Shifting to a PPP model could repeat the errors of the past
The taxpayers and honest borrowers suffer when a big entity defaults.
A glance back at some important events that occurred in 2018.
'The quick fixes have failed; there is now no alternative to deeper reforms,' says Ajay Shah.
The Arun Jaitley-led finance ministry reiterated banks should act tough on wilful defaulters.
The Central Bureua of Investigation sought a maximum of seven years imprisonment for the five convicted persons and imposition of heavy fine on the private firm.
'When bankers are hounded by investigative agencies for credit decisions going wrong and defaulters are treated like outcasts, who will borrow money and who will lend?' asks Tamal Bandyopadhyay.
RBI would like to work on examining the regulatory framework for the voluntary withdrawal by the entrepreneur.
Tata Sons said dividend from 40-odd Tata Group firms had declined during Mistry's tenure while expenses had risen
He added that the risks can increase if the Chinese slowdown gathers more speed.
A revenue court on Wednesday ordered return of the land sold to Rajiv Gandhi Charitable Trust by an industrial house to Uttar Pradesh State Industrial Development Corporation.
India's fiscal deficit trends are a bit like an alcoholic trying, unsuccessfully, to reform. Virtue does not last for too long, says Shankar Acharya.
Viom Networks is planning to raise arouns Rs 1500 crore (Rs 15 billion) and is likely to list its shares on the London Stock Exchange (LSE), say sources.
The IMF dashed any hope that Athens could avert default.
Thanks to the recapitalisation by the government and measures taken by the central bank, collapse of any large housing finance company won't pose as big a risk as it had six months ago.
Financial numbers can sometimes paint a rosy picture because of changes in the accounting policy or a one-time income.
The international operations of Air India seem to be the main attraction for IndiGo, which has also flagged concerns about some foreign overseas airlines being allowed "disproportionate access" to the Indian market.
Low oil prices drove the growth in states' share faster than expected, says Abhishek Waghmare.
'The mood in Beijing is already nervous and feverously watchful.' 'Developments in China will be scrutinised as intensely and nervously as the ones in Washington,' says Claude Smadja.
Analysts question negative net worth because of dividend payout ahead of IPO.
Hemant Kanoria tells Niraj Bhatt why understanding the dynamics of the borrower's business is critical for the lender.
Out of nearly 30 public sector undertakings and assets under 'strategic sale' plan, only the ONGC-HPCL plan has been completed
The clean-up process begun by the Reserve Bank of India runs the risk of spiralling out of control.
The ruling by US Judge Steven Rhodes, who cited the city's dismal finances and $18 billion owed to a multitude of creditors in support of his decision, marks a watershed in the history of Detroit.
NDA government has shunned populism.
During a crisis situation, effective communication both internally and externally is one of the most important measures.
With the Sensex again nearing 28,000 points, investors can make good returns with a one-two year horizon.
The banking, oil and metal sectors were the top sectoral losers on the BSE, while IT stocks rendered support at lower levels.
Is the SBI chairman leaving the bank in a stronger and better position than what it was? Abhijit Lele finds out.
Merely choosing investment products in accordance with your risk profile is not enough. Consider all your requirements before deciding where to put your money
The Central Bureau of Investigation has started a preliminary enquiry looking into the Rs 950 crore (Rs 9.5 billion) alleged bad loan given by IDBI Bank to Kingfisher Airlines ignoring the company's negative credit ratings and net worth.
The IMF's predictions for India's near-term growth may seem rosy, but the usual caveats apply - that is, we are apt to under-perform.
Raghuram Rajan, said, the scourge of loan losses "had a tendency to increase, get too big to ignore, too late to manage, and push the system into crisis".
While the UK will possibly go into recession, the bigger fear is copycat referendums from other EU nations.
The Indian government and RBI must keep foreign equity investors happy and avoid crushing growth expectations, notes Akash Prakash.
A glance back at some of the important ups and down Indian Inc faced in 2018.
Tough conditions imposed by global lenders could cause an outcry.
The Governor, who completes one year in RBI on Wednesday, has stabilised the rupee and is getting a fix on inflation.
Vodafone Plc and its ex-shareholders have suffered due to the delay in an Initial Public Offer (IPO) of its Indian unit.
Stockmarket Gurus Raamdeo Agrawal, Manish Gunwani, S Naren and Nilesh Shah discuss their favourite themes for the New Year.
