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New Delhi: Indian equities have continued to demonstrate strong long-term wealth creation potential, delivering 11-12 per cent CAGR over the last 20 years, with the Nifty 50 boosting investors’ wealth by more than 8 times, a report on Tuesday showed.Over the long term, equities have grown nearly 80 times since 1990, yielding a 13 per cent annual return, according to FundsIndia’s ‘Wealth Conversion Report’. It says, “Overall, timing the market is more important than timing the market, as every major market correction in history has ultimately been followed by a correction and long-term wealth creation.” The report highlights that market…

DarthArt/iStock/Getty Images Commitment to our readers The GOBankingRates editorial team is committed to providing you with unbiased reviews and information. We use data-driven methods to evaluate financial products and services – our reviews and ratings are not influenced by advertisers. You can read more about our editorial guidelines and our review methodology for products and services. 20 yearsHelping you become richer trusted by millions of readers In terms of reliability for your buck, Japanese automakers continue to rule the roads. Except BMW at number 5, consumer Reports Six of the top seven spots in car sales go to Japanese nameplates,…

© Wadi Foucault / Shutterstock.com Replacing your salary with dividend stocks could be an interesting proposition. However, it is not as easy as it seems. Replacing an $85,000 salary in retirement through dividend stocks requires research and planning. In addition to dividends, you may also consider pensions, Social Security benefits and other income sources to create a buffer that works for your retirement lifestyle. The math to replace the $85,000 salary with dividend shares can be simplified through a reverse calculation. You start with the amount you need to reach the amount you need to invest. Let’s see how it…

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Gemini/GooglePresident Donald Trump’s blockade of Iranian ports is now in effect, and prices for Americans are expected to keep rising as the Iranian war continues. The war, which began in late February when the US and Israel launched attacks on Iran, has caused major economic impacts across the US. Here are the prices that are expected to rise and have already increased across NYC.

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USA TODAY NETWORK/ReutersThe top prosecutor in Texas announced on April 13 that her office had launched an investigation into Lululemon over the possible presence of toxic “forever chemicals” in activewear, although the company claimed the allegations were false. Attorney General Ken Paxton said he has launched an investigation to determine whether the clothing company misled consumers about the safety…

Alpha Longevity Management has launched a US specialized finance strategy for Japanese institutional investors led by former members of Nikko Asset Management’s team.London, UK / Access Newswire / April 13, 2026 / Alpha Growth plc (“Alpha” or the “Company”), the leading global specialist in longevity assets, insurance-linked strategies and alternative yield solutions, today announced that its asset management subsidiary, Alpha Longevity Management Limited (“ALM”) has launched a US-Focused Special Finance and Unaffiliated Alternative Strategies for Japanese Institutional InvestorsDeepening the firm’s strategic expansion into Asia’s institutional capital markets.The strategy is led by a Former senior member of Nikko Asset Management (Amova)…

USA TODAY NETWORK/ReutersTwo Miami residents allegedly defrauded friends and friends’ family members out of nearly $45,000, along with other luxury items, for a Royal Caribbean cruise on which they were never booked. Antonio Diaz, 65, and his wife, Maria Blasco Diaz, 64, were arrested on April 7 and allegedly stole a total of $200,259.85, according to a Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office arrest report. One of the victims…

Sorapong/Getty Images/iStockphoto Commitment to our readers The GOBankingRates editorial team is committed to providing you with unbiased reviews and information. We use data-driven methods to evaluate financial products and services – our reviews and ratings are not influenced by advertisers. You can read more about our editorial guidelines and our review methodology for products and services. 20 yearsHelping you become richer trusted by millions of readers Everyone has heard the advice to “make your money work for you,” but it usually comes with one big problem: No one tells you where to put your money so it can start working.…