Why Fixed Deposit Investors Are Being Treated Unfairly!!
Fixed deposits are the most common and trusted investment choice in India. Parents, retirees, and salaried families rely on them for safety and stability. Yet, when it comes to taxation, fixed deposits face a silent disadvantage. Unlike capital market investments, where tax is paid only on realised gains, FD interest is taxed every year, even if the money is not withdrawn. This taxation on accruals weakens compounding in an already low-return asset. In this episode, we talk about why this imbalance exists, how capital markets have a stronger collective voice, and why fixed deposit investors…
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