Data Centres Go Exotic

Some companies are getting creative with their server farms in an effort to cut energy costs and enhance security.

Boards In Crisis

Can the fragile balance between promoters, boards, and management survive in the face of culture clashes and rampant ego?

The Tide That Sinks All Boats

The rise of nationalism and protectionism has turned free trade into an international political villain. The future of the global economy will hinge on its rehabilitation.

Are Bigger Companies Losing Their Relevance?

Are bigger companies losing their relevance in the economy? A look at the performance of the Fortune India 500 this year compared with past years and relative to the overall economy shows that bigger companies still matter.

PWC's Big Move Away From Audit

Setting up PwC India as a cutting-edge technology company is the legacy chairman Deepak Kapoor wants to leave.

‘WE ARE IN A MARKET THAT IS ON STEROIDS'

From being the exclusive privilege of a few, American Express wants to reposition itself in India as a credit card for the aspiring affluent and tap into the country’s growing consumerism.

Can Swiggy Take More Orders?

Swiggy, which started doorstep delivery of home essentials recently, has the advantage of an existing network. But it will take more than that for Swiggy to find its niche in a space led by BigBasket and Grofers.

Nine Years And Counting

Global PE major TA Associates, which completed nine years in India, is focussed on making more investments here, particularly in the areas of technology, and consumer and financial services.

A Fresh Shot In The Arm

Policy issues and a lack of attention from the central government are plaguing Tamil Nadu’s growth. However, the second edition of the Global Investors Meet sees promises of investments of over `3 lakh crore.

Eyes On The Prize

It was a perfect election year Budget by interim finance minister Piyush Goyal. While the first part of the Budget 2019-20 was all about the NDA’s achievements and successes, the second was all about its vision for the next 10 years, a fervent appeal to the electorate for a return to power.

The Evolution Of Celebrity Endorsements

From plain endorsement deals, the market is now evolving to full-fledged partnerships through innovative structures such as equity deals, royalty arrangements, JVs, and strategic merchandising partnerships.

The Tale Of Three Aces

A few years after the 2008 financial crisis, three Wall Street bankers began thinking of starting something on their own. That’s how digital entertainment company Pocket Aces was born in 2013. Turns out it wasn’t a bad bet after all.

Nostalgia In A Box

Some years ago, Saregama India was staring at a ‘Kodak moment’. Then Carvaan happened. The company tapped into its treasure trove of classic songs to come up with a portable digital radio—a success story which turned around its fortunes.

Singh Is The New King

He Is Fast Turning Into The New Hit Machine And Is The First Choice For Endorsements For A Variety Of Mega Brands. Ranveer Singh Is An Idea Whose Time Has Come.

Nursing Fortis Back To Health

Malaysian healthcare major IHH won the race for India’s second-largest hospital chain after a fierce bidding war, but its real challenge has just begun.

The Battle Of The Bourses

With the shadow of the algo-trading scam hanging over the NSE and a recent change of guard at India’s largest exchange, the BSE is looking to turn its younger rival’s setback into an opportunity to claw back market share.

The Giant Slayer

The Shenzen-based smartphone maker has edged out bigger rivals to claim the top spot in India’s premium smartphone market and is looking to use this experience overseas.

Will Shashi Kiran Shetty's New Business Bets Pay Off?

By helping connect the different stakeholders of global trade, Shashi Kiran Shetty has built a decent logistics business. But as his company, Allcargo, faces challenges, will new business bets pay off?

Oil Is Not Enough

The No. 1 company on the Fortune India 500 list for the ninth time running, IOC, led by chairman Sanjiv Singh, is transforming itself into a ‘complete energy’ firm by investing heavily in alternative fuels as challenges from e-vehicles and tighter emission norms grow.

Striking A Healthy Balance

For years, Narayana Hrudayalaya was synonymous with cardiac care. Over the years, it has added cancer care, neurology, orthopaedics, and nephrology to its services. But one thing remains the same: It still provides high quality, affordable healthcare to the masses.

Looking To Hit A Birdie

Tech Mahindra, which successfully merged the scam-hit Satyam Computer Services with itself in 2013, has not been able to leapfrog into the league of its larger peers despite a steady rise in revenue. Here’s what it is doing to spur growth in these changing times.

The Pay Cheque Is Growing

India Inc’s top executives and directors are getting paid higher than ever. In 2017-18, remunerations of the highest paid 50 executives on the Fortune India 500 list grew 50%.

Forget Pie In The Sky, Drones Are Saving Lives

Drones may one day make your life easier by delivering pizza, but today—in Rwanda—they are already playing a vital role in emergency medical services.

Target: The New Indian Shopper

Walmart paid a staggering $16 billion to take control of India’s largest e-commerce company, Flipkart, as it bet on the country’s growing consumption boom and estimates that consumer spending could grow to $6 trillion by 2030.

Beautiful And Sustainable

Big players in one of the planet’s most polluting industries are finally getting serious about their environmental responsibilities.

A 6/6 Vision For Growth

Eyewear retailer Lenskart wants to grab 50% of the market and become the Maruti Suzuki of the Indian eyewear industry in the next 10 years.

The Clash Of The Classics

The Relaunched Iconic Jawa Motorcycle Brand Is Pitted Against Another Legend, The Royal Enfield, In A Battle For The Premium Motorcycle Segment In The World’S Largest Two-Wheeler Market.

When Workers And Investors Share The Wealth

Being stingy with pay and benefits can boost profits in the short term. But companies—and their stocks—may do better when they’re generous.

Another Shot At Survival

India’s Oldest Department Store Chain Is Looking To Reinvent Itself In The Face Of Stiff Competition From Online Retailers And More High-profile Bricks-and Mortar Chains. Will It Succeed?

The Deal Makers

Conservative— that’s how​ Nomura India describes its approach to doing business. Yet, it has grown to be one of the top investment bankers in the country. Here’s how the firm did it.