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A boardroom brawl at Walt Disney is expected to be the most expensive shareholder fight ever, and a chance for everyday investors to have a big impact. Two activist hedge funds—Nelson Peltz’s Trian Fund Management and the smaller Blackwells Capital—are separately going toe-to-toe with Disney to gain spots on its board and challenge the strategy of Chief Executive Bob Iger. All in, the three parties could spend north of $70 million ahead of an April 3 shareholder vote.

Investing.com — Here is your Pro Recap of the upcoming major earnings reports next week: Coca-Cola, Airbnb, Cisco Systems, and Coinbase.

Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd (APSEZ) on Sunday said it has secured top position for its climate actions and environmental performance in assessments done by four global rating agencies. The assessments were done by CDP, S&P, Sustainalytics and Moody's. While the company secured 'leadership band' in CDP Climate Assessment 2023, it ranked first on the environmental dimension among 324 companies in the transport and transport infrastructure sector by S&P Global CSA 2023, a statement said. The company also secured the top rank in the marine ports sector on a low carbon transition rating by Sustainalytics.

Mint. This move is part of GMR Sports' broader strategy to maximize its potential in the competitive sports industry. Besides a 50% stake in the Delhi Capitals IPL franchise, GMR Sports owns UP Yoddhas in Pro Kabaddi and the Ultimate KhoKho franchise Telugu Yoddhas. “We were the original owners of the Delhi Daredevils, but in 2018, we divested a 50% stake in the team to the JSW Group.

Amit Shah is likely to formulate BJP's strategy for the 2024 Lok Sabha polls during his meetings with the party leaders in Karnataka on Sunday, President of state unit of BJP, B Y Vijayendra said. He also said the meeting is likely to discuss facing the polls together with alliance partner JD(S), with proper coordination between workers and leaders of both parties at the ground level and may also deliberate on the number of seats to be given to the regional party. Shah arrived in the «palace city» early today and is scheduled to take part in meetings with state BJP core committee members and leaders of the party's Mysuru cluster later in the day. He is also expected to visit Sutturu near here to attend Sutturu Jathra (fair) and visit Chamundeshwari temple on Chamundi hills.

financial landscape can be akin to a thrilling yet complex journey. Amid the buzz around stocks and real estate, there lies a less talked about, yet crucial, investment avenue: debt instruments. For the discerning Indian investor, understanding and leveraging these instruments can be a game-changer.

Most investments mature after a long time, and after their maturity we try to make use of the funds based on our requirements. However, some people often have no idea what to do with the matured amount, especially when they do not have any immediate financial need.

The subscription for the last tranche of sovereign gold bonds (SGBs) for this financial year will open on February 12 and close on 16. The issue price has been fixed at Rs 6,262 per gram. The last tranche issued in December 2023 was priced at Rs 6,199 per gm. As these bonds have outperformed returns from physical gold and gold exchange traded funds (ETFs), individuals should look at investing in them to earn tax-free returns.

Bengaluru-based Ola Electric became the first two-wheeler EV-maker to become eligible for the PLI scheme as its S1 Air scooter received DVA. The two products are now eligible for various subsidies offered by the government for the next 5 years.

Disney's Magic Words," advertisers can target specific scenes or moods within content, enabling personalized messaging that resonates with viewers' emotions. This shift from broad demographics to specific audience targeting marks a significant advancement in advertising strategy.

Voya Financial has expanded its advisory offerings with the introduction of a new dual qualified default investment alternative for retirement plan participants.

OpenAI will continue investing in the developer community in India and will hold several developer summits in the country this year, the company’s chief strategy officer, Jason Kwon said on Saturday. “India has the key ingredients of being one of the world's leaders in AI. It has the largest developer community in the world, with some of the most impressive talent in the field, a track record of developing extraordinary technology businesses and a relentless focus on competing on the world stage," said Kwon at the ET Now Global Business Summit in New Delhi.

Promise Day 2024 is here, and you know what that means – loads of promises coming our way. But here's the thing – will these promises endure or crumble? The weight of broken promises goes beyond mere letdowns; it can deeply affect an individual's mental health. Whether it's a commitment from a friend, family member, or even oneself, unmet promises often stir up feelings of disappointment, frustration, and betrayal. It's essential to grasp the psychological impact of broken promises to nurture healthier relationships and safeguard personal well-being. Let's dive into how these broken promises can mess with our minds and why it's crucial to get a handle on it for better relationships and our own sanity. Emotional Toll The emotional toll of a broken promise is often underestimated. When someone fails to uphold their commitment, it can evoke feelings of sadness, anger, and a loss of trust. These emotions, if left unaddressed, may contribute to the development of anxiety or depression. It's essential to acknowledge and process these emotions rather than bottling them up, as suppressing feelings can exacerbate mental health challenges.

Multibagger stock: Shares of Indian Railway Finance Corporation Limited are one of the multibagger stocks that the Indian stock market has delivered in the last one year. At this time, this railway PSU stock has given over 400 percent return to its shareholders. However, IRFC share price has been under sell-off stress after climbing to its lifetime high of ₹192.80 per share on NSE at the end of January 2024.

Supply chain disruptions continued to dominate headlines with geopolitical conflicts escalating in late 2023. As recent events in the Red Sea illustrate, crystal gazing is hard, especially when it comes to supply chains, which are impacted not only by geopolitics but also economic volatilities and climate disruptions that threaten a seamless functionality. Needless to say, embedding stability and resilience in supply chains remains key concerns of stakeholders worldwide. So, with another year unfolding, here are some trends that will reshape supply chains in 2024. 1.

Legislation that would raise the limit on state and local tax deductions for some taxpayers chips away at a frustrating SALT block but would come with some drawbacks, financial advisors say.

UBS Private Wealth Management has expanded its ultra-high-net-worth presence with the addition of a multibillion-dollar advisory team.

Airbus is looking for partnerships in Indian defence and space sectors, Michael Schoellhorn, CEO of Airbus Defence and Space, said on Friday. The European aerospace major is also looking for tie-ups with both private and government companies to develop a sourcing and manufacturing base in India, he said. «In a world that is changing so rapidly, it is important to have partners that you can trust and are reliable. The relationship of Airbus and India is one such partnership,» Schoellhorn said, adding «we can say that we make in India, skill in India and innovate in India.»

Reliance Consumer Products (RCPL) has acquired the trademarks, recipes, and all intellectual property rights of sugar-boiled confectionery maker Ravalgaon for Rs 27 crore, according to a stock market disclosure by Ravalgaon Sugar Farm Ltd. Ravalgaon owns nine confectionery brands such as Pan Pasand and Coffee Break. This fits RCPL's strategy of acquiring old Indian brands which are under distress and relaunching them, like it had acquired the Campa soft drink brand. The deed was signed between both the parties on Friday. It excludes the slump sale of all assets and liabilities of Ravalgaon. “It is clarified that while 100% of the revenue of the company (Ravalgaon) is ascribed to the intellectual property being sold, the company will continue to hold all other assets such as property, land, plant, building, equipment, machinery, etc. post completion of the proposed transaction,” as per the disclosure.

In JPMorgan's equity strategy note Friday, analysts said US earnings and sales delivery are «significantly outpacing» that of Europe.

Billionaire investor Ken Griffin's flagship hedge fund rose last month as volatility made a return amid the debate about rate cuts, according to a person familiar with the returns.