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Firms can invest in tax-free bonds having high rates: govt

Mar 14, 2013

In the Union Budget for 2013-14, the government authorised raising of up to Rs 50,000 crore through issue of tax-free bonds. #NewsTracker #Budget2013 #tax-free bonds #Companies Act
10 things you need to know about tax-free bonds

Mar 05, 2013

In 2012-13, Rs 25,000 crore worth of tax-free bonds were to be issued. This clearly means there are a lot people who are investing in these bonds. If you think you have missed the bus, and want to know about these bonds, read on. #PersonalFinance #Capital gains tax #tax-free bonds #Budget 2013
Should you go for IIFCL (Tranche 2) tax free bonds?

Feb 26, 2013

The issue size is up to Rs 200 crore with an option to retain over-subscription of up to the shelf limit of Rs 6,331.1231 crore. Keep in mind just like the Tranche 1 series, this too is a secured redeemable non-convertible bond. #Hudco #PersonalFinance #IIFCL #tax-free bonds

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Investors race to grab unregulated Jockey bond

2013-05-20 08:59:00

The Jockey Club has extended the offer period of its 7.75% ‘mini bond’ in response to what it says is strong investor demand. However, there are concerns some investors may underestimate the risks of such bonds, which cannot be traded on an exchange and #Hargreaves Lansdown #London Stock Exchange
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Finding Income In A Zero Rate Environment

2013-05-23 15:36:00

The Federal Reserve seems to be the enemy of savers and the enabler of a government addicted to debt. Its zero-interest-rate policy accommodates deficit spending at the expense of people who want to put their money somewhere safe and collect a decent inc #Federal Reserve #United States Department of the Treasury #Ben Bernanke
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Where Should You Keep Your Investment Assets?

2013-05-16 13:34:00

One of the things to keep in mind as you plan your investment strategy is where you want to keep your assets. Since the income from different assets is taxed differently, where you keep your money makes a difference in the long run. As you plan your inve #

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