Finshots

Finshots Daily

A daily 5-min podcast explaining the most important finance and business happenings in plain English. India focused.

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Finshots

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Business

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finshots.in

Latest episode

Jul 9, 2026

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Episodes

Is the angel tax back? 09.02.2023

In today’s episode for 9th Febuary 2023, we break down angel tax and its effect on startups in an oversimplified manner.

Red Tape around Red Sanders 08.02.2023

In today’s episode for 8th February 2023, we dive into how the red tape (regulation) around red sandalwood encourages illegal trade.

Elon Musk is Not Guilty! 07.02.2023

In today’s episode for 7th February 2023, we explain how Musk’s tweet from 2018 about taking Tesla private almost came back to haunt him

It’s Millet Time! 06.02.2023

In today’s episode for 6th February 2023, we trace the history of millets in India and explain why it is the buzzword today.

ITC — The Budget Stock 04.02.2023

In today’s episode for 4th February 2023, we talk about why ITC’s share may have hit a record high.

Why we don't tax agricultural income 03.02.2023

In today’s episode for 2nd February 2023, we explain the history of taxing agricultural income and why it’s such a contentious issue.

The Budget explained in 10 minutes? 02.02.2023

In today's episode for 2nd February 2023, we will be explaining the budget in 10 minutes. 

The Silent crisis of Light pollution 01.02.2023

In today’s episode for 1st February 2023, we discuss how light pollution hurts our economies and the environment.

Adani vs Hindenburg simplified 31.01.2023

In today's episode for 31st January 2023, we summarize the tussle between Adani Group and Hindenburg Research.

How an obscure Mauritian bank became the darling of Indian fintech 30.01.2023

In today's episode for 30th January 2023, we talk about the rise and rise of State Bank of Mauritius. Also, a quick side note. If you're someone who has great communication skills and are enthusiastic to join our team, Ditto is looking to recruit new Insurance Advisors. You don't even have to know much about Insurance-- We will train you from scratch and you can enjoy working remotely with a great...

The ups and downs of being VIP 28.01.2023

In today’s episode for 28th January 2023, we explore whether VIP Industries is in a sweet spot to capture the tailwinds in the luggage industry. If you're someone who has a flair for writing and is enthusiastic to join our creative team, Finshots is looking to recruit Content Marketers. If you're keen on applying, please click this link - bit.ly/3HcY6a4 Insta- https://www.instagram.com/joinditto/...

Amazon is a Logistics company 27.01.2023

In today’s episode for 27th January 2023, we look at how Amazon is building its massive logistics business. Also, a quick side note. If you're someone who has great communication skills and are enthusiastic to join our team, Ditto is looking to recruit new Insurance Advisors. You don't even have to know much about Insurance-- We will train you from scratch and you can enjoy working remotely with a...

The Blockbuster-Netflix story you didn’t know 25.01.2023

A couple of days ago, Reed Hastings, the co-founder and long-time CEO of Netflix stepped down from his role at the streaming giant. So in today’s Finshots, we thought we’d look back at how Netflix almost lost to Blockbuster and then won! Also, a quick side note. If you're someone who has great communication skills and are enthusiastic to join our team, Ditto is looking to recruit new Insurance Adv...

Is Yes Bank in trouble? Again?? 24.01.2023

In today’s episode for 24th January 2023, we explain how an exotic financial instrument called a perpetual bond is coming back to haunt Yes Bank’s dreams. Also, a quick side note. If you're someone who has great communication skills and are enthusiastic to join our team, Ditto is looking to recruit new Insurance Advisors. You don't even have to know much about Insurance-- We will train you from sc...

Tax the rich?! 23.01.2023

In today's episode for 23rd January 2023, we see why there's a lot of clamour to tax the rich. Also, a quick side note. If you're someone who has great communication skills and are enthusiastic to join our team, Ditto is looking to recruit new Insurance Advisors. You don't even have to know much about Insurance-- We will train you from scratch and you can enjoy working remotely with a great team....

Why are tyres black? 21.01.2023

In today’s episode for 21st January 2023, we explain how a substance that goes into tyres to give it the black colour is a proxy for the automotive growth story. We're now coming to YouTube. But not as Finshots. Instead, get ready for a fresh perspective on finance with the beloved curator and co-founder of Finshots' - Shrehith Karkera where he deep dives into the world of finance completely unfil...

GoMechanic: When ‘Fake it Till You Make It’ goes wrong 20.01.2023

In today's episode for 20th January 2023, we see what went wrong with GoMechanic Also, a quick side note. If you're someone who has great communication skills and are enthusiastic to join our team, Ditto is looking to recruit new Insurance Advisors. You don't even have to know much about Insurance - We will train you from scratch and you can enjoy working remotely with a great team. Click here to...

Reliance bets big on the IPL. The Women’s IPL 19.01.2023

An explainer on why companies and advertisers may be betting big on women's IPL. Also, a quick side note. If you're someone who has great communication skills and are enthusiastic to join our team, Ditto is looking to recruit new Insurance Advisors. You don't even have to know much about Insurance-- We will train you from scratch and you can enjoy working remotely with a great team. Click here to...

Sachetisation of cigarettes? 18.01.2023

In today's episode for 18th January 2023, we talk about the sinister plan of selling cigarettes in smaller packs. Also, a quick side note. If you're someone who has great communication skills and are enthusiastic to join our team, Ditto is looking to recruit new Insurance Advisors. You don't even have to know much about Insurance-- We will train you from scratch and you can enjoy working remotely...

Superapps are Dead, Long live Superapps! 17.01.2023

Last week, Bloomberg said that Tata Neu — the super app launched by the Tata Group in April of 2022 — will probably miss its sales targets for the year by 50%. So in today’s episode for 17th January 2023, we thought we’d see if the era of super apps in India is over before it even began. Also, a quick side note. If you're someone who has great communication skills and are enthusiastic to join our...

How a 30-year-old fintech founder fooled JPMorgan Chase 16.01.2023

In today’s episode for 16th January 2023, we explain how a fintech startup allegedly defrauded one of America’s largest banks. Also, a quick side note. If you're someone who has great communication skills and are enthusiastic to join our team, Ditto is looking to recruit new Insurance Advisors. You don't even have to know much about Insurance-- We will train you from scratch and you can enjoy work...

The untold story of Varun Beverages 14.01.2023

In today’s episode for 14th January 2023, we explain how Pepsi’s bottling partner is blitzing the market. Also, a quick side note. If you're someone who has great communication skills and are enthusiastic to join our team, Ditto is looking to recruit new Insurance Advisors. You don't even have to know much about Insurance-- We will train you from scratch and you can enjoy working remotely with a g...

An explainer on Sovereign Green Bonds 13.01.2023

In today’s episode for 13 January 2023, we talk about a financial instrument that’s being used to raise money for green causes. Also, a quick side note. If you're someone who has great communication skills and are enthusiastic to join our team, Ditto is looking to recruit new Insurance Advisors. You don't even have to know much about Insurance-- We will train you from scratch and you can enjoy wor...

India’s sinking towns have a renewable energy problem 12.01.2023

In today’s episode for 12th January 2022, we explain why sinking towns could be the result of massive hydropower projects in the Himalayan regions.

Why has PhonePe returned home? 11.01.2023

In today’s episode for 11th January 2023, we explain why fintech startup PhonePe has moved its base from Singapore to India..

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