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9 simple tips to maintain a money plant at home

In many cultures, a healthy money plant is seen as a sign of growth and financial stability in the home. But sometimes, due to lack of knowledge, the plant can have stunted growth or might rot due to a few mistakes. Here we list 9 simple tips to maintain a money plant at home.

IDFC First Bank Announces Changes On Credit Card Benefits | What Do You Need to Know?

Taiwan aid bill sends ‘wrong signal’, says China on US’s $8 billion package to Island nation

As the bill providing some $8 billion in aid for the island was approved by the Senate in the US, China called on the US to “limit” support for Taiwan.“We firmly oppose the inclusion of Taiwan-related content in the relevant bill of the US Congress,” Zhu Fenglian, spokesperson for China’s Taiwan Affairs Office, was quoted as saying by FT in Beijing. “It sends a wrong signal to the Taiwan separatist forces. We urge the US side to fulfill its...

India News | JP Morgan CEO's Praise For ‘Tough’ PM Modi, Says: ‘Need Leader Like That In US Too’

India News | JP Morgan CEO's Praise For ‘Tough’ PM Modi, Says: ‘Need Leader Like That In US Too’ | News18#BreakingNews | JPMorgan CEO's praise for ‘tough’ #PMModi: ‘Need leader like that in US too.’#indianews #usnews #jpmorgan #pmmodi #news18 n18oc_india

Credit Card Bill Payment: When should you pay your credit card bill?

By paying your credit card bill on time and managing your credit responsibly, you can avoid unnecessary fees and maintain a healthy credit score.

10 common money habits of self-made millionaires

​Successful millionaires capitalize on opportunities that promise financial success and security. They have certain positive habits that demonstrate financial prudence. Here we list down ten common money habits of self-made millionaires.​

Gold, silver prices rebound after falling for two sessions

New Delhi, Apr 24 (PTI) Gold and silver prices rebounded on Wednesday after falling in the past two sessions, with the yellow metal rising Rs 410 to Rs 72,610 per 10 grams in the local market due to strong trends in the global markets

Eating out regularly? Here are smart ways to save money at a restaurant

Here are some key tips to help you save money while still enjoying the occasional meal away from home.

Highest Paying Job Opportunities for Women in 2024

Here are the types of industries and professions that have historically offered high-paying job opportunities for women, and these trends may continue or evolve into 2024.​

Now I Get It: See how Gen Z became the passive-income generation

They came of working age amid crises and change, soaring inflation and cycles of job loss. They had no choice, in a sense; they also had limitless opportunity.

S&P 500 is at risk of crashing 44% — and selling early could pay off, says elite forecaster

It paid off nicely to dump stocks nearly a year before the dot-com and housing bubbles burst, B. Riley's Paul Dietrich said.

Mark Zuckerberg’s base salary is $1 but other income is $24.4 million

Mark Zuckerberg holds the distinction of being Meta's lowest-paid employee, at least on paper. In 2023, his base salary was a modest $1, a stark contrast to the $379,000 median income for other employees at the tech giant, Fortune reported.When compared to the broader tech industry, where salaries typically range from $35,000 to $120,000 depending on the role (according to Indeed), Zuckerberg's $1 salary seems even more symbolic.However, don't...

FD interest rate up to 9.5%: These banks offer over 9% interest rate on fixed deposits for senior citizens

Fixed deposits (FDs) are a prudent financial option since they offer a dependable source of income and capital security. Check latest interest rates here

Cryptocurrency Price Today: Bitcoin Dips To $64,000 As Top Coins Land In Reds

Bitcoin (BTC), the world’s oldest and most valued cryptocurrency, dipped down to $64,000 early Thursday. Other popular altcoins — including the likes of Ethereum (ETH), Dogecoin (DOGE), Ripple (XRP), Solana (SOL), and Litecoin (LTC) — landed in the reds across the board as the overall Market Fear & Greed Index stood at 60 (Neutral) out of 100, as per CoinMarketCap data. The EOS token emerged as the biggest gainer of the lot, with a 24-hour jump...

Tips to manage pregnancy and post-delivery expenses

Managing pregnancy and post-delivery expenses can feel overwhelming, but with some planning and thoughtful strategies, it's possible to navigate these financial challenges effectively.

RBI Directs Kotak Mahindra Bank To Stop Issuing Fresh Credit Cards & Onboarding New Customers Onlin

Buy or sell: Vaishali Parekh recommends three stocks to buy today — April 25

Buy or sell stocks: Vaishali Parekh has recommended three stocks to buy today — COLPAL, Ashok Leyland, and GNFC

Only 2 Indian cities rank among top 10 worldwide for most billionaires

The Hurun Global Rich List 2024, released by the World of Statistics, recently unveiled the wealthiest cities globally, housing the highest number of billionaires.

When a Congress-era deposit scheme locked in people's wealth

The country is witnessing a political slugfest over wealth distribution sparked by Rahul Gandhi's pitch for a financial survey. The debate has brought back to public memory a compulsory deposit scheme that Congress-led governments implemented in 1963 and 1974, which locked away a part of people's money.

4 signs you're spending too much money, even if it doesn't feel like it

If you're carrying credit card debt, don't have any savings, or are living paycheck to paycheck, these are all signs you may be spending too much.

Petrol, Diesel Fresh Prices Announced: Check Rates In Your City On April 24

Petrol and Diesel Prices On April 24, 2024: The price of crude oil continues to fluctuate in the international market. However, its effect is not visible in India. The prices of petrol and diesel remain stable in the domestic market. The last major revision of petrol and diesel prices in the country was done on March 14 and there has been no revision since then.New petrol and diesel rates are released every day at 6 am in the country. Oil...

Reasons why we may over-spend: Therapist explains

From comfort purchases to shopping addiction to anxiety, here are a few reasons why we may over-spend.

Millennials and Gen Z's trendy new splurge: groceries

Younger generations say they plan to spend more on groceries than travel, beauty, apparel, and fitness, according to a report from McKinsey.

I retired from Amazon at 34 and chose to settle in Canada, where I only need $1,000 a month to live well

Grigory Lukin saved most of his Amazon salary and relocation bonuses so he could retire early. He chose Canada, where it's cheaper to live well.

The geopolitical glory that is gold: Why yellow metal is hitting record prices

Gold. The very word has a primeval pull. With the yellow metal hitting record prices of $2,400 per troy ounce this year, the glitter has a polish that goes way beyond the accountants’ mundane matrices of supply and demand.It’s today’s charged, war-crazed global geopolitics at work. Put another way, a lot of that demand for gold has to do with wars, and a global, especially Chinese, response to the hegemony of the US dollar.Readers may be...

Kalki 2898 AD: Big bucks spent on actors, find out how much the actors likely to have charged

'Kalki 2898 AD' will be soon released on the big screens, boasting a star-studded cast including Prabhas, Deepika Padukone, Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan, and Disha Patani. With a speculated budget of Rs 600 crore, this Nag Ashwin directorial promises to be an epic mythological sci-fi adventure. Find out the speculated remuneration of the stars for their role.

Rs 240 DIVIDEND announced! IT giant fixes Record Date, Payout Date - FULL details

Oracle Financial Services Software Limited on Wednesday, announced an Interim Dividend of Rs 240 per equity share for the financial year 2023-24. Oracle's dividend is Rs 240/- per equity share of face value of Rs. 5 each. The company also fixed Tuesday, May 7, 2024 as the Record Date for the purpose of said Interim Dividend.

Swiggy shareholders give the greenlight to $1.2-billion IPO

Food tech giant Swiggy has received the approval from shareholders for a $1.2-billion initial public offering (IPO), according to regulatory filings with the registrar of companies (RoC). The Bengaluru-based company plans to raise up to Rs 3,750 crore (around $450 million) through a fresh issue and up to Rs 6,664 crore (around $800 million) as an offer-for-sale (OFS) component, the filings further showed. Moneycontrol was first to report that...

'Payment for imported software not royalty'

A bench of Justices BR Gavai, BV Nagarathna and Pankaj Mithal rejected a batch of review petitions filed by the Commissioner of Income Tax both on merits as well as on the grounds of delay. This means tax liability of foreign software seller without a permanent establishment in India would reduce to the 2% equalisation levy introduced via Finance Act 2020 from the 10%-15% royalty tax, which the Indian buyer has hitherto been liable to withhold.

I made $10,495 in one month of freelancing and worked less than 16 hours a week. Here's what I did that made all the difference.

Zulie Rane only worked 16 hours per week and still made over $10k in a month. Here's the 5 reasons for her success.

I invested most of my salary for 7 years and had enough to retire at 29. My best tips: start young, take risks and don't settle in expensive cities.

A former VP at JP Morgan shares how he was able to achieve financial freedom by 29 because of these five things.

How do you deal with a windfall in your 20s?

For Roach, 24, the youngest Jeopardy! super-champion, the $560,983 in winnings has done little to change how they live their daily life. They haven t bought a car or splurged on anything more than some new clothes and a few more trips to the record store.

10 Best Jobs in the US and Their Salaries in 2024

Here are the 10 Best Jobs in the US and Their Salaries in 2024:

India Domestic Cricketers' Salary to be Doubled, Could Earn up to Rs 1 Crore Per Annum: Report

India domestic cricketers are in for a pay hike with the BCCI reportedly asking its chairman of selectors Ajit Agarkar to draw up a plan. This comes after the board had last month announced ‘Test Cricket Incentive Scheme’, designed for the senior men’s team to reward participation in Test cricket.As per a report in Cricbuzz, the board is of the opinion that domestic cricketers should earn at least double of what they are paid currently with...

How To Set Your Financial Goals For New Fiscal Year? Follow The Tips To Secure Future

As we have entered the new financial year (FY25), setting financial goals emerges as a crucial step towards attaining financial stability. Without specific targets, individuals often find themselves overspending and struggling to build a secure financial future. Understanding the importance of concrete financial objectives is paramount for all, irrespective of age or income bracket. Financial goals are no longer a luxury but a necessity for all...

Axis Bank Q4 results: Net profit at Rs 7,130 crore; NII surges 22% YoY

Axis Bank's net interest income (NII) for the reported quarter witnessed a growth of 22% year-on-year (YoY), reaching Rs 29,224.54 crore.

'Fresh Lease Of Life For Vodafone Idea': Kumar Mangalam Birla Says After VI's Rs 18,000 Cr FPO

Aditya Birla Group Chairman Kumar Mangalam Birla hailed Vodafone Idea’s recent Rs 18,000-crore fundraise as a significant boost, characterising it as a “fresh lease of life” for the telecommunications company.The company, which has been struggling to hold on to subscribers amid very heavy competition in the sector, will focus on increasing its network and selectively introduce 5G services, Birla told reporters at the listing ceremony of the...

​10 habits that are draining you financially ​

​Discover how seemingly minor habits can significantly impact your finances over time. Learn to identify and address these to save more and live better.​

Role of Emergency Planning in Holistic Financial Planning- with Kalpesh Ashar

Welcome to Webisode 2 of our series with #PersonalFinanceUnlocked, brought to you by MoneyControl and 1Finance! Join us as we dive into "Emergency Planning," helping you to be prepared for uncertain times. Whether it's a sudden medical expense, a car breakdown, or even a global crisis, having an emergency fund is like a financial safety net. Hit play, like, subscribe, and stay tuned for more on holistic financial planning. #PersonalFinanceUnlocked. Download the app now to start your financial journey today! #partnered Moneycontrol is India's leading financial and business portal with in-depth market coverage, analysis, expert opinions, and a gamut of financial tools.A part of Network18, moneycontrol.com is the most influential destination for stock market news and advice, business news, and news about the Indian and global economy.Subscribe: https://bit.ly/moneycontrolyoutubeFollow us:Visit https://www.moneycontrol.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moneycontrol/Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/moneycontrolcomInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/moneycontrolcom/

Gold prices drop by Rs 2,900 in just 10 days as Middle East tensions ease: What's next for investors?

Gold prices fell to Rs 71,065 from Rs 73,958 due to reduced Middle East concerns. MCX June gold futures rose to Rs 71,065, with May silver futures at Rs 80,850. Sen highlighted Akshaya Tritiya and geopolitical tensions.

Automatic Refunds To Protection From Junk Fees— What New Rules For Airlines In US Could Have For Flyers

The US Transportation Department on Wednesday finalised new rules requiring upfront disclosure of airline fees, mandates for quick automatic cash refunds for canceled flights or significantly delayed flights, along with delayed baggage or inoperative services like onboard Wi-Fi, news agency Reuters reported. The department had been working on these rules for nearly three years. According to the department, the customers are expected to save $543...

Amit Shah reveals stakes in 10 stocks worth over Rs 1 crore. Do you own any?

Home Minister and BJP leader Amit Shah filed his election affidavit from Gujarat's Gandhinagar last week. The affidavit shows that he has a 250-plus stock portfolio, wherein he owns stakes in around 180 companies while his wife Sonal has holdings in 80 stocks. Watch!

Want to retire rich? Avoid these four financial mistakes when you are young

Starting early on retirement savings is crucial for long-term financial security, taking advantage of compound interest to grow your savings over time

Money talk can save intimate relationships

Therapist highlights the importance of financial intimacy in relationships, as lack of transparency can lead to conflict and mistrust. Discussing money fosters trust and security.

Sam Pitroda on Congress' idea of wealth redistribution: It's a policy, not in interest of super-rich

Chairman of Indian Overseas Congress, Sam Pitroda, on Wednesday explained Congress' rationale behind wealth redistribution in a country amid ongoing debates on the issue. While speaking to ANI, he called it an interesting law and said that it is a policy which is not in the interest of super-rich only but also the people.

Gold trades in tight range as market focuses on US economic data

Investors are waiting for the first-quarter U.S. gross domestic product data due later in the day and March personal consumption expenditures (PCE) report on Friday, after a hotter-than-expected March consumer price inflation reading pushed back rate-cut expectations.

Meta share price plunges 15% on higher AI spending, weak revenue guidance; market value falls by nearly $200 billion

Meta expects its April-June revenue in the range of $36.5 billion-$39 billion, with a midpoint of $37.8 billion, lower than analysts’ estimates of $38.3 billion, according to LSEG data, Reuters reported.

U.S Signs Law To Allocate Aid $95 Bn For Israel, Taiwan & Ukraine | U.S TikTok Ban? | Global News

U.S Signs Law To Allocate Aid $95 Bn For Israel, Taiwan & Ukraine | U.S TikTok Ban? | Global News#tiktok #israelwar #gazawar #ukrainewar #uslaws #usforeignaid #us #taiwanchinawar #etnow #worldnews #latestnews #globalnews #businessnews

Defence spending shoots up as conflicts rise globally: What it means for India and its security

As Ukraine and West Asia remain in active conflict and countries in Europe, East Asia, and also South Asia continue to feel threatened, global military expenditure is expected to continue to rise. Many states announced record military expenditure increases in the last year. The significant increases reflect high security concerns and the need for improving military strength and deterrence. The Stockholm International Peace Research Institute...

IBM To Acquire HashiCorp At USD 6,400,000,000 Valuation To Expand Its Cloud Portfolio- Check Details

The acquisition of HashiCorp aligns with IBM's strategy to strengthen its position in the cloud market, where AI-driven technologies are driving significant demand.