HUL: Robust Q1 show but poor volume growth & stiff competition are worries
The impact on the volume front is expected in the current quarter as well due to the gradual pick-up in GSTN coverage. So, the flattish volume growth observed in Q1 of 2018 can further deteriorate in the current quarter.
How robo advisors are impacting your money matters
With the growing cost of brick-and-mortar model and highly paid advisors, it’s only natural that this process gets automated, simple and most importantly cost-effective.
With Chinese markets sneezing, will the world markets catch a cold?
China has hinted at liquidity tightening and increased scrutiny. The lowest hanging fruits are falling, but the key question is will it affect other markets.
Personal loan or gold loan—How to choose between the two?
Interest rates for personal loans range between 10.99% and 24% p.a., depending on your employer, monthly income, repayment tenure and loan amount. Interest rates on gold loans range between 12% and 24% p.a.
ITC’s tax bounty goes up in smoke. What should investors do now?
Yesterday, GST council increased the cess on cigarettes so as to keep the tax incidence post-GST at the level it was before the introduction of the new tax regime.
Why SEBI’s investment advisory regulation is a step in the right direction for mutual fund investors
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has spelt out clear demarcation between the two, wherein a distributor is someone who sells commission-laden mutual funds
De-mystifying the myth: Financial Planning is only for people of higher incomes
It is essential for anyone who wants to take control of their financial life, make informed money decisions and achieve financial independence
A must do list for investors
Both the advisor and the investor should agree upon what action should be taken when the market conditions are rough
Bhansali Engg's capacity expansion targets, sales guidance give it earnings visibility
Based on recent results and company’s guidance, we revise our earnings estimates for the company significantly.
How millennials have redefined the Indian residential market
To say that Indian millennials prefer to rent homes would be a senseless generalization.
Potential of virtual currency for a developing nation like India
India has the world’s largest inward remittance market which is more than $70 billion per year
6 things to remember while filing your income tax return
File your income tax return before the due date of July 31.
Insurers as proactive investors-a fillip for listed company corporate governance
Institutional investors have begun to actively participate in decision-making at shareholders’ meetings of listed companies
Why Tatas and Birlas are exiting fertiliser business
With no new urea capacity coming up in a decade, its intriguing why the conglomerates are turning away from fertilisers
Showing plenty of mettle, Tata Steel still has a lot of value
A further re-rating of the stock could well be on the cards.
Medical loans: An alternative healthcare financing model
Medical loans, which normally come in the ticket size of Rs. 20,000 to Rs. 5 lakh and have a tenure of six months to one year, can be availed at 0% interest rates and are increasingly affordable.
Bajaj Corp’s Q1 result: GST impacts volume offtake; fund-raising next key event
Its conference call threw up interesting insights into how FMCG, of which Bajaj was the first to announce results this fiscal year, would pan out.
The good, the bad and the ugly of Walmart–Maharashtra deal
One might think that at a time when few private players are investing, any such announcement is lapped up by politicians to showcase their pro-industry approach. However, in the case of Maharashtra-Walmart pact, there are other issues at play which would rightfully make any state proud.
Inflation is crashing, but a rate cut by RBI at its August policy meet not a given
RBI had begun the fiscal on a hawkish note in its April policy and then softened its tone in the June policy. But a rate cut at the upcoming policy meet on August 1-2, cannot be taken for granted.
Prataap Snacks IPO likely to hit capital market by December
The company had received capital market regulator's approval for the initial public offer in April
Air India parts may take time to digest, but IndiGo is one for the long haul
Interglobe Aviation, better known as IndiGo, the market leader in the domestic skies, is now aiming big with its announced intent of acquiring Air-India’s international operations.
Stake sales, leaner structure could brew up some cheer for Tata Global Beverages stock
TGBL has a 4.39% stake in Tata Chemicals valued at Rs 720 crore, and minor stakes in Indian Hotels and Tata Investment Corporation. The amount realized can be used for expanding the company’s product portfolio.
Why you should make a balanced mutual fund a part of your portfolio
If the investor takes position in equity through balanced funds, they get to realise equity growth potential and lower fund volatility.
Balmer Lawrie: Cash & excess land bank could unlock huge value
Balmer, which is sitting on huge land bank and a cash equivalent of about Rs 530 crore, close to 20 percent of its market capitalisation, is revisiting its growth strategies.
