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Vladimir Putin's two-and-a-half decades in power, Western leaders thought they understood the strategy of the Kremlin leader and argued that Russia merited a place as an international partner. But that approach was blown apart two years ago on February 24, 2022, when Putin ordered the invasion of Ukraine, consigning to a distant past images such as that of the smiling Russian leader bounding up the steps of Macron's Mediterranean Fort de Bregancon residence in August 2019 bearing flowers for the French leader's wife Brigitte.

Brookfield Asset Management Ltd. is beginning early-stage discussions about its next infrastructure product, two months after it closed a record fund that it’s deploying into transportation, telecom and other hard assets.

The number of advisors in the wealth management industry may be declining but one advisor is hoping to shed some light on how firms can change that – by attracting and retaining key talent.

CAZ Investments, a family office based in Houston, is expanding its reach into the private markets with a substantial commitment to an emerging private equity strategy.

Tata Motors faltered due to what insiders describe as Volkswagen’s “slow pace" and a reluctance to relinquish operational control, leading to a loss of interest from the Indian players. The company’s India operations are helmed by the Skoda brand in the Skoda Auto Volkswagen India Group, which will soon announce the next phase of its India strategy. “India’s automotive landscape is characterized by a dominance of the top five OEMs, with a highly fragmented tail end of the market.

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Delhi chief minister and AAP national convener Arvind Kejriwal lauded the Supreme Court's decision on Chandigarh mayoral polls at a press conference on Tuesday. He said, «I think this has happened for the first time in India's history. We thank the Supreme Court. The situation in the country is such that a dictatorship is going on. Democracy is being trampled. All institutions are being trampled. At such a time, this decision of the Supreme Court holds a lot of significance for democracy...This is the major victory of the INDIA Alliance — the first and massive.» Kejriwal further stated," We have snatched away victory from them (BJP). They had 'stolen' the election, the votes. But we fought till the end and ultimately won...Those who say that BJP can't be defeated — BJP can be defeated with unity, with good planning and strategy and hard work. These results prove the same."

exports to achieve a 10% growth rate for the economy, said Arvind Panagariya, chairman of the Sixteenth Finance Commission. “I’ve looked at successful countries such as Hong Kong, Singapore, Taiwan, South Korea, China, and India – these are the six high-growth examples. My conclusion is very clear – countries that have been open are the ones that have grown rapidly,” Panagariya said. The former vice chairman of Niti Aayog further highlighted that the country needed to follow China’s strategy to increase its per-capita income and wean away from idea of import substitution.

Radisson Hotel Group said on Monday it has signed a 150-room Radisson Blu Hotel in Ayodhya. A greenfield project, the hotel is being developed by Jeewani Hospitality in partnership with EaseMyTrip and is expected to open in 2027. This is Radisson Hotel Group’s second hotel in Ayodhya. Previously, it announced the opening of Park Inn by Radisson Ayodhya in January 2024.

Introducing the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra—the ultimate companion for today's dynamic professionals. At the heart of this cutting-edge device lies the revolutionary Galaxy AI, which pushes the boundaries of communication and productivity.

Bitcoin Cash (BCH) gets delisted from an exchange. Optimism (OP) gets support for its new upgrade. Meanwhile, Algotech (ALGT) is attracting investors.

Amid Bitcoin’s current trade at $51,585 marks a modest 1% dip, spotlighting the resilience and volatility intrinsic to digital currencies. As the financial landscape evolves, with cryptocurrency exchange-traded products (ETPs) amassing $67 billion in assets—echoing the fervor of a December 2021 bull run—the spotlight intensifies on Bitcoin’s potential trajectory.

Also Read: Bank stocks to consolidate till margins start improving, says InCred Equities; recommends HDFC, ICICI Bank, SBI While, on the downside, the 20-day EMA (Exponential Moving Average) is likely to provide cushion in case of any immediate decline, which is currently placed at 21,784 level. The brokerage advises to look for stock-specific opportunities in Auto, Pharma, Banking, IT, and Oil & Gas space. Meanwhile, the Bank Nifty seems to have found stability around the 200-day EMA level after underperforming the frontline indices in recent months.

what should be your trading strategy in this record-high environment? How should your portfolio look like? Here's what experts said: Tanvi Kanchan, Head – UAE Business & Strategy, Anand Rathi Shares and Stock Brokers For investors looking at the long-term perspective, short-term volatility can be used to increase exposure in sectors that are lower than long-term averages, as well as increasing large-cap exposure in the portfolio. An allocation between equity and debt as per tenor and risk profile can be maintained in the range of 60% - 70% in equity and balance in debt for an aggressive investor. Investors would do well to keep rebalancing their asset allocation and equity portfolio to realise profits from the equity portion (if it has overshot the allocated percent).

Byju's Crisis: Union Minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar offered a blunt assessment of Byju's current crisis, attributing it to the company's rapid expansion without adequate corporate governance. "They tried to grow too fast, without the rigour: and discipline a growth company needs, especially when money was easy," he stated, while addressing the Mumbai Tech Week, according to a report by Hindustan Times. The minister emphasized that neglecting these principles, particularly during periods of easy access to capital, creates an unsustainable model.

LONDON — Barclays on Tuesday reported a fourth-quarter net loss of £111 million ($139.8 million) as the British lender delivered its first major strategy update since 2016.

Also Read | Union Minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar reacts to Paytm controversy: 'Being FinTech doesn't absolve anybody from...' “We will exploit AI to its fullest for achieving the goals of our economic growth, ensuring that it makes a big impact on healthcare & agriculture among others," said Chandrasekhar during his discussion with Anant Goenka during the Mumbai Tech Week on February 19, as per PIB. Also Read | Rajeev Chandrasekhar on India's digital-first strategy: Innovation, R&D focus, must not be afraid of AI Further expanding on the government's stance on AI, Chandrasekhar added, “We intend to exploit AI to its fullest for achieving the goals of our economic growth, ensuring that AI makes a big impact on healthcare and drug discovery, as well as on agriculture and farmer productivity.

Bajaj Finserv Asset Management Limited launched the Bajaj Finserv Large and Mid Cap Fund, a unique offering that revolves around the innovative moat investing strategy. With the New Fund Offer (NFO) scheduled to close on 20th February 2024, potential investors are presented with an opportunity to delve into a scheme that comes with a host of benefits tailored to meet their financial goals. At the heart of this scheme lies the moat investing strategy.

CarDekho, is one of the judges on Shark Tank India Season 3. He spoke exclusively to LiveMint’s Sounak Mukhopadhyay on his philosophy, strategy and mission to build Bharat 2.0. As a seasoned investor and entrepreneur, my eagerness to nurture young talent and innovators, along with propagating an entrepreneurial mindset across India, has always been paramount.

Capital One announced Monday that it would acquire Discover Financial Services in an all-stock transaction valued at $35.3 billion, a deal that would merge two of the largest credit card companies in the United States. «A space that is already dominated by a relatively small number of megaplayers is about to get a little smaller,» said Matt Schulz, chief credit analyst at LendingTree.

As we welcome the year 2024, it’s important to recognise its unique significance in the global political landscape. This year marks a pivotal moment, as 50 nations, including key players like the United States, United Kingdom, Russia, South Africa, and India, embark on the critical process of electing new governments. The democratic exercise of elections not only embodies the foundational principles of democracy but also exerts a profound influence on the corporate sector. The stability and predictability offered by consistent governmental policies are indispensable for fostering long-term economic growth.