Business Today India - January 05, 2025

In this issue

Highlights of Business Today ,5th January, 2025:

Mint Fresh
Sanjay Malhotra, the new RBI Governor, brings a fresh pair of eyes to the ongoing growth-versus-inflation debate.

War Paint
Birla Opus Paints’ big-bang entry has already started hurting the incumbents..

500 THE SURGING STARS

FIRMS THAT ARE PART OF THE BT500 UNIVERSE HAVE HAD A PRETTY GOOD YEAR. THE CONSOLIDATED MARKET CAP OF THESE COMPANIES JUMPED NEARLY 40% OVER THE PAST YEAR. BUT GOING AHEAD THESE FIRMS WILL HAVE TO NAVIGATE MANY CHALLENGES

6 mins

THE NUTS & BOLTS

The BT500 ranking is based on a master sample of around 4,800 listed firms

1 min

Win Some, Lose Some

Some firms from sectors like shipping, renewables, and railways witnessed remarkable upswings in their one-year average market valuations. But, firms in the gas transmission, power, FMCG, chemicals, diamond and jewellery sectors witnessed a decline

7 mins

GROWING BIG ON TECH

Across its businesses, Mukesh Ambani-led Reliance Industries - India's largest company by market cap - is harnessing the digital medium and technology to boost productivity and make it future-ready

6 mins

THE NIMBLE GIANT

The Tata group is a heavyweight in the BT500 list of India's most valuable companies with 16 firms, from IT behemoth TCS to Titan, Tata Motors, Tata Steel, and Trent, among others

5 mins

IN TOP GEAR

R.C. Bhargava-led Maruti Suzuki jumped four places in the 2024 BT500 list thanks to a 32% increase in market capitalisation over last year. With an impending foray into EVs, the company is looking to consolidate its leadership over the passenger cars market

5 mins

RECIPE FOR SUCCESS

Once dismissed as a risky bet, Zomato has defied expectations. After hitting rock bottom in July 2022, the company's share price has reached record highs, and it has stormed into the Top 50 on the BT500 list

4 mins

Decoding India Inc.'s M-cap Surge

The past year has been a testament to the resilience and dynamism of India Inc. Despite a positive outlook, there are several challenges that companies may face

3 mins

CHOPPY WATERS, CALM SEAS

The banking sector remains fraught with uncertainties; however, India's Top 3 banks - HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, and SBI have shown remarkable resilience

6 mins

GROWTH COVER

Public sector insurers have seen remarkable growth this year. But new-age insurance firms are adding vigour to the sector, setting the stage for an exciting future

5 mins

The Power Rangers

India's power demand is set to grow at over 7% CAGR, higher than earlier estimates of 5%, with major companies ramping up investment to keep pace with future requirements

5 mins

In Pursuit of Good Health

The past year has been eventful for the Indian pharma sector, with some companies witnessing growth, and some challenges. The outlook for the sector, however, remains positive

5 mins

HOME RUN

After a decade-long slowdown, India’s real estate market reached its highest decadal sales level in the first half of 2024

4 mins

RIDING THE WAVES

The shipping industry is on the brink of a transformation. Beyond government support and technological advancements, what are the other driving forces and emerging trends that will define the landscape in 2025?

6 mins

FRESH ON THE STREET

IPOs have come back with a bang in 2024, with a record ₹1.3 lakh crore raised till October. As a result, many newly-listed firms have made it to the BT500 list

6 mins

"India is the only market globally with substantial growth"

RHI Magnesita CEO Stefan Borgas on the company's M&A strategy, why India is important, the way ahead, and more

6 mins

ON THE WILD SIDE

LOVE WILDLIFE BUT DON'T WANT TO GIVE UP ON THE FINER THINGS WHILE ON A TRIP TO SPOT ANIMALS? CHECK OUT THESE LUXURIOUS WILDLIFE RESORTS FOR THE HOLIDAY SEASON

3 mins

REDEFINING AMBITION

Shashikant Ruia was a visionary entrepreneur who navigated challenges with resilience. He leaves behind a rich legacy of ambition and leadership

3 mins

"RADICAL CHANGE NEEDED TO IMPROVE URBAN INFRA"

K.P. Singh, Chairman Emeritus of DLF, on the dynamic nature of the real estate sector, challenges in urban planning, and more

3 mins

"FOR RATAN TATA, IT WAS ALWAYS NATION FIRST"

Thomas Matthew, former IAS officer, on his new biography of Ratan Tata, the late Chairman Emeritus of Tata Sons

3 mins

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