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

BUSINESS

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

BUSINESS

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

BUSINESS

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

BUSINESS

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

BUSINESS

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

BUSINESS

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

BUSINESS

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

BUSINESS

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?

BUSINESS

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 

BUSINESS

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

BUSINESS

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

BUSINESS

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

BUSINESS

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

BUSINESS

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

Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | Adverse times may see FMCG companies focus on core strengths

BUSINESS

Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | Adverse times may see FMCG companies focus on core strengths

In today’s edition of Moneycontrol Pro Panorama: Supply chain disruption main cause of inflation, Pakistan's bankruptcy weakens China ties, India's decoupling with global slowdown, El Niño phenomenon to hit India, and more

Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | Slow moving consumer goods

BUSINESS

Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | Slow moving consumer goods

In today’s edition of Moneycontrol Pro Panorama: Air India's staggering comeback, time to invest for maximum returns, El Niño's impact on Indian monsoon, Indian assets attract foreign investors, and more

Nestle India caught between inflation and a hard place 

BUSINESS

Nestle India caught between inflation and a hard place 

Higher product prices have hurt volume growth, underscoring the challenge even urban-focused companies face in managing the sales growth-margin tradeoff

Companies are paying less tax, then why is the government happy?

BUSINESS

Companies are paying less tax, then why is the government happy?

Lower income tax rates have certainly benefited companies but lower incentives mean the government has not exactly got the raw end of the deal

Budget 2023: Larger companies make the most of new corporate tax regime

BUSINESS

Budget 2023: Larger companies make the most of new corporate tax regime

Companies have taken advantage of the new tax regime, lowering their effective tax rate

Budget 2023: Giving a nudge to middle class consumption 

BUSINESS

Budget 2023: Giving a nudge to middle class consumption 

While rural consumers got no direct boost, by making the new tax regime more attractive the resulting savings could boost consumption

Economic Survey 2023: Give consumption a strong push to drive GDP growth

BUSINESS

Economic Survey 2023: Give consumption a strong push to drive GDP growth

The Survey points to domestic consumption as one of the key pillars supporting growth in the near future, as exports are expected to moderate

Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | Getting the consumption engine to hum again

BUSINESS

Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | Getting the consumption engine to hum again

In today’s edition of Moneycontrol Pro Panorama: China’s aggression poses tactical challenge, fintech sector's expectations from budget, startups are just like any other business, investors need not panic, and more

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