation structure.
Commerce Ministry may seek more funds for startups in forthcoming Budget
The Commerce and Industry Ministry plans to request additional funds for startups in the upcoming Budget to boost innovation. A new scheme may replace the current seed fund program, set to conclude in 2025. The government aims to support early-stage entrepreneurs and promote deep tech startups to address societal challenges.
Investment returns during coalition govt: Modi 3.0 might be good for stock market, mutual fund investors, show trends during previous govts
How will be Modi 3.0 for investments? The stock market experienced a sharp decline following the Lok Sabha elections 2024, causing concern among young investors. They are worried about their investments as a coalition National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government prepares to take oath on June 9, 2024. Will the volatility in the stock market continue? How will NDA-3.0 be for your hard-earned money? Is there a bad government for your investments? Should the incoming government worry debt investors? Should you invest in equities, mutual funds or debt instruments? Questions such as these are worrying investors. So here are some answers that should give an idea of what is in store for you in the next five years.
Karnataka’s tribal welfare minister quits after govt funds find way to bank accounts in Hyderabad
Karnataka's Tribal Welfare Minister B Nagendra resigned over a scandal involving the illegal transfer of Rs 89.63 crore of government funds to unknown individuals in Hyderabad. The BJP intensified its campaign for his resignation, alleging a major scam under Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's watch. The ruling Congress withdrew support as an investigation team was formed to probe the matter. The CBI has taken up the case, and the BJP demanded the CM's resignation, alleging his knowledge of the illegal funds transfer.
Election results: Which themes will give mutual fund investors the best returns?
Sectoral/thematic mutual funds have delivered up to 380% absolute return in the last five years under the Modi-led government, with infrastructure funds leading the chart.
29 equity MFs turn Rs 30,000/month SIP to Rs 1 crore in 10 years of Modi government
Around 29 equity mutual funds have turned a monthly SIP investment of Rs 30,000 into Rs 1 crore in the last 10 years of the Modi government.
Infra mutual funds among top winners in last 5 years of Modi government
Infrastructure sector-based mutual funds, including Quant Infrastructure Fund, Invesco India PSU Equity Fund, and Nippon India Power & Infra Fund, have been top winners in the last five years of the Modi government, offering impressive absolute returns up to 380%.
Two mutual fund schemes turned Rs 10 lakh to Rs 1 crore in 10 years of Modi govt
ETMutualFunds analysis reveals two schemes turning Rs 10 lakh into Rs 1 crore under Modi-led government. Nippon India Small Cap Fund and SBI Small Cap Fund deliver impressive CAGRs. Investors should consider risk appetite and goals before making investment decisions.
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