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The CEO’s efforts to win back advertisers to the former Twitter will be continually sabotaged by Elon Musk
Moneycontrol Pro Panorama | Why public sector bank stocks are on fire
In this edition of Moneycontrol Pro Panorama: Fed interest rate to remain at current levels, its make or break for FMCG stocks amid oil spike, Nijjar’s importance in Canada’s politics explained, is promoter selling a red flag for the market, and more
Your Ferrari could be gone in 60 seconds
Car theft is soaring as thieves outwit vehicle manufacturers and owners
Why are power producers looking beyond turnkey contracts for new projects
As power projects have become more and more intricate along with their ever-increasing cost overruns, both IPPs and contractors have become increasingly cautious about committing to lumpsum turnkey EPC contracts. IPPs are now exploring alternative strategies to retain contractor involvement while ensuring the economic viability of their most substantial projects
Will FMCG stocks skid or steer through the oil price spike?
Brent crude is expected to touch $100 a barrel, posing a risk for the crucial home and personal care categories, but listed companies may have an ace up their sleeve
Trudeau’s dependence on Jagmeet Singh explains Hardeep Singh Nijjar’s importance in Canada’s politics
Justin Trudeau is beholden to the NDP led by Jagmeet Singh for keeping his government afloat, which forces him to turn a blind eye to Khalistani activities. While Trudeau can play a blow hot and cold game with the Indian dispensation, he cannot afford the same back home. After all, Canada is home to close to eight lakh Sikhs
Sikkim banks on green hydrogen for future urbanisation
Working with South Korean experts for technology transfer and feasibility studies allows Sikkim to create workable prototypes for Indian hill cities and for sustainable development
Chart of the Day: Rising Offers for sale and promoter selling a red flag for the market
In a recent tweet, Nikhil Kamath said that promoter selling in 2023 (till August) is four times that of 2018 and double that of 2022
Biden said the right things at the UN. That won’t be enough
The world has noticed that Biden is on a weak footing both domestically and on the Ukraine front. Too many political rifts within America are one reason multilateralism is on the defensive and “minilateralism” is on the rise, in the form of smaller blocs that compete with one another
Tech Mahindra’s rebound trade has gone too far
The stock valuations of Tech Mahindra are at par or slightly lower than TCS and Infosys
The US Fed is a bigger problem than China for Asia
The People's Bank of China has been pushing down domestic rates and trimming bank reserve requirements in an effort to free cash for lenders to support the recovery. But by and large, Asian monetary authorities have adopted a version of the higher-for-longer mantra espoused by US policymakers
On the eve of Fed meet, OECD forecasts Fed Funds rate to remain at current levels till July next year
The OECD’s latest economic outlook report forecasts lower growth for the world next year. Growth in India is expected to slow from 6.3 percent in 2023-24 to 6 percent in 2024-25
Marathas leave Shinde-Fadnavis-Pawar government floundering with OBC quota demand
Reeling under drought, agrarian distress and diminishing political heft, the landowning Maratha community is clutching at straws like OBC reservation and reposing their faith in a new leader. Entrenched OBCs like the Kunbis are worried. There are no easy options for the BJP and its Maharashtra allies
Are households borrowing more to fund consumption?
Households’ net financial savings as a percentage of GDP fell to a 47-year low in 2022-23. But the stock of household financial liabilities, as a percentage of the stock of household financial assets, is still lower than what it was back in March 2019, before the pandemic
Do traded volumes matter in a falling market?
When the market is going up along with higher traded volumes it’s taken as a good sign. This may lead investors to make a classic mistake in a bear market
Martin Wolf: We shouldn’t call ‘peak China’ just yet
Yes, there are deep structural problems in the economy, but this is also a country with significant strengths
Market Musings: Why do some iconic brands thrive and yet some fall by the wayside?
They carry forward the heritage that made them famous but also keep up with the times so that the brand stays relevant for contemporary generations
For HDFC Bank, FY24 is a speedbump year
In the near term, analysts expect moderation in net interest margins and operating profit growth for HDFC Bank
JioAirFiber launch to raise the stakes for competitors
Wide availability of Jio’s latest offering, coupled with its attractive pricing plans, could lead to a significant increase in the number of broadband subscribers even in areas where internet penetration has traditionally been low, and lower the digital divide in the world’s most populous nation
Global Biofuel Alliance: Path-breaking move, but many challenges ahead of the goal
Biofuels have been subject to criticism for their socio-economic effects. Their effect on food production and prices, reduction in poverty level and in carbon emissions, deforestation, soil erosion and loss of biodiversity has remained in focus
Dalio’s Shakespearean turn is a sign of the times
Dalio is typical of 20th century hedge fund founders in that he took on all three tasks personally -- he managed the trading, pitched investors and structured operations
Women's Reservation Bill is a game changer in India’s political landscape
Even if the reservation is going to come into effect only in 2029, the reverberations of the historic legislation will be felt in 2024 itself. With women voter turnout higher than males in many states, parties that oppose or fail to uphold the spirit of the law could face a backlash from the women constituency
India-Canada ties plummet as row over Khalistan activities intensifies
Now that the knives are drawn on both sides, with bilateral ties nose-diving, the trade pact seems like a distant dream. Last week, a fuming India had decided to press the pause button on the negotiations for a bilateral free trade agreement
Transition from old to new Parliament building marks growth of a democracy on the cusp of global leadership
The Old Parliament building has stood witness to India's transformation from a mere political concept into a tangible and formidable nation, with all its grandeur and strength. The members who will sit in the new Parliament building have the responsibility to take India to greater heights
The AI ate my homework, and my schoolwork too
To be sure, AI will change the nature of not only homework but also instructions
