Tobacco giant Altria (NYSE: MO) provides investors with a mouthwatering dividend yield of 9%. It's a far higher rate than the S&P 500 average, which yields just 1.4%. But the danger with Altria is that its payout ratio is high, and its long-term future is questionable given the waning demand for cigarettes. Investors who buy the stock are taking on considerable risk
Open FlipBuy or sell stocks: Understanding the recent performance of the Indian stock market is crucial for making informed investment decisions. After a period of range-bound action with a positive bias, the market experienced a significant shift. On Friday, the Nifty 50 index ended 172 points lower after reaching a new peak of 22,794, and the BSE Sensex dropped 732 points from its lifetime high.
Open FlipA handful of sovereign gold bonds (SGBs) are due for early withdrawal in May. You can prematurely withdraw your sovereign gold bond investment once it completes the fifth year. As gold prices continue to rise above Rs 71,000 per 10 grams, investors can expect attractive returns from their sovereign gold bond investments. How much tax will you have to pay if you withdraw prematurely?
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