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Ambuja Cements: Structural rejig to drive superior returns

BUSINESS

Ambuja Cements: Structural rejig to drive superior returns

Capacity increase and operation cost reduction to aid profits in the long run

Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | Will silver continue to sparkle in 2026?

BUSINESS

Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | Will silver continue to sparkle in 2026?

For Moneycontrol's Pro Panorama December 18 edition: India updates stockbroker regulations, Europe’s policy impacts Indian steel exports, cotton textiles hit by tariff pressures, Kerala municipal poll marks change, and more

Cotton textiles face warped road amid mounting tariff pressures

BUSINESS

Cotton textiles face warped road amid mounting tariff pressures

The government’s timely move to temporarily suspend import duties on raw cotton has given a leg up to Indian textiles at least for the near-term

Nifty offers 12% upside on weak capex, stretched valuations: BofA's Amish Shah

BUSINESS

Nifty offers 12% upside on weak capex, stretched valuations: BofA's Amish Shah

Given the belief that capex growth will continue to disappoint, we are negative on anything linked to capex- steel, cement and the industrial sector, says Shah

Moneycontrol Pro Panorama |  Another Fed rate cut, what’s the outlook for Indian equities?

BUSINESS

Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | Another Fed rate cut, what’s the outlook for Indian equities?

In Moneycontrol's Pro Panorama December 11 edition: AI gold rush and India’s role in it, the Netflix strategy that Indian IT can replicate, a new party may alter Bengal's voting trend, and more

Data Story | Why the K-shaped recovery in consumption is likely to continue

BUSINESS

Data Story | Why the K-shaped recovery in consumption is likely to continue

A host of factors from inflation and weak wage increase have led to lower household savings

Data Story | Domestic tourism is spicing up India's hotel sector across segments

TRAVEL

Data Story | Domestic tourism is spicing up India's hotel sector across segments

Dependence on foreign tourists has waned. Differential in demand-supply of hotel rooms is likely to widen between FY25 and FY31 on the back of strong domestic travel

Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | GST reset fuels auto engine

BUSINESS

Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | GST reset fuels auto engine

Moneycontrol Pro Panorama December 2 edition: RBI's liquidity measures clearer than rate cuts, revised tax regime could impact ITC investors, EPC firms face deteriorating working capital, new AI equation and India’s role in shaping the future and more

Chart of the Day | EPC firms’ working capital cycle deteriorates, margins slip

INFRASTRUCTURE

Chart of the Day | EPC firms’ working capital cycle deteriorates, margins slip

Slower execution of projects and payment issues mainly in roads sector put EPC firms in a tight spot

Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | IPO Paradox: Fundraising soars, returns shrink

BUSINESS

Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | IPO Paradox: Fundraising soars, returns shrink

Moneycontrol Pro Panorama November 27 edition: IMF advises India to keep policy flexible until clarity on US tariff, the banking liquidity crunch is likely to continue, understanding the cash market surge, can AI misuse really be stopped, and more

Rising lead prices apart, there are other posers to battery makers’ earnings

AUTOMOBILE

Rising lead prices apart, there are other posers to battery makers’ earnings

The ability to pass on lead price increase to customers and smooth transition to L-ion cells will determine profitability in the near term

Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | A new AI order is reshaping real estate 

BUSINESS

Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | A new AI order is reshaping real estate 

Moneycontrol's Pro Panorama November 21 edition: CAG audit reveals problems in Delhi's broken bus services, India’s private banks get another shot at wealth, impact of new emission norms on construction equipment makers, Asim Munir’s nuclear rattling runs the risk of an escalation, and more

Data Story | Why is Corporate India cautious on capital expenditure?

INFRASTRUCTURE

Data Story | Why is Corporate India cautious on capital expenditure?

September quarter results show order flows growth for capital goods firms slowed, barring that of the power sector

Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | Bets rise on rate cut in December as inflation tanks

BUSINESS

Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | Bets rise on rate cut in December as inflation tanks

In November 13 edition of Moneycontrol Pro Panorama: GST cuts shine but food deflation rings alarm, Silver and Gold ETFs power up India’s passive fund AUM, India’s consumer brands and lessons to learn, and more

Multiple headwinds pose risk to ABB’s margin outlook

BUSINESS

Multiple headwinds pose risk to ABB’s margin outlook

Apart from subdued order flows, margins could be weighed down by several factors including rising competition  

Amid surging exports, Bajaj Auto has a bumpy ride on home ground

TECHNOLOGY

Amid surging exports, Bajaj Auto has a bumpy ride on home ground

All eyes on the power-packed new motorcycle launches that should help Bajaj Auto move its market share higher

Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | Rising trust in India’s REIT landscape

BUSINESS

Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | Rising trust in India’s REIT landscape

In today’s edition of Pro Panorama: SBI throws up a surprise, Sun Pharma stays in shape, IMF’s take on fiscal deficit, L&T’s foreign flavour and much more

Chart of the Day | L&T’s rising overseas orders -- more to flow?

INFRASTRUCTURE

Chart of the Day | L&T’s rising overseas orders -- more to flow?

The IEA estimates that the Middle East could account for about 20 per cent of global hydrogen-focused renewable capacity by 2028

Data Story: Long haul for e-buses to make a mark on Indian roads

BUSINESS

Data Story: Long haul for e-buses to make a mark on Indian roads

E-bus penetration is rising but here’s why the rate of adoption is still abysmal

Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | US Fed cuts rates, but foggy road ahead

BUSINESS

Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | US Fed cuts rates, but foggy road ahead

In October 30 edition of Moneycontrol Pro Panorama: Indian sugar mills in sticky ethanol spot, time to dream big and embrace global expansion, India’s consumption boom must power its manufacturing future, and more

Chart of the Day | What improved toll revenue, freight movement tell us

BUSINESS

Chart of the Day | What improved toll revenue, freight movement tell us

Steady rise in toll revenue reflects revised fees, efficient tolling, and higher share of heavy vehicles

What puts TVS Motor's profit growth in top gear

TECHNOLOGY

What puts TVS Motor's profit growth in top gear

With sales growth stable and outpacing peers, TVS' profit margin expansion and market share increase should support the stock's rich valuations

India's Economic Boom: A look beyond the GDP numbers at the structural challenges ahead

BUSINESS

India's Economic Boom: A look beyond the GDP numbers at the structural challenges ahead

If growth is strong, if companies are investing and the government is also spending, then a demand resurgence should be seen and it should also show up in product prices. Why then is core inflation (which is demand side) so low? Why is urban demand relatively weak? Is there a challenge from cheap Chinese imports?

Bharat Forge finds strength on home ground even as de-risking strategy pays off

BUSINESS

Bharat Forge finds strength on home ground even as de-risking strategy pays off

Timely India-centric strategy and de-risking business into non-auto segments augurs well in times of global trade tensions

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