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Envisioning a career in legaltech? Check out the in-demand roles, skills & more
The widespread adoption of technology has transformed the legal industry, giving rise to 'legaltech.' Legaltech offers various opportunities, including roles for tech innovators, product managers, and consultants. Hemant Krishna from Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co. notes that AI has significantly boosted the legal tech industry's prominence.
India prepares first comprehensive list of fauna
India, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, is at the forefront of global biodiversity conservation efforts, as showcased by the unveiling of the Fauna of India Checklist Portal encompassing over 1,00,000 species. The country's commitment is evident through initiatives like 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' and projects like the cheetah relocation program.
BFSI captives hunt for leadership talent
Executive search firms ET spoke to said candidates from product organisations are tapped for technology hiring, and for non-technical roles, domain and functional expertise remain paramount. Compensation ranges at around Rs 1 crore for those with 18-25 years of experience. For CFO roles, packages could be in the range between Rs 2-4 crores.
Tech boom leads global markets through first half of 2024
The first half of 2024 was marked by soaring mega caps, political uncertainties, and remarkable movements in commodities and emerging markets. From Nvidia's market value surge to Japan's weakening yen and the rise of cryptocurrencies, the period reflected a mix of challenges and opportunities shaping the global economy.
Quant Mutual Fund answers FAQs on Sebi probe, returns expectations
Stating that there was no further action from SEBI int the suspected front running case in which it is being probed, Quant Mutual Fund today assured investors in a communique that the fund house is functioning normally and its performance would be at par with its style.
Emkay Investment Managers launches Emkay Capital Builder Fund AIF
The Emkay Capital Builder AIF is designed to generate long-term capital appreciation for investors through a carefully curated portfolio of equity and equity-related securities. The fund will maintain a multi-cap portfolio comprising approximately 20-25 stocks, ensuring a diversified and balanced investment strategy.
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Only comprehensive reform can enable UNSC to effectively manage global conflicts: India
India has urged for urgent reforms to the UN Security Council as the United Nations approaches its 80th anniversary next year, emphasizing the need to expand both its permanent and non-permanent categories to manage current global conflicts more effectively. This call was made by Pratik Mathur, Minister in India's Permanent Mission to the UN, during a UN General Assembly debate on the Annual Report of the UN Security Council.
Eurozone business activity slows on French vote risk
Euro-area private-sector business activity lost momentum as France's snap election outcome weighs on firms. S&P Global's PMI fell to 50.8 in June, disappointing analysts. Europe's economy, recovering from last year's recession, faces challenges.
RBI to ease compliance burden while fine tuning regulations to address evolving risks
RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das emphasized the importance of strong governance and resilient financial systems at the global conference on financial resilience. Highlighting new guidelines set for release next month, Das noted the need for clear roles and responsibilities for boards and executive management, balancing business growth with robust risk management to ensure long-term success
RBI's timely action reduced vulnerabilities in unsecured loans: Shaktikanta Das
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Shaktikanta Das announced on Thursday that timely actions by the central bank have helped in moderating vulnerabilities related to unsecured loans. This statement was made during the Second Global Conference on Financial Resilience organized by the College of Supervisors.
Charting the global economy: Fed holds; BOJ leaves yen at risk
Federal Reserve officials expect only one interest-rate cut this year, while the Bank of Japan delays details on bond buying. Far-right parties in Europe influence elections and impact the euro's value.
Reputation damage in India most severe impact of frauds: KPMG survey
Regulatory changes have not succeeded in reducing frauds, with 79% respondents identifying no reduction, the survey said. Key areas prone to frauds include procurement (50%), sales and distribution (30%), e-commerce (11%), manpower (6%) and inventory (3%).
Learn with ETMarkets: How inflation impacts INR & what currency traders should do?
The Indian Rupee (INR) is influenced by global economic trends, inflation, recession fears, and geopolitical tensions. Traders should monitor inflation, anticipate capital flows, and use hedging strategies in the forex market.
Euro slips to one-month low as Macron calls French election
The euro fell as French President Emmanuel Macron called a shock election after far-right gains in European Parliament elections. U.S. nonfarm payrolls data showed job growth exceeding expectations, impacting Fed rate cut expectations.
Not just employers with benefits! India Inc looks to be more to woo talent
Corporate India is offering new-age benefits, realizing that attracting and retaining talent requires more than just high salaries. Cos offer new-age perks like cash for self-development, health insurance for siblings and pet care to woo talent
Answer to India’s critical minerals requirement lie in India’s extended neighbourhood
India is exploring critical minerals in Latin America for EVs, but a solution may be closer in Kazakhstan. The country has reserves of critical minerals that can support India's clean energy goals.
Sebi forms committee to review ownership, economic structure of clearing corporations
Sebi forms committee chaired by Usha Thorat to review ownership and economic structure of clearing corporations for resilience and neutrality.
China's manufacturing surges, Caixin PMI shows, but global risks grow
To counter soft domestic demand and a years-long property crisis, China has boosted infrastructure investment and ploughed funds into high-tech manufacturing to bolster the broader economy this year.
Stock picks of the week: 5 stocks with consistent score improvement and upside potential of up to 41%
The street has got what it was looking for, exit polls predicting a win of NDA which essentially continues the policy making framework which has been in place for the last ten years and has been working well for the economy. There is another thing which will happen, there are going to be some areas which will get more focus in the coming days. So, next we might see some sectors and stocks doing extremely well, while others may continue to be laggards. These selected stocks depict a strong upward trajectory in their overall average score which is based on five key pillars i.e. earnings, fundamentals, relative valuation, risk and price momentum. This implies that there has been a significant improvement in their market outlook in the given time frame.
Stock picks of the week: 5 stocks with consistent score improvement and upside potential of up to 39%
Just before the start of the final phase of the general elections 2024 was to take place, there was a clear indication that it is bulls who are in control of the market. There are no two opinions, that a continuity in policy making will make the markets move upward very sharply. A glimpse of that will come in Monday’s trading session, when the impact of the exit poll result gets played out. So, with the base case assumption that the policy making will continue, we take things forward but continue with our principle stand that If one is taking fresh exposure to equity, ensure that there is some level of quality as far as the business and fundamentals are concerned.These selected stocks depict a strong upward trajectory in their overall average score which is based on five key pillars i.e. earnings, fundamentals, relative valuation, risk and price momentum. This implies that there has been a significant improvement in their market outlook in the given time frame.
Shedding light on weight loss struggles among diabetics
Diabetes cases in India are rising, with 101 million individuals affected according to ICMR- INDIAB data. The International Diabetes Federation projects a 46% increase in global diabetes cases by 2045.
Staying with good business & strong management: 5 largecap stocks from different sectors with upside potential of up to 37%
After a phase of calm, volatility is back on the street. Somehow word volatility got associated with bearish trend, while it might appear strange to some, the fact is that even volatility has a bias and that can be toward bulls also. That is the reason why in this volatile phase, Nifty made a new high. So, rather than fearing a word it is better to understand it. Similarly when it comes to investing, it is important to understand that while events can impact the price in the short term. In the long term, things which matter is the underlying business, strength and quality of the balance sheet, ability and experience of the management. Whether it is pre-election or post election, always have a look at the above three when investing your hard earned money.
Capital and asset quality of banks, NBFCs remain healthy, says RBI in its annual report
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) released its annual report on Thursday. It highlighted that the capital and asset quality of banks and Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) have stayed robust. This has fostered growth in bank credit and domestic activity for the financial year 2024.
Over 50 pc of world's mangroves at risk of collapse, climate change leading factor: IUCN
Global mangrove assessment reveals over half at risk, 1 in 5 severely, due to climate change and threats like deforestation. IUCN's Red List used to measure health of ecosystems.
IMF knocks Biden’s China tariffs as risk to US, world growth
President Joe Biden revealed significant tariff increases on various Chinese imports, such as electric vehicles, as part of an effort to strengthen domestic manufacturing in key industries.
Asia stocks rally on renewed global rate cut optimism
Sterling was steady at $1.2515, having touched over two-week low of $1.2446 on Thursday after Bank of England (BoE) paved the way for the start of rate cuts as soon as next month.
Cutting exposure to capital goods, industrial; waiting for IT to bottom out: Devina Mehra
Devina Mehra of First Global reflects on the market's consensus shift towards capital goods, emphasizing the need to monitor potential sector peaks. She also discusses stock market volatility, election impact, and risk management strategies for smallcap stocks. Mehra says: "We have added a few commodity stocks in our last rebalance -- some amount of metal, steel, etc, and even some cement."
Cyber attack, data breach among top risks for businesses in India: Survey
The biennial survey said that India's dependency on technology is likely to increase with the widespread adoption of digital infrastructure like the Unified Payments Interface, Aadhaar, and Open Network for Digital Commerce. "With increasing digitisation, cybercrimes continue to become rampant with costs and complexities associated with such breaches forcing organisations to look at risk mitigation and transfer mechanisms to better manage cyber risks," the survey noted.
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