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'Large Part Of Capital Needs To Be Met Via GIFT City'

'Foreign capital will continue to come directly into India, but companies have realised...

'BoB Is Well Placed To Manage Shift To ECL'

'Bank has a robust capital adequacy base. Along with balance sheet preparation, the...

We expect deposit rates to moderate post rate cut: RBI

Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Sanjay Malhotra, and Deputy Governors Poonam...

'After GST cut, innovation will boost life insurance'

The reduction in goods & services tax (GST) on individual life and health insurance...

'Strong Reforms, Not Panic, Will Help Rs'

'In the long run, India's strong growth story and reforms to make assets globally...

'Govt Has Executed A Commendable Task'

'...not merely in managing fiscal mathematics, but in demonstrating conservatism and...

WazirX Reboots Operations After Mega Hack

'We've not seen a crypto exchange come back after about 45 per cent of the value on the...

'We Are Poised For An Exciting 2026'

'Earnings growth will be the main driver of India's market in 2026, with profits...

'Andhra Will Become Gateway Of India For Investment'

'We are expecting investment, public and private, of around Rs 40 trillion by 2029.'

'Axis Max Life aims to be breakout No. 3 in life insurance'

Following Axis Max Life Insurance's second-quarter results for 2025-26, Sumit Madan,...

'Problem Is Not Family-Owned Businesses'

'Instead of one or two families controlling 10% to 15% of GDP, it has to be broad...

'For FY26, We Expect Corporate Loan Book Upto Rs 4 Tn'

'We currently have new proposals worth Rs 1.48 trillion in the pipeline.'

'Can't be blaming weather, you continue to execute'

'The DNA of Tata Consumer Products is all food and beverage.'

'Don't Consider Gold, Silver As Asset Classes'

'An asset must generate income. Equities yield dividends, bonds pay coupons, deposits...

'Some IPOs Underperformed Due To...'

'...aggressive pricing amid volatility, but these are exceptions.'

'We Have Become The Largest Eyewear Brand In Asia'

'India needs at least 70,000 to 80,000 eyewear stores; our 2,000 stores are just a drop...

'Govt And Banks Want Private Investment To Return'

'Corporates now have multiple funding sources beyond banks, and many are sitting on...

'IOB Bets Big On M&A Financing'

'This is an area where good lending can happen, and that is one of the priorities for...

'Banks Need To Reinvent Themselves'

'Reinvention is not a hugely difficult task. With technology as available today, you...

'On Track For GDP Growth Exceeding 6.8%'

'I will not be surprised if there is a 7 per cent handle in front of the decimal place...

What Can We Expect From Insurance Sector?

'The government is putting insurance in the same category as food, which is essential...

'Emirates NBD Is In RBL For 15-20 Years'

'It is not looking at valuation, but investment, growth and ultimately better profit...

'The Intent Is To Make A Better Bank In The Future'

'As the team builds, each of them will bring in a different perspective, new thinking.'

What India Plans to Focus On At COP30 Summit in Brazil

'At COP30, the emphasis will be on unlocking climate finance, reinforcing the principle...

'GST 2.0 Boost For Insurance Industry'

'It will support our growth aspirations. It's very positive as it helps expand the...

'Sovereignty in foundational industries is critical'

'The steel industry has a multiplier effect on direct and indirect employment, national...

'We May See Fewer IPO In Next Samvat'

'The primary market's rhythm mirrors investor confidence. While sentiment may appear...

'TCS Can Survive Without H-1B Visas'

'We sent just 500 people from India to the US on H-1B visas. There is no dependence on...

'NPS Will Exceed 30% Growth This Financial Year'

'The informal sector can grow at a 100 per cent rate -- we have to plan big.'

'To Avoid Liquidity Risks, You Must Have...'

'Equities may not outperform every year, but if they do so seven times out of 10, it's...

'Next Samvat Could See Equities Align With...'

'The outlook for the next Samvat is more constructive, as many of the earlier drags are...

'Don't Put Significant Portfolio In Gold, Silver'

'For most investors, I recommend a low double-digit allocation (10 to 12 per cent) to...

'GCCs Have Evolved To Strategic Innovation Hubs'

'Solutions developed in India are being commercialised and offered globally because...

'Don't see mobiles replacing PCs immediately'

'Lots of YouTubers and influencers use a phone that can do lots of things, but if you...

'We Must Aim For 100,000 Defence Startups'

'India has the capital to invest in defence production.''With clear timelines and...

'One episode of instability can take us many years behind'

Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Sanjay Malhotra, with Deputy Governors Poonam...

'Gold, Silver Are Long-Term Insurance'

'The world is heading into a period of serious problems, and gold and silver are among...

From March 2026, India Should Resume Uptrend'

'Indian markets may underperform global peers for the next two quarters.''But beyond...

'Petrol, Diesel In GST? Not In Immediate Future'

'Tax cannot be emotional.'

'Efficiency of E20 is more or less on a par with petrol'

'Crude oil prices are around $66-67 per barrel now but could fall to $55-60 if global...

'My God, The Number Of Meetings We Had On GST!'

'It was like rigorously preparing for a solid, good exam...''I don't know what marks I...

'I Can't Say On September 22, I Will Be With A Stick'

'I am doing the drive in making sure that people pass this on. So the drive is not with...

'India needs capital support in aerospace and defence'

'If we want to pivot meaningfully from a services-driven economy to a technology and...

Must Read: Nirmala Sitharaman Interview

'That is going to have an impact on literally every one, whether you buy a toothpaste,...

'Patience On Markets Will Be Rewarded'

'If nominal growth improves and earnings pick up, Indian stock markets could see a...

'Lenovo to Double 'Make in India' Devices in 2 Years'

'We are increasing our footprint, but other markets also compete - like Indonesia or...

'Consumers Must Get Real Benefit Of GST Cuts'

'In case a particular industry has not passed on the benefits and if we receive...

'Money Is Not A Problem For Me'

'I can sanction projects worth Rs 20 trillion annually as of today.''But my system is...

'No Indian insurer can ignore bancassurance'

'While we expand into other areas, banca remains our primary channel, and we continue...

'Markets Remain Far From 2024 Euphoria'

'A balanced portfolio mix of domestic and international equity, fixed income, and...

'Big Discovery In Deepwater Basin Need Of Hour'

'Both initiatives are welcome moves and we would commit ourselves with focused...

'New I-T Act Will Be Prospective...'

'...so cases that arose under the existing Act will be adjudicated under the old...

100 New Fab Plants, India Aims Higher

'The world now realises that semiconductors are not just important for national...

'Policy actions depend on growth-inflation dynamic'

'Given the lag in transmission, further softening of lending rates may happen in the...

Where Your Data Lives Matters

'What we see now is a much stronger need for data sovereignty.'

'Ample Room For New Entrants In Equity Exchange'

'Market momentum and investor interest are at unprecedented levels, making this the...

'India Is Critical Hub For GlobalLogic's Operations'

'The scale and depth of talent here plays a central role in core software product...

'Tariffs To Have Adverse Impact On Near-Term Growth'

'The statistical confidence bands of the fan charts of the forecasts will provide a...

'Despite Debt, Goa Is Investing In Capital Creation'

'We have created massive infrastructure in the past six years.'

'UK steel ops to break even by FY26'

'Due to tariff uncertainty, automotive customers reduced their steel uplift by almost...

'Banca channel key to achieve insurance for all'

'The kind of reach it has with so many bank branches even in the remotest part of the...

'Yes Bank's Commercial Banking Segment Would Grow'

'MIB which is a part of retail, will grow in the range of 20 per cent.'

'Nothing Will Affect Taxpayers' Benefits'

'There is no retrospective changing of the law, only its simplification.'

'Markets Have Already Scaled A Wall Of Worry'

'From tariff tensions and border skirmishes to unrest in West Asia.''The worst may be...

'Retail losses in derivatives is a concern'

'Sebi's measures are necessary to align the derivatives market with its underlying cash...

'FIIs Looking For Consistency In Regulatory Actions'

'As long as Sebi maintains transparency and market stability, the Jane Street episode...

'75+ IPOs Have Received SEBI Approval'

'Listing of scaled Indian subsidiaries of multinational corporations as well as of...

'Hard for traditional BPM firms to invest big in AI'

'There is a shift in what customers are thinking about in the long term and better...

'Mercedes not chasing numbers in luxury car space'

'In the luxury car segment, the adoption of EVs is almost double compared to the mass...

'The Nature Of Jobs Will Change'

'This is the time to be creative, use AI in real-time operations, and unlock new demand...

'Short-Term Panic Influences Investor Behaviour'

'Investors who remain calm, consistent, and disciplined through short-term volatility...

'India is fastest growing market for SME segment'

'India is a big market for StanC, and it is also fastest growing economy in the world.'

'Sensex Is Barometer Of Economy And Capital Markets'

'BSE has facilitated nearly Rs 35 trillion in capital raising across multiple segments.'

'Competition in India is Absolutely Fierce': Uber GM

'Unless we consistently show up with the right cars, at the right time, priced fairly,...

'FGILI always wanted to outgrow the industry'

'This will be our first large-size bank partner, and hence, the partnership will be a...

'India's paint market is highly local and competitive'

'We realised that partnering with a strong local player like the JSW Group would create...

'Scope for a further rate cut in this cycle itself, if...'

'India has the potential to grow at more than 7%, with the monetary policy providing a...

'The RBI has started to support growth'

'Deposit and lending rates have started to fall considerably. It is likely to spur...

How Infosys Plans To Become AI-First Company

'We have been following the micro-change philosophy, where every six weeks we implement...

AI 171 Crash: Insurance Cost: $475 Mn

'$125 million for the hull and the remaining of over $350 million for liability.'

'We will be present across India over next 3-5 yrs'

'There's been interest from multiple states, and exploratory conversations are ongoing.'

'UCO Bank's strategy is to raise capital in tranches'

'Raising the entire amount in one go may not be prudent, given the market dynamics.'

'Auto industry has resilience to tackle rare earth issue'

'The government is actively engaging with EU to ensure that concerns of Indian...

'We're the largest gig worker employer in country'

'Today, we have 2 million active drivers earning through our platform every month.'

'Our Nifty Target For December Is 26,500'

'We continue to view India as a standout within EM.'

'My Job Is To Be A Facilitator'

'My job is to provide people with a bouquet of options they can choose from.'

'The demand for health insurance is fine'

'The retail industry is still growing in double digits.'

'Federal Bank Has To Now Play Test Matches'

'The brand, the team, and the people have to make the transition from playing league...

Interview/Air India CEO Campbell Wilson

'That refresh programme -- because they are big aircraft and we cannot ground them all...

'Our goal is to make India 50% of overall biz'

'India is a very strategic geography. The business is growing over 37-38 per cent...

'Pressure On Dollar May Continue In Near Term'

'Many global investors have been overweight on dollar assets, so some diversification...

'Bharti AXA's First Goal Is To Achieve 3x Revenue'

'Our new business premium is around Rs 700 crore, which we want to take to Rs 2,000...

'Small Cars Must Grow By 8-10% For...'

'...the auto industry to get back to 7% to 8% annual growth.''High growth in the SUV...

'Ready To Launch 5 products In 18 Months'

'We recently launched Yesintek in the immunology space.'

'IIFCL book can grow to Rs 4 trn by FY28'

'Although we are facing constraints related to lending and resource mobilisation, the...

'India may become biggest natural diamond market'

'That combination of a rising economy, a growing middle class, and a deepening love of...

'Two Quarters Canara Bank's NIMs To Be Under Pressure'

'Afterwards, some improvement is expected.'

'Indian Stocks Unlikely To Give Significant Returns'

'Right now, silver -- and especially platinum -- are very cheap compared to gold. If I...

'India to have 50% of Swiss Re's global tech talent'

'This means that there will be more than 1,000 tech talent in India over the next 12-18...

'Indian Markets To Outperform For Next 20 Years'

'When you have the best market at your doorstep, international diversification is a...

'Cab segment drives up to 25% of Rapido's bookings'

Ride-hailing unicorn Rapido is quickly scaling up its four-wheeler segment, which now...

'Bank Of Baroda Is Well Capitalised'

'Bank has enabling provision to raise capital up to Rs 7,500 crore over a longer period...

'India is on a strong footing, economy is resilient'

'We believe that in the new world order FTAs or bilateral trade agreements (BTAs) are...

'Medicines are just one part of the solution'

'We are looking at what kind of products, diagnostics or other solutions we can offer...

'Quicker credit data updates will aid underwriting'

'This helps the consumers secure more favourable terms from CIs.'

'Investors Prefer A Staggered Approach'

'While investors believe in India's long-term growth story and resilience amid global...

'Yes Bank has solved the asset quality problem'

'Now we have one of the best asset qualities in the industry.'

'India is a land of opportunities'

'We've maintained that India is a high-penetration game. It's not only a premiumisation...

'Clients Are In Risk-management Mode'

'Entering India is exciting, but it's also challenging. You have to be prepared for...

'State Banks Must Take Affordable Housing Seriously'

'Unless banks focus on the Rs 10-15 lakh loan segment, growing affordable housing will...

'Retaliatory Tariffs By Us Won't Hurt US'

'When Prime Minister Modi met President Trump, they agreed to initiate a bilateral...

'Jiostar's Content Library Is Larger Than Netflix'

'As you're watching the IPL live, there's a conscious effort to showcase the...

'India one of the attractive markets for AI-led solutions'

'The country is a good test bed for enterprise adoption, but to scale rapidly,...

'RBI will provide liquidity for policy transmission'

'We never waste a crisis. There will be learning and the supervisory tools will get...

'Not Time To Panic. It's Time To Buy'

'It won't be a V-shaped recovery. It'll be consolidation.''Investors might exit during...

'Investors: Stay Calm. Avoid Speculation'

'My advice: Don't mark your portfolio to market every day. Focus on survival.'

'Consumers should not pay higher taxes for clean tech'

'We are not asking for incentives, but at least taxation can be aligned such that the...

'Not The Time To Pull Out Of Equities'

'Investors should review their portfolios, prioritise flexi-cap mutual funds, and stick...

​Why Sensex, Nifty Are Falling​ Today

'The market's nervousness ahead of anticipated US tariffs has led to a significant...

'Our industry outperformance is not a one-year story'

'What is working is quality management, great teams, engineers, platforms, and highly...

'We Have Doubled Our Exposures To India'

'Expect India to keep doing well irrespective of geopolitics.'

'Trump uncertainty will not affect India investment'

'There is no linkage as far as the Indian power-generating business is concerned.'

'Luxury car market may double by 2030'

'From the Indian perspective, young customers with more disposable income will also...

'Markets Are Testing Investors' Patience'

'This is also a time when you realise that short-term trading and dabbling in...

'US tariff issue is an overhanging sword'

Firodia talked about his plans for the EV-components business, and the components...

TVS takes quick-commerce route for auto parts, lubes

'We expect to break even this March and be one of the fastest to achieve profitability...

Must Read: How To Make Money In A Bear Market

'Reduce your equity allocation, put that allocation into gold and fixed income.'

MUST READ Interview: 'Bull Market Has Ended'

'The bull market cycle ran for five years. It's the end of that cycle.''The next cycle...

'Insurance companies will need more capital'

'I now see rates rising again, particularly after recent losses - especially the...

'Oracle Was Little Late To Cloud Game'

'We also realised that locking customers to our Cloud was not fair to them.'

'For The First Time I'm Enthusiastic About India'

'I am more optimistic about India than before.'

'Ambition to double the business within three years'

'The way the bank is doing in the past 4-5 quarters, no reason to see why we will not...

'Investments Of Over Rs 4 Trn To Create 100,000 Jobs'

'The size of the investments is important, but equally crucial is the number of jobs...

'BC network has to be commercially viable'

'With a very stable technology with limited functionalities, a large network has...

'MDF to generate Rs 1.5 trillion investment by 2030'

'Additionally, the significant employment multiplier will boost direct and indirect...

'Axis Max Life Insurance Goal Is To Go Public'

'However, this process will take some time. Depending on the approval timeline, it may...

'India can be key player in global supply chain'

'It can position itself as a China Plus One solution, fulfilling the demands of...

'Trump's Gaza-Ukraine Resolution to Benefit India'

'Geopolitical stability could remove the crude oil risk premium.'

'India's Growth Is In Serious Trouble'

'We face the risk of remaining a low-income country for a very long time unless...

'Budget Lacks Big Ideas'

'This Budget did not live up to expectations.'

'2025 Is Year To Keep Expectations Low'

'Stay disciplined, and remain invested.''Volatile times are the best to invest in...

'Plan Rapido's 500-city presence in next two quarters'

'We handle close to 3 million rides daily, making us one of the largest players in this...

'Budget Is Good From Inflation Perspective'

'The finance minister has done as much as she can when you look into the fiscal...

'Tariffs will hurt insurance, patients and everyone'

After registering a net profit of Rs 25.1 crore in Q3FY25 and consolidated revenues...

'Strong retail growth is expected'

'The retail business was somewhat slow initially, but it has picked up over the past...

'There is a slowdown in the economy'

'I believe that the overall demand for commercial vehicles will improve, even though...

'An All-Out Budget For Middle Class'

'There's a misconception that all Rs 1 lakh crore will be spent immediately, leading to...

'Govt Unsure How To Fire Economy Upwards'

'I am optimistic about the Budget because of the fiscal discipline the government has...

'Portfolios Need To Be Balanced This Year'

'Consider 40% to 50% in equities, 10% in gold as a hedge, and the remaining 30% to 40%...

'Global barriers to trade are increasing'

'The steel industry expects the government to decide on safeguard measures from dumping...

'Everyone Who Pays Tax Will Get Something Beneficial'

'The voice which came wherever I travelled was that we are proud taxpayers. We are...

'People Will Have More Money In Their Hands'

'When people have money in their hands, they make their judgment about whether they...

'PSB is exploring digital lending solutions'

'We plan to launch new initiatives, including cash flow-based lending, to ensure...

'Prime Minister Modi Has Been Fiscally Conscious'

'Spend, but create assets, spend but make sure that people benefit from it.''This has...

'Budget's Main Objective Was To Honour Taxpayers'

'Our attempt to honour the taxpayer has been since 2014 and more actively since...

'Time To Play Tests Not T20s In Markets'

'2025 is the year to build a portfolio for the future. Focus this year should be on...

'Old Tax Scheme Will Naturally Go Away'

'We are not incentivising the old tax scheme. These taxpayers will also shift to the...

'No Plan To Phase Out Old I-T Regime'

'Going forward, the encouragement would be to move to the new tax regime.'

'AI is playing critical role in LTIMindtree success'

'Our AI strategy -- AI in Everything, Everything for AI, and AI for Everyone -- is now...

'Should end fourth quarter on a robust note'

'We have opened 100 branches in the last one and a half years. Our manpower is also in...

2.56 Lakh Crore: Why FIIs Are Selling Indian Stocks

'Of the 20 trading days of January till January 28, FIIs have been selling for 19...

'MRF is now world's 11th largest tyre company'

'The favourable rupee-dollar exchange rate, there are opportunities we can tap.'

'They Accept Any Job Because...'

'Not only jobs are not being generated, but people are also losing jobs.'

'Highways Infra Trust's AUM to be around Rs 25,000'

'By March-end, we should have closure of the PNC portfolio. After completion of PNC...

'Goal is to become an AI-powered organisation'

'Our vision is to become a GenAI managed services provider.'

'If There Is No Money In The Hands Of People...'

'...how do they consume and contribute to the GDP?'

'Budget Could Trigger Market Revival'

'The Budget must be pro-growth, focusing on infrastructure creation while also managing...

'Social engineering and deepfakes are going to increase'

'The use of AI, especially genAI is only going to get worse, especially in an...

'Post acquisition funding cost will come down'

'Earlier, our cost of funds was higher than most in the peer group.'

'Avoid Panic Selling. Nifty To Hit 29,263'

'Market corrections are a natural part of investing, so it's essential to remain...

Ashok Leyland debuts in mini-truck segment

'This market for diesel starts at around Rs 6.3 lakh and goes up to Rs 7 lakh, and with...

If Trump Cracks Down On H-1B Visas...

'If the Trump administration decides to put guardrails on H-1B visas, that will surely...

'Coming Months Could Be Eventful...'

'The shifts in US involvement in global conflicts and geopolitical alliances could...

'Our India centre is a hub for global innovation'

'Our business continues to roll out its strategy, the role of this GDTC continues to...

'We want to grow better than industry'

'Health and motor insurance will continue to be our two most important segments'

'RBI has a tough balancing act to do'

'Inflation is not good for industry. Nor for the economy as a whole.'

'India Not tougher Than Other Markets'

'Regulatory challenges exist everywhere. What we look for is regulatory stability over...

'Next 2-3 Months Crucial For Equities'

'Geopolitics will be the most important driver of financial markets in 2025.'

How AI is shaping the future of fashion e-commerce

'We have reached 70 million monthly active users during this festival season, which is...

'Swiggy Is Now Focusing On Overall Growth'

'Expect our food delivery business to deliver sustainable adjusted EBITDA margins of...

This is one of the largest health-care deals in India

'Along with Blackstone, we would be keen to look at opportunities in the North.'

'Quality Stocks Thrive In Downturns'

'To be able to sail through such volatilities, it is prudent to focus on quality.'

'Identify Potential Problem And Nip It'

'I think today RBI supervision is much sharper than what it was earlier.'

'We want to create an all-weather franchise'

'We have seen something do very well when the times are good but maybe not as well when...

'Urban demand under stress, need an upward spiral'

'Spending by the middle class is limited with a focus on savings. However, there is...

'Zepto Is India's Fastest-Growing...'

'Domestic investors are opening up to the idea of high-growth Internet companies as a...

'When the mkt is good, you have to capitalise on it'

'Within India, people want high-quality, personalised banking services, and the demand...

'Uncertainty related to inflation has not gone'

'In addition, we have geopolitics and politics and all the other things that will...

'In Equity Markets, One Has To Be...'

'While investors need to be prepared for making some losses, they should not lose big...

'Focus Is To Maintain The Casa Ratio'

'It has remained around 38 per cent over the past four to five quarters.'

'No Rush To Say Economy Is Slowing Down'

'Whether I am optimistic or pessimistic is not the issue; I am just going by the...

'We have secured a place for large deals'

'Our growth in banking, financial services, and insurance (BFSI) is a prime example.'

'I assure all shareholders of their fair share'

'Everything can be resolved, but my husband's legacy is not up for sale.'

'Growth Of Cheese Market In India Is Exponential'

'Only 20 per cent of families in India buy cheese twice once a year.'

'Lot Of Interest In GenAI And Art Of...'

'GenAI programmes may not be large in terms of value, but have triggered a lot of new...

'Will Keep Working To Grow Value Of New Businesses'

'Margins will be an outcome of that. They will likely remain somewhat range-bound.'

'AI Doesn't Care Where It Goes To School'

'No one manufactures intelligence at the moment.''This is a concept that your IT...

'Markets To Undergo Time Correction'

'Future market gains will likely depend primarily on earnings growth.'

'India is an important education market'

'It's the second-largest market for us after the US, and should be the largest market...

'Nifty Pullback Needs To Be Taken In Stride'

'The biggest near-term risk to Indian equities is the outflow of investments to China...

'India is at the heart of what we are doing'

'For us, it's "keep moving and keep building a critical mass", which is commensurate...

'Rakesh Jhunjhunwala Inspires Investors'

'More investors now view the stock market as a valuable opportunity, though many still...

'Preparing to enter affordable housing loans space'ns'

'Focus will be on smaller loan amounts to meet the needs of affordable homebuyers.'

'Looking to export from India in next 5 years'

'All competitors are sourcing within the country, so we'll be at the same level of...

The Ratan Tata Interview You Must Read

'I think some of us, like Mukesh Ambani, myself and those of us who head industrial...

What Ratan Tata Told Harvard: Must Read

'What's sad today is that there are so many people who cannot find work, not because...

'Markets Not In Panic Yet, But...'

'If you see another 1000-point correction, people may start panicking.'

'Our higher growth is coming from retail lines'

'There is more expansion in the industry happening in retail lines, so we will continue...