In 1985, when Texas Instruments set up an R&D centre in Bengaluru, it likely had no idea it was sowing the seeds for what would become a massive wave of global capability centres or GCCs (offshore facilities set up by…
I recently had the opportunity to address a group of bright young minds, freshly out of college and eager to kickstart the next phase of their lives. While hearing about their career aspirations, one of them mentioned starting a small…
With over 119 million Indians monitoring their TransUnion CIBIL scores as of March 2024, India’s Credit Awareness Quotient is rapidly rising. Credit awareness in India has reached unprecedented levels. What’s driving this growing interest in understanding credit scores? Credit Information…
When I started my wealth management career two decades ago, the concept of a Family Office was relatively unknown in India. Even today, it’s a term that resonates primarily within select circles of wealth creators. Throughout my journey hosting the…
For decades, the intersection of wealth management and luxury experiences has revolved around sports. Special tickets, private boxes, and VIP access were the hallmarks of a luxury-driven approach aimed at those who could afford such pleasures. But a significant shift…
Recently, one sport has been gaining immense popularity worldwide and has even caught the eye of Microsoft founder and philanthropist Bill Gates. In a podcast with Zerodha co-founder Nikhil Kamath, 68-year-old Gates shared that he plays ‘pickleball’ regularly. Intrigued, I…
Recently, I’ve explored the exciting developments in India’s Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI), diving into innovations like Account Aggregators and the Open Credit Enablement Network (OCEN). These initiatives have showcased India’s commitment to digital transformation and financial inclusion. As I reflected…
The biggest problem impacting wealth creation is the lack of a holistic view of all investments. Over time, as portfolios expand, affluent investors are unable to monitor and adapt their portfolios to changing market conditions. The biggest reason is the…
The Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) segment is booming and is touted to be the growth engine for the economy. However, the availability of credit remains a key challenge. The Government, through various schemes and incentives, along with initiatives…
The 2024 Paris Olympics have a jaw-dropping budget of EUR 8.8 billion. But wait, there’s more – they’ve also thrown in an additional EUR 1.4 billion to give the River Seine a much-needed cleanse and another EUR 3.5 billion to…