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On Episode 742 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Indrani Bagchi, CEO at Ananta Aspen Centre and Venkata Satish Guttula who is an Independent Cybersecurity Consultant.SHOW NOTES(00:12)The Take(04:55) Markets Hesitate And Slide(08:41) What Putin's Visit To India Means For India ?(18:02) Indigo Struggles With Cancellations, Delays.(19:09) The Government Pulls Back A Directive To Install A Cyber Security App On Mobile Phones, But What Is The Solution To The Problem ?Register for India Energy Week 2026https://www.indiaenergyweek.com/forms/register-as-a-delegateRegister for the 3rd Edition of the Algorand India Summit https://algorand.co/india-summit-2025For more of our coverage check out thecore.inSubscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on:Twitter |Instagram |Facebook |Linkedin |Youtube
On Episode 741 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Anindya Banerjee, Head, Research, Currency and Commodity at Kotak Securities and G. Chokkalingam , Founder at Equinomics Research.SHOW NOTES(00:00)Stories Of The Day.(10:50)Market Highs Slip Away.(18:48)Why Is The Rupee Hitting New Lows Now?(19:45)What Happens When Markets Hit Peaks?(22:24)Will Russian Oil Come Back? - The India Energy Week SegmentRegister for India Energy Week 2026https://www.indiaenergyweek.com/forms/register-as-a-delegateRegister for the 3rd Edition of the Algorand India Summit https://algorand.co/india-summit-2025For more of our coverage check out thecore.inSubscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on:Twitter |Instagram |Facebook |Linkedin |Youtube
On Episode 740 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Ajay Kedia, Director at Kedia Advisory, Akhilesh Tuteja, Partner & National Leader, Clients and Markets, KPMG in India and Venkat Mangudi, Founder and CEO at Elytra SecuritySHOW NOTES(00:00) Stories Of The Day(00:46) Markets Predictably Struggle To Hold Highs.(05:03) What Is Driving Silver Prices To Fresh Records ?(11:27) Index Of Industrial Production Hits 14 Month Low In October(12:52) How Will Small And Large Firms Navigate The New Digital Personal Data Protection(31:22) A Cold Wave Is Coming Across Northern India.Register for India Energy Week 2026https://www.indiaenergyweek.com/forms/register-as-a-delegateRegister for the 3rd Edition of the Algorand India Summit https://algorand.co/india-summit-2025For more of our coverage check out thecore.inSubscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on:Twitter |Instagram |Facebook |Linkedin |Youtube
On Episode 739 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Aditi Nayar, Chief Economist and Head of Research and Outreach at ICRASHOW NOTES(00:00) Stories of the Day(05:06) Is A Santa Rally Around The Corner ?(08:14) And Now, $5,000 Per Ounce For Gold By Next Year(10:24) India's Solid Gdp Numbers, What Lies Behind Them And Will India Cut Interest Rates Next Month?(19:37) Oil Producers Are Weighing Impact Of Russia-Ukraine TalksRegister for India Energy Week 2026https://www.indiaenergyweek.com/forms/register-as-a-delegateRegister for the 3rd Edition of the Algorand India Summit https://algorand.co/india-summit-2025For more of our coverage check out thecore.inSubscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on:Twitter |Instagram |Facebook |Linkedin |Youtube
"Stop loving your stocks and start thinking like a risk manager."In this episode of The Core Report Weekend Edition, Financial Journalist Govindraj Ethiraj sits down with Devina Mehra, Founder & CMD, First Global (PMS & Global funds) to unpack the biggest mistake investors make falling in love with their stocks and ignoring what the data is really saying. At a time when the Sensex and Nifty are near record highs and small caps are still buzzing, Devina explains why most real portfolios are not at all time highs and why equity returns are always lumpy, not smooth.If you are an India based professional trying to make sense of markets after September 2024 and into 2025, this conversation will help you see through the noise. Devina breaks down narrow markets, small cap euphoria, IPO frenzy, global investing, AI hype and why missing just a few big days in the market can destroy long term wealth. She also explains why buy and forget can be dangerous, how to think about asset allocation, and why stop loss and risk management matter more than stock tips.You will hear insights on• Indian stock market cycles and what index levels do not show• Small caps, micro caps and the math behind 80 percent drawdowns• IPO booms, anchor investors, FOMO and overpriced listings• Global diversification, the US tech and AI story, and where risk is building• Practical ways Indian investors can build resilient long term portfoliosPerfect for listeners interested in Indian equity markets, personal finance, global investing, financial services, consulting, business strategy and serious wealth building.Thank you for watching this deep dive into the biggest investor mistake and why loving your stocks can hurt long term wealth. Stay tuned for more insights on Indian stock markets, small caps, IPO trends, global investing, AI driven markets and smart risk management. Keep learning, keep questioning and keep building resilient portfolios.#IndianStockMarket #InvestingTips #RiskManagement #PersonalFinance #WealthBuilding #TheCoreReport #TheCore
On Episode 737 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Devina Mehra, Chairperson and Managing Director at First Global, in an excerpt from our upcoming Weekend Edition.SHOW NOTES(00:00) Stories of the Day(01:19) Sensex Hits Record 86,000 as Nifty Scales Peak in Narrow Rally(03:28) Rupee Risk Persists After RBI Sells $30 Billion to Stem Slide(04:54) Nifty's Record Calm Defies Rupee's Run as Asia's Worst Currency(18:58) Oil Slides to $63 on Ukraine Ceasefire Hopes, Aiding India Margins. The IEW Segment(20:12) Mahindra Challenges Tata's EV Dominance With New $22,000 SUV(21:39) KKR Sees $7 Trillion AI Boom as ‘Industrial Revolution,' Not Bubble(25:00) FeedbackRegister for India Energy Week 2026https://www.indiaenergyweek.com/forms/register-as-a-delegateRegister for the 3rd Edition of the Algorand India Summit https://algorand.co/india-summit-2025For more of our coverage check out thecore.inSubscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on:Twitter |Instagram |Facebook |Linkedin |Youtube
On Episode 736 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Arvind Chari, Chief Investment Officer at Q India UK.SHOW NOTES(00:00) The Take(05:09) Markets jump 1,000 points as they join global rallies(07:38) JP Morgan pitches Nifty at 30,000 in a year's time(10:10) Supply of fresh equity has likely peaked, says CLSA(11:28) The Government wants you to take note of the small reform doses(24:24) India's rare earth magnet pushRegister for India Energy Week 2026https://www.indiaenergyweek.com/forms/register-as-a-delegateRegister for the 3rd Edition of the Algorand India Summit https://algorand.co/india-summit-2025For more of our coverage check out thecore.inSubscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on:Twitter |Instagram |Facebook |Linkedin |Youtube
On Episode 735 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Sajjid Chinoy, Part-Time Member, EAC-PM (Economic Advisory Council To Prime Minister) & Chief India Economist & Head of Asia Economics at JPMorgan as well as Manish Garg, CEO of Interarch Building Solutions Limited.SHOW NOTES(00:00) Stories of the Day(00:55)A new battle between Google and Nvidia and why it affects us and the shocking story about Taiwan's chip boom.(10:52)India's Q2 GDP growth could come in at 7.2%(12:11)Can oil really fall to $30 a barrel, as JP Morgan says.(14:04)Steel prices are high because of import duties and does it affect all downstream steel users? Register for India Energy Week 2026https://www.indiaenergyweek.com/visit/visitor-registration/Register for the 3rd Edition of the Algorand India Summit https://algorand.co/india-summit-2025For more of our coverage check out thecore.inSubscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on:Twitter |Instagram |Facebook |Linkedin |Youtube
On Episode 734 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Kunal Sodhani, Vice President, Shinhan Bank as well as Sachin Seth, Chairman of CRIF High Mark and Regional MD, CRIF India and South Asia.SHOW NOTES(00:00) Stories of the Day(00:50) US India trade deal or lack of it roils currency and stock markets.(03:25) Why did the RBI step back from currency markets last week?(11:06) A global merger deal driven by a race for copper falls apart(14:02) What are US CEOs saying about high import tariffs(16:38) How Indians are shifting towards secured credit and bigger ticket loansRegister for India Energy Week 2026https://www.indiaenergyweek.com/visit/visitor-registration/Register for the 3rd Edition of the Algorand India Summit https://algorand.co/india-summit-2025For more of our coverage check out thecore.inSubscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on:Twitter |Instagram |Facebook |Linkedin |Youtube
On Episode 733 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Suhail Nathani, Managing Partner at Economic Laws Practice as well as Paul Jeruchimowitz, Senior Managing Director and GCC Practice Lead at Accenture.SHOW NOTES(00:00) The Take(05:09) The markets enter a new phase of volatility, clash of views.(06:03) Rupee hits an all time low as the Reserve Bank steps back.(08:43) American oil producers could struggle in a $60 oil world.(10:44) What will companies have to do to comply with the New Labour Codes?(22:10) What does it take to set up a GCC?Register for India Energy Week 2026https://www.indiaenergyweek.com/visit/visitor-registration/Register for the 3rd Edition of the Algorand India Summit https://algorand.co/india-summit-2025For more of our coverage check out thecore.inSubscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on:Twitter |Instagram |Facebook |Linkedin |Youtube
In this episode of The Core Report Weekend Edition, Financial Journalist Govindraj Ethiraj in conversation with Sajjid Chinoy, Chief India Economist & Head of Asia Economics, JPMorgan, unpacks the quiet but powerful shift inside India's economy that is surprising global investors and reshaping the country's growth path. India's hidden services boom is expanding even as the world slows and this conversation reveals why it is becoming one of the strongest drivers of India's next growth wave.The discussion dives into the rise of high value service exports, the global trade reset, the China export surge, the risks building into 2026, and the pressures created by a slower world economy. The insights are grounded in data and offer a clear view of how India's services engine is cushioning the economy at a time when manufacturing and global demand face new challenges.This episode goes deeper into how technology, AI and global capability workstreams are changing the quality of Indian jobs and raising productivity across sectors. It explains the link between wages, education, digital skills and the emerging opportunities that will shape India's economic future. The conversation also addresses the big question of whether AI becomes a threat to India's workforce or a multiplier for growth.If you follow India's business trends, financial markets, technological shifts or manufacturing opportunities, this discussion offers clarity and a richer understanding of where India's economy is heading. It is designed for anyone seeking sharp insight, real data and a deeper view of the forces driving India's next decade.Hit like, share this with someone who tracks the India stock market, and subscribe to The Core Report podcast for more deep conversations on markets, business, technology and the Indian economy.The Core & The Core Report is ad supported & FREE for all readers & listeners. Write in to shiva@thecore.in for sponsorships & brand studio requirements.For more of our coverage check out thecore.in (https://www.thecore.in/)Support the Core Report (https://tinyurl.com/Support-the-Core-Report)Join & Interact anonymously on our WhatsApp channel (https://tinyurl.com/The-Core-WhatsApp-Channel) Subscribe to our Newsletter (https://www.thecore.in/newsletters/thecorenewsletter)
On Episode 731 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Anil Rego, Co-founder and Fund Manager at Right Horizons PMS as well as Pawan Bachwal, Vice President, Head of Financial Services at Ericsson.SHOW NOTES(00:00) Stories of the Day(00:50) A 14-month wait is coming to an end as markets inch close to all time highs(03:22) Wall Street is back on buy AI stocks mode after Nvidia results(04:31) RBI governor says demand for USD is responsible for a weak rupee (16:34) How Ericsson is powering India's fintech play at scaleRegister for India Energy Week 2026https://www.indiaenergyweek.com/visit/visitor-registration/Register for the 3rd Edition of the Algorand India Summit https://algorand.co/india-summit-2025For more of our coverage check out thecore.inSubscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on:Twitter |Instagram |Facebook |Linkedin |Youtube
On Episode 730 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Pawan Kumar, President at the Seafood Exporters Association of India as well as Soumya Mohanty, Managing Director and Chief Solutions Officer, South Asia at Kantar and Graham Staplehurst, Director at Kantar BrandZ.SHOW NOTES(00:00) The Take: Finding Mechanics(04:21) Indian markets in sniffing distance of all-time highs again, Sensex crossing 85,000 after 14 months(05:56) Oil India announces strategic collaboration with Total Energies of France for exploration: the IEW Segment(07:55) India's seafood exporters are putting up a fight, with some help from the Government(16:46) India's most valuable brand is..Register for India Energy Week 2026https://www.indiaenergyweek.com/visit/visitor-registration/Register for the 3rd Edition of the Algorand India Summit https://algorand.co/india-summit-2025For more of our coverage check out thecore.inSubscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on:Twitter |Instagram |Facebook |Linkedin |Youtube
On Episode 729 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Ashish Nanda, Chief Digital Business Officer, Kotak Securities.SHOW NOTES(00:00) Stories of the Day(00:55) Global markets turn nervous even as tech leaders downplay the AI boom.(02:04) Outgoing Meta AI chief blasts LLMs(04:38) Morgan Stanley updates and upgrades India outlook to 107,000 on Sensex in a year(08:31) Algo trading is now becoming a retail product. How it works(17:48) Cloudflare goes down.Register for the 3rd Edition of the Algorand India Summit https://algorand.co/india-summit-2025For more of our coverage check out thecore.inSubscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on:Twitter |Instagram |Facebook |Linkedin |Youtube
On Episode 728 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Anand Kulkarni, Director at CRISIL Ratings.SHOW NOTES(00:00) Stories of the Day(00:50) Valuation guru says he wants to move his money into cash and collectibles(05:03) India's mid cap index hits record high(06:23) The green shoots in Agri export exemptions in the US(07:18) Gold imports jump and drive up trade deficits but there is some good news too(09:17) India is going on a cement expansion spree and rural India is powering it(18:23) FeedbackRegister for the 3rd Edition of the Algorand India Summit https://algorand.co/india-summit-2025For more of our coverage check out thecore.inSubscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on:Twitter |Instagram |Facebook |Linkedin |Youtube
On Episode 727 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Paul Gruenwald, Global Chief Economist at S&P Global as well as Nikhil Narendran, Partner – TMT (Technology, Media and Telecommunications) at Trilegal.SHOW NOTES(00:00) The Take(05:00) Why FP Inflows could restart soon(11:01) Trump starts rolling back tariffs on food products as inflation bites(12:11) The shocking fact about US GDP Growth(25:57) The latest DPDP rules will mean sea change for consumer facing company operationsRegister for the 3rd Edition of the Algorand India Summit https://algorand.co/india-summit-2025For more of our coverage check out thecore.inSubscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on:Twitter |Instagram |Facebook |Linkedin |Youtube
Retail investors in India are no longer the “weak hands” of the market. They are behaving more like pros, staying invested through volatility and forcing everyone to rethink how India's stock market really works.In this episode of The Core Report Weekend Edition, Financial Journalist Govindraj Ethiraj in conversation with Mr. Pranav Haridasan, MD and CEO, Axis Securities, to decode how the Indian markets have changed from 2020 to 2025 and what that means as we head toward 2026. They unpack the rise of the equity culture, the new discipline in retail investors, and the real story behind flows into equities, derivatives, and IPOs in India.You will hear a ground level view from a leading brokerage on:1) Why retail investors now think and act more like institutional investors2) How the 2020 to 2025 bull run reshaped confidence in Indian equities3) Whether India's stock market rally can survive global shocks and AI bubbles4) Equities versus derivatives and why regulation is cooling risky short term trading5) How themes like consumption, capex, Make in India, defence, EMS, building materials are shaping market leadership6) What is really happening in India's IPO and tech IPO pipeline and how to think about profitless tech valuations7) Why volatility, climate shifts and changing cycles make forecasting demand harder for manufacturers and consumer companies8) How policy, GST moves and ease of doing business reforms affect brokers, investors and marketsIf you follow business news, markets, tech, manufacturing, policy and IPOs and you want a clear, jargon light view of where India's markets may be headed next, this conversation is for you.Watch till the end to hear Pranav's candid take on:a) Whether 2025 was the “hard reset” the market neededb) How he sees earnings, growth and sentiment playing out in the year aheadc) What long term investors should really focus on in Indian equitiesHit like, share this with someone who tracks the India stock market, and subscribe to The Core Report podcast for more deep conversations on markets, business, technology and the Indian economy.The Core & The Core Report is ad supported & FREE for all readers & listeners. Write in to shiva@thecore.in for sponsorships & brand studio requirements.For more of our coverage check out thecore.in (https://www.thecore.in/)Support the Core Report (https://tinyurl.com/Support-the-Core-Report)Join & Interact anonymously on our WhatsApp channel (https://tinyurl.com/The-Core-WhatsApp-Channel) Subscribe to our Newsletter (https://www.thecore.in/newsletters/thecorenewsletter)
On Episode 725 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Ramesh S Damani, Member at the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) as well as Chirag Doshi, Chief investment Officer-Fixed Income at LGT Wealth India.SHOW NOTES(00:00) Stories of the Day(01:00) The earnings story sinks in as mid caps race ahead(03:06) Market watchers are predicting an oil glut next year which is good news for India(06:03) What India's ambitious $5 billion export promotion mission needs to become a reality(08:26) Moody's says India will grow at 6.5%(09:06) What low inflation levels mean for fixed income in general and specific(16:46) The art of writing letters to shareholders and insights from the world's greatest investor(31:41) How London luxury home prices are crashingRegister for the 3rd Edition of the Algorand India Summit https://algorand.co/india-summit-2025For more of our coverage check out thecore.inSubscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on:Twitter |Instagram |Facebook |Linkedin |Youtube
On Episode 724 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Pooja Vijay Ramamurthi, Fellow at Centre for Social and Economic Progress (CSEP) as well as Madhavi Arora, Lead Economist at Emkay Global Financial Services.SHOW NOTES(00:00) The Take(06:17) Markets perk up on trade signals(07:02) Inflation hits record low, what does that mean?(14:57) COP30 kicks off in Brazil. What's at stake this time?(23:58) International Energy Agency now says electric vehicle sales could slow down and fossil fuel consumption will rise, in a reversal of sortsRegister for the 3rd Edition of the Algorand India Summit https://algorand.co/india-summit-2025For more of our coverage check out thecore.inSubscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on:Twitter |Instagram |Facebook |Linkedin |Youtube
On Episode 723 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Sanjeev Prasad, Managing Director & Co- Head at Kotak Institutional Equities.SHOW NOTES(00:00) Stories of the Day(00:48) Why the more sceptical market analysts are changing their mind on Indian markets(04:59) Is the US taking a step back from its aggressive stance on tariffs globally, including India?(07:34) Britannia sees another sudden CEO resignation(09:32) Are Indian investors selling their mutual funds to fund their purchases, including for festivals?(11:15) Picking new investment themes as 2025 comes to an endFULL EPISODE ft Sanjeev PrasadRegister for the 3rd Edition of the Algorand India Summit https://algorand.co/india-summit-2025For more of our coverage check out thecore.inSubscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on:Twitter |Instagram |Facebook |Linkedin |Youtube
On Episode 722 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Ajay Srivastava, Founder at Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI).SHOW NOTES(00:00) Stories of the Day(00:50) Why Indian markets are recovering now(03:14) Goldman upgrades India, reverses October2024 downgrade(05:41) Quality Control Orders and the unease of doing business(17:21) More action in India's weightloss drug space(18:24) Indian restaurants in New York are facing tariff painsRegister for the 3rd Edition of the Algorand India Summit https://algorand.co/india-summit-2025For more of our coverage check out thecore.inSubscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on:Twitter |Instagram |Facebook |Linkedin |Youtube
On Episode 721 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Sheetal Sapale, Vice President–Commercial at Pharmarack as well as Shankkar Aiyar, veteran journalist, columnist and author.SHOW NOTES(00:00) Stories of the Day(00:50) Markets grapple with high intensity IPO demand, the trust factor(06:59) Consumer inflation in India is crashing(08:35) Auto sales jump.(09:44) India's largest selling drug is…(16:06) Direct benefit transfer or vote benefit transfer?Register for the 3rd Edition of the Algorand India Summit https://algorand.co/india-summit-2025For more of our coverage check out thecore.inSubscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on:Twitter |Instagram |Facebook |Linkedin |Youtube
On Episode 720 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Atul Chaturvedi, Special Advisor, SEA & Chairman at the Asian Palm Oil Alliance (APOA) as well as Amit Pabari, Managing Director at CR Forex Pvt. Ltd.SHOW NOTES(00:00) Stories of the Day(01:00) AI job cuts or AI washing(03:21) Markets seek direction(04:52) India's problem-of-plenty in this crop(5:47) Why did Indigo report such a sharp loss on account of forex?(11:20) Soybean is a key bugbear in the India-US BTA discussions. Where do things stand now?(18:39) Why there could be massive air traffic delays in the US in the coming days.(20:46) Guess where Google is planning to set up a data centre…(22:04) Eye on RetailRegister for the 3rd Edition of the Algorand India Summit https://algorand.co/india-summit-2025For more of our coverage check out thecore.inSubscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on:Twitter |Instagram |Facebook |Linkedin |Youtube
India's gig economy is rewriting the rules of work. Behind the rapid growth lies a deeper story — one of transformation and tension. The gig economy represents freedom and flexibility for some, uncertainty and precarity for others. In this special series, Eye on Retail, supported by Flipkart, Govindraj Ethiraj explores a conversation that examines how digital platforms, e-commerce, and logistics networks are reshaping India's employment landscape.Joining him are Dr. Arpita Mukherjee, Professor at the Indian Council for Research on International Economic Relations (ICRIER), and A. Balasubramanian, Senior Vice President at TeamLease Services. Subscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on:Twitter | Instagram | Linkedin | Youtube
On Episode 719 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks you through the big business stories of the day. We also feature an excerpt from The Core's How India's Economy Works, hosted by journalist and author Puja Mehra and featuring Dr. Nisha Taneja, Professor at the Indian Council for Research on International Economic Relations (ICRIER).SHOW NOTES(00:00) The Take (06:36) Valuation concerns are hanging over global markets(08:37) There are more private equity firms than McDonald's restaurants in North America(10:58) What Indian exporters need to become more competitive, learnings from ChinaRegister for the 3rd Edition of the Algorand India Summit https://algorand.co/india-summit-2025For more of our coverage check out thecore.inSubscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on:Twitter |Instagram |Facebook |Linkedin |Youtube
On Episode 718 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Ajay Kedia, Director at Kedia Advisory as well as Rahul Mehta, Chief Mentor at CMAI and Managing Director at Creative Garments Pvt. Ltd.SHOW NOTES(00:00) Stories of the Day(01:00) RBI's aggressive dollar buying is draining liquidity(03:38) A market peak is close but not imminent right now(04:03) Major banks, Goldman and Morgan say global markets could correct(07:59) Gold and silver prices have corrected(16:16) Why it could take decades to recover the massive AI investments being rolled out(18:19) How Indian exporters in areas like textiles are copingRegister for the 3rd Edition of the Algorand India Summit https://algorand.co/india-summit-2025For more of our coverage check out thecore.inSubscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on:Twitter |Instagram |Facebook |Linkedin |Youtube
On Episode 717 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Ajay Srivastava, Founder at Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI) as well as Ayaz Memon, Veteran Sports Journalist and Commentator.SHOW NOTES(00:00) Stories of the Day(00:50) Will Indian markets see a strong November?(06:44) Indian exporters are now feeling the full impact of the 50% tariffs in the US. The shocking details on how pharma and electronics exports are hit too.(19:57) After India's stunning victory against South Africa, what next for the women's cricket team.Register for the 3rd Edition of the Algorand India Summit https://algorand.co/india-summit-2025For more of our coverage check out thecore.inSubscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on:Twitter |Instagram |Facebook |Linkedin |Youtube
On Episode 716 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Indrani Bagchi, CEO, Ananta Aspen Centre as well as Shankkar Aiyar, Politics Economy Analyst & Author.SHOW NOTES(00:00) The Take: Robots Coming For Our Jobs(06:55) October was a good month for the markets(09:11) Ford is back in India but to manufacture and export(11:21) What's at stake in Bihar elections starting this week?(21:50) India was not on the table during Trump's SE Asia visit last weekRegister for the 3rd Edition of the Algorand India Summit https://algorand.co/india-summit-2025For more of our coverage check out thecore.inSubscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on:Twitter |Instagram |Facebook |Linkedin |Youtube
#WatchNow | In this episode of The Core Report Weekend Edition, Financial Journalist Govindraj Ethiraj speaks with Shriram Subramanian, Founder & Managing Director of InGovern Research Services, and Hetal Dalal, President & Chief Operating Officer of Institutional Investor Advisory Services India Limited (IIAS).They unpack the growing tensions and leadership struggle inside Tata Trusts, which control 66 percent of Tata Sons — the powerful holding company behind India's most iconic brands: Tata Motors, Tata Steel, Titan, TCS, and Indian Hotels.The conversation explores how a dispute among trustees has exposed deeper questions about governance, control, and succession within the Tata Group, one of the world's most respected business empires. What does this mean for investors, the markets, and the future of India Inc?Key themes discussed:1) The internal power struggle at Tata Trusts and its impact on Tata Sons2) The legacy of Ratan Tata and the leadership role of Noel Tata3) The Shapoorji Pallonji Group's 18% stake and the ongoing exit impasse4) How governance, family ties, and capital allocation collide in corporate India5) Lessons for succession planning and trust governance across family-run businessesThis deep-dive conversation goes beyond the headlines — revealing how ego, structure, and legacy shape billion-dollar decisions in Indian boardrooms.If you follow business news, corporate governance, leadership, or the Indian economy, this episode offers crucial insights into the forces reshaping India's biggest business empire.
On Episode 714 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Ajit Ranade, former Chief Economist at Aditya Birla Group and former vice chancellor of the Gokhale Institute of Politics and Economics in Pune as well as, Head - Fixed Income at Kotak Mahindra Asset Management Company.SHOW NOTES(00:00) Stories of the Day(00:50) Why The Trump-Jinping meet after six years won't really help markets(05:24) Why US markets are weak(06:30) Decoding the Federal Reserve's rate cuts(12:50) How more Indians are borrowing money at record levels for consumption and the dangers that come with itFor more of our coverage check out thecore.inSubscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on:Twitter |Instagram |Facebook |Linkedin |Youtube
On Episode 713 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Aamar Deo Singh, Senior Vice President - Equity, Commodity & Currency at Angel One.SHOW NOTES(00:00) Stories of the Day(01:10) Will Trump's Asia visit goodwill spill over to India?(02:56) Market exuberance rules higher as Nvidia crosses $5 trillion(05:17) It's the best time in a long time for PSU banks and the markets are rewarding the stocks.(14:33) Suzuki wants to regain 50% of India auto market share and become the largest electric car company here.(15:57) Did Bill Gates just do an about turn on climate?For more of our coverage check out thecore.inSubscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on:Twitter |Instagram |Facebook |Linkedin |Youtube
On Episode 712 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Madhavi Arora, Lead Economist at Emkay Global Financial Services as well as Chokkalingam G, Founder at Equinomics Research Pvt Ltd. For our Build on Blockchain segment we feature Suraj Teja, Founder at Sow & Reap.SHOW NOTES(00:00) Stories of the Day(00:50) Why is the global economy growing?(04:19) Why banking stocks are doing well and the big bet on PSU banks(12:50) What explains India's upward growth projections?(21:58) Amazon's job cuts and what they mean(25:13) Build on BlockchainFor more of our coverage check out thecore.inSubscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on:Twitter |Instagram |Facebook |Linkedin |Youtube
On Episode 711 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Mihir Gandhi, Partner and Leader - Payments Transformation and Fintech at PricewaterhouseCoopers Private Limited. We also feature an excerpt of journalist and author Puja Mehra's conversation with Economist Anoop Singh in her recent episode of How India's Economy Works.SHOW NOTES(00:00) Stories of the Day(01:00) Are Indian markets breaking out to aim for record highs?(02:56) Trump's Asia visit seems promising but the big question is China(04:47) What analysts are predicting for gold in the next year?(06:27) How towns like Panipat and Karur are driving India's role in the global ecommerce market(07:50) UPI payments growth is slowing down but why the real value might come now(16:28) Why public financial management systems are critical in an era of global financial and trade uncertaintyFor more of our coverage check out thecore.inSubscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on:Twitter |Instagram |Facebook |Linkedin |Youtube
On Episode 710 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Dheeraj Sinha, Group CEO - India & South Asia at FCB and President of The Advertising Club.SHOW NOTES(00:00) The Take(04:41) Is a US-India trade deal really around the corner?(10:42) Oil markets are sceptical Trump will stay committed to Russian sanctions(11:41) Gold prices stay down but a fall is possible(12:42) Remembering Piyush Pandey and what's changed since his heydays?For more of our coverage check out thecore.inSubscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on:Twitter |Instagram |Facebook |Linkedin |Youtube
On Episode 709 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Shalini Pillay, India Leader for the Global Capability Centres segment at KPMG in India.SHOW NOTES(00:00) Stories of the Day(00:50) Markets rise for the 6th day as optimism takes over.(02:49) US sanctions on Russian oil majors will affect India.(06:18) India's vast talent pool is a magnet for more GCC business verticials, latest being energy.(15:14) Tesla posts losses again though its CEO wants a $1 trillion salary.(16:51) FeedbackFor more of our coverage check out thecore.inSubscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on:Twitter |Instagram |Facebook |Linkedin |Youtube
On Episode 708 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Amit Goel, Co-founder & Chief Global Strategist at PACE 360 as well as Dr. Jan Mischke, co-author of the report Out of balance: What's next for growth, wealth, and debt? and Partner at the McKinsey Global Institute (MGI).SHOW NOTES(00:00) Stories of the Day(00:50) Gold prices reverse their manic run, where will they go now?(10:30) Oil prices are up on renewed hopes of an India-US deal and Indian purchases of oil.(11:29) Global wealth has reached $600 trillion, outpacing GDP growth since 2000, and powered more by debt and paper wealth than productivity. What does that mean?For more of our coverage check out thecore.inSubscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on:Twitter |Instagram |Facebook |Linkedin |Youtube
On Episode 707 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Vikas Bansal, CEO at Amazon Pay as well as Nikhil Varma, Technical Lead, India at Algorand.SHOW NOTES(00:00) The Take(07:14) Financials are in and so are markets(08:43) Gold prices ease off but not enough for Diwali(09:26) US-China squabble again, more flights from India to China(10:38) How women entrepreneurs are driving growth in payments(24:11) IES and BlockchainFollow us on: Twitter | Instagram | Linkedin | Youtube
Indians own more than 60% of America's hotels. How did the so-called “Patel Motel Cartel” grow from humble mom-and-pop motels to multi-billion-dollar hospitality empires?In this episode of The Core Report Weekend Edition, Govindraj Ethiraj is in conversation with Emmy & Peabody-winning filmmakers Amar Shah and Rahul Rohatgi, directors of The Patel Motel Story, whose new documentary traces this journey — from 1940s California farm labor camps to AAHOA's 33,000-member powerhouse network.They unpack handshake loans, family-run operations, franchising leaps, women-led growth, risk, resilience, and the post-COVID reset that reshaped the industry.What You'll Learn:• Why Patels control ~60% of U.S. hotels and motels• The Kanji Monshu Desai origin story and early Gujarati networks• How “live-in, run-lean” operations outcompeted higher-cost players• Franchising, asset ownership, and the move to premium brands• How 2nd/3rd-gen operators turned into real-estate powerhouses• The pivotal role of women in scaling and governance• Headwinds: safety issues, racism, immigration sentiment, and COVID shocks• What's next — consolidation in the U.S. or global expansion?If you're into business strategy, entrepreneurship, hospitality, real estate, immigration economics, or great origin stories — this episode is unmissable.Suggested Chapters:1.30- Introduction2.55- The Idea Behind the Patels' Motel Legacy7.05- Tracing the Patels' Roots: A Generational Story12.10- How the Patels Spread Across the U.S 16.55- The Start of the Patel Motel Revolution21.00 - How Patels Built a Distinctive Hospitality Model23.50- How New Generations Are Shaping the Patel Motel Legacy30.38- The Role of Women in the Patel Motel Legacy36.25- Reflections on 70+ Years of the Patel Motel Story40.25- Challenges for Patel Motel Owners in Today's America48.30- The Most Enduring Patel Motel Stories 51.45- Closing
On Episode 705 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Mario Morales, GVP & General Manager, Semiconductors & Enabling Technologies at IDC.SHOW NOTES(00:00) Stories of the Day(00:41) The Markets Jump(02:44) Tech Results Are In(04:34) Semiconductors and AIFollow us on: Twitter | Instagram | Linkedin | Youtube
On Episode 704 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to John Pearson, Global CEO at DHL Express, from a larger conversation featured in our Weekend Edition.SHOW NOTES(00:00) Stories of the Day(00:50) Surge in gold and silver imports drives up India's trade deficit(03:55) Oil prices fall on uncertainty but India stands to benefit(04:46) Why you will stop investing in IPOs if you hear these numbers(07:35) One country may leave global trade but 219 are embracing it, find out why and howFollow us on: Twitter | Instagram | Linkedin | Youtube
On Episode 703 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Madan Sabnavis, Chief Economist at Bank of Baroda as well as Vikas Jain, Founder and Chief Investment Officer at Multipl.SHOW NOTES(00:00) Stories of the Day(00:50) LG has blockbuster debut on Indian bourses(03:41) IMF raises growth targets for India(07:41) Decoding the Nobel Economics Prize through an India lens(14:54) How are small equity investors responding to the gold and silver rise?Follow us on: Twitter | Instagram | Linkedin | Youtube
On Episode 702 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Nachiket Mor, Former banker and Visiting Scientist at Banyan Academy of Leadership in Mental Health.SHOW NOTES(00:00) Stories of the Day(01:00) Are IPO listings becoming more muted?(03:39) Silver sees historic short squeeze in London as gold prices continue to rise(05:23) Inflation down to 8 year low of 1.54%(07:15) Global airlines are facing an additional $11 billion in costs because of challenges in aerospace supply chains and how that is affecting airlines and thus travel(09:22) World Mental Health Day was last week. Why mental health and stress need to be tackled separatelyFollow us on: Twitter | Instagram | Linkedin | Youtube
On Episode 701 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Satish Dondapati, Fund Manager - ETF at Kotak Asset Management Company Ltd as well as Nikhil Varma, Technical Lead, India at Algorand.SHOW NOTES(00:00) Stories of the Day(01:00) Trump reminds everyone he is still a market mover(08:08) Fresh signs of overheating in IPO market as franchise owner of bankrupt company's brand lists at discount(09:12) LG Electronics to list after garnering record Rs 440,000 crore for Rs 11,600 crore offer(10:27) How a gap between international and domestic silver prices caused a mutual fund to shut its silver ETF(20:09) Digital advertisers have to change their strategy with new privacy rules that protect you, decoding the impactAlgorand Summit: https://algobharat.in/road2impact2025/Follow us on: Twitter | Instagram | Linkedin | Youtube
In this Episode Of The Core Report Weekend Edition, Govindraj Ethiraj In Conversation With John Pearson, Global CEO, DHL Express.India's big manufacturing moment feels real. Global supply chains are shifting. DHL is watching demand move from China to Vietnam, from Asia to the Middle East, and into ASEAN. Hear how exporters can protect margins, win new customers, and ride the next wave in electronics, AI hardware, EVs, renewables, and healthcare.What you will get• The playbook DHL gives clients to navigate tariffs, de minimis, bonded warehouses, and duty drawback• Why India can capture the China plus one shift and where the near term wins are• How DHL reallocates aircraft and capacity as trade lanes flip• Where laptops, textiles, and lifestyle goods are flowing now and what that means for Indian exporters• How AI and data centers change logistics and customer service• What peak season means for costs, capacity, and delivery timesWhy this matters now• New FTAs and corridors are opening markets for Indian manufacturers• Cross border e commerce keeps growing despite paperwork and duties• Capacity tightens before year end and smart planning pays offChapters:00:00 Introduction 2.30 India & the US – A Trade Snapshot4:45 Tariff shock and creative export strategies19.00 How organizations adapt to unexpected disruptions23:00 Middle East and ASEAN demand29.40- India's Manufacturing Ambitions: Challenges & Opportunities32:52 Data centers, AI, EVs, renewables35.30- Christmas Commerce: Trends & InsightsThe Core & The Core Report is ad supported & FREE for all readers & listeners. Write in to shiva@thecore.in for sponsorships & brand studio requirements.For more of our coverage check out thecore.in (https://www.thecore.in/)Support the Core Report (https://tinyurl.com/Support-the-Core-Report)Join & Interact anonymously on our WhatsApp channel (https://tinyurl.com/The-Core-WhatsApp-Channel) Subscribe to our Newsletter (https://www.thecore.in/newsletters/thecorenewsletter)
On Episode 699 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Sheetal Sapale, Vice President at Pharmarack as well as Deepak Maheshwari, Senior Policy Advisor at the Centre for Social and Economic Progress (CSEP).SHOW NOTES(00:00) Stories of the Day(01:00) Global markets continue to stay strong(02:41) Falling food prices are putting downward pressure on inflation(05:12) How economic growth in Asia projected to come in stronger(06:09) You would never guess which drug has made it No 2 in India's drug brands(11:09) Why clean energy stocks are actually outperforming equities and even gold(12:47) We have just marked the 140th anniversary of the Indian Telegraph Act, 1885 (23:43) Feedback SectionFollow us on:Twitter | Instagram | Linkedin | Youtube
On Episode 698 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Anindya Banerjee, Head, Research, Currency and Commodity, Kotak Securities as well as Sidharath Kapur, Founder and Board Member at Refex Airports and Transportation.SHOW NOTES(00:00) Stories of the Day(00:41) Why investors are worrying over rising gold prices(04:33) Markets stand by for earnings signals(13:00) UK says no work visas(14:38) How Mumbai's new airport could change traffic patternshttps://algobharat.in/road2impact2025/Follow us on:Twitter | Instagram | Linkedin | Youtube
On Episode 697 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Vandana Hari, Founder & Chief Executive Officer at Vanda Insights as well as Sachin Shah, Executive Director & Fund Manager at Emkay Investment Managers Ltd.SHOW NOTES(00:00) The Take(05:38) Why are the markets rising right now?(06:13) Gold hits fresh records even as futures are pointing higher(07:47) Decoding the outlook for the latest earnings season and expectations(16:10) Why is everyone suddenly talking about a glut in the oil market?(24:58) Prices of potatoes, onions and tomatoes fall sharply, bringing down the cost of a thalihttps://algobharat.in/road2impact2025/Follow us on:Twitter | Instagram | Linkedin | Youtube
On Episode 696 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Rajat Maheshwari, chairman of the Singapore Chapter of the Global Anti-Scam Alliance (GASA) and Senior Vice President, Strategic Growth, Asia Pacific at Mastercard.SHOW NOTES(00:00) Stories of the Day(01:09) You can bet on hundreds of stocks or just on gold(02:31) The financial system is reporting higher lending(03:21) AI mania continues as AMD stock prices jump 25% after signing a deal with OpenAI for GPUs(04:25) Why there is a global shortage of the gas turbines(06:15) Eli Lilly to invest $1 billion in India for local manufacturing too(08:55) How did online scams become a trillion dollar industry so fast?https://algobharat.in/road2impact2025/Follow us on:Twitter | Instagram | Linkedin | Youtube
On Episode 695 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Ajit Dayal, founder at Quantum Advisors as well as Vinit Bolinjkar, Head of Research at Ventura Securities Ltd.SHOW NOTES(00:00) The Take(06:26) Markets brace for a $5 billion IPO rush even as regulators smoothen the path(09:40) Domestic institutional buying is moderating(16:44) Gold prices hit fresh highs(17:13) Oil prices are falling as fears of a glut rise(18:20) A changed tax rule for NRIs is keeping more of them out and causing a revenue loss to the countryhttps://algobharat.in/road2impact2025/Follow us on:Twitter | Instagram | Linkedin | Youtube
In this episode, Govindraj explores how digital commerce is transforming consumption, jobs, investment, and exports in India. With over 250 million online shoppers today — and a projected 425 million by 2027 — ecommerce isn't just a side story; it's a growth engine ready to be unlocked.Our guest, R. Chandrasekhar, Chairperson of the Centre for the Digital Future and former IT & Telecom Secretary, shares insights from a new report on the economic impact of e-commerce and what it will take to scale it.Key topics we cover:Can e-commerce boost consumption amid slowing spending?Why India lags at 8% online retail vs. China (27%) and the US (22%)The $200 billion export opportunity by 2030How e-commerce supports 14 million digital workers, including gig jobsHow every traditional retail job replaced creates 2.5 new jobs in e-commerceThe role of GST reform in lowering costs and improving accessWhat's blocking rural ecommerce adoption and how policy can helpFixing regulations, FDI rules, compliance, credit access, logistics, and cold chainsWhy data and labor market insights are critical todayWhether you follow business, tech, capital flows, or jobs, this conversation offers clarity and context on India's digital economy.Watch, share, and tell us: Is e-commerce India's next economic multiplier?Stay with us for sharp insights, expert analysis, and clear answers on where India and the world are heading in the global oil game.Join & Interact anonymously on our WhatsApp channel (https://tinyurl.com/The-Core-WhatsApp-Channel) Subscribe to our Newsletter (https://www.thecore.in/newsletters/thecorenewsletter)Follow Us on Social Media for More Updates:Twitter (https://twitter.com/the_core_in)Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/the.core.in/)Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/thecore.biz/)Linkedin (https://www.linkedin.com/company/thecore-in)Youtube (https://www.youtube.com/@thecore_in)
On Episode 693 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Chakri Lokapriya, Chief Investment Officer at LGT Wealth Management as well as Dr. Nikhil Varma, Technical Lead, India at Algorand..SHOW NOTES(00:00) Stories of the Day(00:50) Markets stage a rebound(15:48) The Reserve Bank brings the banking system closer to the capital markets(16:57) The role of decentralised finance in supply chainshttps://algobharat.in/road2impact2025/Follow us on:Twitter | Instagram | Linkedin | Youtube
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