HDFC Mutual Fund has launched an open ended Gold Exchange Traded Fund, which aims to generate returns in line with the performance of gold. The scheme will invest 90% to 100% in gold bullion. Each unit, approximately equal to 1 gm of gold, will be issued at a premium equivalent to the difference between allotment price and face value. The new fund offer will be available from 25 June, 2010 to 23 July, 2010. Investors can investment a minimum amount of Rs 5,000. The scheme will not charge any entry and exit load. The scheme will be benchmarked against domestic price of physical gold.
Download Tax Saving Mutual Fund Application Forms Invest In Tax Saving Mutual Funds Online Buy Gold Mutual Funds Leave a missed Call on 94 8300 8300 The new finance minister Arun Jaitley has just presented his first budget. What measures does the budget contain that will specifically impact savers and investors? Here they are: 1. Housing loans exemption for self-occupied properties increased to Rs2 lakh: Earlier this amount was Rs1.5 lakhs. This move barely keeps pace with the inflation in asset values. 2. Investment limit under 80 (C) increased to Rs1.5 lakh: This is a good move again and offers some relief to taxpayers. 3. IT exemption increased to Rs2.5 lakh, Rs3 lakh for senior citizens. This comes as a minor relief for taxpayers. 4. Annual PPF ceiling to be enhanced to Rs1.5 lakh, from Rs1 lakh: This is in tune with the change in 80C. 5. Long term capital gains tax for debt funds has been rai...