opinion

Yes Bank troubles show that being the best isn’t about size

Many of today’s hugely successful companies are in serious danger of losing their momentum because of their founders’ need for self-glory

MMT and helicopter money: A contrived association

Critics do not realise that bond sales and purchases are a monetary policy operation and not a method of funding fiscal deficits whether with self-imposed budgetary constraints or infamous helicopter money drops by the government

Japan’s Defence White Paper: New avenues for India-Japan defence cooperation?

Japan’s limitations are high costs, inflexible procedures and being risk-averse, and it should be engaged to create a partnership based on an economic model leading to a value chain unique to India and Japan

A $765-million shot across Indian pharma’s bows

India wants its pharmaceutical supply chain to become more self-sufficient but the US has a similar goal. What this could mean for Indian pharma.

Is the Congress too late in trying to reclaim Narasimha Rao’s legacy?

Statements by Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi in praise of Narasimha Rao do not give the impression of a change of heart. It’s more like water off a duck’s back

India needs to review its treatment of migrant labour

The root of the migrant labour crisis lay in the lack of employment opportunities in rural India, which must be restructured with vastly diversified productive activities to absorb local labour

Here is how skewed the Indian market is

The top 20 companies based on their market capitalisation now account for more than half of total market value

Chart of the Day | Green balance in energy mix — A long way to go

Coal comprises largest chunk in electricity generated from different fuel sources

Will new chief Thierry Bollore be able to steer JLR out of its existential crisis?

JLR’s fundamentals show a battered auto company facing stiff competition amid rapidly changing technological and market dynamics, apart from the pandemic

Stressing about bank capital

Macroeconomic shocks could lead to capital levels falling below 7 percent for multiple banks

Iran-China Mega Deal | Game-changing bargaining chip for Iran

This partnership is going to act as a bargaining chip for Iran as it will get some much-needed wiggle room and breathing space, irrespective of the next occupant in the White House

How does India’s vaccine manufacturing prowess place it in the fight against COVID-19?

Though India has a vast array of manufacturing facilities, the type of facility which will be required will become clear only once there is a full-fledged approval of a vaccine

Finance ministry needs to immediately step in to protect the market from SEBI’s unreasonable diktats

If the finance ministry does not interfere immediately, SEBI’s diktats can structurally weaken the market.

Pyrrhic victory for bank employees

The obvious flaw with this kind of a one-size-fits-all agreement is that it does not distinguish between individual employees on the basis of their productivity

Captain Gopinath: Only a mutiny can save Congress

If the rank and file do not rebel when the Congress is drifting, headless and is splintering, then neither the members nor the party have a reason to exist

RBI Financial Stability Report: Notes for investors

Only when the pandemic runs its course and various loan moratoria or restructurings end, can we get a true picture of bank books

Why consumers must start demanding greater data privacy

The consent-based model of data collection is a charade. Regulation must evolve to put limits on what companies can do with your personal data

Monsoon watch: The downtrend continues

Two regions are contributing to a sharp deceleration in rainfall. While sowing is healthy over a year ago, the gap over the normal sowing area is also decelerating.

The Big Picture | Assessing India’s options with China

India should understand the big picture and concentrate on building its military, diplomatic, political, and economic capabilities to manage China. In the long run, that is the only sustainable way to deal with a powerful neighbour

Moneycontrol Pro Exclusive: R C Bhargava on the auto industry recovery, a GST rate cut and the road ahead for Maruti Suzuki

Automakers are looking to increase volumes first and foremost at present, says Maruti Suzuki chairman

Third quarter starts on upbeat note for developed economies

A rebound was expected as lockdowns eased, but the question is how much of it is due to pent-up demand

Lower tax may not be bait enough to spur consumption

Future fiscal measures must aim at creating more job/income opportunities