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Buying new car? Your motor insurance dealer may earn up to 38% commission – what IRDAI’s proposed fix means
The IRDAI is scrutinising high commissions earned from mandatory motor insurance policies sold through dealers. Here’s what the regulator’s proposed fix means for dealers and buyers.
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Nasdaq rises 1%, Dow, S&P close higher as weak jobs data tempers rate hike bets
U.S. stocks finished higher following a weaker-than-expected jobs report which eased rate hike expectations. Nonfarm payrolls rose by only 29,000, significantly below economists’ forecasts of 90,000. The S&P 500 real estate index and small-cap Russell 2000 gained approximately 1% due to reassessed Fed rate increase likelihood. Despite this, the Dow and S&P 500 recorded declines…
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Equity mutual funds: September 2026 returns—how did large, mid, small and flexi-cap fare over 3, 5 and 10 years?
September 2026 was a challenging month for equity mutual funds, with all four major categories seeing declines. But a look beyond the monthly numbers reveals a different picture, with notable differences in how large-, mid-, small-, and flexi-cap categories have performed over longer periods.
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Switching to an electric vehicle: What you need to know about ev insurance
EVs rely on expensive components such as high-voltage battery packs, electric motors and sophisticated electronic systems. Repairs involving these components may require trained technicians, specialised tools and dedicated facilities, potentially increasing the cost of a claim
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All Saturdays declared bank holidays? PIB Fact Check debunks fake notification
The clarification comes shortly after bank unions deferred a three-day nationwide strike that was scheduled to take place from September 28 to 30
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Earning in dollars? New FEMA rules from October 1: How freelancers and YouTubers need to file EDF declaration with banks
A new RBI rule from 1 October changes how service exporters receiving overseas payments must report their earnings. Freelancers, creators and other professionals may need to take an additional compliance step through their bank. Here’s what you need to know.
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Fed officials give hints on rate decision as markets cut October rate hike odds
Fed officials tempered expectations for an October rate hike after Philip Jefferson and John Williams stressed patience and data dependence. Markets sharply reduced hike odds, though persistent inflation and upcoming consumer price data could shape the Federal Reserve’s policy decision.
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Fuel inflation explained: How changes in petrol, CNG, LPG and PNG prices could affect your household budget
Fuel inflation can affect household budgets differently, depending on the fuel used for cooking and commuting. The latest Finance Ministry report shows how inflation in LPG, PNG, petrol, diesel, and CNG has changed over the last few months. Here’s what the numbers mean for your expenses.
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Class 9 students to study personal income tax: How NCERT is teaching financial literacy at a young age
A chapter outlines step-by-step procedures to compute total tax liabilities using the new tax regime, deliberately omitting references to the old tax regime.
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Why US stocks are rising: Nasdaq hits record after weaker jobs data cools rate-hike bets; Nike shares drop on forecast
US stocks rose, with the Nasdaq Composite hitting a record high after disappointing jobs data emerged. Lower Treasury yields and declining oil prices contributed to the positive market sentiment. Notable gains were observed in semiconductor stocks, with Nvidia reaching an intraday record high. Nike’s shares fell due to forecasts of a significant revenue decline linked…