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On Episode 352 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Ajay Bagga, veteran investor and market expert as well as Ajay Srivastava, founder of the Global Trade Research Initiative and former DGFT official.SHOW NOTES(00:00) The Take(04:21) Markets rise, so does oil(05:59) India receives 9% more rainfall in July(07:42) Toyota’s ₹20,000 crore manufacturing investment in Maharashtra(08:38) Check out our new series Nasscom Conversations - Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Youtube | Website(10:01) Sebi’s move to cool down a heated derivatives market. How and why(21:44) In 3 years, Chinese exports to India jumped 56% from $65 billion to $102 billion. How did that happen?Listeners! We await your feedback....To collaborate with our Core Brand Studio contact shiva@thecore.inFor more of our coverage check out thecore.inJoin and Interact anonymously on our whatsapp channelSubscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Linkedin | Youtube

On Episode 351 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj takes you through the top business news for today. We also feature an excerpt from The Core Report: Weekend Edition from July 27 featuring Siddharth Pai, founder of Siana Capital and a leading tech strategist.SHOW NOTES(00:00) The Take: Why We Have To Bring Back Friction In Financial Transactions(07:53) Markets close at record highs, stay flat(08:43) Oil drops below $80 a barrel(09:38) Regulator lines up measures to curb derivatives trading(11:18) Betting on Trump becoming President, why you should buy gold thenListeners! We await your feedback....To collaborate with our Core Brand Studio contact shiva@thecore.inFor more of our coverage check out thecore.in--Support the Core Report--Join and Interact anonymously on our whatsapp channelSubscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Linkedin | Youtube

On Episode 350 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Chandrajit Banerjee, director general of the CII (Confederation of Indian Industry) as well as Ronald Siyoni, Associate Vice President at Sharekhan by BNP Paribas.SHOW NOTES(00:00) The Take: A Nation of Young Gamblers(05:48) Markets hit highs, turning jittery(07:20) Oil prices are down, now around $80 a barrel(07:56) How is industry viewing the Government’s moves to boost jobs and create internships(18:15) Why it's not all rosy in India’s cement industry(28:00) Spotify stocks surge after record net profits and strong growth in paying subscribersListeners! We await your feedback....To collaborate with our Core Brand Studio contact shiva@thecore.inFor more of our coverage check out thecore.in--Support the Core Report--Join and Interact anonymously on our whatsapp channelSubscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Linkedin | Youtube

On Episode 349 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Dr. Shubadha Rao, founder of QuantEco Research as well as Himanshu Parekh, partner at KPMG in India.SHOW NOTES(00:00) The Take: The Gold Mirage(04:21) Can stock markets hold the bounce back?(06:01) The AI Euphoria, how long will it last?(07:44) Cement industry sees more consolidation as capacity stays far ahead of production(10:20) An economy plus tax forward overview from the Union Budget’s proposalsListeners! We await your feedback....To collaborate with our Core Brand Studio contact shiva@thecore.inFor more of our coverage check out thecore.in--Support the Core Report--Join and Interact anonymously on our whatsapp channelSubscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Linkedin | Youtube

This week on The Core Report: Weekend Edition, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Nitin Seth and Siddharth Pai. They tackle some important questions: How can India harness AI's power? Are we using it to solve real-world problems? And can we measure its true value? Nitin Seth, CEO of Incedo Inc, shares insights on AI's potential in business, from risk management to customer experience. Siddharth Pai, a leading tech strategist, discusses the critical role of data policy in shaping AI's future. From the explosive growth of generative AI to the challenges of data quality, this episode offers a comprehensive look at India's AI journey. Tune in. About Siddharth PaiAt the helm of Siana Capital, a venture fund specializing in deep science and technology, Pai’s leadership reflects a commitment to nurturing groundbreaking innovations. Siana Capital’s focus is on supporting start-ups that promise to redefine the tech and science landscapes. About Nitin SethWith over 25 years of experience in the consulting, analytics, and technology services industry, Nitin Seth is the Co-Founder and CEO of Incedo Inc., a US-based firm that helps clients achieve competitive advantage through end-to-end digital transformation. He’s also a best-selling author and speaker on topics such as digital, data and AI, innovation, leadership, and building high-performing teams.For more of our coverage check out thecore.in--Support the Core Report--Join and Interact anonymously on our whatsapp channelSubscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Linkedin | Youtube

On Episode 347 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Captain G R Gopinath, founder and CEO of Deccan Aviation and now Deccan Charters.SHOW NOTES(00:31) The Take(03:43) Markets Look For Fresh Direction(04:20) Jobs, the bottom-up questionListeners! We await your feedback....To collaborate with our Core Brand Studio contact shiva@thecore.inFor more of our coverage check out thecore.in--Support the Core Report--Join and Interact anonymously on our whatsapp channelSubscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Linkedin | Youtube

On Episode 346 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Uday Ved, partner at KNAV & Co.SHOW NOTES(00:31) The Take(07:47) The Stock Markets Seesaw And Settle Down(08:59) Rupee Hits Fresh Record Low(09:43) Takeaways From the Union Budget 2024 with Tax Expert Uday VedListeners! We await your feedback....To collaborate with our Core Brand Studio contact shiva@thecore.inFor more of our coverage check out thecore.in--Support the Core Report--Join and Interact anonymously on our whatsapp channelSubscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Linkedin | Youtube

On Episode 345 The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to BVR Subbu, automotive industry expert and former president of Hyundai Motor India.SHOW NOTES(00:21) The Take(08:05) Stock Markets Price In Budget Positives, Wait For Surprises(09:28) Why Some Car Companies Are Pulling BackListeners! We await your feedback....To collaborate with our Core Brand Studio contact shiva@thecore.inFor more of our coverage check out thecore.in--Support the Core Report--Join and Interact anonymously on our whatsapp channelSubscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Linkedin | Youtube

On Episode 344 The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Dr. Rajanya Ravasia, wealth manager and founder of Adventum Wealth.SHOW NOTES(00:00) The Take(04:00) Stories Of The Day(05:57) Markets weak as tech takes beating. Budget weighs on stocks.(11:44) Are controls on overseas investments slowing flows?Listeners! We await your feedback....To collaborate with our Core Brand Studio contact shiva@thecore.inFor more of our coverage check out thecore.in--Support the Core Report--Join and Interact anonymously on our whatsapp channelSubscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Linkedin | Youtube

This week on The Core Report: Weekend Edition, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Anita Rastogi, Partner at PwC, and Samir Kanabar, Partner at EY. They talk about GST implementation, The complexities of GST, The impact of targeted online gaming regulations, The role of automation and technology in improving tax compliance, the need for new tax slabs and much more.About Anita Rastogi Anita Rastogi is a Partner/Principal - GST & Indirect Taxes at Pricewaterhouse Co & LLP. Ethics Leader - All India (Tax & Regulatory Services). She’s also an advisor to the Network Leadership Development Programme at PwC Global.About Samir KanabarSamir Kanabar has been advising large MNCs, various funds (PE, HF, VC) and real estate developers to structure their investments/projects from tax and regulatory perspectives. Mr Kanabar specialises in International taxation and transfer pricing.For more of our coverage check out thecore.in--Support the Core Report--Join and Interact anonymously on our whatsapp channelSubscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on:Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Linkedin | Youtube