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Pros and cons of stock buying with Sensex at 50,000
2 min read . 22 Jan 2021The milestone has prompted two extreme views—the markets have risen too high; and, the factors driving markets up will stay
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High returns from US stocks such as Tesla and FAANG (Facebook, Amazon, Apple, Netflix and Google) have fuelled investor interest
Should you be investing in US equity markets?
2 min read . 20 Jan 2021An array of new mobile apps and portals have made investing in the US markets a breeze. High returns from US stocks such as Tesla and FAANG (Facebook, Amazon, Apple, Netflix and Google) have fuelled investor interest. Mint explains how Indians can invest abroad.
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Who will blink first in farmers vs govt stand-off?
2 min read . 18 Jan 2021Several rounds of talks over the farm laws passed recently by Parliament have been inconclusive. Farmer unions are firm that the laws must be repealed, while the government is not willing to do so but could consider making some changes.
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The dilemma over bad bank and good money
2 min read . 18 Jan 2021Banks and other financial institutions are the key drivers of economic growth. However, many borrowers may find it difficult to service their loans, requiring lenders to set aside capital to cover those losses. A bad bank can free them up to start lending.
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Why India’s bond market sticks out like a sore thumb
2 min read . 13 Jan 2021In 2020, India stood out with $13.7 billion worth of outflows from its bond market even as most of its Asian peers saw record inflows. The country’s equity market continues to see record dollar inflows but foreign investors are still exiting bonds. Mint takes a deep dive.
A large fiscal deficit can also impact a country’s rating
How fiscal deficit has a bearing on inflationary woes
2 min read . 12 Jan 2021Fiscal deficit is difference between total government receipts (taxes and non-debt capital) and total expenditure. Its size affects growth, price stability, and cost of production and overall inflation. A large fiscal deficit can also impact a country’s rating. Mint explores.
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What's up with WhatsApp’s new terms of service
2 min read . 11 Jan 2021The world’s largest instant messaging application, WhatsApp, has found itself embroiled in a controversy yet again, thanks to a change in its terms of service. What exactly is the issue and why are users worried? Mint takes a deep dive.
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Why MDR remains a thorny issue for payments players
2 min read . 07 Jan 2021The Centre’s move to scrap merchant discount rates on RuPay and UPI transactions has been a sticking point between the government and digital payment firms, which say they should be compensated for creating and maintaining the payments infrastructure. Mint explores
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Why 2021 could birth many IPOs by local startups
2 min read . 05 Jan 2021Indian startups raised about $12.8 billion across nearly 1,350 funding rounds from investors last year, as per data from Tracxn Technologies. Though deal value and volumes in 2020 were lower than those in 2019, the new year is expected to bring a sea change. Mint explains.
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Global financial centres may be losing their grip
2 min read . 04 Jan 2021A balanced legal and regulatory framework, sustainable domestic economy, robust political system, developed infrastructure, strategic locations are a part of an International Financial Services Centre
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How democracies can counter the China syndrome
2 min read . 09 Jan 2021US President-elect Joe Biden, scheduled to assume America’s leadership on 20 January, has vowed to build a coalition of like-minded countries to take on a belligerent China. Mint explores the possible coalition, and the challenges China poses.
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Investing during all-time highs can be good strategy
2 min read . 01 Jan 2021Experts advocating momentum investing, say buying stocks near all-time highs can be a rewarding strategy as well
Technology giants made a killing during covid-19 in terms of revenue, but they found the going hard in other respects
Giants’ antitrust battle will shape the future of tech
2 min read . 30 Dec 2020Technology giants made a killing during covid-19 in terms of revenue, but they found the going hard in other respects. The US government filed multiple antitrust cases against Google and Facebook in the last few months of 2020, which could shape the future of tech worldwide.
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NPCI turning for profit could help key stakeholders
2 min read . 27 Dec 2020RBI governor Shaktikanta Das had recently said that the National Payments Corporation of India will be given the option to convert itself into a for-profit entity to withstand competition from entrants in the payments space. Mint looks at the impact of this could have.
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Why India finds itself on a sticky tax claims wicket
2 min read . 24 Dec 2020Two high-profile disputes India has with the UK’s Vodafone Group Plc and Cairn Energy Plc have turned out to be difficult to resolve and are testing the government’s tax and investor protection policies in the international fora. Mint takes a look at what is at stake.
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Why RBI finds it tough to let go of its hold on rupee
2 min read . 23 Dec 2020The rupee has underperformed emerging market peers despite the markets attracting record dollars, because the Reserve Bank of India soaked up most of them. Amid the debate on whether RBI should temper down its intervention, Mint explores why it could be tough.
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What’s at stake in the upcoming spectrum sale
2 min read . 22 Dec 2020The Centre has finally decided to hold the spectrum auction in March after over four years. While Reliance Jio needs airwaves to continue its 4G offerings and new spectrum to roll-out 5G services, Bharti Airtel and Vodafone Idea may have to set priorities straight. Mint explores
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How poor land records add to farm frustration
2 min read . 22 Dec 2020For over 30 years, since 1988, India has been trying to fix the poor quality of its land records; new schemes have begun yet again. But rural land markets remain mostly illiquid, trapping farmers in agriculture. Mint explains
Serum Institute of India CEO Adar Poonawalla on Friday made a pitch to indemnify vaccine makers in case people suffer adverse events.
Legal conundrum in vaccine race to fight coronavirus
2 min read . 20 Dec 2020Serum Institute of India CEO Adar Poonawalla on Friday made a pitch to indemnify vaccine makers in case people suffer adverse events. The statement follows a ₹5-crore legal notice sent by a trial participant to SII after he suffered a serious neurological dysfunction. Mint explores
Brent crude price, an international benchmark, slipped below $16/bbl to a 21-year low in April
Crude faces rude reality, in spite of recent price gains
2 min read . 18 Dec 2020Brent crude price, an international benchmark, slipped below $16/bbl to a 21-year low in April. It has since recovered, with prices climbing in recent weeks. Last week, Brent went past $51/bbl, but it’s still a far cry from the heydays of 2008 when prices topped $140/bbl. Mint explores
