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Fed’s relaxed bank-capital plan faces bipartisan FDIC pushback
A proposal to revise US bank-capital regulations faces strong opposition from the FDIC, where at least three of five directors, including Democrat Rohit Chopra and two Republican members, are against the changes. This bipartisan pushback raises concerns about the timeline for aligning all three bank regulators, targeting completion by mid-2025.
What does Fed's 50 bps rate cut mean for US markets? Anurag Singh answers
Ultimately, it is going to be 3% that is what the dot plots say but they are all over the place in terms of the median is 3, but it is all over the place. So, we will have to see. My sense is it could be around 3.5 and that is where we stand right now.
Will selling pressure continue in PSU stocks? Sudip Bandyopadhyay answers
Losing customers continuously is a very negative indicator. They must address this issue urgently. While liquidity challenges are significant, the operational challenges are equally critical. Now, with the Supreme Court's verdict, Vodafone Idea will need to rethink their fundraising strategy.
Vivad Se Vishwas 2.0: What makes it attractive and what can make it better
The Vivad Se Vishwas (VsV) 2.0 scheme aims to resolve pending tax disputes worth ₹10.40 trillion, which is 5.6% of India's GDP. The scheme offers businesses benefits like cleaning up balance sheets, enhancing debt capacity, and unlocking opportunities for growth. Key improvements are needed to make the scheme more attractive.
Sector churning: Power, defence, railway stocks fall up to 39% from peaks. What should investors do?
Power, defence, and railway stocks have seen significant declines from their 52-week highs due to sector churning. Experts advise caution, highlighting the need for clear signs of recovery before investing. While some stocks show stability, the overall market conditions remain uncertain.
India a key priority market; Reels, biz messaging supercharging growth: Meta's Sandhya Devanathan
In an interview with PTI, Meta India vice president Sandhya Devanathan said India is the leading market for short-form video Reels' watch-time on Instagram. The Facebook and Instagram parent Meta is upbeat about the pace and extent to which Reels has caught on with creators and brands alike.
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IPO Calendar: 7 new issues, 13 listings set to dazzle primary market next week
India's primary market remains strong with seven IPOs set to open next week, including two mainboard and five SME segment offers. Additionally, 13 listings are expected, including Bajaj Housing Finance. Analysts highlight growing investor confidence and a vibrant capital-raising environment, projecting significant fundraising activity in the coming months.
Western Carriers IPO: What GMP indicates ahead of issue opening tomorrow
Western Carriers' IPO opens for public subscription on Friday, with shares priced between Rs 163-172. The issue includes a Rs 400 crore fresh equity sale and a 54 lakh share offer for sale. Proceeds will fund debt repayment and capital expenditure.
Shree Tirupati Balajee Agro Trading shares to list on Thursday. Here's what GMP indicates
Shree Tirupati Balajee Agro Trading's IPO saw tremendous interest, being oversubscribed a whopping 124 times by the closing bell. The funds raised will be used for debt repayment, working capital needs, and strategic investments in its subsidiaries.
Political revenge & mass expulsions? Here's Donald Trump's plan for presidency in five steps
Donald Trump, aiming for another term as US President, has outlined plans including mass deportations, revoking climate accords, making the US a cryptocurrency hub, imposing tariffs on imports, and addressing abortion rights ambiguously. He also claims to have a plan to end the Ukraine war swiftly.
Explainer: What is a mutual fund NFO? What are key considerations before investing in NFO?
New fund offers (NFO) in mutual funds is similar to initial public offering (IPO) where a company before launching its share on the stock exchange offers the shares to the investors for subscription. In a similar manner, before launching the fund officially in the market the mutual fund houses offer the units so that investors are able to make an investment in that particular fund.
New-age companies lead August's IPO record for this year, raising Rs 17,000 crore. What’s next?
In August, the primary market maintained strong momentum with 10 IPOs raising nearly Rs 17,000 crore, the highest monthly total this year. This surpassed February's Rs 7,500 crore and July's Rs 5,063 crore. Notable new-age companies like Ola Electric, Unicommerce, and Brainbees Solutions debuted, with Ola Electric raising Rs 6,145 crore. Despite mixed demand, the stock's listing performance was underwhelming.
What should investors do with Paytm stock? Sudip Bandyopadhyay answers
Bajaj, for a long-term investor, is good. Anyway, they are doing all kinds of good things, ticking all the right boxes. As far as four wheelers are concerned, I will be a little cautious at this stage not because of anything else but the valuation. I would rather play the auto sector through auto components, auto ancillary companies, and that is a place where the opportunities are much bigger according to me at this stage.
FOMO, retail rush and Sebi warnings! What's actually happening in SME IPO market
SME IPOs have been notably popular, with nearly all retail categories fully subscribed and many achieving up to 500 times or more subscription. Listings too have soared, triggering huge debate and coercive action from the regulator.
Kolkata Doctor Rape Murder Case: This Chhatra Samaj is leading Nabanna Abhijan protest against CM Mamata Banerjee
The 'Nabanna Abhijan' rally, organized by Paschimbanga Chhatra Samaj and Sangrami Joutha Mancha, called for the resignation of Chief Minister Banerjee over a rape-murder case. Despite police deeming it illegal, the protest proceeded with heavy security deployment and significant traffic diversions in Kolkata.
Should you be booking profit in capital market plays? This is what Rajesh Bhatia has to say
Rajesh Bhatia, CIO of ITI MF, addressed the future growth and current valuations in sectors like defence, railways, domestic pharma, and electric vehicles. He cautioned about the high beta and cyclical nature of capital market plays. Bhatia also noted the ongoing structural shifts and challenges within these sectors, urging a careful approach to investments.
IMF's Gita Gopinath supports ‘progressive taxation’, flags wealth tax complexities
In an interview with TOI, IMF's first deputy managing director Gita Gopinath expressed support for a progressive tax structure. She emphasized the importance of improving the implementation of existing capital income and property taxes but noted that wealth taxes present additional challenges, such as the complexity of taxing personal assets like homes.
Stock Radar: 60% rally in just 3 months! What should investors do with Rs 21,000 crore Mcap FMCG stock?
Bikaji Foods International Ltd's stock experienced a remarkable 60% increase in the past three months, achieving a new record high in August 2024. Analysts recommend short-term investments targeting Rs 900 within 6-7 weeks. The stock's upward trend, supported by strong trading volume, indicates sustained bullish momentum.
What is the best investing strategy in a tax hiked environment?
Financial assets like shares or mutual funds are subject to different tax rates depending on the holding period. Gains from assets held over a year (long-term) are subject to long-term capital gains tax (LTCG), while those held less than a year (short-term) are subject to short-term capital gains tax (STCG). The recent Union Budget increased LTCG on gains exceeding ₹1.25 lakh to 12.5% (from 10%) and STCG to 20% (from 15%).
Capital Gains Tax FAQs: What are the major changes brought about in LTCG & STT in Budget? All queries answered
Capital Gains Tax Budget 2024: India's Budget proposed significant changes in the taxation of capital gains, aiming for rationalisation and simplification. Key changes include a simplified holding period with only two categories, uniform rates for most assets, removal of indexation, parity between residents and non-residents, and maintaining roll over benefits. The new provisions are effective from 23.7.2024. Here's all your questions answered by the government.
New capital gains tax regime after Budget 2024: STCG, LTCG tax rates, exemption, holding period for equity share, debt, gold, property
Budget 2024 changes capital gains tax with two holding periods, impacting investments like stocks, real estate, and mutual funds. Listed assets like equity have a 12-month window, while others have 24 months. Tax rates have also changed depending on holding period. ET Wealth Online decodes how capital gains tax changes announced in Budget 2024 will impact your investments
Indexation benefit removed: What is indexation benefit on selling property, how is it calculated, what has changed
In the past, people in India had the option to use 'indexation benefit' to reduce the tax on the profit made from selling a property. This benefit enabled the difference between the purchase and sale price of a property (i.e., the profit) to be modified by the current inflation rate during the time when the property was owned.
Capital gains intact, so what if they’re taxed a bit higher?
The stock market initially dropped due to higher capital gains taxes but rebounded. Key corporate earnings rely on capex and consumption, bolstered by budget allowances and deductions. Retail participation and DII buying sustain high valuations.
Budget sees hike in capital gains tax. What should mutual fund investors do?
The increase in the exemption limit for Long Term Capital Gains tax from Rs 1 lakh to Rs 1.25 lakhs has been well-received. Although changes in rates for LTCG and STCG were unexpected, it is believed that the markets will adjust accordingly. Additionally, there is satisfaction that AMFI's request to change the definition of ‘Specified Mutual Funds’ under Section 50AA has been granted, leading to a more rationalized taxation for the affected funds.
Long-term capital gains: What to expect in the 2024 Budget, Gauri Chadha decodes
In equity, I do not see any major changes. Until 2018, there was no tax on long-term equity. In 2018, they introduced a long-term capital gains tax at 10% with an exemption for ₹1 lakh, which I feel is a low limit. The 10% tax rate is already quite low, so abolishing it isn't likely in the near future.
What makes capital gains tax so complicated and how to simplify it
The current income tax rules on capital gains are intricate, with varying holding periods and tax rates for different asset classes. There is a proposal to standardize taxation by applying a single 10% tax rate on long-term capital gains for all financial assets.
What are AT1 Bonds: 5 things to know
AT1 are Additional Tier 1 bonds that banks issue to maintain strong balance sheets. Tier 1 capital refers to equity and other forms of permanent capital.
Delhi Heatwave: What's causing the extreme temperatures in the national capital?
Delhi is facing an extended period of intense heat, with the IMD issuing alerts for high temperatures. The city has experienced eight consecutive days of heatwave conditions, with temperatures exceeding 40 degrees Celsius. Factors such as dry westerly winds, urban heat island effect, and global warming contribute to the severity of the heat. Relief is expected later in the week, but until then, residents are advised to take precautions against the scorching heat.
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