November 16, 2024
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Advanced Strategies and Taxation for ETF Investments

Advanced Strategies:

  1. Sectoral Rotations: Use ETFs to invest in sectors expected to perform well in the short term, like IT or Pharma.
  2. Asset Allocation: Balance between Equity, Gold, and Debt ETFs based on market conditions.
  3. International Diversification: Reduce country-specific risks by investing in global ETFs.

Taxation of ETFs in India:

  1. Equity ETFs:

    • Short-term capital gains (held <12 months): 15%.
    • Long-term capital gains (held >12 months): 10% (above ₹1 lakh).

  2. Debt/Gold ETFs:

    • Short-term capital gains (held <36 months): Taxed as per your income slab.
    • Long-term capital gains (held >36 months): 20% with indexation benefits.

Tips for Maximizing Returns:

  • Opt for ETFs with high liquidity and low tracking errors.
  • Use SIPs to invest systematically.
  • Keep an eye on bid-ask spreads to minimize transaction costs.