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