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Monster Hunter Now is set to unleash Deviljho, a fearsome Brute wyvern, in its upcoming Vernal Invader update. This formidable monster comes with unique challenges and rewards, making it a highly anticipated addition for fans of the game, according to a Dexerto report.

Also Read: Small caps cause inflows into equity mutual funds to spike 23% in February: AMFI data Multi-asset allocation funds have been pitched as a less volatile option compared to their aggressive hybrid equity counterparts, offering indexation benefits if the equity allocation lies between 35 to 65%. This proposition, coupled with the recent tax changes, makes these funds an attractive choice for those seeking diversified, tax-efficient investment avenues. Last year we witnessed the launch of nine multi-asset allocation funds by different fund houses.

Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray on Saturday said he had told quota activist Manoj Jarange that reservations for Marathas will not be technically possible and urged the community to not fall prey to false promises. Speaking at an event organised to mark the party's 18th foundation day in Nashik, Thackeray said if one community gets reservations in government jobs and education, all communities will make similar demands. «When I met Jarange, I had told him that it would not be technically possible to grant reservation to the Maratha community. For this, a session of the Lok Sabha is necessary. Moreover, this issue is not limited to the Marathas alone but communities in every state. If one community gets reservations, all communities will make the same demand. I request the Maratha brethren not to fall prey to false promises,» Thackeray said.

Online trading applications have helped new-age investors and traders participate in Futures and Options trading as per their requirements.

Tata Chemicals was the top gainer with a 36% return, followed by a 28% upside in Tata Investment Corporation. Altogether the combined market capitalisation of all 24 listed Tata stocks shot up by about Rs 85,000 crore to Rs 31.6 lakh crore, shows data pulled from ACE Equity.

The market for RIA firms hasn’t cooled so far in the first quarter of 2024, but acquisition prices aren’t yet overheated, says Bob Oros, chairman and CEO of Hightower Advisors.

BlackRock Inc. said it’s acquiring SpiderRock Advisors, an asset management and technology firm, to expand its customized investing strategies to wealthy clients.

AstraZeneca is in the process of 15 new launches in India including novel products and new indications of existing assets in two years, said Sanjeev Panchal, managing director of AstraZeneca Pharma India. «We would be doing 15 new launches starting 2023 until 2025,» he told ET. The products would be in the therapeutic segments of oncology; cardiovascular, renal, and metabolic (CVRM) diseases; respiratory and immunology; and rare diseases. Some of the new products would be biologics or monoclonal antibodies, Panchal said. To expand access to its innovative therapies, AstraZeneca is working on strategies such as public-private partnerships (PPPs) for screening and early diagnosis, entering licensing deals with India pharmaceutical companies to enhance reach, and following a country-wise or tiered pricing approach in India linked to economic indicators, ensuring the prices of the drugs are relatively lower than advanced countries, he said.

Helldivers 2, the sequel to Helldivers, offers intense third-person gameplay with challenging enemies like the Bile Titans. This guide provides tips on locating and defeating these formidable foes, as per a Dexerto report.

India's life insurance sector, ranking 10th globally, is one of the fastest-growing sectors. This strength isn't by chance - it's fueled by two key engines: rapid digital adoption and an understanding of changing customer preferences. Anyone connected to modern living knows that Indians use their smartphones and mobile devices to search for their needs.

Sanand Plant in Gujarat, India, celebrated a significant milestone, reaching the production landmark of 1 million cars. The plant, which was established around 14 years ago to manufacture small cars, has evolved into a key facility for producing electric vehicles (EVs) and factory-fitted compressed natural gas (CNG) cars. According to Shailesh Chandra, Managing Director of Tata Motors Passenger Vehicle and Tata Passenger Electric Mobility, the Sanand-1 plant contributes to 20% of the company's total car production. Plant Evolution and Production Details Production Evolution

Smartphone maker Xiaomi said that following its continuous spend in innovation capabilities, it aims to enhance artificial intelligence (AI)-driven consumer experience, as a part of its premiumisation strategy. «We have been continuing to invest in our innovation capabilities. But now, as we plan out the next evolution of Xiaomi in India, we focus on premiumisation, and smartphone AIoT. India is becoming aspirational,» Muralikrishnan B, president, Xiaomi India told ETTelecom. Further, the top executive said that the country's increasing disposable income and GDP growth offers an exciting opportunity to the company, and the smartphone major is betting big on premiumisation.

The top executives at three of Canada’s biggest banks took home less than their target pay last year, according to new filings.

MUMBAI : Mumbai: Net inflows into equity mutual funds jumped to a 23-month high in February, led by a surge of investments in thematic or sectoral funds. Net inflows rose 23% month-on-month to ₹26,865.78 crore, the highest since March 2022, data released by the Association of Mutual Funds in India (Amfi) showed on Friday. Thematic or sectoral fund inflows rose a whopping 134.4% month-on-month to ₹11,262.72 crore in February, from ₹4,804.69 crore in January.

Easterly Asset Management is eyeing growth through some changes to its sales and business development functions.

According to the firm's annual results published today (8 March), assets under management rose by £15.1bn to £162.3bn last year, thanks to net flows of £4.2bn and positive market movements of £10.9bn.  External net inflows of £3.3bn, up from £1.7bn in 2022, were driven by net inflows of £2.7bn into its global equity strategies, including RLAM's first Japanese mandate, as well as net inflows of £1.4bn into cash funds, as investors sought to take advantage of rising rates.  These inflows were partially offset by £800m net outflows on the asset manager's sustainable funds. Royal Londo...

SIP investments involve regularly investing a fixed amount at scheduled intervals, typically monthly. The collected funds are then used to purchase units in mutual funds. The goal is to inculcate a disciplined and gradual approach to investing.

Gone are the days when money management was solely perceived as a man's domain. Today, women are breaking gender barriers in business, challenging societal norms where financial independence was traditionally seen as a male privilege.

Several tax-related initiatives can encourage women's participation in the stock market. The declining number of demat accounts among women is a concerning trend, highlighted by CA Sandeep Agrawal, Director and Co-founder at Teamlease Regtech. Meanwhile, Tax Expert Megha Jain from ClearTax proposes various tax-related initiatives to encourage women's participation in the stock market.  

For this women’s day, we wanted to highlight the different aspects of a woman’s financial life. We talked to a few female mutual fund distributors (MFDs), and SEBI registered investment advisors to share their experience handling women investors.

These words ring true, reminding us that we are the architects of our financial journey.