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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…
Zomato Swiggy Margins Hit as Discount Wars Return
Zomato and Swiggy face margin pressure as discount wars return, signaling a shift back to aggressive customer acquisition strategies in…
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Energy Markets Await OPEC+ Decision as Oil Prices Fluctuate
Global energy markets are closely watching the upcoming OPEC+ meeting as producers prepare to decide on August oil output levels. With crude prices remaining volatile amid geopolitical shifts and changing supply conditions, the group's decision is expected to influence global energy markets in the weeks ahead. Energy markets are entering…
Wall Street Awaits Jobs Data and Federal Reserve Rate Decision
Wall Street is closely watching the latest U.S. jobs data and signals from the Federal Reserve as investors reassess expectations for interest rates. A weaker labour market has eased concerns about an immediate rate hike, but uncertainty over inflation and future policy remains. Wall Street is recalibrating expectations after fresh…
Oil Markets Rebound Amid Middle East Peace and Supply Concerns
Global oil prices have recovered modestly as investors weigh progress in US-Iran peace discussions against lingering supply risks in the Middle East. While diplomatic efforts have eased fears of major disruptions, uncertainty surrounding shipping routes and future production continues to keep energy markets on edge. Oil markets rebounded on July…
China’s Factory Growth Returns as AI Demand Powers Manufacturing
China's manufacturing sector has returned to growth, supported by surging global demand for AI-related products and advanced technology exports. While the recovery signals renewed industrial momentum, economists caution that weak domestic consumption and property sector challenges continue to weigh on the broader economy. China's factory activity returned to expansion in…
Bengal Launches GCC Policy to Attract Global Tech Investment
West Bengal has unveiled a new Global Capability Centre policy alongside incentives for AI data centres and a Rs 5,000 crore investment framework. The move aims to position the state as a preferred destination for multinational companies, digital infrastructure and high-value technology investments. West Bengal has announced a comprehensive strategy…
Skyroot’s Vikram-1 Launch Marks New Era for India’s Space Industry
Skyroot Aerospace has announced the launch window for Vikram-1, India's first privately developed orbital rocket. The mission represents a defining moment for India's commercial space ambitions and reflects the rapid growth of private participation in a sector once dominated entirely by ISRO. Skyroot's Vikram-1 is preparing for a historic liftoff…
Adani Enterprises Expands Fundraising Drive with Major Share Sale
Adani Enterprises has launched a fresh institutional share sale to raise growth capital, marking another significant step in its long-term expansion strategy. Strong investor demand has already prompted the company to increase the size of the fundraising, highlighting continued confidence in India's infrastructure growth story. Adani Enterprises has returned to…
UPI Transactions Stay Near Record High Despite June Slowdown
India's Unified Payments Interface (UPI) recorded a slight decline in monthly transaction volume during June, but daily activity reached a new all-time high. The latest NPCI data highlights the continued strength of India's digital payments ecosystem despite the shorter month. India's UPI transactions remained close to record levels in June…
Hero MotoCorp Announces ₹3,200 Crore Andhra Pradesh Expansion Plan
Hero MotoCorp has announced an investment of more than ₹3,200 crore in Andhra Pradesh over the next three to five years. The expansion will strengthen manufacturing, electric mobility, logistics, and spare parts operations while creating thousands of new jobs in the state. Hero MotoCorp's ₹3,200 crore investment in Andhra Pradesh…
June Passenger Vehicle Sales Rebound as SUVs Lead Market Growth
India's passenger vehicle sales witnessed a healthy rebound in June, driven by sustained demand for SUVs and the growing popularity of electric vehicles. The recovery reflects improving consumer sentiment, new model launches, and stronger dealership activity after a relatively slower phase earlier this year. India's June passenger vehicle sales showed…