Wednesday, Oct 05, 2022
Journalism of Courage
Sandeep Singh
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Volatile INR still relatively stable; what now?
The rupee breached two key psychological marks this week — 81 and 82 against the dollar — as fund flows into US markets gathered pace following the Federal Reserve’s decision to raise rates by 75 basis points last week.
Fri, Sep 30, 2022
Seizing on Vedanta-Foxconn row, MVA taps into old faultlines, new rage to turn the tables on BJP-Shinde
Cornered over $20 billion Vedanta-Foxconn project’s switch to Gujarat, Shinde-Fadnavis govt looks for a face-saver, with Uddhav Thackeray Sena going after it
Sat, Sep 24, 2022
New account settlement system from October 1: what changes
The market regulator mandates stockbrokers to settle i.e., transfer the available credit balance from trading account to bank account, at least once in a quarter (90 days) or 30 days. What changes under the new guidelines?
Fri, Sep 23, 2022
Understanding the resilience of the Indian markets
Earlier this week, in a rare instance, a fall of nearly 4 per cent in the benchmark index in the United States had nil or negligible impact on Indian markets and investor sentiments. What is providing resilience to Indian markets?
Fri, Sep 16, 2022
‘Many small steps by government over last few years structurally setting the reason to invest in India’: Kalpen Parekh
The MD & CEO of DSP Mutual Fund added that investors should not worry about the current events as none of this would matter in the long-term.
Mon, Sep 12, 2022
In sharp slide in global oil prices, hope for easing of inflation in India
If on the one hand it is a reflection of expectations of slowdown in global growth which may have its bearing on India's growth too, on the other it comes as a big respite for India which imports almost 85% of its oil.
Fri, Sep 09, 2022
Seated with Cyrus Mistry at back of car, KPMG’s Jehangir Pandole dies
The Mistry and Pandole family have long been close to each other, with Darius Pandole, Managing Director and CEO of JM Financial Private Equity, a childhood friend of Cyrus, having studied with him at the Cathedral and John Connon School in Mumbai.
Wed, Sep 14, 2022
Key in getting the SP Group back in shape, Cyrus leaves a big gap
Cyrus played a key role in the restructuring plan under which the group planned to monetise its assets and sell stake in some of the group companies including Eureka Forbes and Sterling and Wilson Solar among others.
Mon, Sep 05, 2022
NDTV’s single-largest FPI shareholder is fund dominated by Adani stocks
An analysis of LTS Investment Fund Ltd’s portfolio reveals that of the Rs 20,710.2 crore value of its shareholding as on June-end 2022 — the most recent quarter for which data is available — 97.78 per cent comes from Adani Group companies.
Mon, Sep 05, 2022
What investors should keep in mind in see-saw market swings
A three-day see-saw in the markets reflects the prevailing anxiety in investor sentiment, despite a sharp rally of over 14% over the last couple of months. What should investors do now?
Fri, Sep 02, 2022
Ports & airports, power, media: Adani’s $137.4-billion footprint across businesses, explained
Gautam Adani is now the world's third richest man. His flagship Adani Enterprises started with the commodity trading business in 1988. Here is how it turned into one of the largest conglomerates in India.
Wed, Aug 31, 2022
Explained: Can a SEBI order from 2020 stop Adani from acquiring 29% of NDTV?
In its disclosure to the stock exchanges, NDTV has said a SEBI order from November 27, 2020 restrained Prannoy Roy and Radhika Roy from accessing the securities market, and prohibited them from buying and selling securities, directly or indirectly for two years.
Fri, Aug 26, 2022
NDTV deal: Sebi ban on Roys may not get in Adani’s way
VCPL, an Adani Enterprises’ step-down subsidiary now, had given an interest-free loan of Rs 403.85 crore to RRPR Holding in 2009 and 2010, against which RRPR Holding had issued warrants to VCPL.
Fri, Aug 26, 2022
Surrendering a policy: When should you do it — and should you at all?
As the pandemic hit lives, the economy, and livelihoods, 2021-22 witnessed a sharp spike in insurance policies being surrendered ahead of their maturity. What should you look for before surrendering your policy?
Sat, Aug 27, 2022
Explained: Ambani, Adani, and how the Roys could lose NDTV
NDTV, Adani Ambani News: Adani Group has acquired 29.18% stake in NDTV, and said it will launch an open offer to buy another 26% in the company. How did the deal happen? Why does Adani want ownership of NDTV?
Fri, Aug 26, 2022
Adani steps into NDTV with 29%, to launch open offer for 26% more
In a notice to stock exchanges, NDTV said the acquisition was executed without any input from, conversation with, or consent of NDTV founders Prannoy Roy and Radhika Roy. The two continue to hold 32.26 per cent in NDTV.
Wed, Aug 24, 2022
Explained: What investors should look out for before putting money in an IPO
With foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) making a strong comeback — the benchmark Sensex has reclaimed the 60,000 mark — merchant bankers have lined up public issues to take advantage of bullish domestic retail and FPI investor sentiments.
Fri, Aug 19, 2022
FPIs drive Sensex over 60,000 again as inflation softens
Over the last two months the Sensex has jumped 17.2 per cent from 51,360 to cross 60,200 on Wednesday.
Wed, Aug 17, 2022
Explained: How Rakesh Jhunjhunwala built a new investment narrative in India
Rakesh Jhunjhunwala's success nudged small investors towards equities, which was crucial for the growth of the economy. He always spoke his mind, and was the eternal optimist who gave investors hope and a long-term perspective.
Mon, Aug 15, 2022
Rakesh Jhunjhunwala, Big Bull who took risks, always positive on India
Rakesh Jhunjhunwala, also known as ‘India’s Warren Buffett’, began investing in the stock market in the early 1980s with just Rs 5,000 which grew to $5.8 billion (around Rs 46,000 crore), according to Forbes magazine.
Mon, Aug 15, 2022
Power, capital goods, metals, fire up small and mid-cap stocks
An uptick in capital expenditure aided by a gradual moderation in inflation from its peak of 7.79 per cent in April to 6.71 per cent in July has ensured that the rally is broad based, with even the mid-cap and small cap indices rising 16.3 per cent and 15.6 per cent, respectively.
Sun, Aug 14, 2022
Explained: Inflation softening, what now?
US inflation cooled unexpectedly in July, boosting markets around the world. The worst may be over, but the RBI and Fed remain cautious. Investors can look at equities, but a staggered approach is advisable
Sun, Aug 14, 2022
Higher capacity utilisation signals investment revival
“Capacity utilisation in the manufacturing sector is now above its long-run average, signalling the need for fresh investment activity in additional capacity creation,” RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das said in his monetary policy statement.
Sat, Aug 06, 2022
Explained: The RBI’s latest round of rate hike, and how it will impact your loan EMIs
RBI Repo Rate Hiked: Inflation has peaked and is expected to soften — but there are a range of global challenges to negotiate. Monetary policy has to, therefore, act, Governor Shaktikanta Das said
Sat, Aug 06, 2022
Explained: What Axis Bank’s acquisition of Citi consumer businesses will mean for customers, investors
Axis Bank-Citibank deal explained: Axis Bank is acquiring Citibank’s consumer businesses for Rs 12,325 crore. How will it impact the customer? And how will it benefit investors in Axis Bank?
Sat, Aug 06, 2022