New regime narrows LTCG-regular income tax gap. Are equities still worth it?
Last Update Date: 06-10-2026
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Abhishek Kumar's role: Quoted
Abhishek Kumar said the change may lead some investors to move away from equity-oriented funds held for tax reasons, and suggested a bucket approach for those near retirement, with debt for near-term needs and equity for long-term growth.
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Mint examines how the Budget 2025 tax changes have narrowed the gap between tax on regular income and on long-term capital gains for people earning up to ₹24 lakh. It discusses why equity-oriented funds held mainly for tax reasons may now appeal less, and what this means for retirees and conservative investors.
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New regime narrows LTCG-regular income tax gap. Are equities still worth it?