Investments

Groww said the move responds to rising customer demand for a unified investment experience. Source

Raghvesh of JM Financial Institutional Securities likes ICICI Prudential and Max Financial in addition to HDFC Life. ICICI Pru has lagged in growth recently but is expected to pick up, while Max Financial continues to offer shareholder value with room for more gains. Source

According to Naik, owning funds from multiple categories and asset management companies (AMCs) does not guarantee protection from concentration risk if those funds follow the same investment strategy. Source

The survey covered 2,200 respondents across 17 Tier 1 and Tier 2 cities. Out of these, 1,400 were Gen Z and Millennials, whose views highlight how India’s young population thinks about health insurance today.  Source

A personal accident policy is an affordable safety net. Knowing where it’s hidden can boost your financial protection — without spending extra. Source

Karthick Jonagadla, Managing Director and CEO at Quantace Research and Capital Pvt, says passive indices “carry yesterday’s risks into tomorrow”. In contrast, quantitative strategies aim to manage risk daily. Source

The clarification refers to earlier instructions issued in December 2024 on credit flow to agriculture and the Master Direction on lending to MSMEs. Source

Careful asset allocation, regular reviews, and smart tax planning can protect wealth against market swings and unexpected risks. Financial planners say a clear plan helps families build a stable legacy for future generations. Source

The Income Tax Department now allows online filing of Form ITR-B for taxpayers served notices under Section 158BC, linked to undisclosed income from search and seizure operations. The e-filing feature aims to simplify block assessment procedures and reduce physical interaction. Taxpayers are advised to use the facility promptly to avoid penalties. Source

In India, 24K gold traded at ₹9,764 per gram, while 22K was priced at ₹8,950 per gram. 18K gold stood at ₹7,323 per gram, according to data from GoodReturns. Source