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Know your real returns on fixed deposit
Mar-28-2022

For many of us, across generations, fixed deposits (FDs) are the preferred method of saving. Fixed deposits are considered safe and liquid assets that can be used to fulfill any unforeseen urgent need. Most of us see them as investments to help us increase our money, and for many Indian households, FDs are their sole source of income.
While Inflation in India has been within controlled levels over the last seven years, however, retail inflation has surged to 6.30% in May 2021. Loose monetary policy across the world, including in India, would result in a high inflation environment for the next few years. Bank FD returns, on the other hand, are anticipated to stay low due to the central banks' and government's focus on economic recovery following COVID.
Furthermore, we frequently overlook the tax owed on FD interest earnings. Given current and predicted inflation, as well as the tax burden on interest earnings, it's critical to understand and re-estimate your real FD earnings.
If you're unsure what to do, we recommend checking out IndiaP2P, your go-to destination for alternative investing. IndiaP2P provides scientifically designed investment products that reduce the risk of losses while maintaining high returns (2x of returns offered by FDs).
FYI: An average Indian family consumes over 100 kilos of potatoes every year.
Author: Ravinder Voomidisingh
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