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Welcome Sanjay Malhotra as new RBI Governor
The New RBI Governor: Expectations, Background, and Policy Implications The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced the appointment of Sanjay Malhotra as the new Governor, marking a significant leadership transition for one of the most critical financial institutions in India. As policymakers, economists, and industry leaders look to the new Governor to navigate India’s…
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Vedanta Stock Demerger Opportunity: Unlocking Value for Shareholders
Vedanta Limited, one of India’s leading natural resources companies, has announced a major demerger initiative aimed at creating independent, pure-play business entities. This strategic move is expected to unlock significant value for shareholders by improving operational efficiency and enabling focused growth for each business segment. The Demerger Plan Under the proposed plan, Vedanta Limited will…
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A Tribute to Dr. Manmohan Singh: Architect of Modern India’s Economic Reform
On December 26, 2024, India lost one of its greatest visionaries and statesmen, Dr. Manmohan Singh. He leaves behind an indelible legacy as an economist, leader, and a figure of quiet strength who steered India through transformative times. Born on September 26, 1932, in Gah, Punjab (now in Pakistan), Dr. Singh devoted his life to…
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Asian Paints: A Splash Below All-Time Highs – Opportunity or Concern?
Asian Paints, one of India’s most iconic consumer companies, has seen its stock price correct significantly from its all-time highs. Once trading at the pinnacle of investor confidence, the stock now hovers around the 2200+ level, raising questions about its future prospects. Is this correction an opportunity for long-term investors, or a warning signal to…
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Popcorn Politics: The GST Popcorn Tax Chronicles
Popcorn: the universal snack of cinema-goers, binge-watchers, and anyone who’s ever thought, “I deserve to eat my feelings in the form of fluffy, buttery clouds.” For years, this crunchy delight remained blissfully simple. But in India, nothing escapes the iron grip of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) – not even popcorn. So, what’s popped…
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Top 10 Stocks in India with the Highest Dividend Yield in 2024
Investing in dividend-yielding stocks has long been a strategy for those seeking steady income from their investments. With India’s growing economy and a robust stock market, many companies offer attractive dividends, making them excellent choices for both new and seasoned investors. This blog explores the top 10 stocks in India with the highest dividend yields…
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Will Bitcoin Beat Alphabet and Amazon in Market Cap by December 2024?
As of December 2024, here’s the current ranking of top global assets by market capitalization (data sourced from Companies Market Cap): Rank Asset Name Market Cap (Trillions USD) Current Price (USD) Country 1 Gold 18.0 2,684 Global 2 Apple 3.7 247 USA 3 NVIDIA 3.5 144 USA 4 Microsoft 3.3 449 USA 5 Amazon 2.4…
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Breaking News: Bitcoin Hits $100K: From Genesis Block to 5th December 2024
History is written on 5th December 2024. The Journey of Bitcoin to Six Figures: A Milestone in Cryptocurrency The cryptocurrency world has witnessed a historic moment: Bitcoin, the pioneering digital currency, has finally reached the astounding $100,000 mark. From its inception with the creation of the Genesis Block in January 2009 by the elusive Satoshi…
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The Next 10 Years: How These 5 Technologies (ABCDE) Will Create the Millionaires and Billionaires of Tomorrow
The world is evolving at an unprecedented pace, and the next decade promises to be a transformative one, driven by emerging technologies. Aspiring millionaires and billionaires have always been early adopters and innovators, and these five fields — AI, Biotech, Crypto/Cloud Computing, Drones, and Electric Vehicles (EVs) — are shaping the future of wealth creation.…
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Why is HDFC Bank Selling Car Loan Portfolios (12000 cr), and What Could It Mean?
HDFC Bank, India’s largest private sector lender, recently sold car loan portfolios worth over ₹12,700 crore through securitization. This move is part of a strategic effort to improve its financial position, primarily by addressing its high credit-deposit (CD) ratio, which stood at an elevated 86.3% as of September 2024. The bank aims to lower this…