News for 'Retail Participation'

Gems & jewellery trade fully ready for GST rollout

Gems & jewellery trade fully ready for GST rollout

Rediff.com16 May 2017

The GST rate for the sector has not yet been finalised by the government.

Market turbulence: Advice for Investors

Market turbulence: Advice for Investors

Rediff.com25 Feb 2021

'Long-term retail investors should not worry about these sharp dips and jumps if they have chosen their stocks wisely.' 'Short-term volatility is a given and a rise and fall of two-three per cent should not worry them.'

Indian Unicorns Boom

Indian Unicorns Boom

Rediff.com29 Jul 2021

India is currently home to 52 unicorn startups and one of the fastest-growing startup ecosystems.

Clean tech is next hypergrowth opportunity for Mukesh Ambani

Clean tech is next hypergrowth opportunity for Mukesh Ambani

Rediff.com25 Jun 2021

Reliance Industries Ltd's focus on the next hypergrowth opportunities in clean tech and its path to decarbonisation has the potential to spur re-rating, raises clarity on investment cycles and reduces investor worry, brokerages said. RIL chairman Mukesh Ambani at the company's 'Green AGM' on Thursday committed Rs 75,000 crore over the next three years to set up an integrated Green Energy Giga Complex across 5,000 acres in Jamnagar, Gujarat which will contain four giga factories. The complex, which would be one of the world's largest renewable manufacturing facilities, would have an integrated solar photovoltaic module factory, an energy storage battery factory, electrolyser manufacturing for hydrogen production, and manufacturing of fuel cells so that hydrogen can be used in transportation.

Smart thermometer by desi's company helps US fight Covid

Smart thermometer by desi's company helps US fight Covid

Rediff.com25 Jun 2021

As the pandemic enveloped various parts of the US, Kinsa's app alerted its team and wherever possible, the company made the data public. Between March 1 and November 1, 2020, the company captured close to 15 million fever readings and 1.7 million symptom inputs on its app. Several researchers and The New York Times downloaded the company's data, which showed that it was in general three weeks ahead of the surge.

Sensex rises 205 points at close, up for 3rd day

Sensex rises 205 points at close, up for 3rd day

Rediff.com11 Dec 2017

The 50-share NSE Nifty ended 56.60 points, or 0.55 per cent, higher at 10,322.25

Reliance shareholders vote to demerge oil-to-chemicals business

Reliance shareholders vote to demerge oil-to-chemicals business

Rediff.com3 Apr 2021

With the O2C business outlook on the mend, the Street is also looking forward to news on RIL's proposal to sell up to 20 per cent of the O2C business to a strategic investor like Saudi Aramco.

ATM-isation of banking is here

ATM-isation of banking is here

Rediff.com22 Dec 2020

But what do banks gain by opening their apps for all? The answer -- rival bank's customers under their fold.

How govt plans to improve GST compliance

How govt plans to improve GST compliance

Rediff.com13 Dec 2019

To improve compliance, govt may introduce lottery reward for filing GST. The Consumer Welfare Fund, where anti-profiteering proceeds are deposited, will be used to reward the lucky winners on monthly and annual bases. The prize money, yet to be fixed, may run into several lakhs of rupees for the annual draw, and about Rs 50,000 for monthly draws.

'Avoid bottom-fishing in Adani Group shares'

'Avoid bottom-fishing in Adani Group shares'

Rediff.com14 Jun 2021

With most Adani Group shares locked in lower-circuit in early morning trade based on news that accounts of three foreign portfolio investors, heavily invested into group companies, were frozen by the National Security Depository Limited, market experts advise caution that investors should not jump in now to buy at lower levels.

Should pension savings be mandatory?

Should pension savings be mandatory?

Rediff.com18 Sep 2017

'When we say we want to increase pension participation, do we want to increase participation through the savings route?' 'Or do we want people to save in specific pension products?' asks Renuka Sane.

Norms for duty-free shops to be tweaked

Norms for duty-free shops to be tweaked

Rediff.com12 Jan 2016

Earlier, the AAI had called for short-term tenders to set up duty-free and retail shops.

LOST your JOB? Please read this

LOST your JOB? Please read this

Rediff.com1 Jun 2020

'Job opportunities will be available in pharma, retail, medical, virtual business operating sectors, IT sector, telecommunications, infrastructure development, healthcare sector and e-commerce.'

Smaller stocks reap big gains; outshine blue-chips

Smaller stocks reap big gains; outshine blue-chips

Rediff.com3 Oct 2014

They have returned 62 per cent this year.

Takeover code: Small investors to gain big time

Takeover code: Small investors to gain big time

Rediff.com20 Jul 2010

All retail investors may get to sell out, that too at the same price as promoters.

Small stocks give better returns to investors so far this year

Small stocks give better returns to investors so far this year

Rediff.com14 Apr 2014

Analysts said retail investors are major participants in mid-cap and small-cap stocks and activity in this segment has increased over the past few months.

Should RBI print money and finance govt's fiscal deficit?

Should RBI print money and finance govt's fiscal deficit?

Rediff.com15 Jun 2021

Experts disagree with the idea and the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), which has the sole right to print money, is not comfortable with it as well.

As supply slumps, onions prices rise by up to 76%

As supply slumps, onions prices rise by up to 76%

Rediff.com22 Aug 2019

The crop is currently trading at Rs 22 a kg compared to Rs 12.50 one month ago.

Sensex, Nifty clock 2nd straight gains; IT, banking stocks in limelight

Sensex, Nifty clock 2nd straight gains; IT, banking stocks in limelight

Rediff.com27 Nov 2018

Infosys, Reliance Industries, TCS, HDFC, HDFC Bank, Maruti, SBI, IndusInd Bank and Kotak Bank led the gains on the Sensex, rising up to 2.53 per cent.

Investing in MFs? Avoid these errors

Investing in MFs? Avoid these errors

Rediff.com20 Aug 2007

Now that investors are waking up to mutual funds, they should understand a few intricacies of making the best use of that vehicle

How to invest when the stock market is at historic highs

How to invest when the stock market is at historic highs

Rediff.com3 Apr 2014

We are at the cusp of something big today and retail investors need to wake up and participate early to make the most of it.

Will this Budget lower income tax?

Will this Budget lower income tax?

Rediff.com18 Dec 2020

The budget-making exercise offers golden opportunities despite challenges, observes Shankar Acharya, former chief economic adviser to the Government of India.

Advice to investors: 'Stay away from lure of short term gains'

Advice to investors: 'Stay away from lure of short term gains'

Rediff.com14 Dec 2020

'Stick to the known quality names, avoid short term thinking and don't be in a hurry to book profits on your winners.'

How To Invest in 2022: Market Gurus' Gyaan

How To Invest in 2022: Market Gurus' Gyaan

Rediff.com31 Dec 2021

'There is no need to do anything, let your SIPs get deducted every month, and stick to your allocation between equity, fixed income and emergency funds and your risk covers.'

Markets ride easy money wave, experts caution against asset price bubbles

Markets ride easy money wave, experts caution against asset price bubbles

Rediff.com3 Aug 2020

The V-shaped rebound has been aided by a gush of liquidity flooding the global financial system, thanks to balance sheet expansion.

'Defensive portfolio strategy is recommended'

'Defensive portfolio strategy is recommended'

Rediff.com19 Mar 2020

'Investors should reduce cash gradually and look for value investing.'

Your money: Why bonds are better than FDs

Your money: Why bonds are better than FDs

Rediff.com19 Mar 2009

With fixed deposit rates coming down, bonds are once again proving to be an attractive investment.

'Investors aren't sure about the impact of demonetisation'

'Investors aren't sure about the impact of demonetisation'

Rediff.com22 Dec 2016

Daily turnover down by a third in December compared to previous months.

'We are focusing on fintech solutions and innovations': NSE chief

'We are focusing on fintech solutions and innovations': NSE chief

Rediff.com16 Aug 2018

On the occasion of the National Stock Exchange's (NSE's) silver jubilee celebration, its MD and CEO Vikram Limaye, bottom, left, spoke to Somesh Jha to discuss the way forward and how the exchange plans to deal with the present set of issues.

India will need to find jobs for additional 90 mn: Report

India will need to find jobs for additional 90 mn: Report

Rediff.com27 Aug 2020

The McKinsey report said faster employment growth at 12 million non-farm jobs annually is needed in the post-Covid period till 2029-30, up from just four million created each year between 2012 and 2018.

India's wine drinkers deserve better

India's wine drinkers deserve better

Rediff.com22 Jun 2019

'Wine is an indicator of the quality of life,' says Alok Chandra.

IOC, Tata Motors ink marketing pact

IOC, Tata Motors ink marketing pact

Rediff.com18 Aug 2003

Indian Oil Corporation Ltd and Tata Motors Ltd have entered into a strategic alliance for initiating joint marketing activities including the setting up of Tata authorised service stations in select IOC retail outlets.

IPO fundraising crosses Rs 10,000-crore mark till June

IPO fundraising crosses Rs 10,000-crore mark till June

Rediff.com22 Jun 2017

Historically, it is only the third time funds raised through IPOs has crossed the Rs 10k-crore mark

Loan restructuring: 'Whoever needs relief should get it'

Loan restructuring: 'Whoever needs relief should get it'

Rediff.com25 Aug 2020

'Mostly, the relief, if needed, would be for housing loans where a person has lost a job and is unable to pay his EMI or there has been a temporary salary cut.'

Why India Inc is unwilling to hire women

Why India Inc is unwilling to hire women

Rediff.com22 Nov 2019

The lack of a strong diversity policy on the part of companies, a limited pool of women candidates as well as socio-cultural factors contribute to their low numbers.

Cong holds nationwide protests over rising fuel prices

Cong holds nationwide protests over rising fuel prices

Rediff.com20 Feb 2021

The Congress took out marches and observed bandh at several places on Saturday to protest against rising fuel prices.

Brokers under lens for account misuse

Brokers under lens for account misuse

Rediff.com27 Dec 2008

The Securities and Exchange Board of India is conducting inspection of stockbrokers, who act as depository participants (DPs) and are also into margin-funding business, as there have been instances of client-account mismanagement.

Invest in stock markets the SARAL way

Invest in stock markets the SARAL way

Rediff.com6 Mar 2015

To participate in an OFS, investors will have to open a trading A/C

Two-thirds of FII bets slip in red; overseas investors at receiving end

Two-thirds of FII bets slip in red; overseas investors at receiving end

Rediff.com27 Dec 2019

Market experts say that FIIs have been caught off-guard on their exposures to companies with high-leverage and those facing cyclical headwinds.

Missing nominations can pose a challenge to heirs

Missing nominations can pose a challenge to heirs

Rediff.com24 May 2021

If the nominations are not in place, the heirs need to go through a lengthy process to get access to the money cautions Bindisha Sarang.