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    Corporate debt investing in 2025: Why AAA bonds are still a top pick, Vishal Goenka decodes

    In 2025, AAA-rated corporate bonds remain a top investment choice for stability and predictable returns in a volatile market. Vishal Goenka highlights their low default risk, moderate yields, and appeal in a stabilizing interest rate environment, emphasizing due diligence before investing.

    RBI cheque clearing, IRCTC ticket reservation, NPS equity: Major rule changes applicable from October 1, 2025

    October 1, 2025, will usher in significant changes across India's banking, postal, and railway sectors. HDFC Bank revises Imperia customer criteria, while PNB and YES Bank update various service charges. India Post increases Speed Post tariffs, introducing new features. RBI transitions to continuous cheque clearing from October 4.

    100% equity in NPS: More flexibility and tailored choices, but experts advise caution

    The reform unlocks fresh flexibility and tailored choices, but be prepared for market swings and stay disciplined for the long haul to achieve significant gains.

    PFRDA revises CRA maintenance charges for NPS, NPS-Vatsalya, UPS, APY account holders; know how much you need to pay now

    Latest NPS charges: The PFRDA is set to revise charges for services provided by CRAs to subscribers of pension schemes like NPS and APY, effective October 1, 2025. These revised charges will apply to both online and offline account maintenance, with different rates for government and private sector subscribers.

    100% equity in NPS to be allowed from October 1, 2025, for these investors

    From October 1, 2025, non-government NPS subscribers will gain more options for diversifying their investments within NPS. They can allocate up to 100% of funds in equities within a single NPS scheme. The Multiple Scheme Framework (MSF) will allow subscribers to have multiple schemes under one PRAN. Each scheme will have moderate and high-risk variants. Pension funds can also design schemes for specific subscriber groups.

    Sebi may allow CRAs to rate unlisted securities

    SEBI has proposed allowing credit rating agencies (CRAs) to rate financial products regulated by other financial sector regulators, even without specific guidelines from those regulators. CRAs must establish a separate unit within six months, maintaining a strict firewall from their SEBI-regulated activities. This move aims to leverage synergies and address industry gaps, requiring upfront disclosures to clients about unregulated activities.

    The Economic Times
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