The proposed budget for the 2026-27 fiscal year has introduced significant concerns for investors in savings certificates. The government proposes to double the source tax or advance tax on profits from these certificates, increasing the rate to 10 percent. This policy change is expected to directly impact millions of middle-class families and pensioners who rely on these returns for their livelihood. Consequently, these individuals will receive a lower net amount of money upon withdrawing their profits. The measure was detailed in the Finance Bill 2026 recently presented in the National Parliament. This tax hike places additional financial pressure on those seeking stability through government savings schemes.