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My mind is at about 85%: Zerodha CEO Nithin on life after stroke

Inshorts · 3m ago

My mind is at about 85%: Zerodha CEO Nithin on life after stroke

Zerodha Co-founder and CEO Nithin Kamath, who almost 14 months ago suffered a stroke, on Sunday shared an update on his recovery journey. "So, yeah, fourteen months after...stroke, my body is almost back to normal, and my mind is at about 85%," he said. "My writing hasn’t improved...Maybe because I don’t practise enough. My speech is, well…about 85%," he added.

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Nifty Bank weekly options, India's most popular derivatives contract, had its last weekly expiry on Wednesday. This comes after NSE announced plans to discontinue several weekly index derivatives in response to a SEBI regulation. Zerodha CEO Nithin Kamath jokingly shared an "obituary", which read, "In her short life, [Bank Nifty weekly] saw many ups and downs."

Mental Health Challenges in the Startup World

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Startups and mental health are often overlooked, but the pressures faced by entrepreneurs can take a toll on their well-being. Nithin Kamath, co-founder of Zerodha, recently spoke about suffering a stroke, highlighting the importance of prioritizing health for startup founders. A study showed that almost half of CEOs experience mental health issues, including burnout and anxiety. Experts recommend preventive measures such as regular health check-ups, healthy habits, exercise, and stress management techniques like yoga and meditation. Founders also emphasized the need for work-life balance, self-care, and seeking support when needed. Specialized programs and resources are available to support the mental health of startup founders. Overall, it is crucial to address the stigma surrounding mental health and place a greater focus on well-being in the entrepreneurial world.

Tax hike on F&O, capital gains may cool down markets: Kamath

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Zerodha CEO Nithin Kamath said the tax hikes on futures and options (F&O) trading and capital gains might "cool down the activity in the markets". "STT (Security Transactions Tax) on options goes up from 0.062% to 0.1%. STT on futures goes up from 0.0125% to 0.02%," he said. "We (Zerodha) collected about ₹1,500 crore of STT last year," he added.

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Zerodha CEO Nithin Kamath revealed that investors saved between Rs 2,000 crore and Rs 20,000 crore over a decade after Zerodha eliminated brokerage charges for equity delivery. Despite challenges, the zero-brokerage policy remained, reflecting the substantial savings compared to standard market rates. Kamath emphasized the impact of brokerage costs on returns, stating these often-overlooked costs hinder profits. He clarified Zerodha's name origin as "Zero + Rodha" (barriers in Sanskrit), not "Zero + brokerage."

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Zerodha CEO Nithin Kamath expressed concerns about mobile apps misusing user data without consent, citing issues like spam notifications and design tricks. He highlighted that many apps track extensive user data, often without knowledge, for targeted advertising, resulting in detailed user profiles for more profitable ads. These practices raise concerns amid India’s move towards stricter data protection laws, which may require companies to delete unnecessary user data after three years.

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Rainmatter gets into heart of investing via road not taken

Rainmatter, the corporate-backed venture fund created by Zerodha founder Nithin Kamath, has emerged as one of the largest funds in the startup world, with around 85 investments and a portfolio of approximately Rs 400 crore. Rainmatter invests primarily in fintech, climate/agritech, and healthtech startups, aligning with Kamath's personal interests. The fund operates with a small team and focuses on interesting companies rather than following a fixed investment thesis. Rainmatter's approach includes inculcating the Zerodha way of doing business and supporting companies in adhering to regulations.

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Revathi Kamath, mother of Zerodha founders Nithin and Nikhil Kamath, is writing an autobiography detailing the challenges of raising her unconventional sons. Her story highlights personal sacrifices and struggles after marriage, as her life focused on family. Beyond her role as a supportive mother, Kamath also developed a professional identity, founding a floral business and engaging in environmental sustainability work. Her announcement has resonated widely, garnering praise for her strength and influence on her sons' success.

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