Mon, Jan 20, 2025
Public Provident Fund (PPF) is a small savings scheme that currently offers an interest rate of 7.1 per cent. It allows any residents of India, including salaried, self-employed, and pensioners to invest in this popular investment scheme for retirement planning.
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Sun, Jan 19, 2025
The Public Provident Fund (PPF) is a long-term savings scheme backed by the government of India, offering tax-free returns. It features a 15-year lock-in period and exemptions under Section 80C of the Income Tax Act.
PPF or SIP: Compare fixed returns and tax benefits of PPF with the higher return potential of market-linked SIPs. See which can generate a higher retirement corpus on a Rs 10,000 monthly investment for 30 years.
Tue, Jul 14, 2020
Public Provident Fund (PPF) is considered as one of the best savings instruments to secure a financially sound and stable future.
Wed, Jul 08, 2020
PPF Calculator: The Public Provident Fund (PPF) is generally considered as the most preferred retirement-oriented investment scheme in India.
A PPF account can be opened by any resident individual or individuals on behalf of a minor. The scheme does not allow individuals to open an account jointly with other person. Non-resident Indians (NRIs) are not eligible to open an account under this scheme
PPF vs Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana: Since inception, the Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana (SSY) has been attracting money from parents who want to ensure a good financial future for their daughters.
Mon, Jun 29, 2020
Are you one of those investing in the Public Provident Fund (PPF) to generate great long-term gains? Well, make sure you are paying the instalments before 5th of every month. This helps investors to gain interest benefit for that month.
Wed, Jun 17, 2020
PPF Account: Public Provident Fund or PPF is widely considered a long-term investment tool meant for retirement funds. An investor chooses PPF to save income tax as well.
PPF calculator: The coronavirus outbreak has made the markets volatile and investing in equity could be a risky option right now even though over the long run, it will give the best returns. However, these are tough times and instead, you should look to put money in schemes that give guaranteed returns.
Mon, Jun 08, 2020
We are in the middle of a crisis - both health and financial. Several businesses have come to a halt, people have been forced to work from home but even in these difficult times, government officials have been working consistently to provide some relief to investors.
Thu, May 28, 2020
Public Provident Fund or PPF has remained a sought after investment scheme for a long time now. The current coronavirus crisis which has smashed stock markets across the world, has further underlined the importance of investing in schemes that guarantee fixed returns.
Wed, May 27, 2020
PPF Account: During any kind of financial crisis an account holder can take loan from one's Public Provident Fund Account against the PPF balance accumulated during the investment period.
Mon, May 18, 2020
If there is one thing that coronavirus has taught us, then it is not to take life for granted. It can hit you exactly when you believe you are in a comfortable spot. The current situation once again underlines the importance of savings and investments.
Thu, May 14, 2020
PPF vs GPF: The Central Government employees have to mandatory contribute in their Provident Fund (PF) account and in the General Provident Fund (GPF) account.
Wed, May 13, 2020
The coronavirus outbreak has put a lot of people in a tricky spot. Several companies have been forced to put salaries on hold while those who were self-employed have no source of income left with most businesses shut during lockdown.
Mon, May 11, 2020
If you have Recurring Deposit, Public provident Fund or Sukanya Samriddhi Account in Post Office and have not been able to deposit you due amounts in the respective accounts for the financial year 2019-20 and April 2020 month, you can still do it by 30 June 2020
Tue, May 05, 2020
Gilead Sciences' remdesivir drug has brought some positive movement in the stock market but the US President Donald Trump's fresh attack on China over trade standoff has put global indices under pressure once again.
Fri, May 01, 2020
PPF Calculator: Earning a salary is not enough. If you want more money, then you will have to do this and it will ensure wealth keeps flowing non-stop in your bank account!
PPF vs VPF: Rule 72 calculator suggests that VPF investment at current 8.5 per cent annual interest will double the money in 8.5 years while PPF at current 7.1 per cent annual interest rate will double the money in 10.11 years.
Thu, Apr 30, 2020
PPF or Public Provident Fund: PPF scheme was launched in 1968 by the Finance Ministry’s National Savings Institute.
Public Provident Fund or PPF has remained a popular investment option in India due to its risk-free nature and assured return guarantee. The scheme also offers you tax benefits under Section 80C of the Income Tax Act.
Tue, Apr 28, 2020
PPF Account: In a financial crisis, which some of us may be facing due to the Coronavirus lockdown, PPF allows account holders to take a loan even against their balance.
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