Brokers like Vasudevan are struggling to keep themselves in tune with this super-informed, new-generation retail investor.
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Sharp fall in capital goods production and manufacturing activity also dented sentiments.
The distinction between "cheap" and "affordable" is a fine one, but no one understands this better than India's aspirational first-time car-owner, says Kanika Datta.
GlowRoad, a business network for homemakers, is helping women who want to earn from home.
In his first interview after taking over as Philips India's vice-chairman and managing director, Krishna Kumar speaks to Business Standard on how the company is readying itself for the next few decades and the increasing importance of India to Philips' global operations.
Their bootstrapped brand sold 25,000 units on Flipkart in five days during the 2017 festive sale.
The forthcoming budget is an excellent opportunity for the Government to fulfill its promise of high economic growth.
Omkeshwar Singh, Head, Rank MF, a mutual fund investment platform, answers your queries.
Robotics is making inroads into HR, but will not replace the function any time soon, experts say.
At the time of filling the KYC (Know Your Customer) documents (when joining), do not sign wherever you are asked to. In particular, look closely at the power of attorney (PoA) section, experts tell Sanjay Kumar Singh
Moody's listed six agenda on the list of pending reforms -- land acquisition Bill, labour law reforms, significant infrastructure investment, tangible benefit from Make in India initiative, tax administration and PSU bank reforms
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Political funding of elections has led to the rise in black money in the economy.
For the next few years, the company would tap services in the areas of education, health and security, through partnerships.
'If some measures are implemented quickly, they can help revive growth.'
US rate hike fear keeps Asian firms in check; India most upbeat.
Royal Enfield sees its scale and dominant market share as adequate buffers against Bajaj's recent challenges, says Ajay Modi.
The Budget touches a few highs and lows as far as personal finance is concerned, and one needs to be aware of them in order to optimise on one's investment plans.
With the advent of new banks, IT firms will get boostto their businesses.
Business chambers now inviting start-ups for membership.
In the past couple of years, Saregama has redefined itself into a 'content IP company'.
'The policy is to consolidate farming into the hands of a few and to take away the food security of the country.' 'Once food is in the hands of 15 chosen corporate houses, you will get food, but at a price that they determine.'
'Considering that an Internet company's market value is largely determined by its direct access to consumers for digital services, and largely served outside a sovereign country's control, it would appear reasonable in trade terms to discuss fees for a seat at the proverbial 'table' of opportunities in the largest open consumer market,' argues Venki Nishtala.
'LIC's proposed investment will come out of what is technically called the 'policyholders funds'.' 'As the name implies, these monies belong to policyholders; that is, you, me and 25 crore others who have taken a total of 30 crore policies from LIC.' 'It is not the government's or LIC's money to play poker with,' says S Muralidharan, former managing director, BNP Paribas.
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Do they have it in them to take on the competition?
'I am quite optimistic that sooner or later, my wishful thinking would turn into a reality.' The only hitch is that the INC president's own career ambitions may be hurt if the Congress merges with the BJP,' says Sudhir Bisht.
Estimates suggest about $100 million has been poured into these companies and a lot more is still to come.
Tista Sengupta/Rediff.com speaks to aspiring plus size models who, for the first time, will walk at Lakme Fashion Week.
Drones are being sold by e-retailers like Flipkart and Snapdeal for less than Rs 40,000 apiece.
Experts say you may invest in small-sized funds and benefit from their nimbleness.
Banks and insurers are beginning to reward customers who show exemplary conduct with lower prices and penalise those who behave poorly by imposing higher costs.
'By not letting bankrupt banks fail, we have discouraged ordinary folk from taking precautions while choosing their bank or at least when they hear bad news about their bank,'says S Muralidharan, former MD, BNP Paribas.
It's puzzling why Indian cos keep their acquired brands out of play.
Sell the property if bought for investment purpose.
Deutsche Bank could be the next to trim its retail operations.
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Since the cash flows will be impacted in a big way, DLF will have to resort to selling non-core assets in a substantial and significant manner through the next few quarters.
Apple Inc unveiled a watch, two larger iPhones and a mobile payments service on Tuesday as Chief Executive Officer Tim Cook seeks to revive the technology company's reputation as a wellspring of innovation.
