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Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | A capital idea whose time is coming

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Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | A capital idea whose time is coming

In today’s edition of Moneycontrol Pro Panorama: IT sector in middle of perfect storm, SEBI clarifies issue on insider trading, demand-pull inflation gaining traction, census reflects poorly on the country, and more

What China’s rocking GDP numbers mean for India’s steel producers

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What China’s rocking GDP numbers mean for India’s steel producers

The fall in China’s steel and iron ore prices in recent months raises a question of whether the headline 4.5 percent GDP number automatically signals good times ahead for steel stocks

Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | First flush of results disappoint investors: Reading the tea leaves

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Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | First flush of results disappoint investors: Reading the tea leaves

In today’s edition of Moneycontrol Pro Panorama: India concerned about Bhutan and China bonhomie, Indian jails severely overcrowded, states put their shoulder to capex wheel, can BJP change corruption narrative in Tamil Nadu, and more

Moneycontrol Pro Weekender: Hiding in plain sight 

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Moneycontrol Pro Weekender: Hiding in plain sight 

If you are flying high, it’s time to get a reality check. Don’t count out negative surprises in earnings. And TCS, Infosys numbers have just offered that cautionary note

Global sugar price spike may mean little for India’s sugar mills

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Global sugar price spike may mean little for India’s sugar mills

Global sugar prices are on a tear as the tail end of India’s sugar season is seeing output slump, with the season’s output expected to fall short of estimates

FMCG earnings updates signal healthier margins, but sales growth a mixed bag

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FMCG earnings updates signal healthier margins, but sales growth a mixed bag

Falling raw material costs are leading to better gross margins but not all categories are seeing sales growth recover. Much depends on how companies use price cuts, to improve margins or spur sales growth

Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | OPEC+ delivers a sucker punch 

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Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | OPEC+ delivers a sucker punch 

In today’s edition of Moneycontrol Pro Panorama: Russia's counter plan for US, new foreign trade policy has room for a quick response, time to step up mask mandate and testing, dividend stocks rule the roost, and more

Is fine print in the Finance Bill amendment a risk for ITC?

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Is fine print in the Finance Bill amendment a risk for ITC?

GST cess on tobacco can now be levied based on retail sale price up to 100 percent of RSP. The target appears to be non-cigarette tobacco products, for now

Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | If all debt income is short term, what about equity? 

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Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | If all debt income is short term, what about equity? 

In today’s edition of Moneycontrol Pro Panorama: Rahul's expulsion could work in Congress's favour, major economies record strong growth, China’s influence in Nepal ebbs, BJP’s growing momentum in TN worries AIADMK, and more

Chart of the day | Why the govt wants you to pay more tax

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Chart of the day | Why the govt wants you to pay more tax

The amount lost to various tax incentives given to individuals has risen over the years. The 2023 Budget too has budgeted Rs 38000 crore as loss due to direct tax proposals

Thyssenkrupp’s steel business could tempt Indian companies to bid

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Thyssenkrupp’s steel business could tempt Indian companies to bid

The German conglomerate’s plan to separate its steel business may get revived. Indian steel majors may throw their hat in the ring, with investors worrying at its impact on their financials

HZL’s dividend bonanza does not resolve the larger issue

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HZL’s dividend bonanza does not resolve the larger issue

The dividend payout of nearly Rs 11000 crore addresses only the Vedanta group and the government’s short term need for cash

Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | Why markets are fearful

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Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | Why markets are fearful

In today’s edition of Moneycontrol Pro Panorama: Xi reaches Moscow to resolve Ukraine crisis, IREDA IPO pricing is key to its success, India's improved regulations help avoid SVB-like crisis, Odisha steals the show, and more

Chart of the Day: Odisha grabs the steel output crown

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Chart of the Day: Odisha grabs the steel output crown

Odisha’s push for value addition of its iron ore deposits within the state is bearing fruit, Maharashtra saw the second highest growth in FY18-22 

Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | What a management change at TCS means for its investors

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Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | What a management change at TCS means for its investors

In today’s edition of Moneycontrol Pro Panorama: India's growth challenge faces headwinds, no SVB-like situation for Indian banks, China offers to broker peace in Russia-Ukraine conflict, bank turmoil sends investors running for cover, and more

What the freeze on Patanjali Foods’ promoter stake means for investors

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What the freeze on Patanjali Foods’ promoter stake means for investors

While its promoters may have liked to wait to lower their stake, as its shares have slid since end-October, they have little choice now

HUL gets a new chief, will it be a transformational move?

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HUL gets a new chief, will it be a transformational move?

While there are no pressing problems at HUL that a new chief executive needs to solve, here are some areas that merit attention

Amid hazy outlook for iron ore, there’s a silver lining

BUSINESS

Amid hazy outlook for iron ore, there’s a silver lining

The macro outlook for iron ore contrasts with the factors supporting the current price uptrend

Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | China's modest growth target a red flag for commodities 

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Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | China's modest growth target a red flag for commodities 

In today’s edition of Moneycontrol Pro Panorama: More credibility to EC, China’s ‘Two Sessions’ in Parliament, a consumption-led growth strategy, Arshad Warsi and family beneficiaries or victims, and more

China’s growth optimism key to industrial metals’ outlook in 2023

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China’s growth optimism key to industrial metals’ outlook in 2023

China’s PMI data reflect benefits of zero-COVID ending. New policy initiatives and growth targets set at the ‘Two Sessions’ programme should provide more clarity on what lies ahead

FMCG retail sales show signs of demand destruction in December quarter

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FMCG retail sales show signs of demand destruction in December quarter

The macro slowdown in consumption is supported by retail FMCG data. But modern trade is doing well, foods are beating non-foods and more interesting trends inside

Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | Consumption is catching a chill

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Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | Consumption is catching a chill

In today’s edition of Moneycontrol Pro Panorama: India's demographic dividend is slipping, bank mergers are good for both parties, what global UPI means for Indian businesses, Sebi's proposals on shareholders' agreements, and more

If sugar output misses estimates, then ethanol’s rude health may invite attention

BUSINESS

If sugar output misses estimates, then ethanol’s rude health may invite attention

Poor yield conditions in the largest sugar-producing state Maharashtra may lead to India’s sugar output undershooting estimates. Adjust for ethanol diversion and the situation looks very different 

HZL-Vedanta: Government’s opposition to the zinc deal has a surprising escape clause

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HZL-Vedanta: Government’s opposition to the zinc deal has a surprising escape clause

HZL’s proposed acquisition of Vedanta’s international assets cannot proceed without the government’s approval. But the opposition seems more to the mode than the deal

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