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National Savings Schemes See Decline in Profit Rates- May 2024

National Savings Schemes See Decline in Profit Rates- May 2024

In May 2024, the federal government adjusted profit rates across various national savings schemes. Bahbood Savings Certificates (BSC), Pensioner Benefit Account (PBA), and Shuhada Family Welfare Account (SFWA) experienced a 25 percent decrease, while Defence Savings Certificates (DSC), Sarwa Islamic Savings Account (SISA), and Saving Account Rate (SAR) remained unchanged. Regular Income Certificates (RIC) dropped … Read more

National Savings Schemes Profit Rates Decreased Again

National Savings Schemes See Decline in Profit Rates- May 2024

The Central Directorate of National Savings (CDNS) has lowered the interest rates on several National Savings Schemes starting from February 21, 2024. This marks the third consecutive reduction in the past two months. The decision is in line with the decreasing inflation and interest rates across the country. According to the CDNS notification, several schemes … Read more

FBR Announces 15% Holding Tax On Profits Of National Savings Schemes

FBR Announces 15% Holding Tax On Profits Of National Savings Schemes

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has announced a 15% holding tax on the profits of National Savings Schemes (NSS). According to the report, this tax rate will be effective from July 1, 2021. A statement issued in this regard said that 15% would be applicable to those who are included in the list of … Read more