BUSINESS
Bitcoin’s Seventeenth Year: Convergence of code, capital, and compliance
Seventeen years ago it appeared as a concept paper and is now a multi-trillion dollar market. An executive of the world’s largest crypto platform details the regulatory framework for the next phase of market evolution and argues trust can be engineered.
BUSINESS
The Reading List: September 19, 2025
Our research and opinion teams have curated a selection of articles and social media gems from the world of economy, business and finance for your weekend read
BUSINESS
Chart of the Day: Paper industry's margins hit two-decade Low: Are we finally at the cycle bottom?
The Indian paper industry is grappling with wafer-thin margins and rising input costs, but signs of a cyclical turnaround are beginning to emerge.
BUSINESS
Taxes are not exported; GST on intermediaries’ foreign earnings should go
India has positioned itself as a global services powerhouse over the past few decades. However, a critical segment, intermediaries, continues to face the GST hurdle, potentially costing the country billions in lost opportunities. India needs to amend the existing GST law and grant export status to them to boost opportunities in the services sector
INDIA
'Global demand for superior education is not waning; it is being redirected': Ashoka University Vice Chancellor Prof. Somak Raychaudhury
To truly ascend as a global education powerhouse, Indian universities must undertake a comprehensive transformation across several critical dimensions from taking the lead in research to transforming traditional campuses into spaces that foster engagement, collaboration, and a sense of belonging.
LIFESTYLE
Drones to monitor forests, labs to rejuvenate soil: How an organization is using AI to conserve Eastern Himalayan landscapes
World Environment Day: Drones are being used to plant seed balls prepared using the indigenous community knowledge of native species, local conditions, optimal zones and time for seed dispersal.
POLITICS
Oilfield (Regulatory and Development) Amendment Bill gives CCUS a Real Shot
BUSINESS
Can gold maintain its shine in 2025 amidst global turmoil?
The World Gold Council (WGC) suggests the peak may be behind us, predicting that gold could remain rangebound throughout 2025
BUSINESS
Chart of the Day| Navigating market turbulence, understanding drawdowns
Historically, Indian indices have rebounded sharply after periods of drawdowns.
BUSINESS
The Reading List: November 1, 2024
A look at some articles and social media gems from the world of economy, business and finance, curated by our research and opinion teams for your weekend read
BUSINESS
The Reading List: October 25, 2024
Our research and opinion teams have curated a selection of articles and social media gems from the world of economy, business and finance for your weekend read
BUSINESS
The Reading List: October 18, 2024
A selection of articles and social media gems from the world of economy, business and finance, curated by our research and opinion teams
BUSINESS
Chart of the Day | Indian exporters grapple with soaring freight costs
Nearly 25 percent of the country's cargo passes through ports in Colombo, Singapore, and Klang, adding to transit times and pushing up freight costs. This logistical reliance on foreign ports makes Indian exports less competitive on the global stage.
BUSINESS
Chart of the day | How to give your SIP investment a booster dose
A hack popular among investment managers and one proposed by Zerodha Fund House is to progressively increase the SIP contribution each year
BUSINESS
Chart of the day| Why Sovereign Gold Bonds may die a silent death
Given the outlook for gold in uncertain times and the disparity between interest rates and gold returns, investing in SGBs is a no-brainer for investors. However, for the government, it would be a high cost to pay to prevent imports.
BUSINESS
Business in the Week Ahead (July 29- August 2, 2024)
In the coming week manufacturing production numbers for India and the UK will be released. Here are some key macro data that market participants will be keeping an eye out for
BUSINESS
The Reading List: July 12, 2024
Our research and opinion teams have curated articles and social media gems from the world of economy, business and finance for you catch up on the weekend
BUSINESS
Budget Snapshot: Will the market boom push the government to raise its disinvestment target?
Many PSU stocks are trading at record high valuations, making them ripe for disinvestment. The market capitalization of PSUs has doubled over the past year, and now exceed $800 billion
BUSINESS
The Reading List: July 5, 2024
Articles and social media gems from the world of economy, business and finance, curated by our research and opinion teams
BUSINESS
The Reading List: June 21, 2024
Here are some articles and social media gems from the world of economy, business and finance, curated by our research and opinion teams for your weekend read.
BUSINESS
The Reading List: June 14, 2024
Here are some articles and social media gems from the world of economy, business and finance, curated by our research and opinion teams for your weekend read.
BUSINESS
Chart of the day: Corporate Profit to GDP at a 15-year high
Indian Public Sector Units (PSUs) saw a fivefold increase in profit from Rs 1 lakh crore to Rs 5.2 lakh crore between FY20-24, driving the overall ratio. Banks were particularly notable within this space, accounting for 36 percent of the profit growth.
BUSINESS
The Reading List: June 7, 2024
Here are some articles and social media gems from the world of economy, business and finance, curated by our research and opinion teams for your weekend read.
LOK-SABHA-ELECTION
West Bengal: Mamata cocks a snook at Modi, gets ready for strong showing in 2026 Assembly polls
The results in West Bengal were a far cry from the close contest pre-poll surveys predicted. TMC largely retained its seats and also made inroads into BJP-dominated areas
