When you are in need of money, what can you do? Borrow from someone or approach a bank or a financial institution. Among various types of loans, one can seek a personal loan from a bank or a financial institution. For the uninitiated, a personal loan is an unsecured loan that borrowers use to meet … Read more
Oil prices increased on Thursday as investors grew concerned that an escalating conflict in the Middle East could potentially disrupt crude oil shipments from the region. However, gains were limited by an improved global supply outlook. By 1211 GMT, Brent crude futures had risen by $1.52, or 2.06%, to $75.42 per barrel, while U.S. West … Read more
When you want to raise a personal loan for an immediate need, there are a number of banks and non-banking financial institutions (NBFC) which you can approach. But have you ever wondered what the monthly instalment will be that you need to pay to service the loan? For this, you need to compute your monthly … Read more
PwC India has announced a collaboration with Meta to enhance the adoption of open-source AI solutions utilizing Meta’s Llama models. This partnership aims to develop innovative applications for both enterprises and citizen services, focusing on the capabilities of Generative AI (GenAI). The timing of this collaboration aligns with the Indian government’s recent announcement of the … Read more
The Indian equity markets have experienced a recent pullback following a record-breaking rally. In a recent note, analysts at Kotak Institutional Equities highlighted that investors seem to be overlooking concerns about high valuations. They believe that the pursuit of returns has outweighed the fear of risks, whether apparent or hidden. The brokerage noted that institutional … Read more
For those who want to quench their wanderlust,Mintis launching a series that will capture the costs and experiences of various international destinations through the personal stories of travellers. Here, Bengaluru-based Navdha Khera, director at a fintech company, and her husband Kshitij Jain, founder of a travel startup, share their story of travelling to Azerbaijan: Right … Read more
Indian stock markets continued to garner strong interest from foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) so far in the current financial year 2024-25 (FY25), driven by improving macroeconomic conditions, declining inflation, and a significant rate cut by the US Federal Reserve. FPIs poured in ₹89,717 crore in Indian equities during the first half of the financial year … Read more
Systematic Investment Plan, or SIP, is emerging as a popular investment method. It offers a means for disciplined investing, as you set aside a fixed sum of money every month for future savings. A SIP offers potential for long-term wealth creation, as you gain from the power of compounding and can get a diversified portfolio … Read more
This was no flashy consumer brand but a business-to-business (B2B) player in the electronics sector—a sector not typically associated with Indian companies. The return on equity stood at a respectable 22%. Would you have been tempted to invest? Maybe, maybe not. I admit, I didn’t. The company in question? Dixon Technologies. Since its IPO in … Read more
However, with most IPOs getting oversubscribed, securing an allotment has become increasingly challenging. To boost their chances, some investors are turning to IPO loan financing—a strategy that allows them to bid for a higher number of shares than their available capital would typically permit. Read this | Why you should approach the SME IPO market … Read more