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Sukanya Samriddhi Account interest rate: Has government changed SSA rate from 8.2% for October-December 2026 quarter?
In a recent announcement, the Ministry of Finance reaffirmed the Sukanya Samriddhi Account interest rate at 8.2%. The next evaluation of small savings scheme rates is set for the December 2026 quarter. To initiate a Sukanya Samriddhi Account for a girl child,…
EPFO: Has Employees' Provident Fund Organisation changed 8.25% EPF interest rate for FY25-26
EPF interest rate: The government has approved an 8.25% interest rate for Employees Provident Fund deposits for the fiscal year 2025-26. This rate remains unchanged for the third consecutive year. Over seven crore members are expected to receive this credit …
EPF Interest Rate Kept At 8.25%, Over 7 Crore Subscribers Likely To Get FY26 Credit This Month
The government has approved an 8.25 percent interest rate on EPF deposits for FY26. The interest amount is expected to be credited this month to more than seven crore EPFO subscribers, marking the third straight year of the same rate.
Govt ratifies 8.25% EPF interest rate for FY'26, to be credited this month
The government has approved an 8.25% interest rate on Employees' Provident Fund (EPF) deposits for FY26, clearing the proposal recommended by the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation's (EPFO) Central Board of Trustees in March. The interest is expected to b…
Rupee plunge sees India turn to 2013 taper tantrum playbook
India's central bank is considering measures to stabilize the rupee. The currency has fallen to a record low, increasing import costs. The Reserve Bank of India is looking at past strategies to prevent further depreciation. These include interest rate hikes a…
Post office TD vs PSU bank 5-year FD: Where can you get higher maturity on Rs 2 lakh investment?
For a 5-year fixed deposit, the Post Office TD scheme currently offers a higher interest rate compared to most public sector banks' 6%-6.25%. This translates to a significantly higher maturity amount on a Rs 2 lakh investment, with the Post Office TD potentia…
Planning FD? Here's how much you should invest to earn ₹10,000 monthly interest — see calculation
Fixed deposits are popular for stable income, particularly among retirees. Banks provide various payout options, and non-cumulative FDs offer periodic interest payments. Here's how much investment is needed to earn ₹10,000 monthly income.
Earning 3% on idle cash? Sweep-in FDs may offer a smarter fix
Savings accounts offer safety but little return. Sweep-in facilities promise FD-level interest without sacrificing liquidity. Here’s how they work, what they cost and when they make sense.
Senior citizen FD interest rate hike: This NBFC is now offering up to 7.75% interest rate to senior citizens
Bajaj Finance has boosted interest rates on its 31-60 month fixed deposits to 7.40%, with senior citizens now earning up to 7.75%. These revised rates are effective May 1, 2026. The 8th Pay Commission has also released schedules for upcoming meetings in Hyder…