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Oil Rises as Escalating U.S.-Iran Conflict Stokes Supply Disruption Fears
Wall Street Journal - 7 Sep 2026 05:30Oil Rises as Escalating U.S.-Iran Conflict Stokes Supply Disruption Fears
Wall Street Journal - 7 Sep 2026 02:18Gold Falls on Rising Fed Rate Hike Expectations
Wall Street Journal - 7 Sep 2026 01:27
Gold fell in early Asian trade. The precious metal faces near-term headwinds including the risk of a U.S. sticky inflation reading this week, that could reinforce expectations of a rate hike, Zaner Metals said.
Hunter Biden (and His Laptop) Enter the Cryptosphere With New Meme Coin
Wall Street Journal - 7 Sep 2026 23:13Is your SIP in the red after 2 years? Know when 69% of these weak starts entered double-digit return territory
livemint.com - 7 Sep 2026 22:47
A weak or negative SIP return in the first two years may not be a reason to exit. An analysis of two decades of Nifty 500 TRI data found that nearly 69% of cases with negative two-year SIP returns delivered double-digit ...
Saving money for no reason? 5 luxuries you must spend on once essentials, emergencies and future goals are covered
livemint.com - 7 Sep 2026 21:45
Investing in experiences and comfort can enhance life satisfaction. Here are 5 luxuries you must spend on once essentials, emergencies and future goals are covered.
Bond yields near 7%: Should investors shift money to debt instruments amid equity volatility and F&O losses?
livemint.com - 7 Sep 2026 21:09
Bond yields have risen sharply over the past year, with Indias 10-year government bond yield nearing 7%. As equities remain volatile and F&O traders face losses, higher yields are making debt more relevant for retail...
EverBank to Combine With WaFd to Create $75 Billion Bank
Wall Street Journal - 7 Sep 2026 20:30HDFC Bank cuts MCLR lending benchmarks from today by 5-10 basis points: Check detailed rates
livemint.com - 7 Sep 2026 20:27
HDFC Bank has lowered its lending benchmarks by 5 to 10 basis points for various tenures effective September 7, 2026. The revised MCLR rates now range from 7.90% to 8.60%, with reductions benefiting borrowers linked to M...
Tax audit vs ITR deadline: The two-stage filing process taxpayers need to know about
livemint.com - 7 Sep 2026 19:41
For taxpayers subject to a tax audit, the 30 September audit report deadline and the 31 October ITR filing deadline are separate but connected compliance steps for AY 2026-27. Here's what taxpayers need to know about...
5 hacks to save more money: Finance lessons from Indian mothers that make you richer every week
livemint.com - 7 Sep 2026 19:27
By adopting practical habits, you can effectively save money for future expenses. Here are 5 hacks to save more money; these finance lessons from Indian mothers make you richer every week.
₹30 lakh investment: FD vs SCSS vs Post Office MIS-which offers the highest monthly income?
livemint.com - 7 Sep 2026 19:00
Investing ₹30 lakh? Compare SCSS, bank FD and Post Office Monthly Income Scheme (MIS) interest rates, income potential, deposit limits and payout frequency to understand which option can deliver the highest regular inc...
Have more than ₹5 lakh in one bank FD? Sanjay Kathuria warns of a hidden risk and reveals how to shield your money
livemint.com - 7 Sep 2026 18:40
FDs may offer stability, but putting a large amount in one bank can expose investors to concentration risk. DICGC deposit insurance covers up to ₹5 lakh per depositor per bank, including principal and interest. Heres w...
Should you take a personal loan to pay off credit card debt? Experts explain when it makes sense
livemint.com - 7 Sep 2026 18:06
Experts say a personal loan can help consolidate credit card debt if its interest rate is lower than your card's cost and you maintain repayment discipline, but check processing fees, prepayment penalties and total i...
Silver rallied 98% in the last one year, but investors earned only 18%: What explains the huge return gap?
livemint.com - 7 Sep 2026 17:41
Silver surged 98% in a year, but investors earned only 18%. The sharp gap raises a bigger question: did investors miss the rally, or did they enter at the wrong time? The answer lies in how investor behaviour changed as ...
Tax audit deadline 2026: Who must file the report by Sept 30 and when is the last date to file ITR for such taxpayers
livemint.com - 7 Sep 2026 16:54
Taxpayers with business or professional incomes face different ITR deadlines. Tax audit reports are due by September 30, 2026, with penalties applicable for late submissions. Details here.
LME Copper Prices Hit Record on Supply Issues, U.S. Tariff Concerns
Wall Street Journal - 7 Sep 2026 16:42Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana: Will marriage lock or unlock your SSY account?
livemint.com - 7 Sep 2026 16:20
A Sukanya Samriddhi account does not automatically close when the girl gets married. If she marries after turning 18, the account may be closed prematurely within the prescribed timeline, subject to SSY rules.
Your biggest retirement risk may not be inflation. One risk you can't afford to ignore
livemint.com - 7 Sep 2026 15:51
India's life expectancy has risen over the last few decades, emphasising the need for enhanced retirement planning. Experts explain what an average retiree needs after exiting the workforce.
Oil Extends Gains on Middle East Attacks; U.S. Gas Prices at Record High for Labor Day
Wall Street Journal - 7 Sep 2026 15:14
Oil prices extend earlier gains, with Brent crude marching toward $100 a barrel as fresh exchanges of strikes between the U.S. and Iran keep the geopolitical risk premium high.
Online wills are cheaper and easier. But can a ₹499 will protect a ₹5 crore estate?
livemint.com - 7 Sep 2026 15:13
Online platforms can help create a will for as little as ₹499, while assisted services can cost ₹30,000 or more. But the question is not just how much you pay to make a will-it is whether you have disclosed every rel...
Emergency fund vs health insurance: Which should you prioritise first? Expert explains why you need both
livemint.com - 7 Sep 2026 15:11
Health insurance or emergency fund first? Expert explains why you need both and how much to keep Why savings alone may not protect you from rising medical costs, job loss and unexpected expenses.