UpFront
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Cracking the code for high growth, low inflation
Policymakers gave growth a chance at the cost of inflation, but now they are struggling to put the genie back in the bottle, even as growth remains elusive. Can rate hikes do the job?
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Mind The GAAP: How loss-making companies adjust numbers to show they are profitable
Several new-age companies—listed as well as privately held—resort to accounting acrobatics to make their earnings appear more palatable. Though 'adjusted' and non-GAAP metrics can't be questioned legally, pro-forma earnings tend to put the entities on a morally sticky wicket
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IDBI Bank divestment: Strong optics and no hidden surprises lure potential buyers
A healthy deposit franchise, wide reach, profitability and near complete provision for bad loans make the bank's case stronger as the government aims to complete the process in FY24. But synergising work cultures, strengthening technology and finding the right price are issues that need to be tackled
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Bookstrapping: Ganesh Natarajan and Ejaz Ghani offer a collection of essays to simplify India's post-independence journey
The simplicity and foundational nature of the arguments in the book are akin to your grandmother reminding you of truths too inconvenient to implement. Bookstrapping rating: 3.5 stars
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Simply Speaking: Why brands need to be woke by design
Great brands are a force for positive social change. They design their businesses and products to address social issues. This brand-as-business approach to bettering the world is a profound leap forward in supporting the case for capitalism as a practical way to a better world
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How small and mid-sized Indian ad agencies find their mojo, and grow
Independent creative shops stay away from pitches if they do not get paid for the time and effort they put into developing strategies and creatives
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MC Stan: The latest celebrity brand to emerge from Bigg Boss 16
The rapper is the latest to benefit from a Bigg Boss boost with partnership deals and endorsements pouring in just 48 hours after winning the reality show. His talent management agency has received over 20 offers from brands
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Allcargo: Proving its mettle in a tough business
The logistics company has built an enviable bouquet of offerings. Why then are the markets not impressed?
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Suresh Sambandam's long march to success at SaaS company Kissflow
After almost 20 years, this entrepreneur has set himself up for the bigger leagues
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From Air India's massive deal with Airbus and Boeing to turmoil at Adani group, here are our most-read stories of the week
Conversation with the Sharks on Shark Tank India, Jet Airways' revival path, and the out-of-the-box approach of Sanjeev Sanyal, Member, EAC-PM are some of the stories that piqued the interest of our readers this week
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When founders become popular, they can serve as role models for aspiring entrepreneurs: Amit Jain
Amit Jain, chief executive officer and co-founder, CarDekho, talks about his debut at Shark Tank India Season 2, the importance of women and small-town entrepreneurs, and why businesses need to stay lean to succeed