🇮🇳 India Episodes

In this episode of Paisa Vaisa, Anupam hosts Chintan Haria, Head Investment Strategy, ICICI Prudential AMC. They discuss scenario of the financial markets, how mutual funds are now a central focus, particularly as Systematic Investment Plans (SIPs) surge to record levels, reflecting shifting retail investor preferences in both equity and debt. SIPs offer investors a disciplined approach to navigate market volatility, while mutual funds now account for approximately 9% of the total market capitalization, primarily due to retail investor participation. Hybrid funds, like Balanced Advantage Funds (BAF) and Dynamic Asset Allocation Funds (DAF), have gained prominence, offering a blend of equity and debt exposure for diversification and a lot more.

In today’s episode for 14th October 2023, we dive into Vedanta’s latest efforts at a demerger. Talk to Ditto - https://bit.ly/45uvyDL

In today’s episode for 13th October 2023, we see why India’s largest insurer seems to be struggling a bit. Talk to Ditto - https://bit.ly/45uvyDL

On Saturday, the militant and terrorist group Hamas attacked Israel. They massacred hundreds of innocent people. And Israel retaliated with its own airstrikes which, in turn, has killed many people including civilians. It’s an incredibly sad time for the region and the world and we hope it comes to an end soon. But how did we get to this? And what have been the economic implications of this long-standing war? In today’s episode for 12th October 2023, we try and explain this century-old conflict. Remember, we’re not geopolitical experts but we’ll try and condense it as best as we can. So brace yourself. Talk to Ditto - https://bit.ly/45uvyDL

On Monday, Harvard economics professor Claudia Goldin made history! She became the first woman to win the coveted Sveriges Riksbank Prize in Economic Sciences solo — meaning she didn’t have to ‘share’ it with another colleague. So in today’s episode for 11th October 2023, we tell you why she was the chosen one. But before we begin let’s make one thing clear — Goldin didn’t win this prize for one seminal paper that was an aha! moment. She won it for her research spanning decades. But let’s try condensing that, eh? Talk to Ditto - https://bit.ly/45uvyDL

In today’s episode for 10th October 2023, we see why Airbnb’s founder thinks the company’s foundations might be broken. Talk to Ditto - https://bit.ly/45uvyDL

Remember the massive traffic jam in Bengaluru last week? Comedian Trevor Noah was apparently 20-minutes late to his stand up show that day. School kids reached home at 9pm. People didn’t get taxis and even walked 12km to get him. And now, there are renewed calls to fix this traffic mess with one of the solutions being a tax. So in today’s episode for 9th October 2023, we dive into what this is quick-fix solution is all about.

In this episode of Paisa Vaisa, Anupam welcomes Neil Borate, Deputy Editor, Mint, Neil delves into a broad spectrum of topics, from essential life events like planning for children and marriage to assessing the value of food delivery app memberships. He shares his personal journey into finance, discussing his role at Mint and the influence of his mentors.  The conversation covers emerging financial influencers, their compensation structures, and the regulatory role of SEBI. The guest also touches on critical financial matters, including succession planning, data sharing among account aggregators, REITs, and the future of mutual fund newcomers. Lastly, he reveals his personal interests in NPS and elderly care finances while offering a checklist for personal finance content consumption.

In today’s episode for 6th October 2023, we tell you why the government recently tweaked the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code specifically for airlines and how it temporarily solves a long-lurking problem. Talk to Ditto - https://bit.ly/45uvyDL

In today’s episode for 5th October 2023, we explore whether Apple is trying to build its own potent search engine. Talk to Ditto - https://bit.ly/45uvyDL

In today’s episode for 4th October 2023, we explore the changing fortunes of Kashmir’s cricket bat makers. Talk to Ditto - https://bit.ly/45uvyDL

Last week, one of the architects of India’s agricultural revolution passed away at the age of 98. So in today’s episode for 3rd October 2023, we decided to look back on India’s tryst with high-yielding crop varieties. Talk to Ditto - https://bit.ly/45uvyDL

In today’s episode, we explain why a niche segment of housing finance is getting attention from investment analysts. Talk to Ditto - https://bit.ly/45uvyDL

In today’s Finshots, we dive into the concept of fractional shares. Talk to Ditto - https://bit.ly/45uvyDL

On this episode of the Paisa Vaisa podcast, Anupam Gupta hosts Gulam Zia, Senior Executive Director of Knight Frank India. The duo talks about real estate sector's response to COVID-19 in both residential and commercial segments, how residential real estate's pricing now varies widely across segments, changing perspective towards commercial real estate, Builders' reputation, quality of living in different cities in India and REITs.

Gang talks about the first day in the new parliament, the Modi Ji folder-folder khaali khaali folder. Also, India- Canada row and the trajectory our media and scientific temperament is sinking to.

In today’s episode for 29th September 2023, we explain why countries are imposing special taxes on tourists. Talk to Ditto - https://bit.ly/45uvyDL

In today’s episode, we simplify India's inclusion into JPMorgan's Global Bond Index. Talk to Ditto - https://bit.ly/45uvyDL

In today’s episode for 28th September 2023, we explain if the American government will shut down next week and what it means for the economy. Talk to Ditto - https://bit.ly/45uvyDL

In today’s episode for 26th September 2023, we discuss lengthy notice periods, their economic impact and the regulations around them. Talk to Ditto - https://bit.ly/45uvyDL