There is a perception getting built inside the government that big technology companies -- a common term used for firms like Facebook, Google, Twitter, Amazon and the like - are becoming very powerful and present multiple threats to entire nations and their citizens today. The digital ecosystem is replete with CSAM (child sexual abuse material), fake news, drug trade, radicalisation, trolling among other social vices. Given the network effect that these platforms have, it is important to ensure that these platforms are not misused.
The next hearing on Pfizer's plea is slated for March 21
In three of the past four years, 10-year returns have been 10 per cent or lower, making equity unattractive, compared to other asset classes.
The derivatives expiry on Thursday is also expected to add to the volatility.
Among the top 10 fastest growing consumer brands in the country, Yellow Diamond leverages the growing preference for local flavours in the snacks market, says Samreen Ahmad.
Leadership, teamwork, communication, productivity, and wellness skills are essential for every employee's success.
Mahindra and Mahindra was the top gainer in the Sensex pack, surging over 16 per cent, followed by Maruti, Titan, Bajaj Finance, HDFC, Bajaj Auto and Hero MotoCorp. On the other hand, HUL, Tech Mahindra, IndusInd Bank and Nestle were the laggards.
FY14 profit halves, dips to 4-yr low
'Almost 70 per cent production time of a vaccine is dedicated to quality control, which is done through several hundred tests.'
'It says, we are not just an overseas player -- we are Kia India and here for good'
"We raced against time and were the first country to report cases to the world," Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi said in interviews to the official media over the weekend.
A PhD from Chicago-Booth and a top-ranking IIT-IIM alumnus, Krishnamurthy Subramanian is one of the world's leading experts in banking, corporate governance and economic policy
Investors must, however, be prepared for volatility in ELSS, cautions Sanjay Kumar Singh.
Equity MF schemes recorded worst inflows in three and a half years at Rs 1,311 crore for November. Investors across the board have taken money off the table as markets have scaled new highs. Industry experts said SIPs had stayed intact, which is a healthy sign for the MF industry.
The recent circular follows the 'true-to-label' concept, but large funds in the multi-cap category may be forced to merge in the absence of sufficient small-cap options.
'Localisation saves a lot of time and cost for them. Keeping an eye on a long-term market, this is the best way these car-makers can build momentum for their brands.'
Apart from sustaining your portfolio when the domestic market is faring well, global diversification also safeguards it against currency risk.
Jio is planning to win over 350 million 2G feature phone users by launching a smartphone at a fraction of the current cost.
Holding cash may actually help fund managers limit downside in the current environment, but large cash component poses the risk of missing out sharp upsides in a broader market rally, reports Jash Kriplani.
However, a net amount of Rs 11,119 crore was withdrawn from the debt segment during the same period. This translated into a net investment of Rs 1,003 crore.
Top losers in the Sensex pack included M&M, SBI, Yes Bank, Asian Paints, HDFC, Tata Steel and L&T, shedding up to 2.55 per cent. The broader NSE Nifty settled 79.80 points, or 0.72 per cent, down at 10,996.10.
Experts say despite it being a global deal, the transaction will have to undergo CCI scrutiny because of the scale of operations.
The Street was hoping that investors will lap up shares of high-dividend companies on optimism that their payouts will increase further, thanks to the 20 per cent tax saving. However, the trade failed to materialise as wealthy investors stayed away fearing high tax outgo, and experts raised doubts on whether companies would actually increase cash dole outs.
Parents always want to give the best to their children.
Three stockmarket experts give their best picks for the New Year.
Germans started adjusting to a new world on Thursday, brushing off any notion that a shock humiliation in the soccer World Cup
Experts say data localisation and sharing is probably the single-biggest detriment that the draft policy talks about, the rest have no or minor repercussions on the players
The delay of the SE 2, billed as the cheapest iPhone and tentatively priced below Rs 40,000 in India, puts the brakes on the tech major's plans for a revival. With the supply chain at its largest manufacturer Foxconn in disarray, as it is struggling to operate in China because of the COVID-19 crisis, the postponement was inevitable.
Experts believe cyclical glitches account for the downturn in mobile-phone sales
'The Chinese outdid them in the price game and turned the competitive dynamics at the lower end of the handset market from price to value.'
The iconic British brand acquired by Unilever in 2009 from American major Sara Lee, is attempting to get a new image with actors Sidharth Malhotra and Varun Dhawan.
In 2019 investors backed some of the major online healthcare and pharmacy retailers, with PharmEasy leading the deal list. The firm raised funds through the year to bring in around $220 million and the round is yet to be concluded, according to Venture Intelligence data.
The Canadian smartphone maker is banking on its platform-agnostic security and software products to make incursions in the market.
A car that gives you a better resale value will reduce the cost of your next purchase, points out Bindisha Sarang.
'The government wants farmers to diversify from rice and wheat, and create another green revolution. Cannabis can play a big part in that'
Mutual funds aspirants have the option of snapping up smaller AMCs or applying for a new licence.
Dettol is the leader in the anti-septic liquid category.
'Perhaps a better question to ask would be: Is this 'Made for India'?' asks AI expert Ganesh Mani.
While a little more than 140 penny stocks have doubled in value, 555 have given negative returns in the past year. Of these, 84 shed more than half their value.
Since UK referendum outcome to exit European Union last Friday, 32 companies have hit record highs.
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