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Mar 4, 2023 • 9min

How to avoid a YouTube pump and dump

In today’s episode for 4th March 2023, we explore the world of pump and dump operations and the red flags to look out for. But before we get to the story, I have a question for you. Have your heard about the Mutual fund company whose schemes have topped the charts in 2020, 2021 and 2022? It's an incredibly story about a company whose name you may not have heard before. And in this YouTube video, we explain exactly what is happening here and whether you should consider investing in these schemes as well. Click here to watch the video.
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Mar 3, 2023 • 9min

Axis Mutual Fund Saga: Why do some people cheat?

10 months ago, we wrote about the front-running scandal that rocked Axis Mutual Fund. Now SEBI, the capital markets regulator, has published a 96-page report of their initial findings and we just couldn’t ignore it. So in today’s episode for 3rd March 2023, we dive into the murky world of front-running once again. But take it one step further — why do people indulge in such practices? Also here's a quick sidenote from Team Ditto. If you're someone who has experience in recruitment especially from Colleges,  Ditto is looking to hire a Campus Recruiter. So if you're interested or know someone who is, please click this link.
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Mar 2, 2023 • 7min

An export visa for Goan Feni?

This week, LiveMint published a story about how the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority or the APEDA is trying to promote the export of Goan Feni (traditional liquor). But this sort of discussion has been going on for a while now. And in today’s episode for 2nd March 2023, we decided to explore why taking Feni out of Goa’s borders hasn’t been smooth sailing so far.
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Mar 1, 2023 • 7min

The debate over stock buybacks

A couple of days ago, legendary investor Warren Buffett published his annual letter. And he showered praise on stock buybacks. On the other hand, just a month ago, President Joe Biden criticized companies that indulged in the practice. He wanted to tax buybacks heavily. So in today’s episode for 1st March 2023, we explain why stock buybacks are such a contentious issue.
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Feb 28, 2023 • 8min

How FreeDish is killing Cable and DTH

Last week, 45 million cable TV subscribers in India had the shock of their lives when they switched on their TVs. They’d lost access to many channels. And it wasn’t their fault. They’d paid the bills. But their Cable TV operator hadn’t. These operators were busy protesting against a price hike by broadcasters such as Sony and Zee. And that got us thinking — what’s the state of TV viewership in India these days? So in today’s episode for 28th February 2023, we tell you how cable TV and Direct-To-Home (DTH) services are facing an existential crisis.
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Feb 27, 2023 • 7min

Understanding Pakistan’s economic crisis

In today's episode for 27th February 2023, we see what is ailing Pakistan's economy
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Feb 25, 2023 • 8min

Why the government is unhappy with Hindustan Zinc

In today's episode for 25th February 2023, we explain why a decision by Hindustan Zinc, a former Public Sector Enterprise, to buy mines in Africa is annoying the Indian government
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Feb 24, 2023 • 8min

The quick death of quick commerce?

In today’s episode for 24th February 2023, we explain the rise and fall of 10-minute grocery delivery Before we get to today's story, here's a quick sidenote from Team Ditto. If you're someone who has experience in recruitment especially from Colleges,  Ditto is looking to hire a Campus Recruiter. So if you're interested or know someone who is, please click this link
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Feb 23, 2023 • 6min

A court case that could change the internet forever?

In today’s episode for 23rd February 2023, we explain why everyone is talking about an obscure US law known as Section 230
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Feb 22, 2023 • 7min

An explainer on Transfer Pricing

The Indian Tax Authorities ‘surveyed’ BBC last week. They wanted a peek into some transactions they found suspicious. And one of the allegations apparently levelled against the British media house is that it flouted something called the ‘transfer pricing’ regulations. So in today’s episode for 22nd February 2023, we thought we’d explain a bit about this specific part of the tax world today.

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