STCG

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How to shift your MF portfolio from an MFD to an RIA

Doing so essentially involves moving from a regular plan, where commissions are built into the expense ratio, to a direct plan.

3 min read5 Mar 2026
Money

The tax implications of selling US-listed bonds

Bonds listed exclusively on foreign stock exchanges are treated as unlisted bonds

2 min read1 Sep 2025
Money

I'm a senior citizen who earns income from interest and capital gains. How do I calculate my tax?

The rate of tax on capital gains will depend on whether the assets were sold before or after 23 July 2024.

2 min read20 Jul 2025
Money

ITR filing: How to correctly report capital gains, CGAS withdrawal, buybacks

The income tax department has released the utilities for ITR forms 2 and 3.

5 min read14 Jul 2025
Money

Should I pay equity STCG tax if my income is below the exemption limit?

With basic exemption limits and deductions under both tax regimes, your total income may be tax-free. But residents and non-residents face different rules.

2 min read10 Jul 2025
Money

Capital gains on equities: Here's all you need to know when filing tax returns this year

There are several changes in the way capital gains from stocks and equity mutual funds in FY25 are to be reported. Mint's handy guide will help you sail through.

6 min read21 May 2025
Markets

Capital gains tax: Will Budget 2025 bring relief to investors?

As the Union Budget 2025 approaches, capital gains tax dominates discussions. Experts express concerns over recent tax changes, advocating for a stable tax regime to enhance market liquidity and investor confidence, particularly for retirees and low-risk investments.

3 min read27 Jan 2025
Money

Budget 2025 wishlist: Parity between debt and equity taxation

There is a case for revising LTCG taxation for debt funds with a one-year holding period.

4 min read22 Jan 2025
Money

How gains through margin trading facility transactions are taxed in India

The nature of tax treatment depends on the type of income generated through margin trading facility transactions.

4 min read8 Dec 2024
Money

How to adjust your financial life after LTCG tax hike to 12.5%?

While we would love to go back to the pre-2018 days of 0% tax or at least remain in the 2018-24 era of 10% tax, there is not much we can do.

4 min read27 Aug 2024