For moderately conservative investors, they suggest 50% exposure to equities and 50% allocation to gold and fixed income would still be a good option. Within equities, they are recommending index funds, or flexicap funds for large-cap allocations. Given the sharp run-up in mid and small cap stocks, investors should avoid lump sums in such schemes and allocation should be staggered over the next one year.
India, France near deal on tax treaty, to lower levy on dividends paid to French parent companies
India and France are nearing a revised tax treaty that will reduce dividend taxes for French parent companies holding over 10% stakes to 5%, while
December 12, 2025