Market-linked debentures (MLDs) that were earlier taxed at 10% after a holding period of more than a year are now taxed at marginal tax rates. Even investments in debt mutual funds are now taxed at marginal tax rates without any indexation benefits, irrespective of the duration of the investments.
Fed’s Waller, leaning against March cut, sees easings later in year
Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller opposes a rate cut at the upcoming policy meeting. He suggests future cuts are possible if inflation pressures decrease. Waller