It is evident that the current form of nationalisation cannot stand up to the challenges posed by globalisation. Image: Shutterstock The United States presidential results are recently out with Donald Trump, with his nationalist slogan “Make America Great Again” emerging as the clear winner. In Argentina, one of Trump’s biggest admirers, Javier Milei, defeated his … Read more
Bitcoin surpassed $100,000 for the first time, driven by optimism around US President-elect Donald Trump’s crypto-friendly stance Image: Shutterstock Bitcoin surpassed $100,000 for the first time, driven by optimism around US President-elect Donald Trump’s crypto-friendly stance, earlier today. The cryptocurrency has more than doubled in value this year, with a 45 percent increase since Trump’s … Read more
Ajay Piramal, chairman of PEL Image: Mexy Xavier A roller-coaster ride in business cycles and risks has impacted the fortunes of India’s richest. Banks and non-banking financial companies (NBFC) have been particularly at risk, where underwriting risks and credit costs have been rising as have bad loans in both retail and wholesale lending. This has … Read more
Image: Shutterstock Soil is often overlooked as a resource, but it is critical not just when it comes to food production but also in mitigating climate change. In India, where agriculture sustains over 60 percent of the population, healthy soil is essential not only for food security but also for climate resilience. However, soil degradation, … Read more
ESG factors are increasingly becoming a strategic choice for long-term economic viability and success. Image: Shutterstock Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) and sustainability may have sounded like the indie band everyone claimed to love, but no one listened. But not so anymore. According to a PwC survey, 49 percent of investors are willing to divest … Read more
Graeme Smith, Former South Africa captain and the commissioner of the domestic T20 league Image: Brenton Geach/ AFP As South Africa’s most successful cricket captain, Graeme Smith has forged his nerves in steel. He took over the reins post the team’s shock exit from the 2003 World Cup, at a time it was still reeling … Read more
Subhasri, MD and CEO, Shriram Capital Pvt. Ltd. Image: Srimanikandan for Forbes India Subhasri has spent three decades with the Shriram Group, rising through the ranks to become CFO and, more recently, the MD and CEO of Shriram Capital. Throughout her career, she has viewed challenges as opportunities to prove her worth, which she believes … Read more
Ahmet Olmustur, Chief Commercial Officer, Turkish Airlines. Image: Courtesy Turkish Airlines Turkish Airlines has been serving passengers since 1933, and flies to more countries than any other airline in the world. This includes 351 destinations in 130 countries. In the past few years, Türkiye has seen a significant increase in the number of Indian travellers … Read more
By embracing experimentation, aligning efforts with customer priorities and sharing value among stakeholders, companies can drive positive change while securing long-term success. Image: Shutterstock In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, the pursuit of sustainability has become increasingly vital. With consumers, investors and employees placing greater emphasis on responsible corporate behaviour, businesses must navigate this shift … Read more
L-R: Subhakanta Bal, MD, Naina Lal Kidwai, senior advisor., Chandresh Ruparel, MD & India head, Aalok Shah, MD and co-head India, Rothschild & Co. Image: Apoorva Salkade for Forbes India The rise of Indian entrepreneurship has been accompanied by a concomitant increase in deal making and fundraising. Nowhere is this trend clearer than in … Read more