What do successful traders watch in markets?
The slightest of an edge over the crowd keeps a trader ahead of the curve and leads to higher trading profits
Why central banks will soon lend to hedge funds
Stricter monitoring and rules for money managers will be needed if markets are to be given more support
India must look beyond legacy educational institutions to establish AI Centres of Excellence
Supporting the establishment of CoEs at newly established facilities, including those set up by the private sector, may ensure that AI emerges as a visible force for good for everyone in the country in keeping with the Sabka Vikas mantra
Maldives: India should wait and watch as pro-China Muizzu elected president
India knows well that a difficult road lies ahead, unlike the smooth run it enjoyed under Solih who pursued a vigorous ‘India First’ policy. And, Maldives may once again pivot towards China, which has been eagerly waiting to reclaim strategic space in the archipelago
Europe is being battered by the US bond hurricane
The world is channeling more capital to the US — bad news for debt-riddled EU governments
We may soon meet the ‘real Rishi’
The prime minister’s spin doctors aim to define a new persona for the man who’s been in charge for a year
It’s time to scrap the Russian oil price cap
Restrictions aren’t hitting Russia’s income, but they are raising environmental risks
Could Backoffice 3.0 be India's third way?
Multinationals are showing the country how to stay ahead of the AI challenge — and catch up to rival China
X’s flip-flop on account curbs raises questions about its appeal in Karnataka High Court
The Elon Musk-owned microblogging platform readily suspended the account of a doctor on the orders of a civil court, weeks after appealing a verdict that upheld the government of India’s orders to block some accounts
Sometimes, a random solution is best
We don’t usually draw lots to allocate duties or privileges, but what if we did?
The Reading List: September 29, 2023
A selection of articles and social media gems from the world of economy, business and finance, curated by our research and opinion teams
Some banks are actually sticking with WFH
Fights over productivity distract from more practical, even CEO-friendly, benefits
Video game competitions should be in the Olympics
Esports would bring a much-needed infusion of youth, cultural relevance and money to the lagging event
Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | Oil in the Asian ointment
In today's edition of Moneycontrol Pro Panorama: Eurozone slump has surprises for Indian market, criticism can help refine ESG framework, time for India to up peace initiative in Ukraine, bank reforms urgent as climate goals wait, and more
How do you deal with crowing roosters and mooing buffaloes in city backyards?
The definition of pets in the city has just been redefined by some residents who keep roosters and buffaloes in downtown neighbourhoods. Complaining neighbours have to search for rules to file their protest
Proposed Galathea Bay container transhipment port likely to struggle for traffic
Galathea Bay will have to compete very aggressively, being a pure transhipment port, without the benefit of originating/terminating traffic. However, the opportunity that it provides for India’s strategic security in the Bay of Bengal could be a key consideration.
Accenture: IT consultancy can weather spending slowdown
Despite a fall in spending by clients, the group looks better placed than many of its rivals
Reforming multilateral development banks is urgent as climate goals await
Multilateral development banks will have to triple their lending by 2030 and Larry Summers prescribes that they look at new areas like derivatives, mutual funds, insurance and guarantees to raise money
This year’s hottest tech IPO may be a transportation company
One standout fact about Cainiao is that it is the second-largest contributor to Alibaba’s profit growth, despite accounting for just 9.2% of group revenue. Punching above its weight within the Alibaba empire is what makes the logistics company the perfect choice to lead the coming parade of IPOs
China: The yuan’s slide doesn’t have to end in tears
Just imagine if the yuan hadn't weakened this year, along with the string of disappointing economic reports. There could have been bigger trouble down the line. In that sense, let's embrace a weaker currency, albeit not one that weakens forever
ESG Under the Microscope: Challenging the critics
Criticism serves as a catalyst for refining the ESG framework. It's through scrutiny and constructive feedback that we identify areas where ESG can be strengthened
US Economy: Risks Are growing of a double-dip 'vibecession'
The US may be heading back into a “vibecession” — a condition in which consumer confidence and other economic “vibes” decline so much that they threaten to become self-fulfilling prophecies and drag the economy down with them
Chart of the Day | India’s balance of payments has a current solution for a future problem
Barclays estimates the CAD to be about $40 billion for FY24 and any increase due to oil prices would be offset by flows expected into the local debt market.
Time for a negotiated peace in Ukraine?
As Ukraine's counteroffensive falters, potential for India's peace initiative emerges
It’s all about money, honey! Why ESG investing is still an exotic concept in India
There appears to be willingness among investors to back their ESG talk with money, but industry needs to spruce up its act and be fit to receive these funds
