Podcast appearances and mentions of Maruti Suzuki

To get your dose of daily business news, tune into Mint Top of the Morning on Mint Podcasts available on all audio streaming platforms. https://open.spotify.com/show/7x8Nv1RlOKyMV5IftIJwP1?si=bf5ecbaedd8f4ddc 1. India-Pakistan Tensions Rise After Indus Waters Treaty Suspension Just a day after India suspended the Indus Waters Treaty in response to the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 civilians, Pakistan retaliated by calling the move an “Act of War.” Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif chaired an emergency meeting, announcing a series of countermeasures—halting all trade with India, expelling Indian diplomats, closing airspace to Indian carriers, and putting the 1972 Simla Agreement “in abeyance.” But can Pakistan afford a war? The numbers say no. Foreign reserves stand at just $11.09 billion, barely covering two months of imports. With $131 billion in external debt and $100 billion due in repayments over the next four years, Islamabad is walking a fiscal tightrope. Its economic lifeline, a $7 billion IMF bailout, is arriving in slow trickles amid warnings of “formidable vulnerabilities.” Political instability adds to the volatility. While rhetoric from Islamabad is heating up, experts warn a full-blown escalation could tip Pakistan deeper into economic crisis. 2. Airspace Closed, Ticket Prices Climb Pakistan's closure of airspace to Indian airlines is already causing turbulence. Airlines like Air India, IndiGo, SpiceJet, and Akasa Air are now forced to reroute via the UAE or Iran, adding over an hour of flight time. The result? A potential 35–40% surge in international ticket prices, according to aviation experts. Affected routes include key flights to the US, UK, Europe, and Middle East. Meanwhile, India has suspended visa services for Pakistani nationals. Though ICAO permits such restrictions for security, bilateral coordination is now unlikely, signaling worsening diplomatic frostbite. Hospitals in India are rushing to treat Pakistani patients before a May 1 deadline, with critical medical cases—especially children—caught in the crossfire. 3. Tesla May Finally Set Up Shop in India India's EV policy may soon get a revamp—and Tesla could be the biggest beneficiary. A senior government official said India is open to revising its electric vehicle manufacturing policy once tariff terms are finalised under the India-US Bilateral Trade Agreement. At stake is the Scheme to Promote Manufacturing of Electric Passenger Cars in India, which slashes import duties from 70–80% to 15% for up to 8,000 imported EVs annually for five years. While the scheme had no takers initially, Tesla's February hiring spree in India signals renewed interest. US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer, commenting on the broader trade talks, said, “There's a serious lack of reciprocity” with India. With both sides looking to strike balance on tariffs and access, Tesla's India debut could mark a turning point in EV manufacturing for the region. 4. Maruti Suzuki Braces for Earnings Slowdown India's auto giant Maruti Suzuki is expected to post a muted Q4 today, with revenue growth of 7% and profit likely down by 4%, say brokerages. Margins are squeezed by higher marketing spends and discounts, with Ebitda likely shrinking by 44 basis points. Inventory levels have surged—from 9 days in January to over 40 now—forcing the company to scale back wholesale dispatches. Still, Maruti sold over 6 lakh vehicles in Q4. Key things to watch: Demand outlook as income tax relief and RBI rate cuts play out. Export risk, especially amid Trump's 25% tariffs on autos. The lukewarm launch of Maruti's first EV, the e-Vitara, which has seen slow bookings ahead of a May-June delivery window. Despite the slowdown, Maruti's stock has climbed 6% this year, outpacing the Nifty Auto index. But investors are looking to today's earnings call for clues on whether the momentum can return.

In today's top stories: Flipkart slashes cash burn ahead of IPO, discount brokers lose nearly 10 lakh clients, Maruti Suzuki proposes Japan-style Kei cars, and India eyes a bigger role in Apple's global supply chain. Plus, market resilience post-Trump tariffs, soaring gold prices, RBI's accounting critique, and a thorny tale of rose exports. Tune in.

To get your dose of daily business news, tune into Mint Top of the Morning on Mint Podcasts available on all audio streaming platforms. https://open.spotify.com/show/7x8Nv1RlOKyMV5IftIJwP1?si=bf5ecbaedd8f4ddc This is Nelson John, and I'll bring you the top business and tech stories, let's get started.  Trump's Tariffs Shake Global Trade, But India Stays Steady Donald Trump's sweeping new tariffs—10% on all imports and 27% on Indian goods—sent global markets into a tailspin, yet India's markets showed resilience. While Japan's Nikkei plunged nearly 3% and Hong Kong's Hang Seng fell 1.5%, India's Sensex and Nifty 50 barely flinched. Analysts say India's competitive edge remains intact, though foreign investors pulled ₹2,806 crore from stocks. Meanwhile, gold prices surged as investors sought safe havens amid U.S. economic concerns. With central banks increasing gold reserves, the move signals deeper worries about the dollar's stability. India's Fuel Trade With the U.S. Faces New Challenges The 27% tariff on Indian imports is set to disrupt India's $6 billion petroleum trade with the U.S., particularly in refined fuels like gasoline. As Western nations cut Russian oil post-Ukraine war, India became a major supplier—but the new tariff threatens that role. Despite a 3.7% rise in export volume, revenue dropped 7% to $40.4 billion this fiscal year. Private refiners like Reliance and Nayara Energy are expected to take a hit. India is unlikely to retaliate with counter-tariffs, as that would raise domestic crude and LNG prices. Instead, officials are considering boosting imports of U.S. WTI crude to maintain trade ties. India's Pharma Industry Wins Tariff Exemption Amid Trump's tariff spree, Indian pharmaceuticals emerged unscathed. The U.S. exempted the sector, recognizing its role in providing affordable medicines worldwide. India supplies 40% of the U.S.'s generic drugs, saving the American healthcare system $219 billion in 2022 alone. With exports worth $8.7 billion to the U.S. and imports of just $800 million, the exemption benefits both nations. However, legal experts warn of potential future scrutiny under Section 232, which assesses imports based on national security concerns. For now, the exemption reinforces India's status as the “pharmacy of the world,” opening opportunities for biosimilars and domestic API production. BMW India's EV Sales Soar Despite Industry Caution BMW India defied concerns over slow EV adoption, reporting a threefold surge in electric vehicle sales in Q1 2024. EVs accounted for 17% of its total sales (3,914 units), with overall sales growing 7% year-on-year. While Tata Motors and Maruti Suzuki remain cautious about EV adoption due to infrastructure challenges, BMW sees strong demand even in smaller cities. The company's latest EV, the BMW iX1 Long Wheelbase, launched at Auto Expo 2024, has already secured 1,500 bookings. However, the auto industry faces headwinds from Trump's 25% tariff on auto imports, prompting manufacturers to refocus on internal combustion engines (ICE) amid policy uncertainty. Dusit International Returns to India With a Bold Expansion Plan After exiting in 2017, Thailand's Dusit International is making a comeback in India with plans to sign 30 hotels and 3,000 rooms in three years. “This time, we're getting it right,” says Siradej Donavanik, VP of Global Hotel Development. The company is targeting tier-II and III cities while maintaining a presence in metros. Led by industry veteran Deepika Arora, Dusit's expansion includes luxury and upper-midscale brands, with upcoming hotels in Raipur, Bhiwadi, Kolkata, Lonavala, Kasol, and Manali. As India's luxury travel market surges toward a projected $410 billion by 2030, Dusit sees a prime opportunity to establish a strong foothold.

In today's episode of Market Minutes, Vaibhavi Ranjan breaks down the key market trends for March 3. After a sharp sell-off wiped out nearly Rs 8.8 lakh crore in market capitalization on Friday, Indian equities look poised for a mild recovery, with GIFT Nifty signaling a positive start. Will this rebound hold, or is more downside ahead? Meanwhile, auto stocks like Tata Motors, Maruti Suzuki, and M&M are in focus as investors react to monthly sales data, while IT stocks remain under pressure amid global slowdown fears. In the Voice of the Day segment, we're joined by Shrikant Chouhan of Kotak Securities who is here to share his views on whether the markets have hit a bottom. Stay tuned for expert insights, stock updates, and all the market buzz!

Building India's Tallest Tower, Standing at 306 Meters with 81 Floors in South MumbaiIn today's episode of speaking real estate podcast, we had Mr. Manan Shah, the Managing Director at MICL Group, As a young leader, Mr. Shah shares his vision for the company and how he aims to transform the Mumbai skyline through his ambitious projects.Here's what we discussed:- How MICL was formed and what challenges it faced during the process- The Story Behind the Name 'Aaradhya'- Marketing strategy used by big brands- How to build a brand from the scratch- The inspiration behind constructing India's tallest tower, standing at 306 meters- Importance of Vastu in project design and construction- Why work life balance is requiredDon't miss this in-depth conversation on how this young leader plans to build India's tallest tower and his future plans for Mumbai's skyline.Timestamps :00:00 Trailer01:13 - Introduction02:51 - The Beginning of the Journey09:35 - The Story Behind the Name 'Aaradhya'13:55 - Employee Insights and Perspectives Over the Years18:52 - The Formation of MICL (Maha Infrastructure Construction Limited)25:00 - The Untold Maruti Suzuki Story26:39 - The Iconic Bata Prizing29:47 - The Importance of Research in Business Development32:43 - How to Handle Negative Talk and Criticism Effectively34:36 - Overcoming the Thoughts of Giving Up in Business37:08 - Building a Brand from Scratch: The Ultimate Guide40:03 - A Deep Dive into the Ongoing Projects42:09 - Why Create the Tallest Tower in India?49:28 - Understanding Different Types of Real Estate Developments56:54 - The Role of Vastu Shastra in Construction and Design58:05 - Maintaining a Healthy Work-Life Balance for Success01:09:07 - A Passion for Cars and Its Influence01:12:26 - Conclusion: Key Takeaways and Future InsightsGuest:Mr. Manan ShahManaging Director - MICL GroupPersonal Id - https://www.instagram.com/iammps/Company Id - https://www.instagram.com/miclgroup/Company Website - https://www.micl.com/

Osamu Suzuki passed away on 25 December, 2024 aged 1994. In this episode of the Autocar Deep Drive Podcast powered by Kotak Mahindra Prime, Hormazd Sorabjee - Editor, Autocar India - and Ketan Thakkar - Editor, Autocar Professional - pay tribute to the man who took a bet on India, set Maruti Suzuki up for success and proved that with the right vision, even small companies could achieve outsized success and stay independent. 

In this episode of Market Minutes, Zoya Springwala talks about the key factors to watch out for today before the domestic market opens. The index has now entered its second week of consolidation, and current indicators suggest that this trend is likely to persist. Also, catch Rajesh Palviya of Axis Securities on the Voice of the Day segment. Market Minutes is a morning podcast that puts the spotlight on hot stocks, key data points, and developing trends.

In this daily series, we bring you a comprehensive stock market roundup and the latest finance news. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting, economist Nagappan provides clear, insightful answers to all your stock market and share-related questions.

Welcome to Top of the Morning by Mint, your weekday newscast that brings you five major stories from the world of business. It's Monday, November 25, 2024. This is Nelson John, let's get started.  Days before a US court indicted Adani Green Energy officials for alleged bribery in India, traders on derivatives markets cut their positions in Adani Enterprises and Adani Ports. This move spared them from the sharp declines that erased 2.24 trillion rupees in market value on Thursday when the allegations surfaced. Notably, futures positions in Adani Enterprises were reduced by 8%, ahead of a 23% drop in share prices following the news. Market watchers noted significant trading activity before the public release of the indictment news, leading to speculation about whether some had prior knowledge, Ram Sahgal writes.A recent World Bank study across six Indian states talks about the critical need for skill-based education in schools to capitalize on India's demographic dividend and meet development goals by 2047. The study reveals a significant gap between current educational offerings and the rapidly evolving job market, shaped by factors such as automation, climate change, and digitalization. Integrating skill education into the school curriculum is essential for preparing students for employment opportunities and enhancing India's competitive edge globally. N Madhavan explains why giving skill education in Indian schools is a good idea, in today's Primer. Ranjit Gupta, chief executive of Ocior Energy and former CEO  of Azure Power, is among those indicted in the $250 million Adani bribery case. Azure is in the thick of the bribery scam. After resigning from Azure Power in 2022 under circumstances detailed in a November 20 complaint by US prosecutors, Gupta went on to establish Ocior Energy, which recently secured a significant investment promise from REC Ltd to produce green ammonia in Odisha. Ocior Energy has no revenue and limited staffing, yet it ambitiously plans to invest billions in green energy across regions from Egypt to India. These plans now face scrutiny as Gupta contends legal challenges in the ongoing Adani investigation, writes Varun Sood. India's massive ₹13 trillion manufacturing boost from production-linked incentives (PLI) is hitting a pause. The government is halting the addition of new sectors like toys, drones, and furniture to better tune the existing setup, Dhirendra Kumar reports. This shift comes as disbursements have dropped sharply, from nearly ₹10,000 crore last year to under ₹1,000 crore this year, with the bulk of claims coming from electronics, textiles, automobiles, and white goods sectors. The challenge? High production targets are tough to meet. For instance, textile companies eyeing incentives need to hit a ₹600 crore sales target with at least ₹300 crore invested. The latest quarterly earnings have revealed a stark trend: urban India is facing some serious financial strains. Big names like Hindustan Unilever and Nestle India are seeing sluggish growth, with sales barely inching up, thanks to a shrinking middle class that's tightening belts. The problem? Prices are up, and so are interest rates, making everyone think twice about how they spend their money. Interestingly, while the big cities are struggling, rural India seems to be holding up much better. Companies like Maruti Suzuki even reported growth in rural sales despite flat overall revenue. It's a tale of two markets, really. Urban areas, usually the heartbeat of consumption, are now the ones lagging behind, feeling the pinch from high food prices and lower disposable income. In today's Long Story, Abhishek Mukherjee writes about the consumption slowdown middle class India is facing. 

The Maruti Suzuki Dzire is India's bestselling sedan. What makes it tick and can the recently launched fourth-gen model grow sedan sales in SUV-crazy India? Hormazd Sorabjee - Edittor, Autocar India - and Sergius Barretto - Managing Editor, Autocar India - discuss in this episode of the Autocar Deep Drive Podcast powered by Kotak Mahindra Prime.

Welcome to Top of the Morning by Mint, your weekday newscast that brings you five major stories from the world of business. It's Wednesday, November 20, 2024. This is Nelson John, let's get started. The stock market is down more than 10% from its recent peak. Buying the dip is generally considered a good strategy, and Indian investors have been doing so at every opportunity. Ram Sahgal reports that despite the bearish market, retail investors have bought stocks worth more than ₹33,000 crore. But while buying the dip every time may be tempting, the strategy is more suitable for seasoned investors, especially during times of stubborn inflation, high interest rates, and geopolitical uncertainties, Ram adds. Mutual fund managers are increasingly holding cash, looking to wait out the skittish markets. While some Indians are reducing their discretionary spending, rich Indians are splurging like there's no tomorrow. Soumya Gupta writes that affluent consumers continue to spend on luxury goods, travel, and lavish weddings. The ever-rising income disparity means that shifts in affluent consumers' spending could significantly affect large, mass-market companies. The likes of Maruti-Suzuki and Hindustan Unilever, for instance, have reported muted demand of late. This is bad news for India's consumer economy, which accounts for half the country's GDP. State Bank of India, Bank of Baroda, and Punjab National Bank are vying to finance an oil refinery project worth ₹39,000 crore in Tamil Nadu. Shayan Ghosh reports that more than ₹27,000 crore of this will be sourced through loans. Banks are seeking to capitalise on such public sector projects as demand for retail loans is declining. Puneet Chhatwal, MD and CEO of the Tata Group's Indian Hotels Company Limited, is a man in a hurry. Since taking over in 2017, Chhatwal has aggressively targeted growth and relied on rapid expansion to achieve this. IHCL stock, meanwhile, has given investors 400% returns in the past five years. So far, so good. But what's next? Varuni Khosla reports that while the company's expansion strategy under Chhatwal has received much praise, some have raised questions about its sustainability. Is coconut oil sold in a 200 ml bottle an edible oil or a cosmetic product? The question may sound silly, but has significant ramifications for the fast-moving consumer goods industry as cosmetic products are taxed at a higher rate than edible oils. The Supreme Court is due to rule on the issue soon, and its decision will set a significant precedent, writes Krishna Yadav.

Welcome to Top of the Morning by Mint, your weekday newscast that brings you five major stories from the world of business. It's Tuesday, November 5, 2024. This is Nelson John, let's get started.  Recent earnings reports from big consumer companies like Nestle India, HUL, and Maruti Suzuki highlight a sharp slowdown in urban consumption, posing a potential threat to India's economic growth. This quarter, the fast-moving consumer goods sector saw growth shrink from 10.1% to just 2.8%. The slowdown isn't just due to a heavy monsoon; deeper issues like stagnant urban incomes and high food inflation are tightening consumer purse strings, particularly affecting the middle class. The IT sector's slowdown in hiring and modest wage increases only add to the problem. This consumption dip could severely impact India's economic growth since private consumption is a key growth driver. N Madhavan explains the reasons behind this slowdown in today's Primer.  The "Big Five" of Indian IT—TCS, Cognizant, Infosys, HCL, and Wipro—are facing a predicament as investors seem more captivated by smaller firms despite their varied performance metrics. Over the last four years, smaller IT companies like Persistent Systems and Coforge have seen their valuations skyrocket, far outpacing their giant counterparts. This shift is driven by the belief that these nimble players are better positioned to adapt to disruptions from generative AI technologies, which lessen the importance of scale in traditional IT operations. Varun Sood writes that despite achieving solid revenue growth, the big players haven't seen the same enthusiasm from investors, who are concerned about declining profitability and leadership changes.  Leading manufacturers like steel and cement companies are increasingly tapping into renewable energy. Nehal Chaliawala reports on how this is proving to be a smart move financially. By signing long-term green power purchase agreements at lower rates than traditional coal-powered electricity, these firms are seeing significant reductions in energy costs. For instance, Ambuja Cement reported a 27% reduction in power and fuel costs this quarter, driven by a shift to renewable sources which now make up 25% of its energy mix. Similarly, ACC and Ultratech Cement have made strides in integrating renewables, with substantial cost savings.  Ramco Group from Tamil Nadu is restructuring its corporate framework to eliminate cross-holdings and attract foreign investors. Anirudh Laskar and Satish John report that Ramco Cements has sold its 16.23% promoter stake in Ramco Industries to other promoter entities. Ramco is looking to remove cross-holdings that might not be appealing to foreign investors. It plans to divest from assets worth at least ₹1,000 crore to reduce its debt. Multi-speciality hospitals are now passe — private equity investors now want single-specialty medicare centres. Soumya Gupta writes that this is because patients are typically seeking higher standards of service, and such specialised hospitals are started by well-regarded doctors. Since 2022, private investors have increasingly favored single-speciality hospitals, leading to significant funding and acquisitions. Last year, 20% of the $5.5 billion in hospital funding in India went to such facilities. As for investors, these smaller hospitals offer more scalable options compared to larger counterparts.

In this episode of Market Minutes, Lovisha Darad talks about key events that investors will eye on October 30. On a Nifty expiry day, markets will continue to react to India Inc's Q2 results. Companies such as Maruti Suzuki India, Marico, Voltas – all reported Q2 results. Some of the companies that will report Q2 results today include L&T, Tata Power, P&G Health and Hygiene, Dabur, among others. Also, catch Divam Sharma of Green Portfolio on Voice of the Day segment. Market Minutes is a morning podcast that puts the spotlight on hot stocks, key data points, and developing trends.

Marketbuzz Podcast: Indian markets may see a subdued start according to the GIFT Nifty. Watch out for stocks like ICICI Bank, Maruti Suzuki and Marico.

 Maruti Suzuki recently inaugurated its 500th Nexa dealership. Why did Maruti branch out with the premium retail channel and how it's an integral part of Maruti's future plans is the topic of discussion in this episode of the Autocar Deep Drive Podcast powered by Kotak Mahindra Prime. Sergius Barretto - Managing Editor, Autocar India - and Ketan Thakkar - Editor, Autocar Professional - share their insights. 

Welcome to CNBC-TV18's Marketbuzz Podcast. Here are all the developments from around the world ahead of the trading session on July 31 -And for the third day in a row, the question remains – will the Nifty 50 hit 25,000 today or not? Because Tuesday's trading session almost felt like a repeat telecast of Monday's episode. The Nifty opens higher, scales higher, makes a high, ignites hopes of scaling 25,000 yet again and then comes a sell-off in the final few minutes of the session, taking the Nifty back to the exact same levels at which it started the session at. -Today is also the last trading day of the month and as volatile a month as this has been, the index has so far gained 3.5% since the start of July. -Stocks to watch: Tata Consumer Products, Ajanta Pharma, Dixon Technologies, Indus Towers, Navin Fluorine, Torrent Power, Macrotech Developers -Earning: Four Nifty 50 constituents - Coal India, Mahindra & Mahindra, Maruti Suzuki and Tata Steel report results along with broader market names like Adani Power, Ambuja Cements, Aster DM Healthcare, Bank of Baroda, BHEL, Deepak Fertilisers, Birlasoft, Godrej Properties, Mankind Pharma, Prestige Estates and Zee Entertainment. -HDFC Securities' Nagaraj Shetti belives the short-term Nifty trend is choppy but the near-term trend remains intact, and that the overall chart pattern is indicating some more consolidation or a minor dip in the next 1-2 sessions before a bounce from the lows. -In terms of global cues, Asian stocks clung to familiar ranges on Wednesday after contrasting results from tech bellwether Microsoft and chipmaker AMD suggested a divide in the AI landscape while the yen was firm ahead of the Bank of Japan's policy decision. -Central banks dominate investor attention on Wednesday, with the decision from the Federal Reserve also due later in the day with markets expecting the U.S. central bank to stand pat on rates but indicate rate cuts are on the way. The BOJ on the other hand is expected to detail plans to taper its huge bond buying on Wednesday and debate whether to raise interest rates. -In commodities, oil rose for the first time in four sessions after an industry report pointed to a fifth week of drawdowns in US stockpiles. Brent crude for October traded above $78 a barrel after tumbling by 4.1% over the prior three days. Tune in to the Marketbuzz Podcast for more cues

Join us on the latest episode of the evo India podcast as we delve into the rapidly evolving landscape of hybrid vehicles in India. In this engaging discussion, we explore whether manufacturers are placing their bets on hybrids over electric vehicles (EVs) and what this shift means for the Indian automotive market. We talk about cars from manufacturers like Mercedes-Benz, Toyota, Maruti Suzuki, Mahindra and Tata. From the environmental benefits to the practicality and infrastructure considerations, we analyze why hybrids are gaining traction and whether they could be the future of sustainable mobility in India.

Welcome to Top of the Morning by Mint, your weekday newscast that brings you five major stories from the world of business. It's Monday, June 17, 2024. My name is Nelson John. Let's get started:Hyundai, the South Korean carmaker, has announced plans to list its Indian unit. The company, which began its Indian journey 25 years ago with the Santro hatchback, aims to raise between $2.5 billion and $3 billion by offering 142.2 million equity shares, representing 17.5% of Hyundai Motor India Ltd.'s post-offer paid-up equity share capital, valuing the subsidiary at $25-30 billion. This proposed IPO could surpass the record set by the Life Insurance Corp of India's $2.46 billion issue in May 2022, making it the largest in the country's history. The IPO also aims to address the traditional undervaluation that Korean companies face due to the dominant, often opaque, chaebol structure—a term for large family-controlled business conglomerates. Hyundai's IPO would make it the fourth major passenger vehicle manufacturer in India to be publicly listed, joining Maruti Suzuki, Tata Motors, and Mahindra & Mahindra, as reported by Mint's autos correspondent Alisha Sachdev. The timing of this public offering is crucial as it coincides with Hyundai's rival, Tata Motors, making significant strides towards EVs and SUVs, efforts that have helped close the market share gap with Hyundai.Following the recent Lok Sabha election results, which resulted in the formation of a coalition government, bank stocks took a hit due to the perceived political uncertainty. Public sector banks saw sharper declines than the broader market on the results day. While the Nifty 50 index fell 5.9%, the Nifty PSU Bank index dropped about 15%. Although these indices have since recovered, the plunge and subsequent rebound highlight the transformative changes public sector banks have undergone in recent years, thanks primarily due to government decisions. These initiatives have dramatically improved the profitability of these banks. In fiscal year 2023-24, the net profit of the 12 PSU banks exceeded ₹1.4 trillion, a 35% increase from the previous year and a fourfold increase from 2020-21. Our partners at howindialives.com have explained how these PSU banks - the stock prices of which are heavily dependent on policy and regulation - are on an upward trend again. Click on the link in the show notes to check out the charts prepared by howindialives.com. Since the recent election results, foreign investors have been rapidly cutting down their bearish bets on Indian stock indexes, helping the Nifty and Bank Nifty reach new highs. Initially, these investors held a significant number of short positions—essentially betting that stocks would fall. By June 14, they had dramatically reduced these positions, suggesting a potential shift towards betting on stocks to rise, reports Mint's markets correspondent Ram Sahgal. This substantial change is largely due to increased political stability with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government continuing. Interestingly, retail and high net worth investors seized this opportunity to cash in by selling their long positions—where they bet on stocks going up—to these foreign investors.Your seafood is in danger, and climate change is to blame. People across the country—from Goa to Kolkata—are finding it increasingly difficult to source fresh fish due to marine heatwaves. Rising temperatures are severely impacting marine life, especially in inland water bodies. Trivesh Mahekar, a fisheries scientist at the Indian Council of Agricultural Research's Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute in Goa, told Mint's Puja Das that an alarming 2-5% of fish populations in lakes and ponds may have perished. Warmer water temperatures reduce dissolved oxygen levels, leading to a decline in fish populations. Fish consumption in India varies widely by region, with the highest intake in states like Karnataka, Maharashtra, and Kerala. While per capita consumption has more than doubled over the past two years, prices have increased exponentially. This deep dive by Puja Das explores the perils facing the fisheries industry and the effects climate change is having on our dietary habits.To address the sharp rise in pulse prices, the Indian government has mandated that major retail chains and online grocers report their pulse stock levels twice a week. These retailers include D-Mart, Reliance Retail, BigBasket, Amazon, and Flipkart. This move aims to improve transparency and prevent price manipulation. Recent inspections by government officials at ports and industry hubs revealed that some major retailers had been neglecting to disclose their stocks as required. In response, the Department of Consumer Affairs updated its stock disclosure portal mid-April to more closely monitor these retailers' stock levels, report Mint's Puja Das and Dhirendra Kumar. This regulatory step comes at a time when the prices of common pulses such as chana dal, tur or arhar, urad, masur, and moong have seen significant increases, ranging from 0.6% to 25% year-over-year.We'd love to hear your feedback on this podcast. Let us know by writing to us at feedback@livemint.com. You may send us feedback, tips or anything that you feel we should be covering from your vantage point in the world of business and finance. Show notes:Hyundai Motor India IPO set to help parent drive past ‘Korea discount'Why PSU banks are on a roll, explained in chartsFPIs cut bearish bets ahead of budget sessionDead in the water: How heatwaves are killing fishRetail chains face pulses stock rule

The updated Maruti Suzuki Swift is here. Buyers will like it, but enthusiasts may not, conclude Kartikeya and Shumi on MotorInc First. The updates make the Maruti Swift, smoother, quicker, more efficient, safer and it's better equipped. But the fizziness of the outgoing hatchback? That's been taken back to create a better family car. ~ ThisConnect is our podcast. If you haven't already, check out Season 01 on our channel. On the pod, Kartikeya and Shumi discuss a range of topics of automotive interest, from trends to important things we need to think about to just celebrating the automotive lifestyle. ~ CHAPTERS 00:00 Is It All-New? 02:13 Design 05:02 More Durable 06:16 More Of The Same 08:22 Sporty Enough? 13:02 Updated Cabin 17:16 Features & Variants 19:13 New Engine 24:27 Hybrids Coming 27:50 Fuel Economy 30:40 Comfort & Corners 33:50 Driver Involvement 36:15 Crash Safety 38:40 Safety Misses 40:31 Voice Prompts 42:48 Quick Summary 47:35 Wow Factor 48:55 Swift Sport 50:44 Closing Comments ~ #MotorInc #MotorIncFirst #FirstDrive #FirstLook #FirstImpressions #Review #MarutiSuzuki #MarutiSuzukiSwift #MarutiSwift #Hyundaii20 #Hatchback

Welcome to Top of the Morning by Mint, your weekday newscast that brings you five major stories from the world of business. It's Thursday, June 6, 2024. My name is Nelson John. Let's get started:After suffering the worst crash in four years, the Indian equity markets bounced back yesterday to recoup some losses recorded on Tuesday. Nifty and Sensex rose around 3.2% each.The last three have been a roller coaster for investors. Why have they been reactionary and jittery? Ram Sahgal has the answer: BJP being unable to secure a simple majority on its own has spooked investors. They feel that the new NDA government will have to resort to populist measures in order to effect some damage control. This could potentially delay major infrastructure projects like new airports or bullet trains, making market participants unhappy. Ram explains that future market movements will likely be based on which politician gets which ministry in the new government.Like the broader market, Tech Mahindra too rose more than two percent yesterday. But a broader look at its share price and financials would have any investor worried. The IT company's net profit crashed by more than 40%, while revenue declined too. While the overall picture for the IT sector looks grim, Tech Mahindra, in particular, seems to have borne the worst of it. Still, it's not a small company with a total revenue of more than $6 billion. But for Mohit Joshi, this situation provides an opportunity. Joshi took the reins of the company in December 2023. He wants to transform Tech Mahindra into an upper-tier IT company that competes with TCS and Infosys. As Shelley Singh outlines, this is easier said than done. Joshi has his work cut out for him, but the only way for Tech Mahindra is up.One of the main issues in this year's general elections was jobs — or the lack thereof. Creating new jobs should be a central focus of the new government. Devina Sengupta writes that two-thirds of Indian citizens are now under 35 years old. This statistic means that the ongoing job crunch will only worsen as more of India comes of working age. Analysts told Devina that the focus needs to be on higher-paying jobs and getting small and medium businesses to hire employees on a larger scale. Tier 2 and beyond cities especially have immense scope to create and localise jobs, they added. Lastly, a concerted effort needs to be made in the labour market, which is dominated by migrant workers. It's a tough task ahead that will almost immediately assume importance for the new government.If you've been in the market for earphones, it's tough to look past Boat. The electronics company, which started with audio and then moved into wearables, provides a tonne of cheap options for earphones, speakers, and smartwatches. As Sowmya Ramasubramanian and Samiksha Goel write, the company transformed the domestic market for wearables by unleashing an affordable range of products. But now, you have plenty of other options in the same segment, lowering Boat's market share. Now, the company plans to reset its focus to audio, a segment providing 80 percent of its revenue. It's going to take a step back in the wearables segment to assess its options, according to Sowmya and Samiksha's report.For the longest time, a small car in India usually meant a Maruti Suzuki. The 800, Alto, Zen, Swift, Wagon R... the list goes on. But the winds of change have reached the country's biggest carmaker. Alisha Sachdev reports that Maruti Suzuki will now shift its focus to bigger cars. There's a very good reason for this: every other car sold today in India is an SUV. Maruti wants to strengthen its presence in the SUV, EV, and hybrid segments moving forward. This will also see Maruti dip out of sedans too, a segment where it's only been selling the Ciaz and the market-leading Swift Dzire.We'd love to hear your feedback on this podcast. Let us know by writing to us at feedback@livemint.com. You may send us feedback, tips or anything that you feel we should be covering from your vantage point in the world of business and finance. Show notes:Why markets will remain volatile until the new govt is formedCan Mohit Joshi catapult Tech Mahindra into the big league of Indian IT? New government must focus on jobs, get more women to join labour force  boAt helped make smartwatches affordable for Indians. That's now come to bite it Maruti Suzuki begins portfolio revamp strategy

Since 2021, Toyota and Maruti have been engaged in somewhat of a marriage of convenience. The terms were pretty simple. Toyota would share its hybrid technology with Maruti Suzuki. In exchange, Toyota would get to re-enter the pocket-friendly segment. So what this meant was that the non-premium Toyota cars sold were actually built by Maruti. And the fully hybrid cars sold under the Maruti label were built by Toyota. This arrangement has worked well for both companies for multiple reasons. The biggest of which is the growing popularity of hybrid vehicles in India in the recent past. But in the process, EV makers seem to be losing big time. Tune in.P.S. While you are here, why don't you check out the latest episode of The First Two Years, The Ken's early careers podcast. It's a good one! Akshaya talks about how to network without seeming desperate. Check it out here. Daybreak is produced from the newsroom of The Ken, India's first subscriber-only business news platform. Subscribe for more exclusive, deeply-reported, and analytical business stories.

Tune into this 8th episode of a 10-part series, "Designer's Digest” with Akanksha Sethi. This series is in partnership with @godrejdesignlab. Designer's Digest series is about Design as a profession, its daily grind, the secrets to climbing the design career ladder, and what edge we'll need to thrive in the captivating design world. Starting with a few numbers collected from SIAM, (Society of Indian Automobile Manufactures) and the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA) Over 4.4 million vehicles were produced in India in 2022-23. We've around 10 Big players in the Automobile industry, Maruti Suzuki, Hyundai Motor India, Mahindra & Mahindra, Tata Motors, Honda Cars India, Toyota Kirloskar Motor, Renault India, MG Motor India, Hero MotoCorp, Bajaj Auto. India ranks as the fourth-largest passenger vehicle market worldwide. 1.2% of cars sold in India were EVs. However, as per ETAuto, EV sales are rapidly growing, with a 230% increase. The Indian government aims to achieve 30% EV penetration by 2030 through various initiatives and policies. To discuss all this and Automobile Design as a career in India... Akanksha Sethi joins us. Akanksha has been a Colors, Materials, and Finish Design, Group lead at Maruti Suzuki for the past 13 years. She did her Bachelor of Design from the National Institute of Fashion Technology. Before joining Maruti Suzuki, she had worked at Amrapali Jewels and Titian Industries.   Questions Who is an automobile designer? What are the sub-disciplines within it? You deal with Colors, Material, and Finish. Tell us more about it. What do you do when it deals with CMF? How does one grow in a career in automobile design? Can you describe the career ladder for automobile designers in India? What are the typical milestones, changes of responsibilities, and challenges at each stage? What is the difference when they say, “Manufactured in India” versus “Assembled in India”? How and where do designers from India fit in this setup? What goes when collaboration happens - Suzuki + Maruti or Hero and Honda? What are some of the most iconic or impactful car colors or materials and finishes you've been part of in your career? What makes them special? What defines the success of a good color for a car? How do we define a good, reliable, and safe material? What are checks and tests done to test materials? How have the skills required for automobile design changed after liberalization (1990)? Or maybe when Maruti 800 came on the market in 1983? What new skills are becoming increasingly important, especially in the context of electric vehicles and sustainable technologies when we talk about CMF? What are the major trends and challenges that are shaping and will shape the industry in the coming decades when it comes to CMF? In this 10-part series, I have 4 woman designers and you are one of them. As per the D'Source repository, only 2 women designers out of 19 Automotive designers in India. Can you talk a little bit about gender diversity within the automobile design industry? What unique challenges have you faced being a Women Designer in the Automobile / Man's world? What advice would you like to give young designers entering the Automobile Design world?   Reference reading https://www.dsource.in/resource/history-automotive-design-india/top-automotive-designers-india/akanksha-sethi https://www.dsource.in/resource/history-automotive-design-india/automotive-design-schools-india https://www.dsource.in/resource/history-automotive-design-india/important-automobile-models/cars-designs https://www.dsource.in/sites/default/files/resource/history-automobile-design-india/downloads/file/history_automobile_design_india.pdf https://www.linkedin.com/in/akanksha-sethi-a7549723/?originalSubdomain=in https://www.siam.in/about-us.aspx?mpgid=1&pgidtrail=2 https://www.fada.in/

Join Ed Sirish Chandran and Aatish Mishra in this insightful podcast episode as they delve into the highly anticipated launch of 2024, the Maruti Suzuki Swift. With updated styling, features, and a brand-new engine, the new Swift promises efficiency and performance. However, despite its claimed fuel efficiency of 24.8kmpl for the manual and 25.75kmpl for the automatic, it falls short on power compared to its predecessors. Surprisingly, the absence of a 1-liter boosterjet engine or a hybrid option raises questions, especially when competitors offer a turbo-mill-equipped sporty alternative. Nevertheless, the new Swift retains its reputation as a driver's car with good ride and handling. Watch the full podcast now to find out whether it retains the Swift DNA in 2024.

The Maruti Suzuki Jimny was amongst the most talked about launches of 2023 but within a year of launch sales have dropped to low triple digit figures. Hormazd Sorabjee - Editor, Autocar India - and Sergius Barretto - Managing Editor, Autocar India - discuss what went wrong in the latest Autocar Deep Drive Podcast powered by Kotak Mahindra Prime. 

 Welcome to Top of the Morning by Mint, your weekday newscast that brings you five major stories from the world of business. It's Tuesday, May 14, 2024. My name is Nelson John. Let's get started:Indian benchmark indices remained upbeat on Monday, with both Nifty and Sensex closing the session in the green. BSE's 30-company Sensex surged 0.15 percent while NSE's Nifty-50 saw a rise of 0.22 percent.Mini-cars have long been the gateway to four-wheeled transport for many in India, but they're facing a bit of a rough patch. Maruti Suzuki, the big player in India's car market, is hitting the pause button on sprucing up this segment. Why? Well, it boils down to costs and affordability. Right now, Maruti dominates the hatchback market, holding about 70% of it, but they're choosing to hold off on upgrades until these cars become more wallet-friendly for the average buyer. Their mainstays—the Alto, Celerio, and S-Presso—won't see significant changes for a while. Maruti's betting that once incomes go up, these entry-level cars will become popular again among first-time buyers. But here's the kicker: the overall market for entry-level cars has really dipped, from more than 470 thousand units back in 2011 to just over 160 thousand in 2024. Customers are more inclined towards entry-level SUVs instead. Mint's autos correspondent Alisha Sachdev writes on the shrinking market for entry-level hatchbacks.Nasdaq-listed IT firm Cognizant, which has more than 250 thousand employees in India, is getting tough with employees who are resisting returning to the office. They've warned that continued absence could lead to termination. This move, detailed in a letter from April 15, makes Cognizant one of the first major IT companies to use firing to get people back to their office cubicles. Until recently, Cognizant was flexible about office attendance, letting individual teams decide based on their project needs. But earlier this year, they changed gears and started asking their employees in India to be in the office three days a week. They even began tracking office attendance closely. Mint's IT correspondent Jas Bardia reports on the emerging trend of IT companies using termination as a tool to get people back to office. Companies like Tata Consultancy Services and Infosys have also been tightening policies around office attendance, linking them to pay hikes and bonuses, indicating a significant shift from the more flexible remote work policies during the pandemic.The banking sector is basking in the glow of an extraordinary earnings season for the March quarter. State Bank of India, the country's largest lender, just posted a record-breaking profit of more than 20,000 crore rupees for the quarter, outshining even Reliance Industries, India's most valuable company. Punjab National Bank is another state-run lender that's making waves, with its net profit skyrocketing almost three-fold. Private players including HDFC and Axis Bank, too have reported strong numbers. However, not everything is smooth sailing. The robust post-pandemic economic recovery has led to a surge in credit growth, especially in the retail segment, which has outpaced deposit growth. This situation has pushed the loan-to-deposit ratio to a decadal high of 80%, signalling potential liquidity and credit risks. Banks are now caught in a tough spot. They need to either reduce loans, which could stifle growth, or increase deposits, which might hurt margins because higher interest rates would have to be offered to attract depositors. Mint's Abhishek Mukherjee examines what's behind the stellar fourth-quarter performance of banks and whether the results show the complete picture. Tata Motors experienced a standout fiscal 2024, thanks mainly to the performance of its British subsidiary, Jaguar Land Rover. JLR's margin climbed impressively to 8.5% from just 2.4% the previous year, a boost attributed to better scale, reduced costs for input materials, and strong sales of the Range Rover and Defender models. Additionally, JLR generated a whopping ₹24,000 crore in free cash flow for FY24, significantly cutting down TaMo's net automotive debt from ₹43,700 crore at the end of the previous year to ₹16,000 crore by March's end.Looking ahead, Tata Motors is potentially on track to erase its net debt by FY25, thanks to the continued cash flow from JLR. Mint's Manish Joshi brings a snapshot of Tata Motors' fourth-quarter performance and how the growth of its British subsidiary is on its way to a slower lane. The buzz is real! Cinema owners across India are all smiles as they gear up for a slew of blockbuster releases from the South. With big names and even bigger stories, movies like Allu Arjun's Pushpa 2, Prabhas and Deepika Padukone's "Kalki 2898 AD," and  Kamal Haasan's "Indian 2," are set to hit the screens in the coming months. Experts are predicting these films could rake in a whopping ₹1,500 crore at the box office. After a bit of a slump, with few Hindi movies catching eyes since the Eid weekend in April, these multi-language, star-studded films from the South are ready to bring the magic back. They're following in the footsteps of giants like "Baahubali" and "RRR," banking on a mix of high-octane action, deep drama, and emotional hooks to pull in audiences, including those in the Hindi-speaking belt through dubbed versions.Mint's media and entertainment correspondent Lata Jha spoke to several experts and industry insiders who are looking at the upcoming South Indian projects with anticipation, hoping to attract the mass-market audiences. Mini cars stall as some can't afford them, some want moreNot working from office might lead to job loss, Cognizant tells employeesBanks had a blockbuster quarter. But don't let that fool youJLR drives TaMo's FY24, but slow lane ahead?Exhibitors pin hopes on big southern films to bring cheer to box office

In this episode of Market Minutes, Zoya Springwala talks about the key factors to watch out for today before the domestic market opens. As the earnings season continues in full-force, analysts expect stock-specific action in the markets amid heightened volatility. Also, catch Avdhut Bagkar, Stoxbox on the Voice of the Day segment. Market Minutes is a morning podcast that puts the spotlight on hot stocks, key data points, and developing trends.

Marketbuzz Podcast: The GIFT Nifty is indicating a gap-up start for the Indian markets. Watch out for stocks like Maruti Suzuki, HCLTech, IREDA and ICICI Bank.

In this episode of Market Minutes, Lovisha Darad discusses about what are the top factors to watch out on April 26 trade. Corporate earnings season will continue to grab limelight as Bajaj Finserv, SBI Life, Maruti Suzuki, and HCL Technologies are slated to report Q4 results. Apart from that, all eyes will be on market trends as US bond yields hit 5-month high. Also, Sonam Srivastava of Wright Research on Voice of the Day segment. Market Minutes is a morning podcast that puts the spotlight on hot stocks, key data points, and developing trends.

Welcome to CNBC-TV18's Marketbuzz Podcast. Here are all the top developments ahead of the trading session of April 26 - GIFT Nifty trading flat from Nifty Futures' Thursday close, indicates a muted start for the Indian market -April also turned out to be the third straight positive series for the Nifty. It is now just 220 points away from its previous record high. For the week, the Nifty is already up 1.8%, managing to recover all that it lost in the previous week and gain some more post that. -In the governing session, US stocks tumbled after data showed a sharp slowdown in economic growth and pointed to persistent inflation. US GDP expanded 1.6% in the first quarter. The blue-chip Dow slid 375 points, while the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq Composite dropped half a percent each. -Asia-Pacific markets were mixed this morning as investors in Asia look to the Bank of Japan's policy decision and inflation figures out of Tokyo.  - Oil prices rose in early trade today, as players took stock of the US Treasury secretary's comments that the country's economy is likely in a stronger position than indicated by weak first-quarter data, coupled with supply concerns as conflict continues in the Middle East. Brent crude futures were above $89 a barrel. -Gold prices firmed on a weaker dollar last night even as US Treasury yields rose after economic data showed signs of persistent inflation, lowering hopes of the Federal Reserve cutting interest rates anytime soon. - Today, voting across 89 assembly constituencies will take place in the second phase of the Lok Sabha Elections 2024, where voters across 13 states will cast their ballots. -Earnings reactions will also continue with stocks like Tech Mahindra, IndusInd Bank, Bajaj Finance, L&T Technology services among others reacting to their quarterly numbers. -Earnings today: HCLTech, Maruti Suzuki, Mahindra Holidays, Bank of Maharashtra, SBI Life, CSB Bank, Motilal Oswal -Stocks to track: Zensar Technologies, Cyient, Tata Motors, Tata Steel, Vodafone Idea Tune in to Marketbuzz Podcast for more cues

After having spent around forty years in the automobile sector and taking an active role in much of Martui-Suzuki's decisions, R C Bhargava, who is currently the Chairman, talks about the journey of four decades in building the company and how they plan to continue the growth. Disclaimer The information provided by the speaker and anchor are for general purposes only. ITMN.tv and the anchor are not responsible for the views expressed nor make any representation or warranty of any kind, expressed or implied, regarding the information provided.  

The new Urban Cruiser Taisor is Toyota's version of the Maruti Suzuki Fronx. The Invicto is Maruti's version of the Toyota Innova Hycross. The Terrano was Nissan's version of the Renault Duster. The list of badge engineered products is long. But why do carmakers share models? That's the top of discussion on this week's Deep Drive podcast. Hormazd Sorabjee and Sergius Barretto weigh in.

Welcome to Top of the Morning by Mint, your weekday newscast that brings you five major stories from the world of business. It's Thursday, March 27, 2024. My name is Nelson John. Let's get started:Markets enjoyed an uptick on Wednesday. Benchmark index Nifty increased by around half a percentage point, while Sensex was up by 0.73 percent by the time markets closed. India is short on directors. Not the ones that make movies — plenty of those around — but those that run companies. According to the Companies Act, every board must have a certain number of directors, depending on the size of the company. These directors should ideally be independent and impartial, and take decisions that benefit the company's future, and in turn, its shareholders. But as Mint's corporate governance writer Varun Sood reports, these directors might be shaky. Over 25 such appointed directors have called it quits before they could join boards since 2021. These directors have time and again cited personal reasons for their sudden decision to quit. As Varun writes, these often take place at companies which are undergoing a governance crisis, like Zee Entertainment, Dish TV, and other firms like Alkem Laboratories and Union Bank of India. Varun spoke to directors, investors, and governance experts to find out why this curious trend is gathering steam in India Inc.Alternative investment funds, or AIFs, are going through a rough time right now. The markets and banking regulators came down heavily on these financial instruments, issuing notices that limited their scope of investments. Private and public banks have a fair bit of exposure to AIFs, so the Reserve Bank of India wanted to protect depositors against risky or fraudulent borrowing. But after Sebi floated a consulting paper, RBI might be willing to change its course: it is exempting banks and NBFCs from liquidating or provisioning the money it had in AIFs. Provisioning is the process of setting aside an equal amount of money to protect investors and depositors. The regulators came down hard on AIFs in December after it came to light that AIFs had borrowed from the very same banks who had invested in them, leading to a potential conflict of interest. If you're a startup, it's a hard time to raise money these days. Despite that, automobile platform CarDekho is working towards a new round of funding, reports startups and new economy reporter Sneha Shah. The company is in talks to raise anywhere between a 100 to 150 million dollars that will provide exits to existing investors. The company will now be valued at 1.3 billion dollars after this round, and claims it is  on its way to an IPO in the next two years. CarDekho had a revenue of more than 2,300 crore rupees in FY23, which was a 46 percent jump from the previous financial year.Maruti Suzuki had high hopes from Jimny, a model it launched last year catered towards a market that likes off-road driving. That capability should come in handy now, as the Jimny has to overcome a steep climb from the depths of car sales hell. Only about 500 units of the Jimny have been sold in January and February. Compare that to its direct rival, the Mahindra Thar — 6,000 Thars were sold in February alone. Mint's resident auto expert Sumant Banerji takes a deep dive into the misfortune of Maruti's off-roading ambitions that hit a rough patch — it's a rut the company can't seem to get out of.Who watches the watchmen? The Indian government has decided: a fact-checking unit. It wanted to constitute such a team to flag misinformation about the government — this body would have directive powers too. Press freedom advocates and activists filed an appeal against the constitution of such a body, and the Supreme Court paid heed. The SC has now stayed the creation of this unit. Mint's special correspondent Shouvik Das explains the ramifications of the government's original plan, SC's order, and how artificial intelligence plays a crucial role in the entire saga.We'd love to hear your feedback on this podcast. Let us know by writing to us at feedback@livemint.com. You may send us feedback, tips or anything that you feel we should be covering from your vantage point in the world of business and finance. 

At a time when rivals are betting entirely on EVs, Maruti Suzuki has chalked out plans to go big with hybrids. Hormazd Sorabjee and Sergius Barretto discuss the rationale and the story behind the news.

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty 50, are likely to open in the red in the trading session of January 31, a day ahead of the Budget 2024 speech by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. Overnight cues are quite mixed. The US market ended mixed with the NASDAQ bearing the brunt of selling pressure in Alphabet and Microsoft following earnings. Asian shares fell broadly in morning trade as Chinese markets wobbled after an official factory survey showed China's manufacturing activity in January contracted for a fourth straight month. Meanwhile, GIFT Nifty indicated a start in the red for the domestic market. The index was trading 0.20% lower at 21,627 at 8:38 am, lower than Nifty 50's close of 21,522.10 in the previous session. Key stocks to track: Maruti Suzuki, L&T, Dr Reddy's, Ambuja Cement, Shree Cement, Sun Pharma and more Tune in to Marketbuzz Podcast for more cues

20 years ago, the Congress Party took a drubbing in 3 state elections. The ‘India Shining' slogan of the NDA government had taken everyone by storm. Buoyed by their momentum, the ruling party decided to prepone General Elections by eight months. Yet in May 2004, the ultimate story was one of an absolute surprise. The Congress won the elections. In this episode, Carl Jaison speaks to Jayshree M Sundar, author of the book – ‘Don't Forget 2004' & who headed the agency that executed the marketing and advertising campaigns which dovetailed into the political strategy for the Congress party, bringing it back to power after a 9 year hiatus. In a very illustrious career, Jayshree Sundar has worked with clients like Cadbury, Maruti Suzuki, Gillette, Parker, Xerox among many others. During the period when she oversaw the agency pitch that won the rights to execute the advertising campaign of the Congress party, Jayshree was President (North region) of Leo Burnett. Currently, she teaches marketing courses at business schools all over India. Do check out Takshashila's public policy courses: https://school.takshashila.org.in/courses We are @‌IVMPodcasts on Facebook, Twitter, & Instagram. https://twitter.com/IVMPodcasts https://www.instagram.com/ivmpodcasts/?hl=en https://www.facebook.com/ivmpodcasts/ You can check out our website at https://shows.ivmpodcasts.com/featured Follow the show across platforms: Spotify, Google Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, JioSaavn, Gaana, Amazon Music Do share the word with your folks!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode we are celebrating the career to date of Gurpreet Singh. Gurpreet is the Founder at 3rd Eye Consulting in Dubai in the U.A.E.Born in India, he started his career in consumer electronics with LG before spending ten years in the Indian automotive market, first with Maruti Suzuki and then BMW. He seized an international opportunity to join Jaguar Land Rover in the UAE where he spent a further 7 and a half years until he left to start 3rd Eye.3rd Eye aims to be the MENA region's Agency of choice when it comes to Data Analytics, Business Intelligence, Media and CRO Services. They uncover insights that help clients take the meaningful decisions that matter most for their businesses. Their Tech partnerships with industry leading OEMs put them in the driving seat to bring cutting edge solutions and solve problems with the utmost efficiency. All this is done by a highly skilled, experienced and accomplished team who are on a mission to help their clients unlock the tremendous growth opportunities hidden beneath reams of data.I had the pleasure to first meet Gurpreet when I was in India around 10 years ago and we have kept in touch. I am grateful to him for sharing his life and career journey with me and look forward to hearing what resonates with you.Connect with Gurpreet on LinkedIn: Gurpreet Singh Email: gurpreet@3rdeye.aeWebsite: 3rd Eye Consulting Thank you to our sponsors: ASKE Consulting Email: hello@askeconsulting.co.ukAquilaeEmail: cvm@aquilae.co.ukEpisode Directory on Instagram @careerviewmirror If you enjoy listening to our guests career stories, please follow CAREER-VIEW MIRROR in your podcast app. Episode recorded on 23 November 2023.

In this episode of Market Minutes, Zoya Springwala talks about the key factors to watch out for today, from the impact of the state elections on the markets, Warburg Pincus' stake sale in CAMS, Maruti Suzuki production numbers to the global market set up. Also, catch Morgan Stanley's Ridham Desai on the Voice of the Day segment. Market Minutes is a morning podcast that puts the spotlight on hot stocks, key data points, and developing trends.

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty 50, are likely to start the trading session of November 28 in the green, after Asian stocks edged higher in morning trade. In the previous session, the domestic market ended flat with the Nifty 50 closing below 19,800. All markets have been consolidating for the past few sessions. There has been an absence of major events, moreover, an extended weekend likely kept the range bound momentum. This week, the market might pick up with the GDP data from both the US and India due later this week. In the overnight session, US' Wall Street witnessed a quiet close. Asian stocks edged higher in morning trade while the dollar was at its lowest in three months as investors remained convinced the Federal Reserve was done with its rate-hike cycle and looked ahead to a crucial inflation report later this week. The market will continue to watch out for crude prices that saw some correction with the commodity trading between $79 to $80 per barrel, ahead of the OPEC meeting. The GIFT Nifty indicated a bit of a quiet start with a positive bias. Meanwhile, the Finance Ministry and Reserve Bank of India (RBI) officials are set to meet banks, and payment aggregators later in the day over cyber frauds, sources earlier told CNBC-TV18. The meeting will be chaired by the DFS Secretary. Stocks to watch: Maruti Suzuki, Paytm, Eicher Motors, HDFC Bank, Fortis Healthcare, Raymond, PB Fintech among others Tune in to the Marketbuzz Podcast for more cues

In today's episode for 4th November 2023, we tell you about how Maruti Suzuki is going through a déjà vu moment. Talk to Ditto - https://bit.ly/45uvyDL

Indian benchmark indices — Sensex and Nifty 50 — are likely to open higher on November 2, tracking a rise in global stocks after the U.S. Federal Reserve kept rates unchanged and Chair Jerome Powell hedged on the possible end of the rate hiking cycle. India's GIFT Nifty was up 0.86% at 19,214.50 as of 8:12 a.m. IST, over 200 points above the Nifty 50's Wednesday close of 18,989.15. Wall Street equities rallied overnight, with S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite adding more than 1% and 1.5%, respectively. Asian markets advanced, with the MSCI Asia ex-Japan index gaining 1.5%. Stocks to watch: Maruti Suzuki, GAIL, Bharat Petroleum Corp, Godrej Consumer Products, Tata Motors Tune in to the Marketbuzz Podcast for more

In this episode of Market Minutes, Sucheta Anchaliya talks about all the important factors to watch today developments: Maruti Suzuki, Infosys and HCL Tech Q2 numbers to global market setup. Also catch Sarvjeet Virk, Co-founder and MD, Finvasia in the Voice of the Day segment. Market Minutes is a morning podcast that puts the spotlight on hot stocks, keys data points and developing trends

In this episode of Market Minutes, Shailaja Mohapatra talks about how strong job openings data caused selloff in US markets, how Indian markets are poised for the day and why HDFC Bank, Maruti Suzuki and Adani Enterprises should be on your radar today. Catch Devang Jhaveri of Dravyaniti LLP on Voice of the day segment. Market Minutes is a morning podcast that puts the spotlight on hot stocks, keys data points and developing trends.

In this episode of Market Minutes, Shailaja Mohapatra talks about Maruti Suzuki's Q1 numbers, likely block deal in DLF, UPL's disappointing numbers and global setup for the day. Catch Shweta Daptardar of Elara Capital in Voice of the Day segment. Market Minutes is a morning podcast that puts the spotlight on hot stocks, keys data points and developing trends.

We are starting the week with positive cues as far as the global markets are concerned. Equity markets have continued to remain quite resilient despite all the worries. Cues from global markets were very strong on Friday, with Nasdaq up almost 2 percent. However, in the Indian markets, the joker in the pack continued to emain crude oil prices, which gained further traction. Both benchmark titles, WTI and brent crude futures, have now seen five straight weekly gains, which continues to put pressure as far as Indian markets are concerned. Last week, Indian markets witnessed profit booking from higher levels, especially financials and IT, who were among the laggards in the week gone by. Our broader markets continue to stay relative outperformers. On Friday, IT and financial stocks witness selling pressure, with Infosys, TCS were among the top laggards. Indian markets snapped their four-week gaining streak. Going forward, it will be important to see how exactly do foreign institutional investors (FIIs) position themselves in the Indian markets. FII flows continue to remain a key monitorable, given the fact that the Indan markets rally was aided by strong FII inflows. This week, we will see over 350 companies declaring their first quarter results. The key results today include Maruti Suzuki, Power Grid, UPL, GAIL. In IPOs too, the primary market activity is quite strong. We will see two mainstream IPOs — SBFC Finance looking to mop up over Rs 1,000 crore and Concord Biotech looking to raise almost Rs 1,600 crore. Three SME IPOs too are in the pipeline for the primary and secondary market activity. Markets will take direction from the first quarter earnings as well as fund flow activity for this week as well.

Amazon might have a new challenger in town. TikTok, the global social media disruptor, is now entering the e-commerce realm, directly targeting Amazon's dominance in the US market. In other news, Maruti Suzuki, known for affordable four-wheelers, just launched its most expensive car priced at Rs 25 lakh. But what does this mean? Tune in to The Signal Daily to know more! The Signal Daily is produced in association with IVM.The episode was written, researched and produced by Anup, Sneha and ManaswiniEdited by Dinesh NarayananProduced by ManaswiniMastered and mixed by Manas and Nirvaan You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcasts app on Android, iOS or any other podcast app. You can check out our website at https://ivmpodcasts.com/. Do follow IVM Podcasts on social media. We are @IVMPodcasts on Facebook, Twitter, & Instagram. Follow the show across platforms: Spotify, Google Podcasts, Apple Podcasts,  Amazon Prime Music.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Vegetable prices have increased considerably in several states. Tomatoes are selling at over 120 rupees a kg in Delhi and some other big cities. Supply disruption caused by rains in producing regions is one of the key reasons for this inflation in vegetables prices. And it comes when India's central bank, RBI, had just started to breathe easy on the inflation front. So, will this development complicate RBI's job? And, will it have any impact on its future rate actions?  Car prices too have shot up considerably in the last few years. But that has hardly cast any shadow over the sales. New models are hitting the roads almost every month. Maruti Suzuki recently unveiled its priciest car till date. A rebadged version of the Toyota Innova HyCross MPV, Maruti's Invicto will come in the range of 24 to 28 lakhs. This vehicle is a result of the collaboration between Maruti Suzuki and Toyota. So is Maruti becoming too dependent on Toyota?  Buoyed by the launch of Invicto, the shares of Maruti Suzuki India crossed Rs 10,000 milestone for the first time ever this week. Moving on, the mergers of HDFC twins and then the IDFC twins have put a spotlight on NBFC space, especially the banking segment. This has intensified competition in the financial sector of the country. Will the state-owned banks also come together to ward off the heat? And how should investors approach the pack?  After the markets, let us now turn our gaze to snow-capped mountains of Kashmir. Just about 15-km from Srinagar, in the town of Pampore, purple crocus flower fields will be a dazzling sight in a few months from now. Its yield, called Kashmiri saffron, is famous for its distinct aroma and quality. But why is Kashmir's saffron so special? And expensive too? Listen to this episode of the podcast for answers. 

In this episode of Market Minutes, Shailaja Mohapatra talks about Maruti Suzuki's Q4 performance, Rail Vikas Nigam's Navratna status and earnings expectations from Hindustan Unilever. (With inputs from Sucheta Anchaliya). Also, catch Amit Gupta of ICICI Securities in Voice of the Day segment. Market Minutes is a morning podcast that puts the spotlight on hot stocks, keys data points and developing trends *Correction: RVNL has received a Navratna status and not a Maharatna status as mentioned in the podcast twice

बातम्या सविस्तर ऐकण्यासाठी क्लिक करा....सकाळच्या पॉडकास्टला 1. South Korea मध्ये हॅलोवीन पार्टीदरम्यान मृत्यूचा तांडव; चेंगराचेंगरीत 151 मृत्यूमुखी2. Safran Project: राज्यातला आणखी एक प्रकल्प गेला; सॅफ्रन कंपनीचा प्रकल्प हैदराबादला3.  Pune : राज्यात पोलिस भरतीला स्थगिती4. प्रकल्पावरून राज्यात राजकीय खडाजंगी; अन् गुजरातमध्ये मात्र भूमिपूजनाचा आनंद5. Maruti Suzuki च्या 'या' 9925 गाड्यांमध्ये बिघाड; कंपनीने परत मागवली वाहने6. Hemangi Kavi: आमच्याविषयी शेजाऱ्यांना काय वाटतं.. हेमांगी कवीने सांगितला अनुभव..7. Wasim Akram : दिग्गज क्रिकेटर्सचा मोठा खुलासा; ड्रग्जनं उद्ध्वस्त केलं 'आयुष्य', नंतर पत्नीचा...8. आजची चर्चेतील बातमी -  Safran Project: प्रकल्प राज्याबाहेर जाण्यामागे अदृश्य शक्ती; सुळे म्हणाल्या...*स्क्रिप्ट अँड रिसर्च - युगंधर ताजणे

In this episode, Farheen Khan takes us through two interesting stories. For starters, we try to understand why is there a sudden surge in plagiarism lawsuits in the music industry. Ed Sheeran was recently involved in a legal battle over his song Shape Of You. In other news, supply chain disruptions are causing problems for India's auto industry. Tata Motors appears to be doing well, whereas Maruti Suzuki has recorded a drop in market share. Keep listening to learn more about these stories!

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