- Quant Small Cap Fund increases stake in Jio Financial Services, NCC and reduces in Aadhar Housing…on June 7, 2025 at 6:22 am
Quant Small Cap Fund increased holdings in Jio Financial, NCC, and eight other stocks in May while exiting five stocks and adding 10 new names including Aditya Birla Lifestyle and Aarti Industries. Its portfolio now holds 92 stocks with Rs 28,205 crore AUM.
- Best mutual funds to invest through SIPs in June 2025on June 7, 2025 at 5:31 am
ETMutualFunds’ SIP portfolios offer tailored mutual fund picks for conservative, moderate, and aggressive investors across different monthly investment levels.
- Explained: How is Specialised Investment Fund different from mutual funds, PMS, and AIFon June 7, 2025 at 5:21 am
SIF aims to provide sophisticated investors with more flexible investment opportunities while ensuring regulatory oversight.
- Looking for safe growth? These equity savings funds might be your best beton June 6, 2025 at 12:25 pm
Equity savings funds combine equity, debt, and arbitrage to offer conservative investors lower volatility and moderate growth. Taxed like equity, they provide stability, downside protection, and better returns than pure debt, making them suitable for cautious, medium-term investors.
- 7 mutual fund NFOs are open for subscription nowon June 6, 2025 at 12:14 pm
Seven mutual fund NFOs are currently open, including four index funds, one large & mid cap fund, one ETF, and one domestic fund of fund. Subscription deadlines range from June 11 to June 19. Investors should align choices with goals.
- Silver ETFs offer upto 7% return in one week. Will the uptrend continue?on June 6, 2025 at 9:47 am
Silver ETFs delivered up to 7% returns in a week, averaging 6.29%. UTI Silver ETF led gains, supported by rising industrial demand, safe-haven appeal, and geopolitical tensions. Over the past month, most silver ETFs delivered double-digit returns amid bullish market sentiment.
- Nilesh Shah praises RBI’s bold rate cut, says even Trump may urge Fed to followon June 6, 2025 at 7:49 am
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) surprised markets with a significant 50 basis point repo rate cut to 5.50% and a 100 basis point CRR reduction. Nilesh Shah believes this bold move will positively impact bond and equity markets, even suggesting the U.S. Federal Reserve might follow suit.
- Gold leads pack as various asset classes offer up to 24% returns in 2025on June 6, 2025 at 6:39 am
Gold led asset class returns in 2025 with 23.7%, followed by silver and real estate. Mid and small caps underperformed amid valuation concerns and weak demand, while debt gave modest gains.
- RBI slashes rates by 50 bps: What it means for debt mutual fund investorson June 6, 2025 at 6:04 am
The MPC shifted its policy stance from ‘Accommodative’ to ‘Neutral,’ RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra announced in his monetary policy speech. He also revealed that the MPC decided to reduce the Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR) by 100 basis points, lowering it from 4% to 3%.
- Best small cap mutual funds to invest in June 2025on June 6, 2025 at 4:01 am
Small cap mutual funds invest in very small companies or their stocks. According to the Sebi mandate, small cap funds must invest in companies that are ranked below 250 in terms of market capitalisation. These schemes also will have to invest at least 65% in small cap stocks.
- Form 16 changes: Higher standard deduction for these taxpayers, and other changes in Form 16 for FY…on June 4, 2025 at 6:41 am
Form 16 TDS Certificates ITR filing: Due to the income tax changes made in the FY 2024-25 (AY 2025-26), Form 16 will show certain changes this year. It will primarily show the following three changes for certain taxpayers. Read on to know more about the changes and how they will impact ITR filing for salaried employees.
- ITR-1 and ITR-4 forms enabled for online filing through income tax e-filing portal for AY 2025-26,…on June 4, 2025 at 5:56 am
The Income Tax Department has launched the online utility for filing income tax returns for FY 2024-25 (AY 2025-26). Currently, only ITR-1 and ITR-4 forms are available for online filing. The article specifies eligibility criteria for each form, detailing income sources and limitations for individuals, HUFs, and firms. Read below to know more.
- ITR filing for AY 2025-26: 7 prominent changes in ITR excel utilities for FY 2024-25, which…on June 3, 2025 at 3:41 am
The income tax department has introduced enhanced validation rules in the ITR filing utility for FY 2024-25 (AY 2025-26), primarily affecting salaried individuals and those claiming deductions under the old tax regime. Taxpayers must now provide detailed information for HRA, Section 80C, 80D, 80E, 80EE/80EEA, 80EEB, and 80DDB claims, aiming to curb false claims and expedite ITR processing.
- Which ITR form you should use to file your income tax return depends on your income sources and…on June 2, 2025 at 1:00 am
The Income Tax Department has notified the updated forms for Assessment Year 2025-26. Here’s a quick guide to help you identify the correct form based on your income type and tax situation.
- Filing ITR for FY2024-25? Mistakes in HRA claims, capital gains tax calculation are among 7 errors…on June 2, 2025 at 1:00 am
Taxpayers stand to benefit from a 45-day extension for filing returns due to significant ITR form changes in Budget 2024. However, errors can crop up despite online filing improvements, ranging from incorrect forms to misreporting income. Avoiding these mistakes, like neglecting AIS/Form 26AS reconciliation or HRA claim errors, is crucial to prevent penalties and ensure accurate tax computation.
- Got an income tax notice? Here are common types of tax notices and what to do to avoid penaltieson June 2, 2025 at 1:00 am
Income tax notices can be daunting, but understanding them is crucial. The Income Tax Department issues various notices for reasons like mismatches, pending dues, or inquiries. Prompt action, accurate information, and expert help when needed are essential to avoid penalties and ensure compliance. Addressing these notices can effectively safeguard you against further complications with the Income tax department
- ITR filing 2025: Excel utilities for ITR 1 and 4 for FY 2024-25 (AY 2025-26) released by Income Tax…on May 30, 2025 at 7:15 am
The Income Tax Department has released the Excel utility versions of ITR Forms 1 and 4 for AY 2025-26, enabling taxpayers to prepare for FY 2024-25 filings. A key change in ITR-1 now invalidates filings for certain TDS sections, directing taxpayers with income from sources like online games or crypto to use other appropriate forms.
- When will salaried employees get Form 16 to file income tax return for FY 2024-25 (AY 2025-26)?on May 29, 2025 at 6:38 am
Last date to get Form 16: Form 16 is a TDS Certificate, which is received by the employee from the employer. This TDS certificate makes the process of ITR filing easier for the salaried taxpayers. The deadline to file income tax return for the FY 2024-25 has been extended by the Income Tax Department to September 15, 2025. When will a salaried employee receive their Form 16 from the employer?
- NRIs to pay lower LTCG tax on these equity shares due to proposed forex fluctuation benefit in New…on May 29, 2025 at 3:32 am
The New Income Tax Bill, 2025 introduces a ‘forex fluctuation benefit’ that allows NRIs (excluding FIIs) to potentially pay lower long-term capital gains tax on unlisted equity shares. This provision addresses the issue of NRIs being taxed on artificially inflated income due to rupee depreciation. Read more to know how this helps.
- 33% more money on tax refund interest this year for income taxpayers due to ITR filing deadline…on May 28, 2025 at 7:15 am
Taxpayers filing income tax returns (ITR) for FY 2024-25 (AY 2025-26) on September 15, 2025 can receive 33.33% more interest on their tax refunds due to the ITR filing deadline extension to September 15, 2025. While the Income Tax Department pays 0.5% monthly interest on refunds, this interest is taxable under ‘Income from Other Sources,’ Read below to know how this works.