Articles by Affluence Advisory

ESOP Tax Relief for Employees of Startup Registered Companies

Affluence Advisory 29 April 2026 at 09:11

Understand ESOP taxation in India with a clear breakdown of grant, vesting, exercise, and sale stages. Learn how tax deferral for DPIIT-recognized startups under Section 80-IAC reduces cash-flow burden and impacts employees compared to normal companies.

SEBI Quarterly Compliances for Listed Companies under LODR Regulations

Affluence Advisory 23 April 2026 at 09:16

SEBI LODR quarterly compliance guide covering trading window closure, shareholding pattern, RTA certificate, corporate governance filings and financial disclosures for listed companies in India.

The Buyback Tax Reset: Navigating the "Promoter Penalty" and the New Capital Gains Framework

Affluence Advisory 20 April 2026 at 09:18

Union Budget 2026 reshapes dividend vs buyback decisions with a shift to capital gains taxation, introducing promoter penalties and forcing boards to adopt strategic, tax-efficient capital distribution models.

RBI's NBFC Exemption: Unlocking a Surge of Specialized Lenders?

Affluence Advisory 15 April 2026 at 10:09

RBI proposes exempting small NBFCs (up to Rs 1,000 crore assets) from registration, reducing compliance burdens, boosting innovation, and reshaping India's credit ecosystem while maintaining financial stability.

Beyond the Salary: How ESOPs are Fuelling the New Indian Dream

Affluence Advisory 11 April 2026 at 09:06

Explore how ESOPs are redefining the "New Indian Dream" in 2025 turning employees into stakeholders, enabling wealth creation, and what every startup professional must know about equity, taxation, and risks.

Calibrated Capital: Decoding India's FDI Policy Shift

Affluence Advisory 04 April 2026 at 09:38

India’s Press Note 2 (2026) revamps FDI rules for land-bordering countries, introducing a 10% beneficial ownership threshold, easing restrictions and enabling faster approvals while safeguarding national security.

Decriminalising Tax Lapses: Technical Errors vs Frauds What NITI Aayog's 2026 Reforms Mean for You

Affluence Advisory 27 March 2026 at 09:42

Explore how the Income-tax Act, 2025 transforms India's tax system from fear-driven enforcement to trust-based governance. Learn about decriminalisation of minor offences, Rs 1 crore prosecution thresholds, relief for technical errors, and how the 2026 reforms protect honest taxpayers while targeting fraud.

Globalising Your Portfolio: Navigating FEMA, LRS and ODI for Startup Investments

Affluence Advisory 25 March 2026 at 09:40

Explore how Indian residents can invest in global startups in 2026 using LRS and ODI routes. Understand limits, TCS rules, compliance steps, and FEMA regulations to build a secure and diversified international investment portfolio.

India Liberalizes FDI from Land-Border Nations: ESOPs Now Accessible for NRIs and Overseas Firms

Affluence Advisory 23 March 2026 at 09:40

India eases FDI rules under Press Note 3 (2026), introducing a 10% beneficial ownership threshold, faster approvals, and ESOP flexibility for investors from land-border countries like China and Hong Kong boosting cross-border investments and startup growth.

The 180-Day Clock: How SEBI's New Investigation Cap is a Game Changer for Issuers

Affluence Advisory 18 March 2026 at 09:15

SEBI's 180-day rule mandates SME IPO probe milestones within 6 months, ending regulatory delays, curbing fund diversion, and boosting investor confidence through faster, time-bound enforcement.