FD Intelligence Guide
What is a Fixed Deposit?
A Fixed Deposit (FD) is a cornerstone of conservative wealth management. It involves depositing a lump sum for a fixed tenure at a predetermined, guaranteed interest rate, shielding your capital from market volatility.
Core Formula (Compound)
A = P(1 + r/n)^ntStrategic Advantages
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Capital Safety
Predictable returns with zero market risk.
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FD Laddering
Split deposits across multiple tenures for liquidity.
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Tax Benefits
Tax-saver FDs offer 80C deductions (5yr lock-in).
⚠ The Tax Reality
FD interest is fully taxable as per your income tax slab. Banks deduct TDS (10%) if interest exceeds:
- General Citizens:₹40,000 / year
- Senior Citizens:₹50,000 / year
📉 Inflation Awareness
Your Real Rate of Return is the FD rate minus inflation. If your FD gives 7% and inflation is 6%, your actual wealth grows by only 1%.
((1 + Rate) / (1 + Inflation)) - 1
Frequently Asked Questions
Standardization Authority
Global Financial Reserve Reporting Standards (v4.2)
Last Audit
January 2026 | Reviewed by Senior Financial Analysts