Introduction Education is often seen as the stepping stone to success, particularly in a country like India where academic achievements can significantly influence one’s career trajectory. However, the rising cost of higher education poses a significant challenge for many students and their families. This is where student loans come into play, providing the necessary financial…
Introduction Stoicism, an ancient philosophy that teaches resilience and inner peace, has gained renewed attention in the modern world. At the heart of Stoicism is the powerful quote by Epictetus, “Act as if nothing bothers you.” In this article, we’ll delve into the Stoic mindset, explore the profound meaning behind Epictetus’ words, and understand how…
The upcoming week is expected to see rangebound market movement, with investors focusing on key central bank meetings, including the U.S. Federal Reserve (FOMC), Bank of England (BoE), and Bank of Japan (BoJ). Other critical factors include developments in the global trade war and China’s retail sales and industrial production data. Market Recap & Outlook…
Market experts are predicting that PSU stocks, including banks, will remain in a consolidation phase until there is clarity on the government’s policies, given the recent election results that left the BJP government short of the halfway mark. This outcome has heightened market concerns about the potential uncertainty in government operations and policy-making. In early…
At the annual general meeting (AGM) of Adani Enterprises, chairman Gautam Adani emphasized the company’s strategic positioning to benefit from the burgeoning infrastructure sector in India. Addressing shareholders via video conference at the company’s 32nd AGM, Adani highlighted the critical role state governments play in driving infrastructure investments. Strategic Position in Infrastructure Gautam Adani stated,…
Overview: As a category, small-cap mutual funds have been stellar performers over the past three years, outpacing many others with an impressive average return of 25.92%. The top 15 small-cap funds have delivered annual SIP returns (XIRR) of 30% or more, with Quant Small Cap, Nippon India Small Cap, and ITI Small Cap leading the…
In 2025, it became almost impossible for investors to ignore OpenAI. The company locked in huge multi-year deals with giants like Microsoft, Oracle, Nvidia, AMD, Amazon, and CoreWeave, stacking up more than a trillion dollars in long-term spending commitments tied to infrastructure, compute, and chips. At the same time, it completed its shift into a…
The year 2024 has marked a record-breaking milestone for Qualified Institutional Placement (QIP) fundraising in India, with 77 companies raising Rs 96,320.83 crore, according to data from Prime Database. Nearly half of these funds have been used to reduce debt, reflecting a sustained focus on deleveraging balance sheets. Key Highlights of QIP Usage 1. Record…
In a significant stride towards sustainable urban mobility, JBM Auto is poised to actively participate in the pioneering PM-eBus Sewa scheme, a monumental endeavor set to revolutionize public transportation. With an allocated budget of Rs 57,613 crore, this visionary scheme aims to introduce 10,000 electric buses across 169 cities, leveraging the power of the public-private…
As of January 13, 2025, Tata Motors has been actively engaging in several strategic initiatives and market activities: Recent Developments: Price adjustments: Tata Motors announced plans to increase prices for its passenger vehicles by up to 3% and for commercial vehicles by up to 2%, effective January 2025. These adjustments are attributed to rising costs…
