Building an emergency fund? Here’s when a sweep-in FD beats a liquid fund & when it doesn’t

Sweep-in fixed deposits and liquid funds offer better returns than savings accounts. Sweep-in FDs provide immediate access for money needed within a week. Liquid funds become more attractive for holding periods around three months. Combining both options balances liquidity, returns, and flexibility effectively. Taxation differs, with FD interest taxed as it accrues and fund gains…

Baroda BNP MF names Madhu Nair as new CEO

Madhu Nair has been appointed the new chief executive officer of Baroda BNP Paribas Mutual Fund. He will succeed Sanjay Grover, who served as interim CEO since August 2025. Nair brings extensive experience from various sales and distribution roles in the mutual fund industry. Baroda BNP Paribas Mutual Fund is a joint venture between Bank…