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One of Greg Friedman’s favorite photos from his many visits to Maui over the last four decades is an image of his father and his then five-year-old twins at the Lahaina train station.

Shriram Housing Finance, with assets under management of Rs 10,000 crore at the end of July, has unveiled a Vision 2026 plan to triple the size, tapping into a burgeoning customer base for home ownership in a country where supply of affordable apartments trails demand in all major urban areas. The mortgage lender, which is in the process of raising $100 million by way of share sale, is looking to double its branch network as well as manpower count in the next two-and-a-half years as part of the growth strategy. «Our aspiration is to take the AUM to Rs 30,000 crore by FY26 and to be the number one affordable housing finance company by then,» managing director Ravi Subramanian told ET.

India's services sector exports has the capacity to expand «dramatically», contributing in a big way to the Centre's USD 2-trillion target for shipments by 2030, former Union minister Suresh Prabhu said here on Friday. Prabhu, a former commerce and industry minister, said the nature, spectrum and volume of services exports will change significantly, given the element of human interaction and new technology involved in it.

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Also read: ‘No president has ever…’ Donald Trump's legal team seeks to postpone trial until 2026; here's why Saurav Ghosh, a former lawyer at the Federal Election Commission and now the director of federal campaign finance reform for the Campaign Legal Center said, “Is that an abuse of donors?" While the legality might be less questionable, using funds raised for a specific purpose – Trump's campaign – for other uses like legal expenses raises concerns about ethical standards. He added, "I think it sets a very bad precedent." The focus on Save America's fundraising strategies has captured the attention of investigators, including special counsel Jack Smith, who has brought indictments against Trump in Washington and Florida.

Bank of Queensland boss Patrick Allaway has told staff he has shrunk the executive team by a third, and will further advance the bank’s simplification strategy, including “downsizing our property footprint” this year.

BHP has withdrawn an application fora workplace deal supported by more than 60 per cent of relevant employees after mining unions successfully complained the proposed agreement had not been properly explained to employees.

Mumbai, August 17, 2023: One Point One Solutions, a Business Process Management (BPM) service provider, has reported that its net profit in the June quarter was doubled to ₹4.32 crore as compared with ₹1.79 crore in the year-earlier period, up 141%. Total income during the quarter ended June 30, 2023 increased 14.81% to ₹40.24 crore, as compared with ₹35.05 crore a year ago. EBITDA was at ₹12.81 crore, as compared with ₹8.63 crore in the same period the year earlier, up 48.44%.

₹1,007 crore across its various businesses. Its civil business vertical secured an order for design, engineering, procurement and construction of a multi-specialty hospital in eastern India, the company said in a statement.

The responsibility for maintaining the superior quality of an organization's products rests with the product development department. Chief Development Officer roles also encompass strategy formulation, user understanding, and effective implementation, in addition to execution. The specific responsibilities of a Chief Development Officer can vary based on the organization. At times, a Chief Development Officer may issue directives for every aspect of the product development process. They may also be required to take necessary measures to ensure the efficient execution of their tasks. The Chief Development Officer serves as a facilitator to ensure the timely delivery of the finalized product. Learn about Digital Strategy Development Expertise in ISB Chief Digital Officer Role of CDOA chief development officer is a cr

To become a CTO, students can engage in finance courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels as well as management courses like the BBA and MBA. India is home to a large number of renowned management institutes, including IIMs and other elite management institutes. Admission to these colleges for undergraduate and postgraduate studies is through management entrance tests.Who is a CTO?The Chief Technology Officer (CTO) is the senior person in charge of the company's technology goals, as

Here is your Pro Recap of the biggest analyst picks you may have missed since yesterday: upgrades at Adobe, Hawaiian Electric, Marvell, and CRISPR Therapeutics.

Defined benefit pension plans headed further into the black last month with a $57 billion boost to their funded status.

Risk assets from European equities to Asian stocks and cryptocurrencies fell on Friday as worries about China and higher global interest rates sapped sentiment.

NRIs have a plethora of investment options in India, ranging from equities and mutual funds to fixed deposits and debt funds. Understanding tax implications and staying updated on DTAA agreements are crucial for effective investment planning. While challenges like restricted stock lists and operational hurdles exist, the growth potential of India's markets remains attractive. With the right strategies, NRIs can harness these opportunities to build a diversified and promising investment portfolio. Shweta Rajani of Anand Rathi Wealth dives into the essential aspects of NRI investments in the Indian financial landscape.Understanding NRIs and Their Investment Avenues

real estate market has always attracted the investments from its diaspora spread across the globe. NRIs have readily contributed to the Indian real estate market by purchasing residential and commercial properties in the country. In the past few years, numerous investment opportunities are coming forth in the market that is centered to cater to the burgeoning investment needs of NRIs. Out of all, real estate investment in India is viewed as one of the most lucrative opportunities that increases the returns multi-fold and diversifies the portfolio. While purchasing property in India is an attractive proposition and a common investment option among the Indian diaspora, selling these assets isn't always straightforward. It calls for heightened understanding and thorough planning on the part of the NRIs, particularly concerning tax implications. Therefore, NRI sellers need to understand these intricacies to ensure full compliance and maximize profit.

UTI Mutual Fund (UTI) has announced the launch of UTI Nifty Midcap 150 ETF. The UTI Midcap 150 ETF will be a passively managed scheme and it will replicate the performance of the underlying index, Nifty Midcap 150 TRI. The New Fund Offer or NFO is open for subscription, and it will close on 28th August. The scheme will reopen again on 5th September

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In this video, we take a closer look at how Mukesh... moreIn this video, we take a closer look at how Mukesh Ambani, the chairman of Reliance Industries, is strengthening his businesses for the next decade.

Advanced Strategic Management Programme. The 12-month programme is designed for senior to mid-level professionals as well as senior executives who want to sharpen their strategic skills to identify, unlock, and capture disruptive growth for their organisations.The IIM Kozhikode Advanced Strategic Management Programme is one-of-its-kind in the way that it combines leadership thinking, growth strategies, strategy and innovation along with contemporary agendas. According to the 23rd Global CEO Survey - The India Outlook by PwC in 2020, only 40% of Indian CEOs were ‘very confident’ about their revenue prospects and felt the need to re-evaluate their corporate strategy.

Deutsche Bank could be set to make a comeback to the Australian M&A scene after a well-heeled hire was announced to staff on Friday afternoon.