Does Form 4868 move the April 15 tax deadline for payments?

No. Form 4868 only extends your time to file the return. Any tax due should still be paid by the April 15 tax deadline to limit interest and potential penalties. Estimate conservatively, keep your e-file and payment proofs, and reconcile after you receive all brokerage and income statements.

How can refunds affect ^GSPC in late February to April?

Refunds can add cash to the market and support risk appetite, especially in broad ETFs and large caps. We often see stronger retail participation as status updates progress. Still, taxpayers who owe may sell to raise funds before the April 15 tax deadline, creating short-term dips that later normalize.

What is the best way to track a US tax refund from India?

Use the “IRS Where’s My Refund” tool after your e-file is accepted. Ensure your direct deposit details match the filed return to reduce errors. Check status periodically, not hourly, and keep your acknowledgment emails. If the IRS requests documents, respond quickly so the process does not stall.

Does Indiana tax extension follow federal rules?

Indiana often aligns with federal filing dates and recognizes a valid federal extension for extra time to file. Payments generally remain due around April. Confirm current instructions with the Indiana Department of Revenue, and coordinate state and federal steps so cash planning around the April 15 tax deadline stays on track.

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^GSPC Today: February 16 — Tax Refund Flows, Extension Rules in Focus

ByHuzaifa Zahoor February 16, 2026February 16, 2026

The April 15 tax deadline sits at the center of near-term US equity flows, and it matters to India-based investors in US assets. As tax refunds arrive and payment rules kick in, liquidity and breadth for ^GSPC can shift week by week. Today we break down filing-versus-payment rules, Form 4868 extension basics, “IRS Where’s My Refund” tracking, and why Indiana tax extension alignment can help planning. We also map technical levels and risk controls so you can position portfolios into late February through the April 15 tax deadline with clarity.