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  • This is what it takes to create an Indian challenger to the ‘Big Four’

    This is what it takes to create an Indian challenger to the ‘Big Four’

    An economy that is forecast to break into the top three before the decade is over has an underwhelming global footprint in advisory and professional services. The government is trying to find ways to change status quo. More than regulatory tweaks, the main constraint for Indian firms may be their mindset, argues a ‘Big Four’ lifer  

  • Domestic consulting firms seek removal of entry barriers in govt projects that favour Big 4

    Domestic consulting firms seek removal of entry barriers in govt projects that favour Big 4

    Indian firms seek level-playing field, call for overhaul of Rs 500-crore turnover empanelment norm

  • Bengaluru airport likely to partner with KPMG for AI solutions to enhance passenger experience, operational efficiency

    Bengaluru airport likely to partner with KPMG for AI solutions to enhance passenger experience, operational efficiency

    AI-powered chatbots are among the initiatives planned to enhance the passenger experience at India’s third-busiest airport.

  • Closing due diligence underway at IDBI Bank

    Closing due diligence underway at IDBI Bank

    Financial bids will be called once the diligence report is finalised, which according to sources may happen by the end of March

  • Big Four consultancies ask employees to go slow on work travel, use public transport

    Big Four consultancies ask employees to go slow on work travel, use public transport

    The development assumes significance as work-related travel is a key expense for the firms. The Big Four consultancies cited net-zero goal as another reason behind the move

  • The rehabilitation of KPMG

    The rehabilitation of KPMG

    The years of audit failings and regulatory fines at its UK business are over, but some worry the firm is still losing ground to rivals

  • Double standard deduction to Rs 1 lakh keeping in mind rising expenses, inflation: KPMG

    Double standard deduction to Rs 1 lakh keeping in mind rising expenses, inflation: KPMG

    There has been a significant rise in medical expenses, fuel costs and overall inflation. Keeping in mind the increase in personal expenditure it is popularly expected to enhance the standard deduction to Rs 1 lakh from the existing limit of Rs 50,000, KPMG said in a note.

  • The Green Hydrogen Revolution: A Game Changer for India's Energy Landscape

    The Green Hydrogen Revolution: A Game Changer for India's Energy Landscape

    As green hydrogen gains prominence, India can reduce its reliance on imported fossil fuels, leading to reduced trade deficits and enhanced energy independence.

  • Balancing Economic Growth and Sustainability: Navigating the Nexus of Prosperity and Planet

    Balancing Economic Growth and Sustainability: Navigating the Nexus of Prosperity and Planet

    Shweta Punj in conversation with Anish De, Global Head-Energy, Natural Resources & Chemicals (ENRC), KPMG and Apurba Mitra, Partner-ESG, KPMG in India to explore the pivotal role of balancing sustainability while maintaining economic growth.

  • EY rolls out AI-powered platform after $1.4 billion tech investment

    EY rolls out AI-powered platform after $1.4 billion tech investment

    The move aligns the consulting firm with rivals like KPMG and Accenture, which are pouring billions into AI, hoping it will be their next big growth driver.

  • Quality, Sustainability & Convenience, the New Dilemmas of Retail Business

    Quality, Sustainability & Convenience, the New Dilemmas of Retail Business

    Retail sector must grapple with some emerging dilemmas that centre on consumer retention and loyalty as it is buffeted by headwinds and tailwinds.

  • How India needs to play the pharma game

    How India needs to play the pharma game

    From pharmacy of the world in volume to pharmacy of the world in value, that is the way to go for India, and companies big and small including start-ups are rearing to go.

  • KPMG to cut 5% of US jobs in fresh round of layoffs

    KPMG to cut 5% of US jobs in fresh round of layoffs

    The firm had over 39,000 employees in the U.S. at the end of its last fiscal year on Sept. 30.

  • First Republic Bank, its board members and KPMG hung around each other for too long

    First Republic Bank, its board members and KPMG hung around each other for too long

    Long-running relationships can threaten objectivity. In the US, lead audit partners are periodically changed so that auditor and audited don't get too close. A director who sits long on the board may also find it harder to maintain an independent perspective

  • Supreme Court sets aside Bombay HC order barring prosecution against Deloitte and BSR

    Supreme Court sets aside Bombay HC order barring prosecution against Deloitte and BSR

    The judgment was passed in an appeal by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs against a 2020 order of the Bombay HC granting relief for the two audit firms, which moved to court against the government’s decision to ban them from auditing activities for five years.

  • VC funds flow to startups dries up 25% in first quarter of 2023, says KPMG

    VC funds flow to startups dries up 25% in first quarter of 2023, says KPMG

    The latest figure was also the joint-lowest since the second quarter of 2018, when Indian startups raised $1.7 billion.

  • EY India assures no plans to cut down on manpower after US arm lays off 3,000

    EY India assures no plans to cut down on manpower after US arm lays off 3,000

    Other major consulting and accounting firms have also opted for downsizing in recent times. McKinsey is planning to cut 2,000 jobs after hiring while KPMG too announced earlier this year that it will lay off 2% of its workforce – or about 700 employees – in the United States.

  • Why was KPMG still auditing Silicon Valley Bank?

    Why was KPMG still auditing Silicon Valley Bank?

    Long-term client relationships are a known risk to audit quality. KPMG’s near 30-year run at SVB demands a fresh look at the issue

  • Finding Equilibrium Amid Omnichannel Chaos

    Finding Equilibrium Amid Omnichannel Chaos

    How are FMCG companies finding equilibrium at a time when distribution models are becoming more complex and dynamic? We ask some leading FMCG players.

  • KPMG layoffs: Accounting firm to cut 700 jobs in US

    KPMG layoffs: Accounting firm to cut 700 jobs in US

    KPMG has said it will lay off 2% of its workforce – or about 700 employees – in the United States.

  • Budget 2023: Time to think big and act bold on tax

    Budget 2023: Time to think big and act bold on tax

    Budget 2023: Tax policy will play a key role in driving manufacturing competitiveness, revitalising special economic zones, boosting investor confidence of non-residents, says Naveen Aggarwal from KPMG

  • Budget 2023: What's In Store For Infrastructure Sector?

    Budget 2023: What's In Store For Infrastructure Sector?

    What is the Infrastructure sector expecting from the budget? Catch Manish Aggarwal, Partner, Head - Infrastructure & Disinvestments, KPMG India & Arindam Guha, Partner, Government & Public Services Leader, Deloitte India in an exclusive conversation with Rachita Prasad, Moneycontrol. Tune in!

  • Climate financing demand estimated at around $7.6 trillion annually through 2050: Report

    Climate financing demand estimated at around $7.6 trillion annually through 2050: Report

    Climate finance gap needs urgent attention and collective action, said Global Head for Energy, KPMG.

  • Over 50% of CEOs looking to cut jobs in next 6 months. Remote workers could be worst-affected

    Over 50% of CEOs looking to cut jobs in next 6 months. Remote workers could be worst-affected

    Over 90% of CEOs in the United States are worried about a recession in the coming 12 months, and more than half are considering workforce reductions to prepare for it, a KPMG has found.

  • Former KPMG audit head Khatri to float global consultancy firm in new innings

    Former KPMG audit head Khatri to float global consultancy firm in new innings

    Jamil Khatri had stepped down recently after a tenure of 27 years

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