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The rise of Trump poses a paradox of higher education

An elitist college system seems to have deepened divisions in the US and this may hold lessons for India too

There's a case for heavy taxes on MNC royalties

Royalty payments to MNCs by their local units have been rising-even going above dividend payouts in some cases. India needs shareholder vigilance and fiscal action to curb excesses

Financial frauds evolve fast but we can still safeguard ourselves

While technology has transformed how scamsters operate, reliable ways exist to dodge their traps

Smart-beta funds: A guide to balancing your portfolio

Tailor-made strategies will help you navigate the market cycles better and optimize returns

Leaving your estate to charity: Key considerations for your will

I wish to prepare my will and donate everything to charity instead of leaving it to my children. I am 68 years old and a divorcee, with four children who are all well-off.

QUALITY VS VALUE: WHY QUALITY INVESTING DELIVERS BETTER LONG-TERM RETURNS

Approaching quality as an investment factor provides a source of long-term alpha

THE SECOND COMING OF BLUESTONE

After being laid low by the pandemic, the IPO-bound jewellery startup has begun to turn around

Huawei to drop Android in gadgets

Huawei Technologies Co. said that from next year its new smartphones and tablets will run on an operating system stripped of Google's open-source Android technology.

JSW, SAIL in talks to import coking coal

JSW Steel and state-run Steel Authority of India (SAIL) are in talks with Mongolian authorities to import two shipments of coking coal, two people with direct knowledge of the matter said.

Siemens net up 45% to ₹775 cr in Jul-Sep

Siemens on Tuesday posted a 45% jump in its net profit to ₹775 crore in the July-September quarter compared to the year-ago period on higher revenues.

First gen entrepreneur, Essar co-founder Shashi Ruia dies

Ruia and his brother turned a small construction business into an infra conglomerate

MTM valuation for repo transactions

Markets regulator Sebi on Tuesday decided to introduce new valuation metrics for repurchase or repo transactions by mutual funds, whereby securities used in such transactions will be valued on a mark-to-market (MTM) basis.

Vedanta Resources raises $800 mn

UK-based Vedanta Resources, the parent of India's Vedanta, has raised $800 million from global investors through a new bond issue.

M&M unveils first new electric SUVs

Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) on Tuesday announced the launch of its first ground-up electric sport utility vehicles (SUVs), the BE 6e and XEV 9e, priced at ₹18.9 lakh and ₹21.9 lakh (ex-showroom), respectively.

More than 270 mn 5G subs by '24-end

India is poised to become a 5G powerhouse in the coming years, with projections indicating that 5G subscriptions will exceed 270 million by the end of 2024, according to the latest Ericsson Mobility Report.

Angel One's AMC gets nod for MF biz

Fintech player Angel One on Tuesday said its subsidiary Angel One Asset Management Co. has received markets regulator Sebi's approval to begin mutual fund operations.

Walmart to reverse course on diversity, equality initiatives

Walmart Inc. is reversing course on diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, joining a growing list of businesses retreating on DEI programmes targeted by conservative activists.

PC mkt sees highest quarterly supply

PC supplies in the Indian market increased marginally in the July-September period to 4.49 million units, which is the highest ever in a quarter, market research firm International Data Corporation (IDC) said in a report on Tuesday.

Trump pledges tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China

President-elect's plans come after tough economic rhetoric on the campaign trail

Elon Musk buying MSNBC? A difficult feat, because it isn't for sale

Can Elon Musk make a run at acquiring MSNBC? It would be a steep climb. One big reason: it isn't for sale.

Disney settles suit over women's pay for $43 million

Some 9,000 current and former female employees of the entertainment giant eventually joined the suit

Buffett donates $1 bn. He has estate-planning advice for everyone.

Buffett's huge position in Berkshire means a rapid selling of his stock could jolt the share price

ASCI flags violations in Maharashtra realty ads

The advertising watchdog's scrutiny has led to penalties of about ₹90 lakh

ShareChat operator to rev up algorithm

Homegrown social media unicorn Mohalla Tech, which operates ShareChat and short video platform Moj, will increase investments in improving its algorithms to suggest more accurate and personalized content, as it seeks to bolster user retention, a top company official said on Tuesday.

Streambox launches subscription-based TV

Dor aims to redefine home entertainment by offering high-quality, 4K QLED TV bundled with streaming apps

HC stays Seci order barring Reliance Power from bids

State-run firm barred Anil Ambani company for allegedly submitting fake bank guarantee

Wipro tasks insider to revive fortunes in its No. 2 market

Nisal, who is based out of London, will take over the role immediately, reporting to CEO and MD Pallia

LIC, others oppose Goenka as Zee MD

Norges, the world's largest sovereign wealth fund, which owns 3.96% in Zee, okayed Goenka's reappointment

Outlook on Adani firms cut

Moody's cuts outlook on seven Adani companies; Fitch flags Adani bonds for possible downgrades

US DFC's $500 mn loan to Adani group for Lanka port is pending

Colombo West International Terminal aims to counter Chinese influence in Sri Lanka, boost the local economy