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₹10,000 Crore SME Growth Fund Launches, Markets Watch Impact
The ₹10,000 crore SME Growth Fund launch marks a major policy intervention aimed at accelerating India’s small business expansion. Announced amid slowing private capex, the fund raises a critical question: can structured capital finally help SMEs scale sustainably or will execution risks limit outcomes? SME Growth Fund Launch Signals Policy Push on Scale The ₹10,000 crore SME Growth Fund launch…
Zomato Tests Subscription Model to Strengthen Customer Retention
Zomato subscription model test signals a strategic move to improve customer retention and increase repeat orders. The company is experimenting with new membership formats aimed at delivering value through discounts, exclusive benefits, and improved user engagement in a competitive food delivery market. Zomato Subscription Model Test Reflects Retention Focus Zomato subscription model test comes at a time when customer retention…
Zomato Tests Subscription Delivery Model to Improve Profitability
Zomato is experimenting with a subscription-based delivery model as it looks to improve margins in a highly competitive food delivery…
Zomato Tests AI Menu Pricing to Improve Restaurant Margins
Zomato is testing AI-driven menu pricing to help restaurants optimize margins and respond dynamically to demand patterns. The move reflects…
Zoho ERP Launch Signals Direct Challenge to Global Enterprise Giants
Zoho ERP has entered the enterprise software market with a surprise launch that directly targets Oracle and SAP, using rural…
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India’s central bank resumes bond purchases, reshaping 10-yr yield and liquidity flows
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has restarted its government bond purchases after a six-month pause, injecting fresh liquidity into the banking system. The revival of secondary market buying is already influencing the 10-year government bond yield band and broader liquidity dynamics in India’s financial system. What’s happening: bond purchases…
India rolls out 23-point business-friendly overhaul to boost manufacturing and startups
India’s state governments have jointly launched a sweeping 23-point reform agenda to improve ease of doing business, accelerate manufacturing growth and expand startup support. The package aims to cut approvals, streamline labour and land rules, and fast-track investment across sectors including electronics and advanced manufacturing. Reforming approvals to accelerate investments…
How to Set Up a Small Voice-AI Startup from a Non-Metro City: Lessons from Indian Founders
Setting up a voice-AI startup from a non-metro city offers unique opportunities and challenges. With the increasing demand for AI-powered solutions in various sectors, entrepreneurs in smaller cities can leverage this trend to build innovative products and services. This guide offers practical lessons and insights from Indian founders who have…
How People in Tier-2 Towns Can Invest in Fixed-Income Bonds: A Step-by-Step Guide
Investing in fixed-income bonds is a great way to diversify and grow your savings. For people in Tier-2 towns, the process may seem complicated, but it’s actually quite straightforward. Here’s a simple, step-by-step guide to understanding how to invest in fixed-income bonds, including why it’s an ideal option for risk-averse…
Asia Markets Wobble on China Investment Slump; Ripple Effect Hits Commodity-Linked Economies
Asian markets are facing heightened volatility as China’s investment slump triggers ripple effects throughout the region, particularly affecting commodity-linked economies. With China, the world’s second-largest economy, grappling with slower growth and waning industrial investment, countries reliant on exports of raw materials and energy are now confronting increasing economic pressures. The…
Global Startup Funding Downturn Converges with Surge in M&A Activity—What’s the Pivot?
The global startup funding downturn is converging with a significant rise in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activity, raising critical questions about the future trajectory of the startup ecosystem. As venture capital becomes more selective and funding conditions tighten, many startups are opting for strategic acquisitions instead of pursuing independent growth…
Europe’s Industrial Revival Hinges On Financial Markets As Tech Slump Deepens
Industrial revival hopes in Europe now hinge heavily on the stability of financial markets as the region confronts a deepening tech slump that is weighing on equity valuations, investment pipelines, and business confidence. With technology stocks under pressure and funding conditions tightening, policymakers and industrial leaders face a challenging environment…
Global Trade Chief Warns Of “Reset” Amid Protectionist Moves As Multinationals Brace For Disruptions
A warning from the global trade chief about a looming “reset” in the world’s trade system has intensified concerns among multinationals as unilateral protectionist moves gather pace. With major economies pulling inward and recalibrating trade priorities, companies operating across borders face a landscape defined by uncertainty, regulatory fragmentation, and rising…
Tech and AI Valuations Under Scrutiny As Mega Rounds Trigger Market Rethink On Risk
Tech and AI valuations are coming under sharp scrutiny as a new wave of mega funding rounds raises fresh questions about risk appetite in cooling markets. Investors, regulators, and analysts are signaling caution as capital floods into a small group of AI-heavy startups while broader funding sentiment remains selective. The…
Southeast Asia Fintech Funding Falls To 2016 Lows As Global VC Turns Selective
Southeast Asia fintech funding has fallen to its lowest level since 2016 as global venture capital becomes increasingly selective. Startups across the region are confronting a difficult fundraising climate driven by tighter liquidity, higher investor scrutiny, and shifting priorities toward profitability over rapid expansion. The collapse in funding reflects a…