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UK economy grew by more than expected in May, helped by house-building
Britain's economic output increased by 0.4% in May, a higher than expected increase, largely due to a surge in housing construction. The Office for National Statistics data showed a broad-based increase in services, manufacturing, and construction industries, with the housing sector contributing to a 1.9% increase. The economy expanded by 0.9% over the three months to May, the strongest since January 2022.
Sattva Group targets 85 pc growth in housing sales to Rs 6,500 cr this fiscal: MD Bijay Agarwal
Realty firm Sattva Group is bullish on India's housing market and will launch many projects to achieve 85 per cent growth in sales of residential properties to around Rs 6,500 crore this fiscal, a top company official said. In the 2023-24, Bengaluru-based Sattva Group achieved sales bookings of Rs 3,500 crore.
Indian office market shows strong growth in H1 2024
The Indian office market showcased resilience in H1 2024 with significant office leasing and new supply growth. Occupiers' confidence, highlighted by major players like HCL Technologies and Tech Mahindra, spurred demand for quality office spaces.
Unity Small Finance Bank inks pact to acquire office space worth Rs 393 crore
The developer of the Santacruz project received a letter of intimation (LOI) and approval from the Slum Rehabilitation Authority for the project in August 2023. It has also acquired additional land adjacent to the existing plot and is expected to apply for an amended LOI and approvals to include the additional land too.
Cleartrip appoints Anuj Rathi as chief business and growth officer
Anuj Rathi has been appointed as the chief business and growth officer of Cleartrip, Flipkart's travel booking unit, replacing Ayyappan R. He announced this in a LinkedIn post on Thursday.
IT companies go startups way, appoint chief growth officers
Facing a cautious market and clients tightening their purse strings, IT companies are adopting a strategy from startups and web commerce: creating a new C-suite role – the chief growth officer (CGO).
PNB plans to expand its overseas footprint, to open representative office in Dubai
State-owned Punjab National Bank is set to establish a representative office in Dubai, expanding its global presence. With board approval secured, regulatory clearance is underway. The bank aims to enhance profitability by focusing on various portfolios and increasing non-interest income while maintaining credit cost below 1%.
Wipro bags $500 million deal from US communications provider
The large deal win comes just two months after its new CEO Srinivas Pallia took charge following the resignation of its former chief Thierry Delaporte just seven days into the new fiscal year 2025.
FY24 GDP growth at 8.2 pc great news for India: Panagariya
Arvind Panagariya, the chairman of the 16th Finance Commission, praised India's GDP growth rate of 8.2% for the fiscal year 2023-24, calling it "great news for India." However, the National Statistical Office (NSO) reported that India's economy grew at a four-quarter low of 7.8% in the March quarter. The GDP growth rate for the fiscal year 2023-24 surpassed the 7% recorded in the previous fiscal year. ICRA Chief Economist Aditi Nayar noted a sequential slowdown driven by investment activity, while PHDCCI President Sanjeev Agrawal highlighted the growth as a reflection of efforts towards "Viksit Bharat by 2047."
Kotak Bank's credit profile to improve over next 12 months: S&P
Despite the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) restriction on onboarding new customers online and issuing fresh credit cards, Kotak Mahindra Bank is expected to improve its credit and funding profile over the next 12 months, according to S&P Global Ratings analyst Nikita Anand. Although the restrictions may impact the bank's growth and profitability, particularly in its high-yielding credit card segment, the bank has made significant technological advancements, including hiring a Chief Technology Officer.
Zerodha’s Nikhil Kamath picks up 7% stake in Infra.Market subsidiary for Rs 166 crore
In December 2023, ET had reported that Infra.Market had sold a 10% stake in RDC Concrete for $20 million to public market investors led by Ashish Rameshchandra Kacholia. The round saw participation from investors such as Capri Global Family Office, Verity Knowledge Solutions CEO Sumeet Kanwar and Abhijeet Pai-led Wear Steels.
Global capability centres lease 17% more space in FY24
Global capability centres (GCCs) increased their space usage by 17% in FY 2023-24, reaching 22.5 million sq ft, driven by engineering, BFSI, and technology sectors, according to CBRE. GCCs are a key driver in India's office sector, projected to lease 40-45 million sq ft by 2025, with India hosting over 1,900 GCCs.
KITES Senior Care and Columbia Pacific Communites set to merge for one of India's largest senior living firms
Columbia Pacific Communites is set to merge with Kites Senior Care, forming one of India's largest senior living firms. The merger is expected to benefit Columbia Pacific Communities, which has a net worth of over Rs 25 crore. The merger is expected to boost the company's bed capacity to over 1,000 within the next six quarters. Kites Senior Care, a leading provider of out-of-hospital geriatric care services, secured an investment of Rs 45 crore from Ranjan Pai's MEMG Family Office Fund in March 2024.
Indian economy likely grew at weakest pace in a year in Jan-March, says Reuters poll
India's economy likely experienced its slowest growth in a year during the January-March quarter, attributed to weak domestic demand, according to a Reuters poll of economists. This follows a surprising 8.4% GDP growth in the October-December quarter, boosted by a sharp drop in subsidies that artificially increased net indirect taxes, while gross value added (GVA) grew by 6.5%. For the January-March period, GDP growth is expected to have slowed to 6.7%, with GVA growth at 6.2%.
Nikhil Kamath, Manyavar family office may join A91 in Rare Rabbit’s Rs 500 crore funding
Bootstrapped till now, Rare Rabbit clocked revenue of over Rs 600 crore in fiscal 2024, with an operating profit of more than Rs 100 crore, as per sources in the know. Along with Rare Rabbit, the brand's parent company Radhamani Textiles also owns women's premium fashion brand Rareism and everyday wear brand Articale.
Smartworks expands Pune portfolio, leases entire 6 lakh sq ft tower in Balewadi
Smartworks leases tower in Pune's Balewadi for coworking with 8,000 desks. The Indian market has become one of the fastest-growing centers for flexible office spaces, driven by the rising demand for adaptable workspace solutions from large corporations and dynamic startups worldwide, especially after the Covid-19 pandemic.
Fusion MicroFinance to raise $25 mn from DFC
Fusion MicroFinance is raising $25 million from the US International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) for growth capital, following a $20 million loan facility. The micro loan lender has already received $20 million from DFC. Fusion, founded in 2010, has assets under management of Rs 11,476 crore.
Nine in 10 Indian knowledge workers use AI in workplace: Report
A recent study by Microsoft and LinkedIn revealed that 92% of Indian knowledge workers utilize artificial intelligence in the workplace, with 91% of business leaders recognizing the need for AI adoption to remain competitive. The report highlights the impact of AI on work dynamics, career growth opportunities, and the rise of AI-savvy professionals shaping the future workforce.
India's Industrial Production growth rate slows to 4.9% in March 2024
The data released by the National Statistical Office (NSO) showed that the manufacturing sector's output grew 5.2 per cent in March 2024, from 5 per cent in February.
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