Starbucks’ Grand Indian Expansion: Targeting 1,000 Stores by 2028
Ambitious Growth Plan Tata Starbucks has announced a significant expansion in India, aiming to increase its store count from the current 390 to 1,000 by 2028. This move reflects the company’s confidence in India’s rapidly growing economy and evolving coffee culture. Strategic Developments The expansion strategy includes opening a new store every three days, focusing […]
IndiGo’s New Pricing Strategy: Rs 2,000 for Premium Front Row Seats
Introduction: Hike in Charges for Front Row Seats IndiGo, one of the leading airlines in India, has recently updated its seat selection charges. Passengers opting for extra legroom in the front row of their aircraft will now face increased charges. Specifically, selecting a window or aisle seat in the front row of an A321 aircraft, […]
Adani Green’s Proactive Move: Pre-Paying Bonds Eight Months Ahead of Maturity
Overview of Adani Green’s Bold Financial Step Adani Green Energy Ltd (AGEL), a part of the diversified Adani Group, has made a significant move in the financial market by announcing its plan to pre-pay $750 million worth of bonds. This decision, taken eight months before the bonds’ maturity date in September 2024, is a clear […]
Bajaj Auto’s Strategic Move: Rs 4,000-Crore Share Buyback at a 43% Premium
What is a share buyback? A share buyback is a process in which a company repurchases its own shares from the market, usually to reduce the number of shares outstanding and increase the value of remaining shares. Why did Bajaj Auto decide to buy back its shares? Bajaj Auto, one of the leading manufacturers of […]
Sanmit Infra Ltd’s Green Leap: Board Approves Proposal for Bio CNG Plant
Sanmit Infra Ltd, a leading company engaged in construction of real estate projects, supply of petroleum products and biomedical waste management, has announced its plan to set up a Bio CNG plant under the Sustainable Alternative towards Affordable Transportation (SATAT) scheme. What is SATAT scheme? SATAT is an initiative by the government of India with […]
Gensol Engineering’s Leap into EV Manufacturing with Rs 2,000 Cr Investment
Gensol Engineering Limited, a company based in Ahmedabad, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Gujarat government to invest Rs 2,000 crore for setting up an electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing plant in the state. The MoU was signed as part of the investment promotion activity for Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit 2024. Shares hit […]
Advancing Financial Inclusion: Fino Payments Bank’s Journey to Becoming a Small Finance Bank
Introduction Fino Payments Bank, a notable player in the banking sector, has recently taken a significant step forward in its growth trajectory. The bank has formally applied for a license to operate as a Small Finance Bank (SFB) with the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). Application and Compliance This move by Fino Payments Bank aligns […]
How Switzerland’s Duty-Free Decision Affects India’s FTA Benefits
Switzerland, one of the most expensive countries in the world, has decided to abolish import duties on almost all industrial goods from 1 January 2024. This move is expected to reduce costs for consumers and businesses, and improve the competitiveness of the Swiss economy. However, it also poses a challenge for India, which has been […]
BI announces new policy for small finance banks with higher capital requirement
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced a new policy for licensing of small finance banks (SFBs) in the private sector on an ‘on tap’ basis. The policy aims to expand the banking services to the unserved and underserved sections of the society through high technology-low cost operations. Key changes in the policy
MoU Between India and Guyana in Hydrocarbon Sector Gets Cabinet’s Green Light
India and Guyana have agreed to cooperate in the hydrocarbon sector, covering the complete value chain from exploration and production to refining and renewables. The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, India and the Ministry […]