The ‘Future of India’ is larger than the headlines. Larger than our government. Larger than the bureaucracy; larger than the titans of industry; the billboard-heads of local politics; the chaos of daily life; the difficulty of doing business; larger than our social challenges; our mosaic of states; larger than our inconsistent enforcement of the law; larger than capital controls; larger than bank re-KYCs; larger than trading strategies and stock tips masquerading as business news.

“On February 1, 2018, when Mr. Arun Jaitley raised Long Term Capital Gains (LTCG) tax on listed shares from 0% to 10%, he had an important accompanying statement in his budget speech: “…all gains up to 31st January, 2018 will be grandfathered.” This ensured that the tax was prospective from February 1, 2018 and not applicable retrospectively on accumulated unrealised gains on securities held for many years before that date. Crucially, the grandfathering clause is not present in Ms. Nirmala Sitharaman’s budget speech of July 23, 2024, in which LTCG tax was increased from 10% to 12.5%.”

Despite the increasing focus on renewable energy sources, coal appears likely to remain dominant in most of Asia’s energy sector for some time. This trend is driven by a combination of factors. Global events such as China’s energy concerns, the war in Ukraine, and slow progress in transitioning developing countries to cleaner fuels are all contributing to a rise in coal demand.

Despite the increasing focus on renewable energy sources, coal appears likely to remain dominant in most of Asia’s energy sector for some time. This trend is driven by a combination of factors. Global events such as China’s energy concerns, the war in Ukraine, and slow progress in transitioning developing countries to cleaner fuels are all contributing to a rise in coal demand.

The post-COVID-19 pandemic period has seen a notable trend in the Indian consumer market. Wealthier individuals are spending more on luxury goods despite an overall economic slowdown. This trend applies to many sectors, including FMCG, cars, and housing.

The Tata Technologies IPO, which opened for subscription on November 22nd, was oversubscribed 69 times. The issue garnered bids worth over ₹1.5 lakh crore from all categories of investors

The Tata Technologies IPO, which opened for subscription on November 22nd, was oversubscribed 69 times. The issue garnered bids worth over ₹1.5 lakh crore from all categories of investors

Demat (Dematerialized) accounts have emerged as a transformative force, making stock market participation more accessible to millions.

The top positions in the jewellery index are held by a large-cap and a mid-cap player, both of which are pan-Indian brands with a presence in the country’s top 10 cities. On the other hand, the small cap jewellery firms have chosen to specialize in hyperlocal markets. This strategy offers valuable insights into consumer sentiment across the spectrum.

India’s automotive landscape presents a contrasting tale of luxury and utility. Luxury car sales are racing to new heights, while entry-level two-wheelers seem to have hit a speed bump.

Historical data between 1990 and 2019,concludes that the Indian stock market’s performance is not as closely linked to electoral results as commonly believed.

The Price-to-Earnings (P/E) ratio is a fundamental financial metric widely used by investors to assess the relative valuation of a stock.

ETFs, or Exchange Traded Funds, are a type of investment vehicle that combines the best of both worlds: the diversification of mutual funds and the ease of trading individual stocks.

In a display of investor confidence and market enthusiasm, four Indian companies achieved stellar stock market debuts in August 2023. The firms—Aeroflex Industries Ltd, Concord Biotech, TVS Supply Chain Solutions, and SBFC Finance—enjoyed substantial premium on listings.

The Indian stock market, renowned for its volatility and potential for lucrative gains, has often been a challenge for investors seeking to harness the power of compounding.