Sharia-compliant Islamic Banking in India, a Wealthy Proposition
Globally, Islamic finance is estimated to be worth about $300 billion, growing at 20% annually. With this growth, the need for Shariah compliant financial products has also increased.
real estate
Before Renting a Commercial Property, Stop and Think
With the imposition of service tax on commercial rentals by the government, your hopes of opening up a new commercial project on rent will surely burn a finger in the pocket.
Analysis – Real Estate Sector Scenario in India
The unending euphoria of real estate sector in India witnessed during the last few years is finally starting showing signs of ebbing.
Tale of two investment banks – their predictions on oil
Ever since the fallout of world’s biggest investment banks, talks are ripe on how top analysts of the world have got it absolutely wrong in their predictions, be it real estate, commodities or equities.
Proposed amendment in law likely to open new investment avenues for Indian trusts.
With the government contemplating amendments in the pre-independence enacted Indian Trust Act, 1882, the trusts will have greater flexibility with their investment decisions.
Soon, Wealth Tax may be paid alongwith Income Tax
The Finance Ministry is busy drafting the new Direct Tax Code which would be tabled in the winter session of Parliament.
Subprime effect on Indian markets
Sub prime lending, also called ‘B-Paper’, ‘near-prime’ or ‘second chance’ lending, refers to the practice of making loans to borrowers at interest rates above the prevailing market rates because of their low credit status and increased risk due to either a limited credit history, or histories of payment delinquencies, charge-offs or bankruptcies.
A mutual fund which could give additional tax benefits of Rs.1 lakh
A SEBI committee has come out with proposals for launch of Dedicated Infrastructure Funds (DIFs) by mutual funds.
Organised Retail and Mall Mania – not a rosy picture ahead
For those of us who think that Indian organised retail trade is on a dream run, here is an eye-opener.
Forget metros, Tier II cities to lead the growth wave
After the top 8 metros of India, its now focus on tier II and III cities as these cities would drive the investment and growth phase of the country owing to the huge unexplored potential in these cities.