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ETMarkets Smart Talk | “Tax, TCS & Clarity: What’s holding Indian investors back from going global”, explains Himanshu Kohli
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Indian investors are hesitant to invest overseas due to taxation complexities, cash flow concerns under the Liberalized Remittance Scheme (LRS), and limited awareness of global investment structures. Himanshu Kohli, Co-founder of Client Associates, emphasizes the importance of strategic asset allocation and rebalancing, particularly towards emerging markets, amid strong U.S. market performance.
- 01Taxation complexities and TCS concerns hinder overseas investments for Indian investors.
- 02Rebalancing rather than timing is crucial for optimal asset allocation.
- 03Emerging markets are expected to outperform developed markets during periods of U.S. dollar weakness.
- 04Investors should consider active management for emerging market funds to generate alpha.
- 05The start of the financial year is an ideal time for rebalancing global portfolios.
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Despite the recent highs in global markets, many Indian investors remain cautious about overseas investments due to various hurdles. Himanshu Kohli, Co-founder of Client Associates, identifies taxation complexities, particularly under the Liberalized Remittance Scheme (LRS), and the impact of Tax Collected at Source (TCS) on cash flows as significant concerns. Limited awareness and operational ambiguity regarding global investment structures further complicate the situation. Kohli advises investors to hold existing U.S. assets while gradually reallocating towards emerging markets, especially as historical trends suggest these markets often outperform during periods of U.S. dollar weakness. He emphasizes a strategic approach to asset allocation, advocating for rebalancing rather than timing, and highlights the importance of systematic investing to manage entry risks. As the new financial year begins, Kohli suggests that this is an opportune moment for investors to plan their overseas investments and consider sectors like technology, energy, and defense for potential growth.
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This situation affects Indian investors' ability to diversify their portfolios and potentially miss out on global growth opportunities. Understanding tax implications and investment structures is crucial for better financial planning.
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