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Shining Bright: The Silver Story 2025. Silver Hits a 13-Year High — But Why?

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  🔧 Industrial Demand: The Underdog Story: Silver isn’t just for jewellery or safe-haven play—it’s essential in solar panels, electric vehicles, 5G electronics, and advanced medical devices . ·         Solar Energy Boom : Each solar cell uses silver—a growing renewable-energy trend directly boosting industrial demand. ·         Tech Revolution : As electronics get smaller and smarter, silver’s conductivity makes it critical. This dual role— investment metal and industrial workhorse—gives silver a rare long-term demand foundation.   📉 Dollar Weakness & Gold-Silver Ratio: ·         As the dollar slides, hard assets like silver become more attractive. ·         Historically, the gold-silver ratio  averages around 70:1 — but current ratios near 100:1  suggest silver may have more room to rise as it catches up ...

Lifeline - A House of Investment Solutions : Monthly Newsletter (June 2025)

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Are NRI Clients Exempt from Paying Capital Gains Tax in India?

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  Non - Resident Indians (NRIs) often invest in Indian Financial instruments like Mutual Funds and Stocks. However, the Tax Treatment of Capital Gains depends on their country of residence and whether india has a Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement (DTAA) with that country. Here's breakdown of how NRIs can benefit from tax exemptions. Key Points About Capital Gains Tax for NRIs : 1. Exemption for NRIs Residing in DTAA Countries NRIs residing in countries that have a DTAA with India (e.g., UAE, Singapore, Mauritius) are exempt from paying capital gains tax on Mutual Fund Investments Structured as Trusts. The capital gains tax is levied only in the NRI's country of residence rather than India. 2. Tax Residency Certificate (TRC) is Mandatory To avail of DTAA benefits, NRIs must submit a valid  Tax Residency Certificate (TRC) issued by their country of residence.  The TRC serves as proof that the individual qualifies for DTAA based tax exemptions. 3. Applicability of DTAA Ben...