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Go for midcaps: Growth rate not fast enough to drive big earnings in largecaps Midcap and smallcap stocks look very attractive after they have fallen from their highs, Shankar Sharma, vice-chairman, First Global. said in an interview with ET. What is whipping up investor demand for tax-free bonds at fag end of FY16 The frenzy for tax-free papers is just reaching its zenith in the Indian market. Investors are rushing into these bonds at the fag end of the financial year. How to make a Bharat-focused portfolio after Union Budget 2016 Experts say investors should tweak portfolios towards the 'Bharat' theme or slightly increase exposure to stocks that cater to that theme. How Budget 2016 will impact your investments in stocks and mutual funds The Budget often impacts the bottom lines of industries and companies — and can make a difference to your investments. Learn with ETMarkets: The many benefits of Fixed Maturity Plans Fixed Maturity Plans (FMPs) are popular among investors at the end of the financial year as they get the benefit of triple indexation, thereby reducing their tax liability. 4 key points to know when picking the right debt fund Mutual fund investments are subject to market risk. But the risk can be mitigated through a prudent approach of managing investor's money. FM puts ball in RBI court, interest rate cut coming anytime now: Dalal Street The move effectively put the ball in the Reserve Bank of India's court, as it will now pressure the central bank to cut interest rates sooner. Despite clarification from finance ministry, confusion over EPF taxation remains The finance ministry clarified on Tuesday that 60% of the contributions made from April 1, 2016 and the interest they earn will be taxed at the time of withdrawal. Costly gold may drive up demand for silver in rural India Gold and diamond jewellery are set to turn costlier following the imposition of 1% excise duty in the Union Budget for 2016-17. Do not invest only to save tax, caution experts With more tax changes like EPF in this Budget, the investors should be prepared for any eventuality and be more active in their approach.

NFO (FMPs) Fund Name Category Type Open Close Min Inv   HDFC FMP 1126D Mar 2016 (1) Direct-D Debt: FMP Closed-end 01 Mar 2016 08 Mar 2016 5,000 HDFC FMP 1126D Mar 2016 (1) Direct-DQ Debt: FMP Closed-end 01 Mar 2016 08 Mar 2016 5,000 HDFC FMP 1126D Mar 2016 (1) Reg-DQ Debt: FMP Closed-end 01 Mar 2016 08 Mar 2016 5,000 HDFC FMP 1126D Mar 2016 (1) Direct-G Debt: FMP Closed-end 01 Mar 2016 08 Mar 2016 5,000 UTI Fixed Term Income Sr XXIV-V (1132D) Direct-D Debt: FMP Closed-end 01 Mar 2016 15 Mar 2016 5,000 More >>

Real Estate News

JLL India forays into e-commerce to market flats JLL India has already firmed up arrangements with the leading realty developers for this purpose, the consultant said in a statement.

Budget 2016: Supply of affordable homes to get a boost Proposal to allow 100% deduction for profits to projects for building homes up to 30 sqm in the four metros and 60 sq m in other cities is expected to give a fillip.

Budget 2016 clears DDT hurdle in making REITs reality in India Exemption from stamp duties has helped support the expansion of REITs in other financial markets including Singapore.

Budget 2016 gives massive push to affordable housing supply and construction activity, seeks to spur demand Builders and real estate experts say the exemption for affordable housing projects would bring in a 15-20 per cent upside on profits.

Why buying a home scores over investing in stocks Many people claim that investing in stocks is better than investing in a house. But owning a house gives unmatched benefits.

NFO - Non FMPs Fund Name Category Type Open Close Min Inv   Sundaram Long Term Tax Advantage Sr II Direct-G Equity: Tax Planning Closed-end 03 Nov 2015 15 Mar 2016 500 Sundaram Long Term Tax Advantage Sr II Direct-D Equity: Tax Planning Closed-end 03 Nov 2015 15 Mar 2016 500 Sundaram Long Term Tax Advantage Sr II Reg-G Equity: Tax Planning Closed-end 03 Nov 2015 15 Mar 2016 500 Sundaram Long Term Tax Advantage Sr II Reg-D Equity: Tax Planning Closed-end 03 Nov 2015 15 Mar 2016 500 UTI Long Term Advantage Fund Series III Reg-D Equity: Tax Planning Closed-end 18 Dec 2015 22 Mar 2016 500 More >>

Views and Recommendations

Sell Apollo Hospitals with a target of Rs 1,371: Jay Thakkar 03 March, 2016, 11:31 AM IST "Apollo Hospitals is a 'SELL' call with a target of Rs 1,371 and a stop loss of Rs 1,519." sell Buy BELwith a target of Rs 1,174: Jay Thakkar 03 March, 2016, 11:28 AM IST "BEL is a 'BUY' call with a target of Rs 1,174 and a stop loss of Rs 1,020." buy Buy Infosys with target at Rs 1230: AK Prabhakar 03 March, 2016, 11:01 AM IST "Buy Infosys with a target of Rs 1230 and a stop loss of Rs 1205" buy Buy Pidilite Industries with target at Rs 620: AK Prabhakar 03 March, 2016, 10:59 AM IST "Buy Pidilite with a target of Rs 620 and a stop loss of Rs 590" buy

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