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PRUDENT PRACTICES
Banks worldwide navigate a complex balancing act, steering economies toward growth while safeguarding financial stability through thoughtful management of interest rates and credit risks
RETAIN ROULETTE
Inexperienced investors spin the market wheel, chasing dizzying valuations and risking a bubble burst
UNRAVELED THREADS
Bangladesh's crisis disrupts global textiles, offering India a potential opportunity, but production constraints limit its gains
PASSING THE BATON
Succession planning helps ensure uninterrupted leadership
RISKY BUSINESS?
SEBI's efforts to protect retail investors from derivatives market risks could inadvertently dampen market volumes
INFLATION-PROOF YOUR CHILD'S FUTURE
Inflation might be stealing your child's future, but children's mutual funds can be their superhero
EMBRACE UNCERTAINTY, SAYS MARKS
Howard Marks urges investors to embrace uncertainty, long-term thinking, and focus on controllables, shunning in his memo “The Folly of Certainty”
IMPORTANT JARGON
70% OF INDIVIDUAL INTRADAY TRADERS IN THE EQUITY CASH SEGMENT MAKE LOSSES, FINDS SEBI STUDY
AN ASCENT T'O NEW HEIGHTS
The IMF predicts India's economy to reach 55 trillion by 2047, driven by various economic indicators showing positive growth and government initiatives
CARRY TRADE CRASH: GLOBAL MARKETS REEL
Japan’s Policy Shift Sends Shockwaves Through Global Markets, Including India, as Yen Carry Trade Disintegrates
BANKS DEPOSITS DILEMMA
Banks are caught in a bind, with deposit growth lagging behind credit growth, forcing them to offer higher rates to raise funds while competition and EBLR keep lending rates capped
India's Job Conundrum
Despite economic growth, India struggles with job creation due to skills gap and an education system misaligned with industry needs
Shifting Gears With Data-Driven Premiums
India's Car Insurance Gets A Tech Upgrade: Telematics Rewards Safe Drivers With Lower Premiums, But Device Cost And Privacy Are Roadblocks
EXTRA CARE
Don't settle for a basic health insurance plan. Get additional care by topping up your coverage
CHAMPIONING CLEAN ENERGY
Nuclear power takes centre stage in India's clean energy push
DITCH THE SCREENS, DIVE INTO AUDIO
Gripping content and convenience are making audio series the new entertainment powerhouse
EMPOWERING THE UNDERSERVED
Millions gain financial freedom with mobile payments and government backing
HYDROGEN HUSTLE
India's $70 billion green hydrogen dream targets 5 million tonnes by 2030, aiming for clean energy dominance, empowered industries, and net-zero emissions by 2070
STEE DREAM
Domestic powerhouse or China's export playground? Only time will tell
WORTH THE WAIT?
Despite short-term volatility, Indian equities promise strong long-term growth due to solid fundamentals and supportive policies
PRUDENT YET GROWTH-FOCUSSED
The Union Budget 2024-25 aims to maintain fiscal health while stimulating economic growth, thus laying a strong groundwork for India's future
IMPORTANT JARGON
TRANSITIONING SFBs TO UBs: RBI’s NEW GUIDELINES - The Reserve Bank of India recently issued new guidelines outlining the transition process for Small Finance Banks (SFBs) to become Universal Banks (UBs).
NAVIGATING INDIA'S MARKET WITH HOWARD MARKS
Howard Marks' focus on cycles and capital preservation translates to a defensive strategy for India's frothy market: prioritize cash, target undervalued sectors, and diversify
FINDING A BETTER FIT
Switch health insurers at renewal to keep benefits such as waiting period and bonus, but weigh drawbacks
SILVER SQUEEZE
Green tech boom strains supply, propelling silver as a sustainable investment
A PODCASTING FUTURE
India's podcast scene explodes with formats and listeners, primed for digital growth, with high-quality content reigning supreme
BOUNCING BACK WITH DOMESTIC FOCUS
Despite challenges, India's tyre industry remains optimistic about doubling revenue by 2032
HIGHWAY HICCUPS?
Slowdown in awarding highway projects, driven by industry factors and project complexities, pushes NHAI towards debt reduction and private partnerships for sustainable development
CONTENT CONQUEST
JIOCINEMA'S ULTRA-LOW PLAN SHAKES INDIA'S STREAMING SCENE, AIMING FOR AD REVENUE AND LEVERAGING STRENGTHS TO BECOME A BIG PLAYER
CAUGHT BETWEEN CAUTION AND GROWTH
RBI's draft on project financing seems to be a pre-emptive measure to prevent large defaults on infrastructure loans. However, in their current form, the requirements look onerous for banks