It’s a plan that U.S. President Joe Biden’s administration is backing heavily but so far Europe’s most powerful governments in Paris, Berlin and Rome are unconvinced. Washington policymakers are piling pressure on their allies to ditch their hang-ups over what would be an unprecedented step fraught with legal, ethical and political difficulties. “It’s never been … Read more
The shares, dividends, and debentures that have remained unclaimed for seven years or more get transferred to the Investor Education and Protection Fund (IEPF), a repository set up under the Companies Act of 1956. Deposits and interest left unclaimed for over 10 years in inactive bank accounts are transferred to the RBI Depositor Education Awareness … Read more
Cyclones are an unfortunate yet common occurrence in some parts, especially along coastal regions. These powerful storms can cause widespread destruction, including damage to personal vehicles and property. If your bike was damaged due to a recent cyclone, here is a comprehensive guide to filing an insurance claim. Understanding bike insurance Most banks and non-banking … Read more
Artificial intelligence is expected to reshape the wealth management industry — and those who don’t embrace the technology are at risk of falling behind, experts believe. Those in the younger, digitally native generation are now aging and growing their wealth. They expect more digitization and personalization, so wealth management firms are turning to AI to … Read more
When visiting a bank branch to purchase a financial product, it is essential to understand the various forms of mis-selling that can occur. Mis-selling refers to the unethical practice of selling financial products to customers without providing accurate and complete information about the product, resulting in the customer making ill-informed decisions. “Banks must ensure their … Read more