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France’s 10-year bond yield heads for biggest quarterly surge since 1987
France’s bond yields have been rising sharply, with September seeing the largest increase in decades. Investors are concerned about inflation as energy costs continue to rise, impacting fiscal stability. The government plans to issue €340 billion in bonds next year, which could strain its fiscal position further. Economic indicators suggest that pressures on interest rates…
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US SEC proposes wider retail investor access to private assets amid risk concerns
The SEC has proposed new rules to expand access to private assets typically available only to wealthy investors. These rules aim to allow more professionals to qualify as accredited investors, which may lead to higher returns. Critics express concern that this move could expose retail investors to significant risks and fees. Additionally, proposed changes would…
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Kisan Vikas Patra: Want to transfer, pledge or prematurely close your account? Here’s what the rules say…
The Kisan Vikas Patra (KVP) is a 115-month investment scheme designed for Indian citizens aged 10 and over, allowing deposits starting from ₹1,000. Here’s a look at the rules to transfer, pledge or prematurely close your account…
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NPS Swasthya: ₹1 lakh to ₹30 lakh — Check health insurance cover, deductibles the scheme likely provides
PFRDA plans to introduce the NPS Swasthya health-focused pension product after successful testing. Here’s a look at what we can expect, the deductibles and likely healthcare insurance cover the product may provide…
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RBI’s new bulk FD rules from October 1: What changes for investors? Experts explain
The revised RBI framework is aimed at making bulk-FD pricing more transparent and giving large depositors clearer information about the interest rate applicable to their deposits.
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Avalon Tech block deal: Promoters divest 6% stake worth Rs 871 crore
Avalon Technologies saw an Rs 870.6 crore bulk deal as three promoter entities sold 40.08 lakh shares, representing 6% equity. Kotak Mahindra Mutual Fund bought 24.02 lakh shares, while Nomura retained its Buy rating and raised its target price.
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Side hustle vs cost-cutting: Should you earn more or curb your expenses? Start by checking…
Shah Rukh Khan’s mother advised him to earn more rather than limit his expenses. What should you do?
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Can Allied Blenders’s Premiumization and Backward Integration Drive EBITDA Margins From 14.4% to 18%?
Allied Blenders & Distillers aims for an EBITDA margin of 18% by FY28, up from 14.4% in FY26. The strategy focuses on premium portfolio expansion, in-house manufacturing, and improved operating leverage, but the challenge remains in converting higher gross margins into stronger EBITDA amid ongoing investment spending. Allied Blenders & Distillers was recently trading around…
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Wealth creation: 55 crore UPI users vs 6 crore investors — to increase participation India can learn from global markets
EY’s latest report, global experience suggests wealth participation expands when investing is embedded into financial behavior, supported by trust, enabled by technology and delivered through simple, accessible experiences.
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Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Thursday
Indian equities declined for a third straight session, with Sensex losing 49 points and Nifty falling 96 points as rising bond yields weighed on sentiment. Broader markets gained, while analysts highlighted crude prices, inflation and monetary policy uncertainty.