SBI Life shares dropped by 3.3%, reaching Rs 1,839.50, while HDFC Life experienced a 3% decline to Rs 714.20. Star Health and Allied Insurance Company also saw a 1.4% decrease, hitting a day’s low of Rs 618 The 54th GST Council meeting was anticipated to offer relief to individuals and senior citizens by addressing the Goods and Services Tax (GST) rate on health insurance premiums. Currently, health and life insurance policies are taxed at an 18% GST rate.
ETMarkets Smart Talk| Markets at an inflection point; expect 40–50% gains over 36 months: ASK Hedge Solutions’ Vaibhav Sanghavi
Indian stock markets are at a key turning point. Experts predict a strong rally over the next two to three years, potentially delivering 40-50% returns.
December 8, 2025