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Indian stock market crashed by 4% today—and no, it’s not “just one of those days.” When the market drops this sharply, it shakes investor confidence, business decisions, and sometimes even your appraisals (sad reality). A fall like this makes compan

Current Economic Headwinds for VC Funders The VC landscape in mid-2025 is grappling with significant economic shifts. After a boom, VC funders face a more disciplined environment due to higher interest rates, persistent inflation, and a recalibration

India's Two-Year Low: The Middle Class Squeeze Amid Economic Turmoil India's urban consumption has hit a two-year low in 2024, driven by persistent inflation and stagnant wages. Middle-class households, already struggling with rising costs, are cu

Golden Nugget for Entrepreneurs In my POV, loans are ideal for early-stage businesses to build progress before pitching to VC, but remember, loans come with risk: • Loans help you establish your business, manage cash flow, and achieve short-term

Mutual Funds: A Closer Look at the Real Returns Many people say that mutual funds are a great investment, but have we truly calculated the real returns, considering all factors like inflation and taxes? Let me break it down with a simple example.

India's real GDP growth for FY26 may exceed 6.5% Real GDP growth is projected to exceed 6.5% for FY 2025–26. GVA (Gross Value Added) expected to rise over **6.3%** . Key Drivers Behind the Momentum 1. Resilient rural demand – supported by Rabi

The VC landscape is shifting. Funders are grappling with critical challenges impacting the entire startup ecosystem. Key VC Hurdles: * Exit Uncertainty: IPOs are slow, M&As are down. VCs are holding investments longer, impacting liquidity for new de

Quick breakdown for VC analysts: Family offices vs. institutional VCs — what each brings, how their mandates, time horizons, decision-making, and involvement shape startup strategy. Learn when patient capital, values-aligned investing, and flexible d

You Will Have to Take Higher Risks to Generate Real Returns. Here's Why… When it comes to growing wealth, inflation and taxation are two silent killers that erode the value of your money faster than you realize. Here’s what most investors overlook

Venture Capital (VC) is a vital funding source for high-growth startups, typically those too risky for traditional bank loans. VCs pool capital from Limited Partners (LPs) to invest in promising early-stage companies with significant scaling potentia