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In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we look at why India's biggest cities continue to dominate UPI transactions despite the payment system's nationwide reach. We also break down how electric two-wheeler makers Ola Electric and Ather Energy are shifting the conversation from market share to margins, cash flow and profitability. Plus, the government is working on a unified cyber response framework as AI accelerates the speed of cyberattacks. And finally, Indian IT stocks are making a comeback, with investors increasingly viewing AI as a growth opportunity rather than a disruption risk for software and IT services companies.

#stockmarket #finance #investing #marutisuzuki #tatamotors #mahindra #olaelectric #gstcollections #pmi #powerdemand #byd #anthropic #ipo #spacex #businessnewsCatch today's top market updates! Anthropic files for a massive US IPO while SpaceX's mega-IPO nears listing. BYD breaks its longest sales decline streak. In India, May GST collections grow 3.2% to ₹1.94 lakh crore, and Manufacturing PMI hits a 3-month high. Plus, record-breaking May auto sales from Maruti Suzuki, Tata Motors, Mahindra, and Ola Electric!https://shorturl.at/gM97lHow to Use Artificial Intelligence for Investing - Combo of 5 ebooks00:00 Start01:23 BYD Snaps Sales Decline03:03 Anthropic Files for U.S. IPO05:35 May GST Collections Rise07:16 Manufacturing PMI Strengthens09:44 Power Consumption Jumps11:03 Tata Motors PV numbers12:07 Maruti Suzuki Breaks Sales Record13:12 Mahindra Auto Sales13:51 Ola Electric Deliveries15:10 Lessons From “The Psychology of Money”

#stockmarket #finance #investing #usiran #crudeoil #rupee #olaelectric #reit #copper #ai #samsung #petrolprice #rbi #trade #businessnewsCatch today's market updates! US and Iran play down imminent deal hopes as Iran demands $12B in frozen assets. In India, the rupee recovers to 95.23/$, and OMC daily losses shrink to ₹600 crore after recent fuel price hikes. We also cover Hindalco's push to end copper imports, Ola Electric's sharp Q1 sales rebound, South Korea's AI wealth warning, and record Q4 distributions by Indian REITs.https://shorturl.at/gM97lHow to Use Artificial Intelligence for Investing - Combo of 5 ebooks00:00 Start01:19 US-Iran Peace Deal Delayed04:53 South Korea Flags AI Wealth Gap06:20 India-US Trade Deal Nears06:46 Indian Rupee Recovers Slightly07:32 Fuel Hikes Trim OMC Losses08:30 Government Accelerates Mine Auctions09:18 India to End Copper Imports10:17 Indian REITs Distribute ₹2,566 Cr10:57 Ola Electric Sees Q1 Rebound11:14 Hitachi Energy Results12:35 Knowledge Section

#stockmarket #finance #investing #rupee #olaelectric #apollohospitals #jubilant #meta #gdp #sebi #india #economy #crudeoil #q4earnings #businessnewsCatch the latest market updates! The Indian Rupee hits a record low of 96.96/$ amid global energy shocks, while the UN cuts India's 2026 GDP forecast to 6.4%. We also break down Q4 FY26 earnings for Ola Electric, Jubilant FoodWorks, and Apollo Hospitals. Plus, we cover SEBI's mutual fund salary proposal and Meta's AI-driven layoffs.https://shorturl.at/gM97lHow to Use Artificial Intelligence for Investing - Combo of 5 ebooks00:00 Oil prices fell02:49 SpaceX & OpenAI IPO03:34 Xi & Putin Oppose Iran War04:18 UK-Gulf States Trade Deal05:02 EU-US Trade Pact Advances05:37 UAE Hormuz Bypass Pipeline06:24 Meta Lays Off Thousands07:04 India & Italy Boost Trade08:10 SEBI's Mutual Fund Salary Proposal09:35 Peak Power Demand Hits 265 GW11:11 Rupee Hits Record Low12:07 UN Cuts India's GDP Forecast12:19 April Core Sector Growth at 1.7pc14:14 Ola Electric Q4 FY26 Results15:35 Jubilant FoodWorks Q4 FY26 Results16:33 Apollo Hospitals Q4 FY26 Results17:22 Knowledge Section

In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we unpack why salary hikes in India's IT sector are no longer translating into higher take-home pay as companies redesign compensation structures under the new labour code. We also break down the latest earnings from Lenskart and Ola Electric, where profitability and growth are moving in very different directions. Plus, Google I/O 2026 puts AI agents at the centre of its future product strategy with major Gemini announcements. And finally, India's Parliamentary Standing Committee on Finance meets Binance, WazirX and ZebPay to discuss crypto regulation, taxation and the future of virtual digital assets in the country.

In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, Walmart asks Flipkart to prioritise profitability before its IPO plans move ahead. Rapido raises $240 million, led by Prosus as mobility competition intensifies. AI companies fuel demand for a new category of enterprise engineers, and Ola Electric approves a Rs 2,000 crore infusion into its EV and battery subsidiaries. 

In today's episode on 13th April 2026, we talk about Ola Electric's stock price surge and the factors behind what looks like a comeback.Book a FREE call with Ditto

While the macro news was red, the EV sector had a silver lining. Sanket Bendre breaks down Ola Electric's move to in-house LFP battery cells and its massive 6 GWh expansion plan. We also look at the surge in trading volumes—running at 2X the average—and why IT stocks are under pressure ahead of the TCS scorecard. If you are an investor in tech or green energy, this update is critical for your portfolio.

While the macro news was red, the EV sector had a silver lining. Sanket Bendre breaks down Ola Electric's move to in-house LFP battery cells and its massive 6 GWh expansion plan. We also look at the surge in trading volumes—running at 2X the average—and why IT stocks are under pressure ahead of the TCS scorecard. If you are an investor in tech or green energy, this update is critical for your portfolio.

While the macro news was red, the EV sector had a silver lining. Sanket Bendre breaks down Ola Electric's move to in-house LFP battery cells and its massive 6 GWh expansion plan. We also look at the surge in trading volumes—running at 2X the average—and why IT stocks are under pressure ahead of the TCS scorecard. If you are an investor in tech or green energy, this update is critical for your portfolio.

Stay updated with the Daily Stock Market News – 17 March 2026. In this video, we cover the most important developments affecting the economy and stock market.Oil prices fall amid tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, while India's urban unemployment rate drops to 6.6%, showing improvement in the job market. India's trade deficit also narrows in February, giving a positive signal for the economy.However, wholesale inflation has reached an 11-month high, which could impact market sentiment. On the corporate side, Ola Electric plans to raise ₹2,000 crore, Tejas Networks receives a major 4G expansion order, and Power Mech secures a ₹710 crore contract.We also discuss the fall in IDBI Bank shares due to uncertainty around stake sale developments. Watch till the end for an interesting “Believe it or Not” market fact.If you want quick and clear stock market updates every day, this video is for you.#stockmarketnews #sharemarketnews #indianstockmarket #stockmarkettoday #marketupdates #nifty50 #sensex #economynews #oilprices #inflation #olaelectric #idbibank #tejasnetworks #powermech #stockmarketindia 00:00 Start00:14 Oil Prices Fall Amid Hormuz Tensions02:54 Urban Unemployment Drops to 6.6%04:59 India Trade Deficit Narrows in February07:02 Wholesale Inflation Hits 11-Month High08:45 Ola Electric Plans ₹2,000 Cr Fundraise11:01 Tejas Networks Gets 4G Expansion Order12:43 IDBI Bank Falls After Stake Sale Uncertainty14:34 Power Mech Wins ₹710 Cr Contract15:34 Believe it or not!

In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, PhonePe pauses its planned $1.3 billion IPO as global market volatility linked to the West Asia conflict dampens investor appetite. We also look at how many startups that listed in 2025 are now trading below their IPO price. Ola Electric is planning to raise up to Rs 2,000 crore by selling a minority stake in its battery arm, Ola Cell Technologies. And Temasek and ChrysCapital have been shortlisted in EQT's stake sale process for healthcare tech firm CitiusTech.

Dive into today's essential stock market updates! US inflation cools to a near 5-year low, Anthropic's valuation surpasses Indian IT giants, and key Q3 results from Ola Electric, Infoedge, Siemens Energy, and more. Plus, India-UK FTA progress, RBI funding curbs, and India's solar boom. Stay ahead with our knowledge section!#stockmarketnews #dailymarketupdate #usinflation #olaelectric #q3results #rbi #indiaukfta #solarenergyindia #nse #bse #investingindia #financialnews #marketanalysis #nifty #sensex 00:00 Start00:50 US Market01:29 US Inflation Near 5-Year Low03:21 Anthropic Valuation Beats Indian IT04:42 Q3 Results Summary07:21 India-UK Free Trade Pact07:58 RBI Tightens Broker Funding08:43 India's Solar Growth12:23 Ola Electric Q3 Results13:47 Infoedge Q3 Results15:42 Siemens Energy Q3 Results16:50 Torrent Pharma Q3 Results17:30 Nykaa–Kiehl's Partnership17:48 Vedanta Challenges Adani Plan18:33 Knowledge Section

In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we break down the government's plan to roll out IndiaAI Mission 2.0 and why policymakers want the country to focus on practical, sector-specific AI models. We also look at Meesho's first quarterly results after listing, including a sharp jump in losses, track Zupee's latest round of layoffs following the real-money gaming ban, and wrap up with Ola Electric's decision to cut 5% of its workforce as part of a restructuring exercise

#stockmarket #finance #businessnews #indiagst #autosales #tobaccotax #BYD #SWF #power #householddebt #stockmarketindia #investment #EV #merger #marketupdate Catch up on the latest market movers! BYD struggles, SWFs heavily back the US, India's GST rises, auto sales hit records, and tobacco stocks react to major tax hikes. Plus, key updates on Sapphire-Devyani merger and Ola Electric's rebound. Learn more about AI in investing here: https://shorturl.at/gM97l How to Use Artificial Intelligence for Investing - Combo of 5 ebooks00:00 Start01:19 SWFs Pour $132 Billion into US Markets04:05 BYD Posts Weakest Sales Growth in Five Years04:55 India's GST Collections Rise 6% in December06:16 Cigarettes, Pan Masala to Get Costlier From Feb 107:31 Power Consumption Rises 7% in December08:18 RBI Flags High Insurance Commissions as Risk09:36 Sapphire Foods-Devyani International Merger Announced11:14 Vodafone Idea gains 10pc11:59 Auto Index Hits New High on Strong December Sales14:04 IndiGo Gets ₹458 Crore GST Penalty Order14:18 Ola Electric Posts 9,020 Registrations in December14:58 ITC Shares Tank After Tax Hike and Block Deal15:35 Knowledge Section

#DailyStockMarketNews #stockmarketnewstoday #indianstockmarket #usfed #indiaexports #ZeptoIPO #olaelectricsharenews #reits #marketnewsindia #investing #financenews #stockmarketupdates Welcome to Daily Stock Market News (26 Dec).In today's update, we break down how strong US GDP data is delaying Fed rate cut expectations and what it means for global markets. India may miss its $1 trillion export target in FY26 as global demand slows. IndiGo reacts to new airline approvals, Bharti Enterprises and Warburg Pincus acquire a stake in Haier India, Zepto prepares for IPO, Embassy REIT raises capital, Ola Electric receives a major PLI incentive, and NHAI gets Sebi approval for a Public InvIT.

In today's episode on 22nd December 2025, we take a look at why Bhavish Aggarwal has been continuously selling his stake in Ola Electric, and why that may or may not be cause for concern.

Auto stocks cooled off after a strong run, pulling the market into a range even as the index stayed flat. Global trade uncertainty lingered, but support came from a stronger rupee and tentative FII inflows.In the background, a landmark policy reform in nuclear energy set the stage for a new structural theme, while Ola Electric continued to struggle near record lows.Sanket Bendre connects today's mixed signals to the opportunities and risks ahead.

Auto stocks cooled off after a strong run, pulling the market into a range even as the index stayed flat. Global trade uncertainty lingered, but support came from a stronger rupee and tentative FII inflows.In the background, a landmark policy reform in nuclear energy set the stage for a new structural theme, while Ola Electric continued to struggle near record lows.Sanket Bendre connects today's mixed signals to the opportunities and risks ahead.

Auto stocks cooled off after a strong run, pulling the market into a range even as the index stayed flat. Global trade uncertainty lingered, but support came from a stronger rupee and tentative FII inflows.In the background, a landmark policy reform in nuclear energy set the stage for a new structural theme, while Ola Electric continued to struggle near record lows.Sanket Bendre connects today's mixed signals to the opportunities and risks ahead.

In today's Daily Stock Market News (Dec 17, 2025), we break down the key global and Indian market developments shaping investor sentiment.

The Indian government is losing patience with consumer-tech platforms using dark patterns or manipulative design tricks.In late May 2024, Consumer Affairs Minister, Pralhad Joshi, gathered the country's biggest internet companies, Amazon, Google, Zomato, Ola Electric, etc to give them an ultimatum: clean up your user interfaces by September 5 or face the consequences.From hidden fees on Amazon to guilt-inducing pop-ups on Indigo, these tactics push users into spending more money, sharing more data, or giving up more control, often without realising it. And they're deeply baked into how these companies grow, making them hard to remove without hurting the bottom line.Tune in.**This episode was first published on 11 August, 2025Daybreak 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.

In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we break down a packed day in tech and startups, from Apax Partners entering exclusivity to buy a major stake in iD Fresh Food, to Meesho's IPO millionaires. We also dive deeper into the sudden funding rush for baby-care and rapid-delivery startups, India's massive AI data-centre buildout, and a major shuffle in November's EV two-wheeler rankings as Vida displaces Ola Electric.

In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, Groww steals the spotlight with a blockbuster market debut, as shares jump 31% on listing day. Capillary trims its IPO size amid improving cash flows. India's tech industry pushes back against MeitY's draft deepfake rules, warning of overbroad definitions. The EV rivalry heats up with Ather outperforming Ola Electric on key metrics, and Figma opens its first India office in Bengaluru, joining global tech majors expanding their footprint here.

Welcome to Top of the Morning, I'm Nelson John. From Beijing to Bengaluru: Four stories about what happens when the rules suddenly change. China eases rare earth export restrictions after Trump-Xi meeting Ather Energy overtakes Ola Electric despite being the smaller player Vodafone Idea fights for survival with ₹2 trillion debt Cognizant introduces mouse-tracking surveillance for employees Different industries, different challenges, same lesson: adaptation under pressure is everything. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, Groww's IPO sees strong retail frenzy while PhysicsWallah sets its price band ahead of its Rs 3,480-crore issue. We decode how two 23-year-olds from Bengaluru built a voice AI model that outperformed Google's. Plus, Freshworks' Q3 revenue rises 15 percent, Ola Electric narrows losses but sees weaker sales, and CaratLane founder Mithun Sacheti weighs in on Lenskart's IPO valuation. Also, Shiv Nadar tops the 2025 EdelGive–Hurun Philanthropy List.

Ola's ride-hailing business is losing speed. Its market share has dropped from 45% in 2018 to around a quarter today and investors are running out of patience. Some even explored a merger with Rapido in late 2024 but the talks collapsed. Bhavish Aggarwal's focus on Ola Electric and his reluctance to sell have kept the cab business in limbo. Leadership churn, shrinking cash reserves, and a collapsing valuation have added to the strain. So why can't investors leave and why is Aggarwal refusing to let go?Tune in.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.

In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we bring you the top startup and tech updates. Infosys posts strong Q2 numbers while Wipro's growth remains steady. Zomato-parent Eternal sees revenue surge but profit dips, with Blinkit driving rapid expansion. Ola Electric launches Ola Shakti, entering the battery energy storage market as part of its diversification strategy. And in the funding space, our scoops got confirmed: Zepto closed a massive $450 million round, while Kuku raised $85 million to double down on AI content.

In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we break down why Zomato's parent, Eternal, is becoming a mutual fund favourite, Swiggy's fresh bet on students with its new budget app Toing, and Groww's plan to list at a $9 billion valuation. We also track the seed-funding frenzy among Indian AI startups, Ola Electric's Rs 400-crore PLI claim for FY25, and how esports is drawing brands like Tesla, Red Bull, and Bisleri after regulatory clarity reshaped the gaming landscape.

In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we unpack the GST Council's big reforms that Amazon and Flipkart are hailing just ahead of festive sales, with analysts predicting a sharp boost in consumer spending. We then track the Centre's move to the Supreme Court on challenges to India's new online gaming law. Next, we spotlight how Global Capability Centres are rapidly reskilling employees into AI engineers. And finally, SoftBank pares down its stake in Ola Electric post-IPO.

In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we start with a big update. The Online Gaming Bill 2025 has received the President's assent and Union IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw explains why India banned real money gaming. We also cover how D2C brands are battling the festive quick commerce rush, Ola Electric's shareholder approval to reallocate IPO proceeds, and OpenAI's move to set up its first India office in New Delhi.

In today's episode of Tech3 by Moneycontrol, Apple doubles down on India with a massive office lease and a new retail store in Bengaluru. Ola Electric's Bhavish Aggarwal says the company's mojo is returning with homegrown cells and ferrite motors. Swiggy splits its finance function between food delivery and Instamart. Nasscom raises red flags on RBI's draft forex compliance rules. And, Agentic AI is helping India's GCCs cut pilot timelines from months to just 90 days.

Catch exclusive interviews with Larsen & Toubro chairman S N Subrahmanyan, Ola Electric founder Bhavish Aggarwal and Maruti Suzuki chairman R C Bhargava as the executives speak on a range of issues from private capex revival  to GST reforms. We also have a 360 degree analysis of the GST overhaul if it were to be implemented - the benefits and challenges as well as a roundup of expert views on the topic. Listen to this episode of Moneycontrol Editor's Picks for the latest in business, finance, policy and the political economy. 

The Indian government is losing patience with consumer-tech platforms using dark patterns or manipulative design tricks.In late May 2024, Consumer Affairs Minister, Pralhad Joshi, gathered the country's biggest internet companies, Amazon, Google, Zomato, Ola Electric, etc to give them an ultimatum: clean up your user interfaces by September 5 or face the consequences.From hidden fees on Amazon to guilt-inducing pop-ups on Indigo, these tactics push users into spending more money, sharing more data, or giving up more control, often without realising it. And they're deeply baked into how these companies grow, making them hard to remove without hurting the bottom line.Tune in.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.

On June 23, Ola Electric's stock crashed to an all-time low of ₹43. This week, the stock staged a brief rebound, jumping nearly 20% in a single session. But at ₹47, it's still trading far below its IPO price of ₹76 and more than 70% off its post-listing peak.On an earnings call, founder Bhavish Aggarwal insisted the company was on track. With rising margins and tighter cost control, he said, Ola would hit EBITDA break-even at 25,000 units a month.But a closer look at Ola's financials tells a very different story.For FY25:— Revenue dropped nearly 10%— Losses ballooned over 40%, to ₹2,300 crore— And cash flow from operations? Deeply negative at ₹2,391 crore—nearly 4x worse than the year beforeIn today's episode, we unpack the growing gap between narrative and numbers at Ola Electric and ask: can Bhavish really steer this ship to safety?Tune in. Check out The Ken's new careers podcast, 90,000 hours: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5HEi59iUPRMMFfUvxeio47Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/90-000-hours/id1826777519Attend The Ken's next event. Details here. 

In today's episode of Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we break down Ola Electric's Q1 earnings and its strategic shift from hypergrowth to profitability. We also look at why Bengaluru shopkeepers are pulling down UPI QR codes amid a GST crackdown, what the Indian government's new AI Bill of Materials means for developers, and why TCS CEO is optimistic despite a slow start to FY26.

Electric two-wheeler maker, Ather Energy, listed on the bourses on earlier in May, but its IPO was subscribed just 1.4X—a modest showing for a company once seen as a premium EV pioneer. The lukewarm response reflected investor fatigue, sparked by Ola Electric's volatile stock performance, the Blusmart funding controversy, and global supply chain headwinds. Despite a strong product portfolio and a reputation for in-house innovation, Ather faces an increasingly crowded market and mounting pressure to scale.IPO proceeds will fund a new manufacturing plant in Maharashtra, expanded R&D, and marketing—moves aimed at boosting capacity and competitiveness.Yet, with subsidies shrinking and profitability still out of reach, Ather's long-term success hinges on its ability to grow sustainably, reduce costs, and prove it's more than just another EV startup riding a fading wave.Tune in.P.S The Ken's podcast team is hiring! Here's what we're looking for.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.Listen to the latest episode of Two by Two here

In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we break down how Blinkit, Zepto, and Swiggy Instamart are dominating India's quick commerce race with over 4 million daily orders. Swiggy shuts down its Genie service, while TCS slashes variable pay and delays hikes for senior staff. In the EV world, TVS edges past Ola in April sales. Plus, YouTube tests a two-person Premium plan in India.

Ather Electric once pioneered the electric two wheeler segment. But now it has fallen behind its competition like Ola Electric and TVS Motor in terms of market share. To make matters worse, its recent IPO saw a lukewarm response from investors. One thing is clear -- up until now, Ather's focus has been on building superior products, loaded with features and a smooth user experience. But to take things to the next level, Ather will have to build a more compelling narrative. How did it get here? What's next for the EV maker? Tune in. Daybreak is looking for a talented audio journalist with at least two years of experience. Check out the role 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.

From the BBC World Service: Shares of Ola Electric hit a record low following allegations that the company has defaulted on payments. Meanwhile, China’s BYD says it’s unveiling ultra-fast EV chargers, and Audi is cutting 8% of its global workforce. Plus, Germany's parliament is voting on whether to rewrite its debt rules. And later, a Peruvian farmer is taking a German energy giant to court.

From the BBC World Service: Shares of Ola Electric hit a record low following allegations that the company has defaulted on payments. Meanwhile, China’s BYD says it’s unveiling ultra-fast EV chargers, and Audi is cutting 8% of its global workforce. Plus, Germany's parliament is voting on whether to rewrite its debt rules. And later, a Peruvian farmer is taking a German energy giant to court.

Darwinbox bags $140 million as AI-powered SaaS startups continue to rake in big cheques. Ola Electric secures a Rs 73.7 crore incentive under India's PLI scheme, setting the stage for fierce EV competition. And in a cyber-thriller twist, India's tax officials might soon scan your WhatsApp chats for undisclosed crypto holdings. Plus, IT firms are cutting bench time while VCs ramp up AI investments. Tune in to Tech3 podcast from Moneycontrol's newsroom for all the top startup and tech updates!

In today's episode of Tech3 Podcast by Moneycontrol, we break down Ola Electric's massive restructuring and its impact on employees. We also dive into why India's startup founders are owning less of their companies than ever before. Plus, the latest on India's data protection laws and a Supreme Court ruling that gives YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia the green light to continue his podcast. Tune in for all the top tech and startup headlines, Monday to Friday, only on Moneycontrol!

Last week, Ola Electric's shares saw a three-day slump after the Central Consumer Protection Authority asked the company for more documents for its investigation against it post receiving thousands of consumer complaints. But shares going up and down is regular stuff right? Not for Ola Electric. The company went public in August 2024 at a debut price of Rs 76 becoming the only startup that went public at a lower price. In his newsletter The Nutgraf, my colleague Praveen said it was a bold decision which paid off for Ola Electric. You see, when startups go for an IPO, it becomes clear that most of the value has already been extracted when it was private, leaving little for public investors. If it were shown to you as a graph, you'd see a sharp fall in growth post going public. That is the usual trend.But Ola Electric dodged it thanks to its lower debut price. This is exactly what makes its falling share prices a matter of concern. And somewhere in the middle of all this is CEO Bhavish Aggarwal's public perception. Tune in. Daybreak is now on WhatsApp at +918971108379. Text us and tell us what you thought of the episode!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.

Welcome to the year-end special edition of Two by Two.We've released 22 episodes of Two by Two since our inaugural edition in July. We've covered an incredible breadth of counterintuitive topics framed as, well, two by twos. Would Flipkart become Phonepe before Phonepe became Flipkart? Did Delhi prick Bengaluru's bubble? Is the golden era of the software engineer over? Why is health insurance broken? How will Ola and Uber avoid ‘death by a thousand cuts'? Why is Zepto behaving like a gold medallist? Can venture capitalists do no wrong? Dmart versus the challengers at the gates. AI and the impending disruption of Indian SaaS. We've had incredible fun exploring these ideas with a bunch of really sharp, experienced and opinionated guests. Finding guests who don't hesitate to speak their minds and state unpopular truths has been one of the hardest things. Far, far tougher than finding interesting topics. We owe all our guests a huge thanks for trusting us. Far too many professionals and leaders prefer to stick to rehearsed and predictable talking points in public these days.We'd started Two by Two with the ambition to operate at the intersection of curiosity and synthesis. Each week, we said we'd spot the hidden connections and unasked questions. We'd identify the cast of players and their motivations. We'd bring in incredible people to discuss these with. We'd try to answer simple yet fundamental questions like, what is going on, why is it happening, who gains and who loses, and where is all of this leading to?By always asking questions. Always connecting the dots. Always being unfiltered and uninhibited.We wanted Two by Two to be ‘your personal investigative brain'. In 2025 we hope to make Two by Two even more interesting and unpredictable. Yes, at its core it will still be a weekly podcast. But I'm excited at the possibility of doing so much more by involving our subscribers, listeners and readers in these endeavours. We want to make Two by Two ‘our collective investigative brain'. And hosts Rohin Dharmakumar and Praveen Gopal Krishnan will continue to do so with a new episode every Thursday.To listen to all episodes of Two by Two, consider subscribing to The Ken's Premium plan, which in addition to the podcast, will also get you access to our long-form stories, Premium newsletters and visual stories.If you just want access to Two by Two, you can do that as well on Apple Podcasts with a paid subscription.Two by Two is also a free weekly newsletter published every Friday. You can sign up for it here. Listen to all Two by Two episodes here:1. Will Flipkart become Phonepe before Phonepe becomes Flipkart? - https://the-ken.com/podcasts/two-by-two/will-flipkart-become-phonepe-before-phonepe-becomes-flipkart/2. Why has all the excitement and disruption gone out of startups? - https://the-ken.com/podcasts/two-by-two/why-has-all-the-excitement-and-disruption-gone-out-of-startups/3. Is Zepto a gold medallist or a bronze medallist? - https://the-ken.com/podcasts/two-by-two/is-zepto-a-gold-medalist-or-a-bronze-medalist/4. Delhi pricked the Bengaluru bubble - https://the-ken.com/podcasts/two-by-two/delhi-pricked-the-bangalore-bubble/5. Swiggy needs to reclaim its past glory - https://the-ken.com/podcasts/two-by-two/swiggy-needs-to-reclaim-its-past-glory/6. Is the golden era of the (software) engineer over? - https://the-ken.com/podcasts/two-by-two/is-the-golden-era-of-the-software-engineer-over/7. Google Pay: Big. Successful. Vulnerable - https://the-ken.com/podcasts/two-by-two/google-pay-big-successful-vulnerable/8. Private coaching is eating away at schooling - https://the-ken.com/podcasts/two-by-two/private-coaching-is-eating-away-at-schooling/9. Why Stripe could not become the Stripe of India? - https://the-ken.com/podcasts/two-by-two/why-couldnt-stripe-become-the-stripe-of-india/10. Health insurance in India is ripe for disruption - https://the-ken.com/podcasts/two-by-two/health-insurance-is-ripe-for-disruption/11. Netflix and its last growth market - https://the-ken.com/podcasts/two-by-two/netflixs-last-growth-market/12. Ather Energy was a pioneer. Can it also be a leader? - https://the-ken.com/podcasts/two-by-two/ather-energy-was-a-pioneer-can-it-also-be-a-leader/13. Do we even need Product Managers? - https://the-ken.com/podcasts/two-by-two/do-we-even-need-product-managers/14. How will Ola and Uber avoid ‘death by a thousand cuts'? - https://the-ken.com/podcasts/two-by-two/how-will-ola-and-uber-avoid-death-by-a-thousand-cuts/15. The relentless rise of the government as a competitor - https://the-ken.com/podcasts/two-by-two/the-relentless-rise-of-the-government-as-a-competitor/16. What does the future hold for Ola Electric? - https://the-ken.com/podcasts/two-by-two/what-does-ola-electrics-future-hold/17. Can venture capitalists do no wrong? - https://the-ken.com/podcasts/two-by-two/can-venture-capitalists-do-no-wrong/18. Dmart versus the challengers at the gate - https://the-ken.com/podcasts/two-by-two/dmart-versus-the-challengers-at-the-gate/19. Marketing is eating itself from the inside - https://the-ken.com/podcasts/two-by-two/marketing-is-eating-i...

Artificial intelligence will affect all facets of modern-day business in some way or another. But it will most definitely go a few layers deeper with the type of companies whose job is to be a record of business' today – SaaS companies.SaaS as a business model is investment-heavy in the beginning. It's risky to build, it takes time to build, and it takes skill to build. But if successful, it is a cash cow. Think of the biggest SaaS companies – Salesforce, Microsoft and Adobe. They spent years building and iterating on software products. And today, all of these products they poured money into make them billions of dollars.But there's a perfect storm that has been turning the tides, and the incumbents have seen the signs and have jumped at it to secure their advantage and not lose out to upstarts.The one thing about SaaS products is that they have to be constantly sold to their customers. But with AI, the entire loop becomes a solution that makes the customer's life easier. SaaS products integrated with AI will be bought because they'll solve the use case of its customers specifically. Companies which usually resort to different pricing strategies for small additional features will have to reconsider and be aligned to deliver outcomes for their customer, not a feature list which is based on purchasing licences to gain access.And in all of this, what happens to the Indian SaaS companies as the AI wave ushers in?In episode 21 of Two by Two, hosts Praveen Gopal Krishnan and Rohin Dharmakumar sat down with guests Sumanth Raghavendra, CEO and co-founder of Presentations.AI and one of the co-founders of The Ken, and Sidu Ponnappa, CEO and co-founder of Realfast and former managing director of Gojek India.This is a short ‘highlights only' version of the hour-and-a-half-long discussion.A Premium subscription to The Ken will give you access to our long-form stories, premium newsletters, podcasts, and visual stories in addition to Two by Two.If you'd just like access to Two by Two, you can do that too by getting a Premium subscription to Two by Two on Apple Podcasts.You can sign up for The Two by Two newsletter here—it's free!Tune in to the latest Two by Two podcast to listen to an engrossing discussion on how AI will shake up SaaS models across the world and what's in store for India's SaaS companies.Additional reading:The AI apocalypse is coming: Are SaaS companies ready?BarbAIrians at the Gate: The Financial Opportunity of AIThe End of the SaaS Era: Rethinking software's role in business------Listen to the Two by Two 'unlocked' episode – What does Ola Electric's future hold?Link to the 'unlocked' episode:Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Amazon Music | Youtube------This episode of Two by Two was produced by Hari Krishna. Mixing and mastering for this episode was done by Rajiv CN.Write to us with what you thought of the episode at twobytwo@the-ken.com.

This episode was first released on November 7, 2024, for The Ken's premium subscribers. We've unlocked it for our Basic and Free subscribers for a limited time. Listen to it on your favourite podcast streaming platforms before it goes behind a paywall.Ola Electric's woes just don't seem to be stopping.From angry customers to its mercurial CEO getting into online spats as pressure mounts, many of its problems stretch seemingly beyond its control today for it to make a quick turnaround and change the narrative. And this is hurting its valuation significantly, both in the private and public markets. Just this week, Ola Electric's price fell below its listing priceOla Electric can and should take credit for making EV two-wheelers common on Indian roads. It achieved this through rampant marketing, getting the word out for its product, and eventually delivering its products to eager customers as well. These did yield results in the short term as well. At its peak, Ola Electric's vertically integrated ecosystem was a big pull, which, along with its marketing efforts, allowed it to gain nearly 53% market share in the EV two-wheeler segment.But the strategy of moving fast and breaking things to press an early mover advantage that startups usually apply has now started to backfire, as angry customers take to social media to express their frustration with the longer wait times to get their vehicles serviced and working again.These kinds of troubles tend to happen with startups. But when the situation is such that you can't just fix things as you would do in an app, and you are under the scrutiny of the public markets. The need to deliver becomes absolutely detrimental.In this week's episode, host Rohin Dharmakumar and Praveen Gopal Krishnan try to understand Ola's recent history, how it fared after listing on the Indian bourses, the troubles it has faced, and what the future holds.Joining them for the episode are Jinesh Gandhi, Research Director at Ambit*, with over 20 years of experience tracking multiple sectors, and Narayan Sundararaman, an accomplished leader with over 28 years of experience in marketing strategy. Narayan has worked at Cadbury, Star TV, and was the ex-CMO at Bajaj Auto.Reference Stories:How Ola Electric blew its leadOla Electric wants to take on Hero's Splendor. But e-bikes are not e-scootersThe real reason behind Ola Electric slashing its IPO valuation in a booming stock marketOther Two by Two episodes:Ather Energy was a pioneer. Can it also be a leader?*Disclaimer: The views expressed in this podcast are solely those of the analyst and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of Ambit Capital Private Ltd. The analyst does not hold any financial interest in the securities discussed in the podcast, nor do their relatives. This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as financial advice. It is essential to conduct your own research before making any investment decisions.This episode was produced by Hari Krishna. Mixing and mastering for this episode is done by Rajiv CN. Write to us about what you thought of the episode at twobytwo@the-ken.com.

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Douglas J. Arent is the Executive Director of Strategic Public-Private Partnerships at the National Renewable Energy Labratory. Doug Arent focuses on strategic public and private partnerships with NREL to transform energy economies at speed and scale across the globe. Dr. Arent has worked in research on energy and sustainability for more than 30 years, publishing extensively on topics including clean energy, renewable energy, power systems, natural gas, and the intersection of science and public policy. The Zenergy Podcast interviews global climate leaders with prior guests including the founders of some of the world's largest renewable energy and electric vehicle companies including founders of SoftBank Energy, Azure Power, Ola Electric, and SunEdison. These conversations share industry developments, highlight clean tech investment opportunities, and shed light on how young professionals can increase their chances of employment in this fastly growing sector. We also discuss the energy transition across key emerging markets like India, and explore partnership opportunities for US companies.