Market Wrap (Aug 11): Indices end ~1% higher, heavyweights lead
Snapshot (Close) Index Level Change (%) Sensex 80,604.08 +0.93% Nifty 50 24,585.05 +0.91% Nifty Bank 55,510.75 +0.92% GIFT Nifty 24,597.50 +0.73% Data as of ~15:45 IST. What moved the market Indian benchmarks extended gains on Monday, buoyed by buying in…
Auto Sweep Facility in Banking: How to Make Your Idle Money Work Harder
What Is the Auto Sweep Facility? The auto sweep facility is a smart banking feature that combines the liquidity of a savings account with the higher returns of a fixed deposit (FD). Here’s how it works: Why Consider Auto Sweep?…
Ex-Date vs Record Date: Understanding the Key Differences
Every investor has a distinct and well-defined goal when making investment plans. While some individuals attempt to save money for retirement, others prefer to invest for a steady income. One of the tactics individuals use for long-term gain while investing…
Best Infrastructure Stocks in India
Infrastructure stocks are, in a sense, the foundation of a country’s economic development. With government support, the demand for infrastructure development in India is increasing. Investors can profit from the growing potential of the infrastructure sector, but it’s essential to…
Recent Finance Updates in India (July–August 2025)
India’s financial landscape has been busy in mid‑2025, with regulatory tweaks, central bank actions and progress on financial inclusion.The updates below combine changes to taxation, banking rules, digital finance and macroeconomic indicators.Note: All dates use the Asia/Kolkata time zone and…
Starting SIP at 25 vs. 35: How 10 Years Can Build Crores More
Thinking about starting a SIP but not sure when? Here’s the truth: Starting a ₹15,000 monthly SIP at age 25 can make you crores richer by age 50 than starting the same SIP at 35. The difference isn’t just about…
Beware of Online Scams Impersonating Trusted Brands
Your trust and safety are our top priorities. We have recently seen a rise in scam messages and ads circulating on platforms like WhatsApp, Telegram, SMS, and social media such as Facebook and Instagram, falsely using our name, logo, or…
RBI Holds Repo Rate at 5.5%: What It Means for the Indian Economy in 2025
India’s Interest Rate Hits Pause: What You Need to Know In its August 2025 review, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) chose to hold the repo rate steady at 5.5%, marking a pause after cutting rates by a full percentage…
What is the Consolidated Fund of India?
The Indian government has a well-structured system in place for handling the funds allotted for revenue and capital expenditures. The Consolidated Fund, the Contingency Fund, and the Public Account are the three primary divisions of its financial accounts. The Consolidated…
