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Finshots Daily
A daily 5-min podcast explaining the most important finance and business happenings in plain English. India focused.
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Episodes
Why Turkey’s Lira is in a free fall? 29.11.2021 5:01
In today's episode we talk about Turkey and why their currency is in freefall. Also we've launched a new endeavor to give simplified health and life insurance advice via Ditto Insurance. Book a free consultation call with our advisors or just drop us a text on WhatsApp for all your insurance queries. Check out Ditto: https://bit.ly/3CLTfsc Insta- https://www.instagram.com/joinditto/ Twitter- https...
Is the tariff hike a lifeline for Vi? 27.11.2021 5:11
After 2 years, telecom tariffs have started to inch up. But is it enough to prevent the industry from becoming a virtual duopoly? We've launched a new endeavor to give simplified health and life insurance advice via Ditto Insurance. Book a free consultation call with our advisors or just drop us a text on WhatsApp for all your insurance queries. Check out Ditto: https://bit.ly/3CLTfsc Insta- https...
What does India eat for breakfast? 26.11.2021 4:08
Since the 1990s, companies have been trying to break into the Indian breakfast market without much success. But the past few years have seen a renewed interest in the segment. And in today’s episode for 26th November 2021, we explore why companies are stepping up efforts once again and see if there’s any merit in taking a stab at this complicated market. We've launched a new endeavor to give simpl...
A frontal assault on OPEC? 25.11.2021 4:57
In today's episode for 25th November 2021, we see how countries like the US and India are planning to take on the oil cartel. We've launched a new endeavor to give simplified health and life insurance advice via Ditto Insurance. Book a free consultation call with our advisors or just drop us a text on WhatsApp for all your insurance queries. Check out Ditto - https://bit.ly/3CLTfsc Twitter - https...
The green ocean is dying 24.11.2021 4:46
In 60 years, carbon dioxide emissions have surged by 50% to nearly 40 billion tonnes every year. And the Amazon rainforest absorbs nearly 2 billion of that. However, it may be quickly losing its ability to save the planet and in today’s episode for October 24th 2021, we explore this and more.
The death of conglomerates 23.11.2021 4:55
In today's episode for 23rd November 2021, we see why conglomerates across the world are breaking up
How Covid is changing the Indian Life Insurance industry 22.11.2021 6:06
In today's episode we see how Covid is pushing term insurance premiums higher. If you are looking to buy a term policy, or any insurance policy in general, do talk to us at Ditto - https://bit.ly/3CLTfsc
Sigachi Industries’ record-breaking IPO pop 20.11.2021 4:35
In what was the biggest week for Indian startups in over a decade, one company, in particular, made a bang — Sigachi Industries. And in today’s episode for 20th November 2021, we see why investors are raving about the company.
Crypto geeks are trying to buy the US Constitution 19.11.2021 4:56
In today’s episode for 19th November 2021, we explain why a group of people are trying to buy a copy of the US Constitution.
Why is there still a semiconductor shortage 18.11.2021 4:39
In today's episode for November 18th 2021, we see why the semiconductor shortage refuses to ease up
Tata, Hakuna Matata and Shitcoins 17.11.2021 5:34
In today's episode we talk about Tata Coin and the wild wild west where shitcoins are born
Understanding Live Commerce 16.11.2021 4:18
In today's episode we talk about Myntra's gamble with influencer-led live commerce and what it means for the industry
Is India’s informal economy 20% or 50% of its GDP? 15.11.2021 4:10
A week ago, SBI’s Research department released a report stating that India’s informal economy has shrunk to 20% of its GDP. And since there’s been a lot of debate about this number, we thought we’d unpack it a bit in today’s episode.
Why is DMart opening bigger and bigger stores? 13.11.2021 4:44
A couple of days ago, a media report indicated that hypermarket chain DMart closed a deal on a 67,404 sq ft retail space in Central Bengaluru. Why are we talking about it today? Well, it could be signalling a change in strategy for the retail giant. So, let’s dive in.
Unpacking Delhivery’s business 12.11.2021 5:22
In today’s episode for 12th November 2021, we discuss the story behind logistics startup Delhivery as they start working on a massive ₹7,460 crores IPO.
Why did America have a 25 hour day? 11.11.2021 5:26
Every year, 70 countries around the world adjust their clocks to squeeze in an extra hour of sunshine. In today’s episode for November 11th 2021, we see if this practice has any economic value.
How come “cash is king” even with digital payments roaring? 10.11.2021 5:07
In today’s episode for November 10th 2021, we’re trying to solve a riddle — what explains a record surge in cash when we’re seeing massive growth in digital payments?
How to lose $500 million using algorithms? 09.11.2021 5:00
In today’s episode for 9th November 2021, we explain how faulty algorithms in a US-based real estate company crippled an entire division and forced management to lay off 25% of its workforce.
Will Reliance’s new JioPhone be the “Next” disruptor? 08.11.2021 4:43
Reliance Industries’ smartphone experiment, JioPhone Next, is finally here after a hiccup or two. But can it help Reliance Jio fulfil its ambitions of a “2G-Mukt Bharat” (2G-free India)? In today’s episode for 8th November 2011, we explore this and more.
Can Elon Musk end world hunger? 05.11.2021 5:24
In today’s episode for 5th November 2021, we talk about world hunger and how a tweet from Elon Musk cast the spotlight on the issue
Understanding cartels and the competition commission of India 03.11.2021 5:24
Last week, the antitrust regulator Competition Commission of India (CCI) said it has found 6 companies guilty of “price-fixing”. And in today’s episode for 3rd October 2021 we explain why companies engage in such behaviour and how the CCI scuttles this devious scheme.
The curious case of IRCTC 02.11.2021 5:20
In July, we explained why IRCTC’s share price was going to the moon. And we ended the story by saying, “IRCTC is a government-controlled monopoly, and if you’re always expecting them to prioritize the interest of the shareholders above the interest of the general population, then you could perhaps be mistaken.” Last week, that problem of government ownership manifested itself in all its glory. So...
Fighting for climate justice 01.11.2021 5:04
The COP26 — the 26th United Nations Climate Change Conference — began in Glasgow on Sunday, the 31st of October. What’s on the agenda? Well, apart from the usual climate-related talks, we could also see a bill related to climate change — one that emerging economies will be hoping to present to the more advanced economies so that they can get their business in order. And in today’s episode for 1st...
Asian Paints bites the price-hike bullet 30.10.2021 5:35
Once the darling of the stock market, this paint manufacturer hasn’t had a great run in the past year. While the Sensex is up by over 50%, Asian Paints has delivered only 30%. And in today’s episode for October 30th 2021, we see what’s plaguing the company
Private equity wants to play the IPL 29.10.2021 5:50
On Monday evening, we had auctions for two new franchises participating in the latest edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL). And one surprise bidder — a private equity firm CVC Capital Partners paid Rs 5,625 crores to snag Ahmedabad in a hotly contested auction. But why are private equity investors interested in the IPL? Why are they putting up this kind of money? Well, in today’s episode for...
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