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FY25 was a blockbuster year for Man Infraconstruction Ltd (MICL), with a threefold jump in sales, a lineup of show-stopping launches, and some of the tallest, most luxurious towers ever planned for Mumbai. In this episode, Anupama Ghosh speaks with Manan Shah, MD of MICL, about what's driving this surge, how buyer sentiment is evolving, and why MICL is betting big on ultra-luxury. From oceanic butterfly towers to the world's highest residential pool, tune in to discover what's next in Mumbai's skyline.
Factor-based investing is an approach that is catching on among Indian investors. Post Trump tariffs and the consequent global impact, the markets worldwide have seen correction and India is no exception. We speak to Bhavesh Jain, Co-Head - Factor Investing, Edelweiss MF, on the factor-based investing approach and how relevant it is in these times of volatility.
In this businessline podacst, Anupama Alok Ghosh speaks with Vishal Maru, Global Processing Head at Financial Software and Systems (FSS), to explore how India's payment ecosystem is tackling rising financial crime. Drawing insights from the latest Kroll Financial Crime Report, the conversation dives into emerging fraud trends, insider threats, and how FSS maintains real-time fraud detection without compromising transaction speed. Vishal also discusses the role of AI in combating financial crime, challenges of compliance in a fast-evolving landscape, and the delicate balance between innovation and regulation. Tune in to hear how FSS, which processes 20 per cent of India's e-commerce traffic, is shaping the future of secure digital payments.
In this episode, we dive into what lies ahead for the Indian stock market in FY26. From monetary policy cues and sectoral shifts to global uncertainties and upcoming earnings, we cover the full spectrum. Naveen Kulkarni, Chief Investment Officer at Axis Securities, joins businessline's Anupama Ghosh for a focused and insightful conversation that moves from the big picture to the granular details, helping listeners decode the market dynamics of the new financial year. Reporter: Anupama Ghosh, Producer: Amitha Rajkumar
In this episode of the People@Work podcast, hosted by Kamal Karanth, co-founder of specialist staffing firm Xpheno, we explore the dynamics of leadership and what happens when leadership changes occur. Kamal is joined by Prasanth Nair, Chief Human Resources Officer of Crompton Greaves Consumer Electricals, to discuss the challenges new leaders face when stepping into established organisations. There's a tendency among some leaders to implement sweeping changes, which can destroy existing teams and disrupt the organisation. Prasanth shares valuable insights on how leaders can navigate periods of disruption and change while preserving the organisation's core strengths. They explore the delicate balance between making necessary changes and respecting company culture, as well as the common pitfalls leaders encounter when rushing into action too quickly. Tune in for an engaging conversation on leadership, organisational culture, and the strategic decisions that shape the future of businesses in today's turbulent world. (Host: Kamal Karanth, Chitra Narayanan, Production: Siddharth Mathew Cherian)
In this episode of the Current Account podcast, businessline's Piyush Shukla is joined by Anil Gupta, SVP & Co-Group Head - Financial Sector Ratings, ICRA. The conversation delves deep into the latest decisions made by the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) and their implications on the Indian economy, with a focus on lending, deposit rates, and gold loans. Gupta provides insightful analysis on the recent 25 basis point rate cut by the MPC. He discusses the expected impact of these cuts on retail and corporate borrowers, particularly the transmission to loan and deposit rates. The episode also explores the RBI's recent regulatory changes concerning gold loans, particularly the 75% Loan-to-Value (LTV) ratio and new operational guidelines. Gupta shares his thoughts on how these adjustments bring more clarity and uniformity to the gold loan industry, despite initial concerns about the impact on Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs). He explains how the revised LTV calculation, which includes accumulated interest, aims to mitigate risks and create a level playing field for all players in the sector. Additionally, the discussion touches on the expanded scope for co-lending between banks and NBFCs, including non-Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY) loans. This could potentially improve the distribution of credit and lead to better collaboration between banks and NBFCs, especially benefiting smaller NBFCs with strong distribution networks but limited balance sheet capacity.
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In this episode of the Current Account podcast, Piyush Shukla speaks with Keki Mistry, former Vice Chairman & CEO of HDFC, and independent director and advisor in various companies on the future of housing finance, economic growth, and the banking sector in India. Mistry shares his insights on the under-penetration of the housing market in India and how the country's demographic trends and government support for housing will drive long-term demand for home loans. He highlights that, despite short-term fluctuations, housing finance will remain strong for decades due to factors such as India's youthful population and its growing middle class. On the topic of banking, Mistry addresses concerns about capital market investments affecting bank deposits, explaining that the belief that money flowing into capital markets leads to lower bank deposits is completely incorrect. "Take the example of a person buying a share. If I buy a share from you, how do I pay you? I pay you by cheque. You then deposit that cheque into your bank account, which means the money moves from my bank account to yours." He reassures listeners that while people invest in capital markets, the level of deposits in banks remains unaffected. Furthermore, Mistry discusses the importance of liquidity management by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), sharing his expectations for future rate cuts. "Personal view is that we will see a rate cut in this April policy," he notes, highlighting the potential impact of inflation and other factors on India's economic policy. Listen in for a detailed conversation.
Union Commerce minister Piyush Goyal said his country's startups needed to emulate China by focusing on high-end tech and not quick grocery deliveries or fancy ice cream - harsh criticism that had entrepreneurs quickly pointing out the government's shortcomings. Piyush Goyal told a startup event in New Delhi late on Thursday that too many were offering food delivery so that “the rich can get their meals without moving out of their house” and were “turning unemployed youth into cheap labour.” His comments prompted hundreds of posts on social media from startup founders and venture capitalists, taking the government to the task for failing to create high-quality infrastructure and jobs and not doing enough to support entrepreneurs. Mohandas Pai, Chairman of Aarin Capital shares his views on the issues that the Indian startup ecosystem are facing today, and the minister's comment.
Financial crime is evolving—and fast. From AI-powered fraud to crypto laundering, the risks are skyrocketing while compliance struggles to keep pace. With 71% of experts expecting financial crime risks to rise in 2025, the question isn't if we're prepared—it's how badly we're falling behind. Join businessline's Anupama Ghosh as she explores the widening gap between the sophisticated tactics of criminals and the preparedness of businesses. With insights from Tarun Bhatia, Managing Director and Co-head of APAC at Kroll, we dissect the challenges organizations face in implementing effective compliance measures. We'll uncover the dual nature of AI as both a weapon and a shield in the fight against financial crime, the complexities of navigating geopolitical uncertainties, and the urgent need for stronger regulatory frameworks. Discover what businesses, regulators, and individuals must do to stay ahead of this ever-evolving threat and bridge the compliance gap.
In this podcast episode, businessline's Amiti Sen, discusses President Trump's newly announced reciprocal tariffs, set to take effect from April 5th, with a 10% baseline tariff on imports and country-specific tariffs to follow. We focus on India, where a 27% tariff on exports to the US will impact sectors like textiles, chemicals, and agriculture. However, India has a competitive edge, as its tariffs are lower than those of other Asian nations like China and Vietnam. The episode also covers India's ongoing negotiations with the US for a bilateral trade agreement, aiming to secure tariff reductions in areas like agriculture and high-end automobiles. We discuss how successful these talks could be in reducing tariffs and the broader impact on global trade. Tune in for insights on how these tariffs might reshape India's economic future and its relationship with the US. (Host: Amiti Sen, Producer: Prethicshaa, Rowan Barnett)
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