Vikas Khemani, Founder of Carnelian Asset Management, points out the peculiarity of having both capital gains tax and Securities Transaction Tax (STT) in India. He suggests eliminating one tax to make it fairer. He also mentions expectations for a reduction in personal income tax and the importance of the fiscal deficit and capex spending in the upcoming Budget.
ETMarkets Smart Talk: Fixed income attractive with rate cuts ahead; 20–40% allocation advisable for risk hedge, says Tanvi Kanchan
Amidst market volatility, Anand Rathi’s Tanvi Kanchan suggests a 20%-40% fixed income allocation for portfolio stability. She anticipates a stock-specific market in FY26, driven by
July 15, 2025