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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

Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | Will the festive season sparkle continue?

BUSINESS

Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | Will the festive season sparkle continue?

For Moneycontrol's Pro Panorama October 16 edition: MPC minutes show a policy pause, Google puts India on its AI map, India’s home-grown technology alternatives enter the big league, Gold loans haven’t had it better, and more

Chart of the Day | Can the world break China’s dominance over rare earths?

BUSINESS

Chart of the Day | Can the world break China’s dominance over rare earths?

Countries including the US and Europe are committing billions of dollars to rare earth mining/refining

WPI linking factor to take a toll on road asset returns

INFRASTRUCTURE

WPI linking factor to take a toll on road asset returns

Lower linking factor can also lower the debt-service coverage ratio that could be a challenge for operators who are highly leveraged

Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | Is the AI bubble waiting to burst?

BUSINESS

Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | Is the AI bubble waiting to burst?

In Moneycontrol Pro Panorama October 9 edition: A look at what could be the deciding factor for Bihar, FMCG sales slack after GST cut worrying investors, forex market warnings that policymakers must heed, Ratan Tata’s personality radiated ibadat, inayat and insaniyat, and more

Why are stock prices lagging performance in listed realty firms?

BUSINESS

Why are stock prices lagging performance in listed realty firms?

Strong home sales in the premium segment at elevated prices dominate the real estate landscape, but growth rates are coming off

We are committed to improving free cash flows, return ratios: Neeraj Kanwar, MD, Apollo Tyres

BUSINESS

We are committed to improving free cash flows, return ratios: Neeraj Kanwar, MD, Apollo Tyres

Tyre sales were slow in the first half of FY26 but we are hopeful of a better second half on the back of GST rate cuts

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