With Budget 2024 reducing LTCG tax on listed bonds, many investors wonder if they now outperform debt mutual funds. We modelled a falling interest rate scenario and found the tax edge is minimal — just 0.02% more in CAGR over 5 years. When you factor in liquidity, pricing, and complexity, debt mutual funds remain the more efficient and convenient choice.

In Part 3 of our taxation and investments series, we explore how to improve your debt portfolio's tax efficiency. From PPF and SSY to Hybrid Mutual Funds, Income+Arbitrage strategies, and Zero Coupon Bonds, discover how simple structuring — not riskier bets — can significantly enhance your post-tax returns. Ideal for long-term investors and anyone seeking to make smarter fixed-income choices in India.

Explore the Taxation Impact on Portfolios: Mutual Funds vs Direct Equity. Understand how taxes affect your returns in 'Taxation Impact on Portfolios'.

A clear breakdown of how taxes impact post-tax returns in safe investment options like FDs, Liquid Funds, and Arbitrage Funds—helping you make smarter, tax-efficient choices.

Should you chase the highest returns or build a balanced portfolio? In this post, we break down key investment concepts like risk-adjusted returns and diversification using simple analogies and real data. Learn why the smoothness of your investment journey matters just as much as the destination—and how a diversified portfolio can help you stay the course through market ups and downs.

Angel investing can be thrilling, but it comes with high risks, time demands, and limited access to quality deals. This blog breaks down the realities behind the hype—who it’s best suited for, how to manage risk through diversification, and why it may not be ideal for most retail investors. A must-read before diving into the world of startups.