Opportunities

Due to the illiquid nature of smallcaps, deployment takes time as mutual funds have to wait for the right opportunities. On the other hand, chasing the stocks may drive up the prices.

Banks well-placed for next five years, says Sridhar Sivaram of Enam Holdings

Banks that will keep its CASA and deposits cost reasonable, will do well

Money Money Money: Top investment mantras for women

Being a woman is a wonderful thing. We have more choices and more opportunities to realise our potential in today's world. The only thing that can perhaps limit a woman today is her own imagination and of course her financial reality.

Entrepreneurship, growth and opportunities: A CII-KPMG Report

The report examines the current trends and key themes that impact the Enterprise segment in the country. The aim of the report is to share insights with entrepreneurs to help build scalable business and leverage the significant growth opportunities the segment provides, over the next decade.

Mint Annual Banking Conclave: Future of Indian banking system

In the 10th Mint Annual Banking Conclave, a panel of experts speak about -- opportunities, hurdles, how to address these issues, what can be called as the future of the Indian banking system and how technology is driving that.

Businesses can unlock $12 trn via key development goals: Report

The report, released on Monday by the Business and Sustainable Development Commission, said pressure on business to become a "responsible social actor" was likely to grow.

World's economic model deeply flawed: Study

Releasing the study ahead of the 5-day WEF annual meeting beginning today evening, the Business and Sustainable Development Commission said the next decade is critical for companies to open 60 key market 'hotspots', tackle social and environmental challenges, and rebuild trust with society.

The Winning Leap: Looks at risk & regulatory complexity

PwC Winning Leap looks at how businesses create value, discuss the strategies and opportunities that are vital for their growth and the various challenges they face in India's economic environment, also looks at risk and regulatory complexity, analyse the depth of these issues and derive how best to tackle them.

K'taka would soon take top slot for women entrepreneurship: CM

Rolling out red carpet to women entrepreneurs, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah today expressed confidence that with several initiatives taken, the state would soon occupy the top slot for women entrepreneurship.

Expect to surpass FY17 H1 growth rate of 13% in H2: Havells

Havells India grew at 13 percent in the first half of current fiscal. Considering the satisfactory growth rate in the current quarter, Anil Rai Gupta, Chairman and Managing Director Of Havells India.

Jharkhand CM invites US industries to 'Make in Jharkhand'

Jharkhand Chief Minister Raghubar Das today invited American industries to 'Make in Jharkhand', calling on businesses from across the US to invest in sectors like agriculture as he touted investor-friendly policies and an atmosphere of ease of doing business in his state.

Assam has immense potential in plastic industry

Assam has immense potential in plastic industry with a massive campaign underway to tap the opportunities, state Industries and Commerce Minister Chandra Mohan Patowary said today. "Plastic has become omnipresent in our daily life.

Ecom platform can give SMEs access to global markets: Teaotia

E-commerce platform is fast emerging as a new trend in global trade and SMEs should use this medium to get direct access to the world markets, a top government official said today.

IIJS opens doors for young innovators and MSME sector

In a welcome move, IIJS 2016 plans to introduce "Hall of Innovation" product gallery and a dedicated section for MSME sector in Hall no. 2 at Bombay Exhibition Centre.

MSME Sector: Issues, Challenges & Opportunities

The aim of MSME Leadership Series is to look at what suggestions and opportunities are there and how can we further augment the growth of this sector.

May see more divestment issues before fiscal is out: Secy

After its mega disinvestment plan appears to have come a cropper in fiscal year 2015-16, the government is expected to set out a more realistic target of Rs 40,000 crore in fiscal year 2017, sources have told CNBC-TV18.

Newgen and HP join hands to tap Digital India opportunity

Newgen Software Technologies and enterprise content management solutions today announced signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with HP India to tap the rapidly growing opportunities from Indian government's Digital India initiative.

Govt incentives needed for SMEs: Chanda Kochhar

The Emerging India awards for 10 glorious years now have continued to recignise SMEs who are striving to create world class products and services setting high benchmarks and optimising opportunities across the globe.

India must make full use of Iran nuclear deal: President

"The Iran-Pakistan-India pipeline can also be revived since Iran has already built section of the pipeline in its territory. Such energy projects could also prove to be game changers for geo-strategic stability," President Pranab Mukherjee said.

India story intact; focus on long term: Warburg Pincus

Charles Kaye and Joseph Landy, Global Co-Presidents, of Warburg Pincus are among the minority who believe that the India story is still intact, despite the volatile currency and depressing economic indicators. They feel there can be large investment opportunities even in times of slow growth.

Will take 5-7 years to touch another $100bn: IT stalwarts

Looking at the long-term road map for IT Industry, National Association of Software and Services Companies (NASSCOM) is projecting that we will touch another USD 100 billion over the next five-seven years for the Indian IT Industry.

LIC Housing 'examining' opportunities in S'pore, Malaysia

LIC Housing Finance today said it is 'examining' opportunities in the Singapore and Malaysian markets as it seeks to expand its overseas presence. "We are getting demands from Singapore and Malaysia. We will examine it...", LIC director and chief executive V K Sharma told reporters here.

Make Money in the Craft Trade

At a time when most believe there is no money in the crafts business, a group of women entrepreneurs in Kolkata has put together a business model that will put many to shame.

Asia finance hiring muscles through tough climate

The hiring window is open a crack for the Asian financial sector, keeping opportunities afloat for now while the industry shrinks across the globe.

Facebook sees advertising prospects beyond games

Facebook, recently valued at USD 50 billion, sees opportunities to extend its advertising business beyond the gaming sector, a company executive said on Monday.