Sebi has an ambitious plan to bring financial inclusion to rural India. But can micro-SIPs replicate global success stories?
4 min read4 Feb 2025While Indian banks have improved capital adequacy and asset quality, deposit growth remains a challenge. Experts suggest incentives for retail deposits and a focus on consumption to boost liquidity, alongside a push for financial sector growth to align with the Viksit Bharat vision.
2 min read27 Jan 2025The American stack-it-high-sell-it-low retailer boasts of a loyal base of shoppers that’s unlikely to abandon it. As Costco thrives on diversity, it’s ready to boldly defy the anti-DEI wave in America.
4 min read9 Jan 2025Return-to-office is talked about but hybrid work is standard, GenAI isn’t making as big an impact as claimed and diversity, equity and inclusion is being rebranded rather than dumped. Walmart replaced its chief diversity officer with a chief belonging officer.
4 min read2 Jan 2025Change will range from rollbacks of the diversity, equity and inclusion agenda to how CEOs forge fresh ties with Donald Trump. As for corprorate stories, turbulence hit Boeing and Intel will be tracked.
3 min read30 Dec 2024AI can enhance inclusion, as showcased at the Mint All About AI Tech4Good Awards 2024, where Sarvm AI and Ridlan AI Foundation were recognised for their innovative solutions aimed at improving access to education, healthcare, and employment for marginalised communities.
4 min read23 Dec 2024The Inclusive Finance India Report 2024 said although micro, small and medium businesses contribute 30% of India’s GDP and employ more than 22.94 million people, they still face a credit gap of ₹20-25 trillion.
2 min read12 Dec 2024Mint’s All About AI Tech4Good Awards recognised impactful AI solutions at the Jio World Centre in Mumbai. The event emphasised purpose-driven innovation, with discussions on ethical AI and community empowerment, showcasing how technology can address pressing social and environmental issues.
4 min read30 Nov 2024The Union Budget contains details about the estimated receipts and the expenditure of the government for a particular fiscal year. The Budget is allotted for the upcoming fiscal year, which runs from 1st April to 31st March of the next year. Here is a quick guide on how the Union Budget is prepared