taxThe Income Tax Act 1961 was replaced on April 1, 2026. New section numbers, simplified language, updated exemptions, and three changes that directly affect investors. Here is the full breakdown in plain language.
personal-financeMost Indian investors have wealth on paper but no liquidity when life actually demands it. Here is how to build your emergency fund, how much to keep, and exactly where to park it using a simple three-layer system.
mutual-fundsMulti-asset allocation funds invest across stocks, gold, and bonds automatically. Find out how they work, how they are taxed, and whether they suit you in 2026.
mutual-fundsUnderstand the difference between direct and regular mutual funds. Learn how costs, returns, and guidance impact your investment decisions.
newsThe rupee has crossed 95 to the dollar for the first time. Here is why it is falling, what the RBI is doing about it, and what it actually costs you in daily life.
mutual-fundsDiscover how to select the best mutual funds for long term in India. Learn about compounding, fund types, and smart investing strategies.
mutual-fundsLearn how to choose the best mutual funds for beginners in India. Understand risk, fund types, and how to start investing with confidence.
personal-financeEPFO has merged 13 withdrawal categories into 3 and cut the minimum service period to 12 months. Here is what changed, how much you can withdraw, and which form you need.
investmentsNifty 50 and Nifty 500 share the same top 10 stocks. So what is actually different? A data-backed comparison of returns, risk, and which index suits your portfolio in 2026.
newsNovelty Wealth, a SEBI-RIA licensed wealthtech startup, has raised $1.4M led by IndiaQuotient to scale its AI-powered advisory platform for Indian investors.
investmentsGold prices have fallen ₹45,000 in 2026 despite global uncertainty. Here’s why gold is falling in India and what investors should do next.
investmentsA detailed breakdown of how the Public Provident Fund (PPF) can be structured to generate long-term, tax-free income. Learn how ₹15 lakh invested over 10 years can potentially create ₹45 lakh in withdrawals using PPF rules.
family-financesStop wondering where your money goes. Master family budgeting fundamentals with our step-by-step guide to creating a sustainable, stress-free monthly budget.
investmentsLearn how to track your investments across apps, funds, and accounts without missing anything.
investmentsPlan your investments around life goals like retirement, education, and buying a home—without chasing random returns.
personal-financeExplore key trends and future projections of retail inflation in India for 2026. Understand the factors at play and what they mean for consumers. Read more.
taxLearn how tax loss harvesting works in India for FY 2025–26. Discover how to offset capital gains with losses, reduce taxes, and manage your investments more efficiently.
taxUnderstand capital gains tax on property in India for FY 2025–26. Learn how to calculate STCG and LTCG, use indexation, and save tax with Sections 54, 54F, and 54EC.
taxUnderstand how mutual funds are taxed in India for FY 2025–26. Learn the rules for equity and debt funds, STCG vs LTCG, SIP taxation, dividends, and tax-saving strategies.
mutual-fundsA beginner-friendly guide to Equity Savings Funds covering meaning, portfolio structure, taxation, risk level, and who should invest.
stocksIndian markets are falling as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East push oil prices higher. Here’s how the conflict, the Strait of Hormuz, and global investors could affect your money.
taxUnderstand how different investments are taxed in India for FY 2025–26. Learn tax rules for shares, mutual funds, gold, fixed deposits, bonds, and property.
taxConfused about capital gains tax on shares? This guide explains STCG vs LTCG, tax rates, and how stock market gains are taxed in India for FY 2025–26.
taxA complete guide to capital gains tax in India for FY 2025–26. Understand STCG vs LTCG rules, tax rates across asset classes, and practical examples for shares, gold, property, and foreign investments.
family-financesMost families manage money reactively. The smartest ones don’t. Learn how adopting a Family CFO mindset can turn everyday finances into a strategy for lasting wealth.
taxDiscover how to make your idle cash work harder. This comprehensive guide explains liquid funds—low-risk debt mutual funds that offer better return potential than a savings account with high liquidity. Learn how they work, the tax implications post-2023, and how to use them for emergency funds or systematic investment planning.
taxTurn losses into tax savings. This guide breaks down how set-off and carry forward rules work under Indian tax law—so you can reduce taxable income, optimise across income sources, and make smarter financial decisions year after year.
mutual-fundsConfused between SIP and mutual funds? Learn the real difference, compare SIP vs lump sum and RD, and understand which investment route fits your financial goals best.
mutual-fundsThinking about investing in NFO mutual funds? Learn how they work, key risks, IPO differences, and how to decide if a new fund offer fits your portfolio goals.
taxChoosing between the old and new tax regime can impact your tax savings and investments. Learn how slab rates, deductions, and exemptions differ and which regime may work better for your income profile.
mutual-fundsDiscover how balanced advantage funds dynamically shift between equity and debt to manage risk, reduce volatility, and support long-term wealth creation for moderate investors.
mutual-fundsOpen-ended or closed-ended funds? Explore the real differences in liquidity, pricing, and control so you can make smarter investment decisions that truly align with your life goals, time horizon, and need for flexibility as your financial priorities evolve over time.
personal-financeAn emergency fund covers surprises without forcing loans or selling investments. Keep only the instant-access layer in a savings account, park the next layer in FDs, and use liquid or money market funds for short-term parking while staying low risk.
investmentsGold ETF or gold mutual fund? Learn how gold MF vs gold ETF differ in costs, tax treatment, liquidity, and overall investment experience before allocating gold in your long-term portfolio.
investmentsInvestors are increasingly shifting from physical gold to paper gold. This blog explains the key differences, benefits, and risks. Learn how to choose the smarter gold investment for your goals.
taxLearn how tax harvesting helps investors save money by reducing capital gains tax through planned selling of investments, while maintaining portfolio balance and long-term wealth creation objectives.
family-financesAn optional joint taxation system could lower tax outgo for many Indian families. Understand how ICAI’s proposal may impact your household finances.
investmentsXIRR shows your annualized mutual fund return when investments happen on different dates, such as SIPs, because it factors each cash flow timing. On the other hand, CAGR assumes one start-to-end investment and smooth growth, so it can misread staggered contributions.
investmentsULIPs and mutual funds serve different purposes, yet they are often compared only on returns. A ULIP combines life insurance with market-linked funds and a mandatory 5-year lock-in. A mutual fund is a pure pooled investment. ULIPs carry insurance-policy charges; mutual funds are usually more liquid with simpler costs and clearer pricing.
union-budgetExplore the landmark Union Budget decisions that reshaped personal taxes, corporate policy, and India’s investment landscape (from liberalisation to GST to ₹12 lakh tax-free income) and what they mean for investors today.
union-budgetConfused by budget terms like fiscal deficit, revenue deficit, and primary deficit? This guide breaks down what these government deficits actually mean and how they influence interest rates, gilt funds, inflation, and your mutual fund investments.
union-budgetThe Union Budget 2026 has introduced the biggest Securities Transaction Tax (STT) hike on derivatives in India’s history. Here’s what the new STT rates mean for F&O traders, investors, and your overall trading strategy — and how rising transaction costs could impact your long-term returns.
investmentsA hedge fund is a private pool for HNIs/institutions using tools like short selling, leverage, and derivatives. A mutual fund is a regulated public pool that buys diversified stocks or bonds for retail investors. People confuse them because both pool money, but they differ in access, disclosure, liquidity, and fees.
mutual-fundsThe Sortino Ratio is a risk-adjusted metric that focuses on downside risk rather than overall volatility. This guide explains what it is, how it works, and how investors can use it to evaluate mutual funds more effectively.
bondsSovereign Gold Bonds offer a paper-based way to invest in gold while earning interest and avoiding storage concerns. This blog explains SGB investments, returns, benefits, risks, and comparisons with physical gold and Gold ETFs for long-term portfolio planning.
personal-financeRetirement planning in India goes beyond just EPF contributions. This comprehensive guide covers what is retirement planning, debunks common myths about government schemes, explains the step-by-step process of building a retirement corpus, compares early vs late planning, reviews major retirement options including NPS and PPF, discusses voluntary retirement readiness, and shows how platforms like Novelty Wealth make retirement planning structured and realistic for Indian families.
mutual-fundsELSS funds are equity-based mutual funds that save tax under Section 80C while offering long-term growth. This guide covers how they work, lock-in period, expected returns, taxation, and comparisons with other tax-saving options like PPF and NSC.
taxUnderstand how different investments are taxed in India, including mutual funds, SIPs, debt funds, and ETFs. Learn how holding periods, capital gains, and redemptions impact your post-tax returns and why tracking matters for investors.
mutual-fundsIf you aim to build long-term wealth through systematic investing, the secret is none other than compounding in mutual funds. In this comprehensive guide, learn how compound interest works in mutual funds, which fund type maximises returns, and the power of SIP compounding versus lump sum investments. Learn the importance of starting early rather than investing large amounts and the common mistakes that break compounding.
mutual-fundsAggressive hybrid funds offer a mix of equity growth and debt stability, ideal for investors seeking higher returns with moderate risk. Explore how they work and if they fit your goals.
personal-financeLTA (Leave Travel Allowance) helps salaried employees save tax on travel within India. This guide explains rules, claim limits, eligible expenses, and tips for planning your LTA effectively.
bankingTDS is the tax that the bank deducts before crediting your income. On fixed deposits, it is applied to FD interest once it crosses the yearly threshold, reducing what you receive but counting toward your final tax. Indians choose FDs for predictable returns, capital safety, and steady interest income for goals.
taxStay on top of India’s 2026 financial deadlines with this comprehensive tax calendar. Track ITR filing dates, advance tax instalments, TDS deposits, and investment proof submissions to avoid penalties and optimise tax planning throughout the year.
personal-financeThe 50/30/20 rule is one of the most searched budgeting frameworks because it feels simple enough to start today. But real life has rent spikes, EMIs, lifestyle creep, and goals that do not fit neat boxes. Find out how the 50/30/20 budget rule works, where people struggle with it, and how to adjust it without losing discipline. In such cases, Novelty Wealth helps you track what you actually spend, save, and invest, so a budget rule stays practical.
family-financesStruggling to manage family expenses? Learn how to create a simple monthly family budget, track spending, avoid common mistakes, and use smart tools to gain better control and build long-term financial security.
personal-financeSmall subscriptions feel harmless—but they compound into massive wealth leaks. This blog shows how OTT, apps, and forgotten tools quietly drain your money, the ₹54-lakh opportunity cost, and a simple framework to audit, cancel, and redirect savings into SIPs.
investmentsInternational investing is easier for Indian investors—but outcomes depend on structure. This blog explains global diversification, premiums, fees, estate tax risks, rupee depreciation, and the smartest routes for building international exposure in 2026.
mutual-fundsGilt funds invest in government securities, so credit risk stays low, but returns can still swing. Gilt fund returns rise and fall mainly with interest rates because bond prices move opposite to yields. A longer holding period helps you judge gilt fund performance more fairly. Novelty Wealth helps track gilt mutual funds in one view and compare periods.
stocksOptions are contracts that derive value from an underlying share or index. This guide for beginners breaks down call option vs put option, so you know when a call vs put option tends to align with bullish or protective goals. The aim is to comprehend key terms like strike price, premium, expiry, and moneyness through simple examples to interpret payoff behavior before action.
investmentsSilver and copper are at record highs, driven by electrification, AI infrastructure, and five years of supply shortages. This blog explains the fundamentals, speculative risks, China’s export controls, and what Indian investors should know before investing.
personal-financeEarly retirement isn’t a dream anymore. Learn how Indians are using the FIRE method to gain financial independence and how Novelty Wealth makes planning, tracking, and investing simpler.
mutual-fundsTrack mutual fund performance beyond headline returns. Learn how to evaluate consistency, volatility, Sharpe ratio, rolling returns, benchmark performance, alpha, and beta. See how consolidating your holdings in one dashboard helps spot overlap, manage risk, and make calmer long-term decisions.
stocksFundamental analysis helps investors evaluate the true value of stocks beyond market noise. This blog explains financial ratios analysis, fundamental indicators for stocks, and fundamental valuation while showing how the Novelty Wealth fundamental analysis app simplifies stock fundamental analysis and share market fundamental analysis for long-term investors.
portfolio-managementManual portfolio management is slow and error-prone. See how AI improves monitoring, optimisation, diversification, and MF tracking with Novelty Wealth.
mutual-fundsConfused between SIP and lump sum investing? Learn the key differences, return potential, and behavioural factors to help salaried professionals choose the right mutual fund investment strategy based on goals, cash flow, and risk comfort.
personal-financeStruggling to grow your money or feel uncertain about your finances? The right financial solutions start with clear financial goals. Learn how goal-based planning helps you avoid costly mistakes, make smarter investment choices, and build long-term financial security with structured decision-making.
mutual-fundsInvesting regularly but unsure why your goals still feel distant? This guide shows how to analyse your mutual fund portfolio, spot hidden risks and overlap, and make smarter adjustments for more reliable long-term returns.
personal-financeExplore intelligent investing with a strategic approach to grow savings faster. Learn mindful investing, high return investing ideas, safest investment options, and how AI-driven wealth management helps beginners invest smarter.
personal-financeBefore you set new financial goals for 2026, Understanding your money personality is the first step toward smarter financial decisions in 2026. Whether you're a Procrastinator, Risk Cowboy, Spreadsheet Monk, Overthinker, or Silent Saver, recognizing your habits can help you make clearer, more intentional choices. Novelty Wealth offers personalized insights and guidance to bring clarity to your financial journey.
personal-financeMany salaried professionals earn well yet struggle with a mid-month money crunch - not because they overspend, but because they lack visibility. This blog explains why tracking daily expenses is essential, how small unnoticed transactions drain salaries, and how a smart expense tracker brings clarity, control, and peace of mind to everyday finances.
personal-financeA comprehensive guide to the 25x Lifestyle Comfort Multiple (LCM) retirement strategy. Learn how to allocate 10x in debt and 15x in equity, implement smart withdrawal rules, and avoid common retirement planning mistakes for financial security.
mutual-fundsGenerate predictable retirement income using Systematic Withdrawal Plans in debt mutual funds, paying taxes only on gains while maintaining flexibility, capital preservation, and protection against inflation over time.
mutual-fundsMF Central is the ultimate platform for mutual fund investors, offering a comprehensive range of tools and resources to manage investments. Access real-time performance tracking, expert insights, and seamless portfolio management. Stay updated with market trends and make informed decisions, all in one place for your mutual fund investment journey.
personal-financeUnlock the power of AI to boost your personal finance game. Learn how to use AI-driven tools to track spending, optimize savings, and make smarter investment choices. From budgeting to financial planning, discover how AI can be your 24/7 money-saving partner, helping you manage and grow your wealth effortlessly.
investmentsSystematic Investment Plans (SIP) offer a disciplined way to grow wealth over time. This guide walks you through the process of SIP investing, highlighting its benefits, how to choose the right mutual funds, and tips for maximizing returns. Start building your wealth consistently and strategically with SIP to achieve your long-term financial goals.