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Airtel, Jio, Vodafone Idea push long-term plans at old rates to retain users
After announcing telecom pack price hikes of up to 25% effective July 3-4, telcos are urging subscribers to recharge long-term plans at old prices to reduce customer attrition. Bharti Airtel, Reliance Jio, and Vodafone Idea (Vi) are promoting 365-day plans priced between Rs 2,545 and Rs 3,099 through in-app promotions.
What is the difference between deductible, co-payment in a health insurance policy
If you are confused by personal finance terms, jargon and calculations, here’s a new series to simplify and deconstruct these for you. In the fifth part of this series, ET Wealth explains the difference between deductible and co-payment.
Is your medical claim stuck? Find out why you face problems in health insurance claim settlement and how to avoid them
While health insurers can sometimes be blamed putting customers through unending hardship in clearing claims, many a times it’s the policyholder who is at fault. A significant portion of these health insurance claim rejections can be prevented by asking the right questions during policy selection, carefully reviewing policy documents, and conducting thorough research. This article explores common health insurance claim rejection scenarios and explains how to avoid them.
How to deploy Rs 2 crore inheritance to meet child education expenses & retirement goals
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SBI plans to raise Rs 20,000 cr via long-term bonds in FY25
SBI to raise ₹20,000 crore long-term bonds this fiscal via public or private placement.
The Life Insurance Rule: How much money will your family need if your income stops?
Life insurance rule: A common rule of thumb for life insurance coverage is to have a life insurance policy that is at least 10 times your current income. This coverage should take into account any outstanding debts and loans you have. By following this rule, you can estimate the income your family would need to maintain their standard of living if you were to pass away.
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Empowering women with financial planning: Term insurance as a safety net
Women often overlook self-care while balancing caregiving and financial roles. Recognizing the importance of insurance coverage for financial stability is crucial for long-term resilience.
Companies cautious on short-term hiring, but overall outlook stays upbeat
Employers in India are showing caution in short-term hiring for the July-September quarter, with a net employment outlook of 30%, six percentage points lower than the current quarter and the same period last year. While 48% of employers plan to hire more people, 18% expect a decrease in hiring or have no plans to hire. The most optimistic sectors are finance and real estate, healthcare and life sciences, and IT, while communication services and transport, logistics, and automotive are less optimistic.
This large-and mid-cap equity mutual fund gave 18.5% returns in five years; should you invest?
Canara Robeco Emerging Equities: This fund shifted its positioning from a mid- and small-cap offering to its current large- and mid-cap mandate a few years ago. It retains preference for businesses with improving fundamentals or experiencing temporary setbacks. We examine the key fundamentals of the fund, its portfolio and performance to help you make an informed investment decision.
Bonds vs stocks: What is the best asset allocation for mutual fund investors post poll results?
Mutual fund investors are advised on asset allocation in the third term of the Modi-led government. Recommendations cover exposure to different assets for conservative, moderate, and aggressive investors, considering factors like risk appetite and investment horizon.
BJP’s Modi holds meetings on plans for new govt agenda after exit polls signal a hat-trick for NDA
Barely a day after exit polls indicated a likely third consecutive term for the Modi-led NDA government, Prime Minister Narendra Modi held multiple meetings on Sunday. These include a review of the 100-day agenda for the new government, the aftermath of Cyclone Remal, the heatwave situation, and preparations for World Environment Day.
Best short duration mutual funds to invest in May 2024
There is no change in the list. All recommended schemes have performed well. Follow our monthly updates to keep track of the performance of your schemes.
Best medium to long duration funds to invest in May 2024
There are no changes in the list this month. All the schemes fared well. Please follow our monthly updates to keep track of your investments.
NPS investment: Why exit barrier is the biggest positive feature of the NPS, explains Sriram Iyer of HDFC Pension
Many individuals have concerns that their money will get stuck in the NPS till retirement. That’s not necessarily a bad thing because the money is at the right place. Investment returns can be enormous if held for the long term, Sriram Iyer tells ET Wealth.
Best medium duration mutual funds to invest in May 2024
There are no changes in the recommendation list this month. If you are investing in these schemes, you can relax and continue with your investments. Follow our monthly updates regularly.
MF Query: Planning for retirement? A 10% increase in SIP can double your portfolio value in 20 years
Devadas Shenoy seeks SIP guidance for retirement planning. Girirajan Murugan advises diversifying across styles, increasing SIPs annually for accelerated growth, and warns on sector funds' risk. Strategic planning can optimize returns and mitigate risks over 28 years.
This LIC life insurance policy launched in February 2024 was withdrawn on April 1: Check surrender rules
LIC Dhan Vriddhi plan provides financial support for the family in case of unfortunate death of the life assured during the policy term. It also provides a guaranteed lump sum amount on the date of maturity to the life assured.
How does an investor benefit by using STP?
To start an STP, you need to put in a lump sum amount in a debt scheme (liquid or ultra-short-term fund) and transfer a predefined amount into another scheme, typically an equity fund.
Blue print for first 100 days of third term ready, says PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the blue print for the first 100 days in his third term at an election rally in Kalyan, Maharashtra. The plan, nearly complete, will begin after June 4 to ensure timely decision-making. Secretaries, senior officials, and ministries are actively involved in the preparation, with multiple meetings and presentations to coordinate the goals formulation.
SBI hikes FD interest rates but still less than what these 313 debt mutual funds have offered
SBI raises fixed deposit rates by up to 75 basis points, effective May 15, yet falls short compared to over 300 debt mutual funds offering higher annualized returns of 6.47% to 11.60%.
What is the advantage of borrowing against mutual fund units?
Borrow against equity or hybrid mutual fund units for immediate liquidity at 9-11% interest rates. Advantages include short-term monetary support without selling units, maintaining financial plan, and quick capital raise. Apply online through NBFC websites for a paperless process.
Health insurance claim rejection: Widow fights, wins Rs 28 lakh damage; pre-existing disease can't be free pass for claim denial
The Delhi State Consumer Commission ruled that an insurer cannot reject a health insurance claim solely based on pre-existing diseases if they weren't the cause of death. The commission directed HDFC Life (previously known as HDFC Standard LIC Co. Ltd.) to pay Rs 19.4 lakh along with the interest to a woman whose husband's claim was rejected for not disclosing diabetes. The insurer also has to pay Rs 1,00,000 for mental harassment of the complainant along with the litigation cost. This is a relief for those with common lifestyle diseases like diabetes. Read the full case and verdict in details. What do you need to keep in mind while buying health insurance policy to avoid claim rejection later. Find out here.
Insurers are having a Chillar Party: Maternity insurance sales skyrocket as couples brace for soaring costs
Rising childbirth costs in India drive a surge in demand for maternity insurance, growing at 80% annually. PolicyBazaar data reveals 78% of policies are bought by men. Insurers see these policies as customer magnets despite expected claims. Factors like urbanization and increased C-sections contribute to the trend. Reliance General Insurance reports a 21.5% increase in C-section deliveries since 2016.
What should be the criteria for selecting the right kind of term plan? Dinesh Dilip Bhoi answers
There are chances of some sickness coming up or some disease coming up in the future which might hamper the person to take a life plan or which might increase, there would be a loading on his premiums with the premiums would get higher and higher and build a hole in his pocket.
Tackling turbulence is part of flight plan
The Air India Express crisis, causing over 170 flights to be canceled, has been resolved. A union representing employees announced that sick crew members will return to duty immediately and 25 sacked crew members will be reinstated. The airline will be merged with AIX Connect, formerly AirAsia India, and staff were unhappy with service terms. The complex merger involves negotiations with unions to align working conditions post-merger.
Best tax saving mutual funds or ELSS to invest in May 2024
Tax -saving mutual funds or Equity Linked Savings Schemes (ELSSs) helps you to save income tax under Section 80C of the IT Act. You can invest a maximum of Rs 1.5 lakh in ELSSs and claim tax deductions on your investments every financial year. Are you interested?
To build a corpus of Rs 5.3 crores in 30 years, one needs to invest Rs 17,000 per month
"There are 4 pillars of retirement income namely, social security, employment-based plans, personal retirement assets and family / social structure. Social security in India is not as developed or as widespread as the ones in advanced countries. Only people working in the organized sector and for the government are eligible for employment-based pension plans," says Suresh Soni, CEO, Baroda BNP Paribas Mutual Fund.
Is it a good idea for NRIs to buy insurance from India?
Indian insurance policies offer NRIs flexible options like insurance-cum-investment plans, including child plans, to secure their family's future. These plans provide essential financial security and peace of mind, especially for NRIs managing finances from afar.
Decoding the importance of term insurance at every stage of your life
Term insurance offers financial security and peace of mind at every stage of life. When young and single, it helps build a foundation and secure the financial interests of dependents.
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