JANUARY APRIL 2024
Global Capability Centres drive office leasing in H1 2024, with a 37% share
India's office leasing market is dominated by Global Capability Centres (GCCs), with 37% of total leasing activity in January to June 2024. The country's robust workforce, competitive costs, and established ecosystem make it a key market for GCCs. With a projected 20% growth in GCC presence by 2025, the Indian office market is poised for significant expansion. 67% of GCCs plan to increase their office portfolios by over 10% in the next two years.
July 2024 Horoscope, Zodiac Sign: Check predictions for July 1 to July 7
July astrology predictions and horoscope details are out for all zodiac signs -- Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Cancer, Leo, Virgo, Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius, and Pisces.
ETMarkets Smart Talk: There might be a renewed focus on social expenditure in final Budget 2024: Arun Kumar Poddar
While we strive to reduce our reliance on FIIs, our Systematic Investment Plan (SIP) contributions are reaching record highs, reflecting growing confidence in the Indian markets.
Computerised or paper: UGC-NET exam flip-flop raises questions
Amid the NEET exam leak controversy, another dispute has emerged over the University Grants Commission (UGC) switching the National Eligibility Test (NET) from a computer-based to a paper-based format. ET has learned that the UGC made this format change without a full-strength commission or committee report and recommendations.
NFO Tracker: How new mutual funds launched in 2024 are doing
Discover the top performers like Motilal Oswal Nifty Realty ETF and HDFC Manufacturing Fund, showcasing impressive returns in the market. These funds have attracted significant assets and delivered strong performances within a specific period of time in 2024.
Budget 2024: A look at how India’s inflation panned out within a year before Sitharaman’s key announcements
Budget 2024 India Inflation Rate | Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is set to unveil Budget 2024 amid a focus on India's inflation, a pivotal concern. With inflation easing to a 12-month low of 4.75% in May, the RBI aims for a sustainable 4% target. The budget will navigate challenges like food prices and global uncertainties, shaping economic policies for stability and growth.
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India's economy: A-Z all you need to know before announcement of Union Budget
Union Budget will be announced by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in late July. The report covers key economic indicators, including India's GDP growth at 7.8% in Q4FY24, concerns over consumption expenditure, stable retail inflation at 4.7%, fiscal deficit reduction to 5.6% in FY24, and a narrowing trade deficit | Budget 2024
UK economy grew 0.7% in first quarter of 2024
Britain's economy grew by 0.7% in the first quarter of this year compared to the previous quarter, surpassing an initial estimate of 0.6% growth, according to official figures released on Friday. This data arrives just days before a national election where opinion polls suggest Labour Party leader Keir Starmer may replace Conservative Prime Minister Rishi Sunak.
Australian study visa grants drop sharply in 2024
Australia has experienced a significant decrease of nearly 30% in study visa grants during the first four months of this year, with 74,421 visas granted to offshore applicants from January to April, compared to 104,808 granted in the same period in 2023. This decline, although substantial, is less severe than the 53% drop observed between 2019-20 and 2020-21 due to the pandemic.
China's fiscal revenue drops 2.8% in January-May
China's fiscal revenue declined by 2.8% in the first five months of 2024 compared to the same period last year, reflecting a deepening economic slowdown. Weak demand continued to weigh on the recovery, with fiscal expenditure rising by 3.4% during the same period. In May alone, fiscal revenue was down by 3.2% year-on-year, while fiscal spending grew by 2.6%. China has pledged greater fiscal stimulus to support its economy, including the issuance of special treasury bonds and incentives to boost consumer spending.
Indian tech startup funding logs slight uptick at $4.1 billion in H1
Indian tech startups raised USD 4.1 billion in H1 2024, 4% higher than H2 2023, remaining fourth-highest funded country globally. Insights from Tracxn report highlighted funding trends and volumes in the Indian tech startup landscape.
Diversifying Forex Reserves: RBI bought gold sold securities in April
The value of India’s – essentially the Reserve Bank of India’s – US treasury securities dipped $ 7.1 billion in April to take the value of outstanding US treasury securities’ exposure to $233.5 billion, according to the data released by the US treasury department late on Tuesday.
Industrial production declines to a three-month low of 5% in April
India's Index of Industrial Production (IIP) slowed to 5% in April, a three-month low from 5.4% in March, according to data from the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI). The growth rate was 4.6% in April 2023, a decrease from the previous high of 11.9% in October 2023. The three sectors with the highest growth rates in April 2024 were Mining, Manufacturing, and Electricity.
ITR filing forms for FY 2023-24 (AY 2024-25): Which income tax return form applies to you?
ITR forms: The important part of ITR filing process is to identify the correct the income tax return form applicable to their incomes. Filing income tax return using wrong ITR form will make the filed ITR as defective ITR. Read on to know the correct tax return form applicable to your incomes.
Consumer firms plan IPO; startups on poll mandate
India's public market will see about a dozen consumer companies make a debut on the bourses. More on this in today's ETtech Top 5.
Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha Election Results 2024: Santosh Pandey vs Bhupesh Baghel, check who's winning?
Rajnandgaon, a significant Chhattisgarh Lok Sabha seat, saw voting during Phase 2 of the elections. Known as the 'sanskardhani' of Chhattisgarh, it has a voter count of 16,88,647, with a near balance between male and female voters.
India only nation among top 5 to see growth in steel production
India is the only top five steel producing nation to see growth in production in April, while China, Japan, and the United States experienced a decline. India's steel production rose by 3.6% in April, with a total of 49.5 million tonnes produced from January-April this year.
RBI buys 1.5 times more gold in January-April than whole of 2023
The Reserve Bank held 827. 69 tonnes worth of gold as a part of its foreign exchange reserves as of April 26,2024, up from 805 tonnes as of end December according to the latest Reserve bank of India data.
Domestic air traffic rises to 1.32 crore in April
As many as 1,370 passengers were affected due to denied boarding, with airlines spending Rs 136.23 lakh towards compensation and facilities in this regard, as per the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) data. The data showed there were a total of 32,314 flight cancellations in April and airlines spent Rs 89.26 lakh towards compensation and facilities.
Lok Sabha polls weigh heavily on box office as collections remain below Rs 500 cr for first time since Feb 2023
The general election impacts box office in April as Bollywood films underperform, leading to collections below Rs 500 crore for the first time since February 2023, according to Ormax Media. Despite holidays like Eid and Tamil New Year, only Aavesham crosses Rs 100 crore, with other top grossers including Manjummel Boys and Aadujeevitham - The Goat Life.
Exports up 1% in April, yet trade gap widens
India's goods exports grew 1.06% to $34.99 billion in April, with a trade deficit of $19.1 billion fueled by increased gold imports. Switzerland replaced Russia as a key import source. Challenges include rising petroleum imports and ongoing FTA discussions with the UK.
RTGS, NEFT charges of big banks in April 2024 compared: SBI, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, PNB
RTGS, NEFT charges: NEFT is an electronic fund transfer system in which the transactions received up to a particular time are processed in batches. Contrary to this, in RTGS, the transactions are processed continuously on a transaction-by-transaction basis throughout the day.
Stocks to buy: 5 companies poised for growth in March quarter: Up to 17.2% upside potential
Given the potential for increased volatility in the upcoming months, investing in companies anticipated to deliver strong performance could be a prudent strategy. These firms are expected to deliver a strong performance and offer a cushion against rising volatility. The following are five such companies offering a double-digit price potential.
Best tax saving mutual funds or ELSS to invest in April 2024
Tax -saving mutual funds or Equity Linked Savings Schemes (ELSSs) help you to save income tax under Section 80C of the IT Act. You can invest a maximum of Rs 1.5 lakh in ELSSs and claim tax deductions on your investments every financial year. Are you interested?
April Fools' Day 2024: Why it's celebrated on April 1? What's the history behind it and all you should know
April Fools' Day 2024, celebrated globally, brings joy with pranks and jests, fostering bonds and laughter. In India, it holds cultural significance. From childhood memories of playful tricks to historical roots in 16th century France, the day resonates. Modern times see it evolve digitally, yet caution is urged to ensure humor doesn't cross boundaries.
Stock market holidays in April: BSE, NSE to remain closed on these 2 days
Indian stock exchanges NSE and BSE will be closed on April 11 for Eid-Ul-Fitr and April 17 for Ramnavmi. Diwali and Muhurat Trading on November 1.
Credit card rules to NPS: 6 important money-related changes that will come into effect in April 2024
Money changes in April 2024: Let us look at six important financial changes that will come into effect in April 2024.
New credit card rules in April 2024: Changes to credit card rules of SBI Card, ICICI Bank, Axis Bank, Yes Bank
New credit card rules: Credit card holders of SBI Card, ICICI Bank, Axis Bank, Yes Bank should note the following changes that will come into effect in April 2024.
US Visa Bulletin for April 2024: Significant advances in dates for Green Card applicants from India
The April 2024 Visa Bulletin shows significant advancement in Final Action Dates and Dates for Filings for Indian applicants under different Green Card categories. The bulletin provides important information on EB adjustments, application processing, and wait times for green cards. It also highlights the different employment-based preferences and eligibility criteria.
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