INDIA INC
India Inc, beware! A wave of resignations is headed your way As much as 86% of 5,562 professionals who responded to a survey put together by job portal Naukri.com for ET said they would be actively looking out for new jobs now that appraisals were over. About 39% of the respondents said their appraisals had b...
07 Jul, 2024, 10.44 AM ISTIndia Inc senior keen to book C-Suite for pros under 50 Traditional groups cap CXO age at 50. A mid-fifties candidate was overlooked. Younger CEOs/CXOs, preferred for tech adaptability post-pandemic, fit the 'sweet spot' age aiding old economy firms. Pawan Goenka noted internal grooming. Rajiv Dube favor...
06 Jul, 2024, 11.56 PM ISTIndia Inc registers 501 deals valued at USD 21.4 bn in Q2 2024: Grant Thornton Grant Thornton Bharat's Q2 2024 report shows 501 deals worth USD 21.4 billion. Despite a 28% value decrease post Reliance-Disney mega-merger, domestic investment and private equity remain strong. High-value deals (over USD 100 million) rose 58% with...
05 Jul, 2024, 09.06 PM IST
Regulatory pressure, push from leadership lead to better compliance standards in India Inc: EY report A new report from EY shows India Inc.'s improved adherence to compliance and integrity standards, driven by regulatory pressure and management focus. The survey highlights key factors like policy developments, leadership role, and customer demand fo...
05 Jul, 2024, 02.16 PM IST'Good FATF rating to help India Inc raise overseas funds without elaborate background checks' India has been given a good FATF rating, allowing domestic companies to access overseas investments without extensive background checks and enhanced due diligence processes. The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) praised India for its high level of ...
28 Jun, 2024, 08.12 PM ISTIndia Inc's CSR spends on sports likely to surge in next few years The foundations of several companies, such as the Reliance, Tata Steel, JSW, Hindustan Zinc and SKF India, have been supporting sports as part of their corporate social responsibility (CSR) commitments. However, the data on whether there has been an...
26 Jun, 2024, 03.41 PM ISTSom Distilleries & Breweries' child labour incident casts a cloud over India Inc's supply chains Listed company SDBL in Bhopal rescued 58 children from child labour. Bachpan Bachao Andolan aided in rescue operation. While listed companies themselves rarely engage in child labour practices, they can become inadvertently connected to such practic...
19 Jun, 2024, 08.08 AM ISTIndia Inc braces for revenue uncertainties in Q1 on slow govt spending, monsoon onset: Icra Corporates are preparing for revenue uncertainties in the April-June period due to a slowdown in government spending and the onset of the monsoon season, as reported by domestic rating agency Icra. Sequential revenue growth is expected to taper in t...
17 Jun, 2024, 11.19 PM ISTIndia Inc's high-flyers in for a travel treat; overseas tour, meet-ups with celebs among unique rewards Corporates across sectors such as banking, auto and insurance have loosened their purse strings for top performers, partners and distributors this season and are rewarding them with unique travel experiences, luxury watches and bags as well as catch...
14 Jun, 2024, 08.23 PM ISTLook forward to bolder reforms: India Inc on Modi govt 3.0 Narendra Modi was sworn in as Prime Minister at the Rashtrapati Bhavan, becoming only the second PM after Jawaharlal Nehru to secure a third consecutive term.
10 Jun, 2024, 04.01 PM ISTIndia Inc cheers continuity at the Centre, but rues fragility Indian industry leaders express confidence in the economy's resilience despite the NDA-BJP government's unexpected outcome without an absolute majority. They anticipate policy continuity but caution about potential hurdles due to a stronger oppositi...
06 Jun, 2024, 07.57 AM ISTCapital needs to remain high for Indian corporates: Moody's Moody's Ratings reported on Thursday that Indian corporates face high capital requirements for capacity expansion and growth spending. 16 out of 23 rated companies are estimated to need USD 70-100 billion annually over the next two years. While dome...
30 May, 2024, 04.20 PM ISTCapital goods train delay hits India Inc's capex plans as manufacturers in China & Southeast Asia embark on their own expansion plans Geopolitical tensions and the Red Sea crisis have increased delivery times for machinery, affecting production lines and capital goods planning for Indian companies like Amber Group and Havells India.
30 May, 2024, 05.30 AM ISTWriting is easy, not living: Challenges in implementing family business constitutions Numerous families face difficulties in actualizing the principles outlined in the document into practical, everyday reality. We discuss here the key challenges encountered in implementing a family business constitution.
22 May, 2024, 08.32 PM ISTStrategies for effective implementation of family business constitutions This article explores strategies for the effective implementation and bridging the divide between the aspirational ideals outlined in the constitution and the lived reality of day-to-day interactions, long-term strategies, decision-making processes,...
22 May, 2024, 08.29 PM ISTIndia Inc raises record debt capital in FY24 India Inc raised more debt capital in FY24 compared to the previous fiscal, with increased interest from both local and overseas investors in Indian companies. According to the Reserve Bank of India's state of the economy report, bond issuances duri...
21 May, 2024, 07.14 PM ISTIndia Inc embraces gender-neutral parental leave policies for inclusive work environment India Inc revamps parental leave policies to support changing family structures and foster inclusion. Companies like Colgate-Palmolive and Hindustan Unilever introduce gender-neutral initiatives. Volvo Group and Standard Chartered enhance parental l...
18 May, 2024, 11.10 PM ISTIndian companies show interest in impact investing but face challenges: Deloitte CSR survey Deloitte India's CSR preparedness survey reveals that only 28% of Indian organizations feel very prepared for impact investing, despite high interest. The study shows a shift towards CSR as a strategic driver of corporate strategy, with increased in...
14 May, 2024, 12.57 PM ISTIndia Inc hunts for new cyber warriors Corporate India is actively seeking cybersecurity professionals amidst rising concerns over data breaches, evolving regulatory requirements, and the emergence of advanced artificial intelligence platforms. To address vulnerabilities in security cont...
12 May, 2024, 08.06 AM ISTIndia Inc drives better food choices for employees Indian corporate cafeterias prioritize employee well-being and productivity by promoting healthy food choices like millets, keto bowls, ragi balls, salads, seeds, and jaggery. Influenced by social media, companies like SAP and Tata Motors lead the t...
03 May, 2024, 09.02 PM IST