

The Daily Brief
Zerodha
A daily podcast that dives into the biggest stories happening in the Indian markets and the global business landscape.
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Jul 29, 2025 • 25min
NSDL's IPO: Understanding the depository duopoly
Dive into the fierce competition between NSDL and CDSL as they shape India's depository market. Discover how digital transformation is revolutionizing trading and the significance of DMAT accounts. Explore the upcoming market coupling in India's electricity sector, promising efficiency and unity in trading. Additionally, learn about innovative urban housing policies that leverage data for smarter living, and address the challenges facing the IT sector, including AI impacts and recent layoffs.

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Jul 28, 2025 • 24min
From ‘Men Will Be Men’ to ‘Money Will Be Made'
The podcast dives into the recent acquisition of Imperial Blue by Tilaknagar Industries, showcasing the shift toward premium whiskey in India. It also highlights Reliance Industries' impressive profit growth across multiple sectors, including telecom and retail. The discussion touches on Jio's subscriber boom and its strategic pivot towards technology and new energy. Additionally, it addresses the balance between profit and social responsibility in the insurance industry, along with exciting partnerships and trade developments.

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Jul 25, 2025 • 22min
A new pillar for Indian insurance
Explore the innovative partnership between Jio and Allianz that’s shaking up India's reinsurance landscape. Discover how global oil prices heavily impact the Indian economy, driving inflation and consumer behavior. Dive into the complexities of fuel pricing, tax adjustments, and the government's strategies to manage rising costs. Finally, get insights on how these economic shifts relate to broader global relations.

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Jul 24, 2025 • 24min
Milky Mist is going Public - Here’s what you should know
The podcast dives into Milky Mist’s ambitious ₹2000 Crore IPO bid, shedding light on the complexities of India’s dairy industry. It explores the journey of milk from farms to consumers and the regulatory challenges faced by dairy companies. The conversation highlights the importance of efficient logistics for maintaining product freshness. Listeners also learn about Milky Mist's innovative processing methods and the strategic hurdles it faces in a competitive market. It's a deep dive into an industry that impacts everyday life!

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Jul 23, 2025 • 20min
Trading Apps or Online Casinos?
The podcast dives into the shutdown of OctaFX India and its deceptive offshore trading tactics, shedding light on the perils of high-leverage platforms that lure investors with promises of quick profits. It questions Tesla's timing in entering India's automotive market, considering hefty import tariffs and fierce competition. Additionally, the discussion highlights India's economic evolution, focusing on clean energy advancements and a new industrial policy aimed at boosting the service sector. It's a captivating look at the intersection of regulation and innovation.

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Jul 22, 2025 • 23min
A Costly Compromise on Clean Air?
In a thought-provoking dive, the discussion reveals India's rollback on sulfur emission rules, exposing struggles contrasted with successful management elsewhere. The complexities of transitioning to renewable energy, particularly solar manufacturing, take center stage, spotlighting key players and policies. Additionally, exciting developments in India's green energy initiatives, including green hydrogen and major mergers in the Adani Group, showcase the evolving landscape and regulatory shifts within the market.

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Jul 21, 2025 • 22min
Why Businesses react to every Rate Hike
Discover the significance of the Reserve Bank of India's repo rate and its influence on business borrowing and investment trends. Explore how air pollution not only affects health but also hinders economic growth, especially in key sectors like agriculture and transport. Learn about strategic business maneuvers, including Reliance's brand acquisition and the impact of Chinese trade restrictions on India's smartphone sector. Finally, get insights on the rising demand for iron ore in the steel industry, which signals shifting market dynamics.

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Jul 18, 2025 • 21min
To build factories, build homes
The discussion highlights the crucial link between worker housing and India's goal to become a global manufacturing powerhouse. Insufficient accommodation for factory workers poses significant challenges, hindering industrial growth. The podcast also examines recent innovations in quick commerce, particularly Blinkit’s inventory-led approach to delivery. Additionally, it touches on market trends affecting India's IT sector and the evolving landscape of real estate regulations, showcasing the complex dynamics at play in the country’s economic development.

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Jul 17, 2025 • 22min
India's oil laws enter the 21st century
India is shaking up its oil and gas laws, shifting from tight government control to a much more attractive investment climate. There’s a focus on new reforms designed to foster innovation and boost investor confidence. The podcast also dives into competition issues in the decorative paint industry, revealing crucial challenges faced by major players. Plus, hear about the latest in tech advancements and significant regulatory changes aimed at simplifying India's GST framework. A compelling blend of economic insights and industry dynamics!

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Jul 16, 2025 • 22min
How Zee lost trust in its founders
Today’s discussion dives into the dramatic fall of Zee Entertainment, revealing how the Goenka family's trust with shareholders crumbled due to financial missteps. The podcast also tackles the challenges faced by the ONDC platform, exploring its struggle to regain traction in a fiercely competitive e-commerce landscape. Finally, it provides a snapshot of the current state of the Indian economy, touching on key sectors like e-commerce and energy, alongside significant market trends and future outlooks.