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GST 2.0: A Turning Point for India’s Consumption-Led Growth

Introduction to GST The Goods and Services Tax (GST), rolled out in July 2017, marked one of India’s most significant indirect tax reforms. It subsumed multiple central and state levies—excise, service tax, VAT, octroi—into a unified structure designed to simplify taxation, enhance compliance, and boost transparency. Its introduction created a “One Nation, One Tax” framework

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Market Outlook for the month: September 25

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By Research desk August 2025 Market Performance Recap: Indian equities extended their decline in August 2025, marking a second straight month of weakness after nearly four months of steady gains. The Nifty fell 1.4% and the Sensex slipped 1.7%, while midcaps and smallcaps saw sharper corrections, down 2.9% and 4.1% respectively. The mood was weighed

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National Securities Depository Limited (NSDL) – IPO Review

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Company Overview National Securities Depository Ltd. (NSDL), incorporated in 1996, is India’s first and largest securities depository and a SEBI-registered Market Infrastructure Institution (MII). The company played a pioneering role in the dematerialisation of securities in India. As of March 31, 2025, NSDL holds an ~86.8% share of the total value of dematerialised securities under

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Market Outlook for the month: July 25

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By Research desk June 2025 Market Performance Recap: The Indian stock market demonstrated robust positive momentum in June 2025, with key indices closing the month with significant gains, largely buoyed by favorable domestic policy actions and supportive global cues. The benchmark NIFTY50 concluded June with approximately 3.10% gains, while the BSE SENSEX also showed a

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Travel Food Services Ltd – IPO review

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Company Overview Travel Food Services Ltd. (TFS), incorporated in 2009, is one of India’s leading players in the airport-based food and hospitality sector. The company operates 442 Travel Quick Service Restaurants (QSRs) and 37 premium lounges across major travel hubs in India, Malaysia, and Hong Kong. TFS’s outlets span across 127 brands (including international, regional,

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Market Outlook for the month: June 25

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By Research desk May 2025 Market Performance Recap: The Indian stock market demonstrated resilience and positive momentum in May 2025, ending the month with gains across key indices despite periods of consolidation. The benchmark NIFTY50 concluded May with approximately 1.7% gains, while the BSE SENSEX also showed a positive trend for the month. As of

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SIF (Specialized Investment Funds): SEBI’s Hybrid Investment Vehicle for HNIs

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The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has introduced a Specialized Investment Fund (SIF), a new category of investment products effective from April 1, 2025, to bridge the gap between traditional Mutual Funds (MFs) and Portfolio Management Services (PMS). SIFs offer a combination of the structure and regulation of mutual funds with the flexibility

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Indian Budget Breakdown 2025

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Overview: The Union Budget 2025-26 sets the stage for India’s next phase of economic expansion, balancing fiscal prudence with targeted investments. With a focus on sustaining the country’s growth momentum, the government has outlined a comprehensive strategy that emphasizes infrastructure development, employment generation, and inclusive progress. The budget reinforces India’s long-term vision of Viksit Bharat,

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Market Outlook for the month: Nov 24

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Market Slump Deepens as Global and Domestic Pressures Persist: In October 2024, the Nifty 50 and S&P BSE Sensex suffered notable drops of 6.22% and 5.83%, making this their weakest monthly performance since March 2020. Driven by a mix of global and domestic pressures, Indian equities declined sharply, with key indices hitting new lows for

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Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) vs. New Pension Scheme (NPS): What You Need to Know

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Introduction: The introduction of the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) has sparked debate among government employees regarding whether to remain in the New Pension Scheme (NPS) or switch to the newly introduced UPS. With its launch on August 24, the UPS blends aspects of the Old Pension Scheme (OPS) and the NPS. The decision for employees

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