A liquid fund is a type of debt mutual fund that holds very short term, high quality instruments, so its value moves little and you can usually redeem within a day. For money you might need in a few weeks to a few months, it often earns a bit more than a plain savings account while staying fairly stable. It is not guaranteed though. Even liquid funds can wobble in a crisis, so it is not the same safety as a bank deposit. For money you need this week, a savings account or sweep FD is simpler. For a buffer a month or two out, a liquid fund can make sense. Gains are taxed, and debt fund tax rules in India changed recently, so confirm the current treatment with a CA or a qualified advisor before you count on a specific after tax return.
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The free, India-first walkthrough of what a mutual fund and an index fund actually are, direct vs regular plans, and how a SIP works.
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