RBI tightens rules to speed up inward cross-border payments

Under the new rules, banks must alert customers immediately and reconcile nostro accounts at least hourly to reduce delays in crediting foreign transfers.

Silver, gold ETFs fall up to 4% as rising crude, rate hike fears hit sentiment. What should investors do?

Silver and gold ETFs saw significant drops on Thursday, shedding up to 4%, as MCX bullion prices followed global weakness. The US Federal Reserve's minutes signaled further rate hikes amid inflation concerns, while geopolitical risks from the Iran conflict also weighed on markets. Investors remain cautious, awaiting clarity on the US-Iran ceasefire.

RBI proposes new safeguards to curb surging digital payment fraud

The RBI is proposing ‘cooling-off’ periods and stricter authentication for high-value transfers to give victims and payment processors time to halt fraudulent transactions.

Gold ETFs lose up to 6% since Mideast war. Should investors buy, hold or exit?

Gold ETFs have seen declines of up to 8% despite Middle East tensions, leaving investors uncertain. Experts advise against panic selling, recommending asset allocation and staggered buying for those at higher entry points. The recent ceasefire has caused a temporary rally, but long-term gold performance hinges on inflation and central bank policies.

Should you invest in multicap mutual funds? Here’s how to decide

Multicap funds are gaining traction post market correction as a diversified investment route. However, their mandated exposure to large, mid, and smallcap stocks makes them vulnerable to volatility, especially during market downturns. These funds are best for investors comfortable with higher risk across market cycles.