US is defeating Vladimir Putin in the war of coercion. That’s dangerous
The fall of Lyman has prompted a level of finger-pointing among Putin’s military partners that threatens his hold on power
Indian Defence’s drone policy is on the right track
Offensive unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) platforms need to be complemented by a robust anti-drone capability too
Crypto Clues | Kim Kardashian episode has a lesson for Indian regulators
When celebrities and finfluencers peddle products, the logical questions that follow are of ethics and competence. The ethical issue can be resolved by fair disclosure and disclaimers. But who can judge competence and how?
Competition Amendment Bill has important changes, but needs more clarity
The introduction of the deal value threshold (DVT) will certainly strengthen the CCI’s regulatory framework and by extension, its enforcement. However, currently, the DVT provisions are ambiguous and may affect the ease of doing business
Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | Markets weigh outlook on consumption and investment
In today’s edition of Moneycontrol Pro Panorama: Warning signs from European currency market, India's healthcare sector needs regulation, surge in real estate sector, Bosch promises new growth avenues, and more
South Korea shows what a nuclear-powered future might look like
Pressure is rising to find alternative energy sources before a looming electricity crunch hurts both consumers and manufacturers. South Korea may have the answer
Russian oil price cap would save emerging markets billions, US says
Treasury study finds $160bn in lower annual costs as it pushes to cut Moscow’s export revenues
SEBI drops WhatsApp insider trading case, but it needs to do more to stem the rot
A holistic and multi-disciplinary approach is needed to tackle the systemic rot of insider trading
Marketing Musings | Consumers are spending more but not on everything
Even as consumer spending revives, how and where they spend is changing. Companies need to pay close attention or risk losing out
No, Credit Suisse isn't on the brink
The Swiss bank has enough capital, but volatile markets have deepened worries and raised the costs of its restructuring
Gilts are bland. But even Indian bonds aren’t spicy?
A standoff over tax concessions is holding back the country’s outreach to global asset managers. Investors will eventually bite, but only when yields are higher and the currency weaker
Are European currency markets warning of turbulence ahead?
Equity investors may be tempted to ignore events in what they think are unrelated markets such as currency and bonds. That could be a costly blunder
National Logistics Policy | India is ushering in reforms that can open and strengthen economy
The recently-announced National Logistics Policy, the PM Gati Shakti, and new trade deals in the offing have the ability to transform the Indian market for both Indian and foreign investors
Semiconductors | How MEITY’s incentive scheme will impact silicon fabs
From the point of view of financial and technological capability, India stands a chance of getting more mature node fab applicants than advanced node fab applicants
World Heart Day | Know your heart to save your heart
World Heart Day: Coronary artery disease should not continue to be the top ailment. A healthy lifestyle, and preventive measures can significantly reduce the risks that lead to heart problems
SEBI lays down a roadmap for Social Stock Exchanges
SEBI has developed a robust framework to enable match making between social/charitable organizations and philanthropists/, big and small, who are in search of such organizations. Using the existing and well developed infrastructure of stock exchanges, SEBI has ambitiously sought to create a transparent and well governed market place for philanthropy
Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | Gas trouble brews, MPC’s job has just got tougher
In today’s edition of Moneycontrol Pro Panorama: Indian markets remain optimistic, Gold prices touch a record low, HAL is back on track, RBI support to INR, and more
Is Britain now in a full-blown economic crisis?
Analysts play down comparisons with developing country troubles, but highlight prospect of spending cuts
MPC | RBI must keep up the good work it has recently done
It is important for the central bank to fight inflation in a timely and consistent manner. Not only that, it has to be seen doing that
Time for the bond market to take one for the rupee
A 35 bps or a 50 bps hike in the policy rate makes little difference to the big picture, as long as the RBI doesn’t opt for a disproportionately high sacrifice ratio
Real Estate | Construction sites cannot remain death traps for workers
Safety laws are ignored, except in large organisations, and Indian workplaces remain the most unsafe in the world
MPC | RBI must avoid its Volcker moment
A large hike in the policy rate, will lead to a further exacerbation of the economic growth, and unemployment in India
How resilient is the growth in India’s merchandise exports?
That several of the top export categories exhibited record volume growth in FY22 as compared to FY21 as well as pre-COVID-19 levels, indicates a distinct possibility for India to achieve the ambitious exports target set by the government
Asia’s largest metaverse platform Zepeto ramps up global expansion
Korean group plans to boost presence as it seeks to take on big US rivals building avatar-filled virtual worlds
