In today’s episode for 26th August 2023, we dive into CaratLane’s journey and whether Titan might have just overpaid for the brand. Before we begin today's episode, here's a quick side note— Retail inflation hit an alarming 15-month high of 7.44% in July 2023! And it’s proving to be very challenging for everyone. So, in our latest YouTube video, we thought we'd give you a quick guide on how to manage your finances in a high inflation environment. There’s a lot of helpful information that you absolutely shouldn’t miss. Check it out now - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ubf5J77fO7k

In today’s episode for 25th August 2023, we take a look at the economics of lost, stolen or mishandled luggage and how airlines are dealing with it. If you're a person who is great at communicating and are enthusiastic to join our team, Ditto is looking to recruit new Insurance advisors. You don't even have to know about Insurance, we would train you from scratch and you can enjoy working remotely with a great team. If you're interested in this or know someone who is please click this link - bit.ly/3rnVoKv

In today’s episode for 24th August 2023, we explain why cities in India are increasingly tapping the bond markets for their infrastructure needs. If you're a person who is great at communicating and are enthusiastic to join our team, Ditto is looking to recruit new Insurance advisors. You don't even have to know about Insurance, we would train you from scratch and you can enjoy working remotely with a great team. If you're interested in this or know someone who is please click this link - bit.ly/3rnVoKv

Darjeeling’s tea industry has had a rough decade — the yields have fallen, a massive political strike brought work to a standstill, and competition is choking the life out of it. It’s in dire need of help. So in today’s episode for 23rd August 2023, we dive into what went wrong with this iconic tea. If you're a person who is great at communicating and are enthusiastic to join our team, Ditto is looking to recruit new Insurance advisors. You don't even have to know about Insurance, we would train you from scratch and you can enjoy working remotely with a great team. If you're interested in this or know someone who is please click this link - bit.ly/3rnVoKv

In today's episode for 22nd August 2023, we discuss why India keeps resorting to export bans and restrictions whenever onion prices shoot up. If you're a person who is great at communicating and are enthusiastic to join our team, Ditto is looking to recruit new Insurance advisors. You don't even have to know about Insurance, we would train you from scratch and you can enjoy working remotely with a great team. If you're interested in this or know someone who is please click this link - bit.ly/3rnVoKv

In today’s episode for 21st August 2023, we explore what’s going on with India’s craft beer brewers. Before we dive into today's episode, we have a special announcement: We've been building an insurance advisory startup called Ditto for over 2 years now- where we offer simplified, unbiased insurance advice to the masses. We won LinkedIn's top startup in India in 2022 and have a stellar rating of 4.9 on Google with over 2000 reviews. And to further this endeavor, we need your support. We're on the hunt for passionate individuals to expand our advisory team. If you've ever dreamt of being part of a dynamic startup, spearheading new initiatives, and becoming a key representative for Ditto—all while working from home—this is your golden chance. To join our team now, head over to this link - bit.ly/3rnVoKv

In today’s episode for 19th August 2023, we dive into the rumours of what might turn out to be quite an odd collaboration between Adidas and Bata India. Before we start today's episode, here's some good news— This week Finshots turned 4!! And we want to thank all our wonderful listeners & followers for all the love and support you’ve shown us over the years. So, as part of our birthday celebrations we are giving away the Finshots Readers Delight Kit to not 1, not 2 but 3 lucky winners!! Participate in the giveaway by clicking this link - bit.ly/3P3bv9B and don't forget to share it with your friends & family!

In today's episode for 18th August 2023, we explain why the Chinese economy is currently going through a massive economic crisis.

The Reserve Bank of India conducted its monetary policy meeting last week and we haven’t talked about it yet. So let’s do that in today’s episode for 17th August 2023, shall we? It’s an overly simplified version of an otherwise complex problem, so please bear that in mind. If you're a person who is great at communicating and are enthusiastic to join our team, Ditto is looking to recruit new Insurance advisors. You don't even have to know about Insurance, we would train you from scratch and you can enjoy working remotely with a great team. If you're interested in this or know someone who is please click this link - bit.ly/3rnVoKv

Hey, folks! We hope you celebrated our 77th Independence Day well. And in light of that, in today’s episode for 16th August 2023, we thought we’d bring back some memories from the time of independence and talk about 3 businesses that forged ahead after the partition. Let’s dive in for some unusual stories about some very usual brands. If you're a person who is great at communicating and are enthusiastic to join our team, Ditto is looking to recruit new Insurance advisors. You don't even have to know about Insurance, we would train you from scratch and you can enjoy working remotely with a great team. If you're interested in this or know someone who is please click this link - bit.ly/3rnVoKv

In today’s episode for 14th August 2023, we chronicle the rise and fall of co-working giant WeWork and see if it can possibly claw its way back. Note: We'll be taking a day off tomorrow for Independence Day. Don't miss us too much because we'll see you on Wednesday! If you're a person who is great at communicating and are enthusiastic to join our team, Ditto is looking to recruit new Insurance advisors. You don't even have to know about Insurance, we would train you from scratch and you can enjoy working remotely with a great team. If you're interested in this or know someone who is please click this link - bit.ly/3rnVoKv

In today’s episode for 12th August 2023, we dive into two stories. The first one is a video explainer on the NSDL IPO and the other one on TVS Supply Chain Solutions whose IPO is just around the corner. If you're a person who is great at communicating and are enthusiastic to join our team, Ditto is looking to recruit new Insurance advisors. You don't even have to know about Insurance, we would train you from scratch and you can enjoy working remotely with a great team. If you're interested in this or know someone who is please click this link - bit.ly/3rnVoKv

In today’s episode for 11th August 2023, we tell you why India’s looking to sweeten film production incentives. If you're a person who is great at communicating and are enthusiastic to join our team, Ditto is looking to recruit new Insurance advisors. You don't even have to know about Insurance, we would train you from scratch and you can enjoy working remotely with a great team. If you're interested in this or know someone who is please click this link - bit.ly/3rnVoKv

There’s a lot that has already been said about the latest edition of the data protection bill. So in today’s episode for 10th August 2023, we pick 3 non-obvious bits from the bill that have created a flutter.

PC Jeweller has been in the news for all the wrong reasons. Last October it defaulted on a massive ₹3,400 crore loan. And now, SBI one of its lead lenders wants it declared insolvent. So in today’s episode for 9th August 2023, we dive into where it all went wrong for the jeweller. If you're a person who is great at communicating and are enthusiastic to join our team, Ditto is looking to recruit new Insurance advisors. You don't even have to know about Insurance, we would train you from scratch and you can enjoy working remotely with a great team. If you're interested in this or know someone who is please click this link - bit.ly/3rnVoKv

In today’s episode for 8th August 2023, we try and make sense of India’s efforts to beam TV channels directly onto mobiles phone without the need for internet data.

In today’s episode for 7th August 2023, we offer an extremely simplistic explanation on why everyone’s talking about Worldcoin. If you're a person who is great at communicating and are enthusiastic to join our team, Ditto is looking to recruit new Insurance advisors. You don't even have to know about Insurance, we would train you from scratch and you can enjoy working remotely with a great team. If you're interested in this or know someone who is please click this link - bit.ly/3rnVoKv

In today’s episode for 5th August 2023, we dive into the food delivery company’s latest financial report. If you're a person who is great at communicating and are enthusiastic to join our team, Ditto is looking to recruit new Insurance advisors. You don't even have to know about Insurance, we would train you from scratch and you can enjoy working remotely with a great team. If you're interested in this or know someone who is please click this link - bit.ly/3rnVoKv

In today’s episode for 4th August 2023, we see why Paytm CEO Vijay Shekhar Sharma is requesting Production Linked Incentives for payment soundboxes. If you're a person who is great at communicating and are enthusiastic to join our team, Ditto is looking to recruit new Insurance advisors. You don't even have to know about Insurance, we would train you from scratch and you can enjoy working remotely with a great team. If you're interested in this or know someone who is please click this link - bit.ly/3rnVoKv

It’s time to talk about the Byju’s situation? And there’s a lot we can talk about. But in today’s episode for August 3rd 2023, we’ll primarily discuss how its mega acquisition of Aakash Education Services is playing out.

Uday Kotak is stepping down as the boss of Kotak Mahindra Bank at the end of this year. But the drama has already begun. What do we mean? Well, that’s what we’re going to find out in today’s episode for 2nd August 2023. If you're a person who is great at communicating and are enthusiastic to join our team, Ditto is looking to recruit new Insurance advisors. You don't even have to know about Insurance, we would train you from scratch and you can enjoy working remotely with a great team. If you're interested in this or know someone who is please click this link - bit.ly/3rnVoKv

If you’ve been keeping up with the news, you may have heard of MotoGP Bharat ― India’s motorcycling Grand Prix making some noise in the headlines. It’s going to be the first motorsport event with all the pomp and show in nearly a decade at Delhi’s Buddh International Circuit since the exit of Formula One racing in India. So in today’s episode for 1st August 2022, we go back in time and find out what went wrong with India’s F1 Grand Prix. If you're a person who is great at communicating and are enthusiastic to join our team, Ditto is looking to recruit new Insurance advisors. You don't even have to know about Insurance, we would train you from scratch and you can enjoy working remotely with a great team. If you're interested in this or know someone who is please click this link - bit.ly/3rnVoKv

In today’s episode for 31st July 2023, we give you a primer on the Biodiversity Amendment Bill.

“Xiaomi to slash smartphone line after conceding India missteps.” Bloomberg carried this headline a couple of days ago. Once the #1 smartphone maker in India, Xiaomi has lost its crown and slipped to #4 on the charts. So in today’s Finshots, we dive into the Xiaomi story. If you're a person who is great at communicating and are enthusiastic to join our team, Ditto is looking to recruit new Insurance advisors. You don't even have to know about Insurance, we would train you from scratch and you can enjoy working remotely with a great team. If you're interested in this or know someone who is please click this link - bit.ly/3rnVoKv

In today’s episode for 27th July 2023, we dive into shares with differential voting rights and Tata Motors’ decision to cancel them. If you're a person who is great at communicating and are enthusiastic to join our team, Ditto is looking to recruit new Insurance advisors. You don't even have to know about Insurance, we would train you from scratch and you can enjoy working remotely with a great team. If you're interested in this or know someone who is please click this link - bit.ly/3rnVoKv

Last week, the Finance Ministry called for a meeting to discuss the financing issues plaguing domestic solar module manufacturers. A couple of days ago, the Union Ministry of Commerce decided to initiate an anti-dumping duty investigation into imports of aluminium frames for solar panels from China. So, in today's episode for 26th July 2023, we thought it a good time to talk about India’s solar module manufacturing ambitions and the many hiccups involved. If you're a person who is great at communicating and are enthusiastic to join our team, Ditto is looking to recruit new Insurance advisors. You don't even have to know about Insurance, we would train you from scratch and you can enjoy working remotely with a great team. If you're interested in this or know someone who is please click this link - bit.ly/3rnVoKv

In today’s episode for 25th July 2023, we explain what could have prompted India to impose a sudden ban on rice exports and its global repercussions. Talk to our Insurance advisory team at Ditto for Free - https://bit.ly/3ym6GjO

In today’s episode for 24th July 2023, we simplify SEBI’s Enhanced Surveillance Measure for small company stocks. If you're a person who is great at communicating and are enthusiastic to join our team, Ditto is looking to recruit new Insurance advisors. You don't even have to know about Insurance, we would train you from scratch and you can enjoy working remotely with a great team. If you're interested in this or know someone who is please click this link - bit.ly/3rnVoKv

In today’s episode for 22nd July 2022, we explain why Sheela Foam is making some big acquisitions. Before we begin today's episode, here's a quick side note — A few days ago, Reliance Industries announced that it was buying back Reliance Retail’s shares at ₹1362/per share. And investors were upset! Why? Because they had purchased these unlisted shares at ₹3000!! And they felt cheated by the family of the richest Indian. But what’s the truth? Head over to our YouTube channel to find out. In our latest YouTube video we present an in-depth explanation of all that went down with Reliance Retail and minority shareholders. Please click this link - https://finshots.in/markets/sheela-foam-kurls-on-furlencos-bed/ And now back to our story —

In today’s episode for 21st July 2023, we piece together the ups and downs of one of India’s most popular reality TV shows. If you're a person who is great at communicating and are enthusiastic to join our team, Ditto is looking to recruit new Insurance advisors. You don't even have to know about Insurance, we would train you from scratch and you can enjoy working remotely with a great team. If you're interested in this or know someone who is please click this link - bit.ly/3rnVoKv

In today’s episode for 20th July 2023, we explain why everyone believes that The Walt Disney Company is set to severe ties with Star India. If you're a person who is great at communicating and are enthusiastic to join our team, Ditto is looking to recruit new Insurance advisors. You don't even have to know about Insurance, we would train you from scratch and you can enjoy working remotely with a great team. If you're interested in this or know someone who is please click this link - bit.ly/3rnVoKv

In today’s episode for 19th July 2023, we dive into the journey of Nirma, a washing powder company, that’s now got its eyes on the pharma industry. If you're a person who is great at communicating and are enthusiastic to join our team, Ditto is looking to recruit new Insurance advisors. You don't even have to know about Insurance, we would train you from scratch and you can enjoy working remotely with a great team. If you're interested in this or know someone who is please click this link - bit.ly/3rnVoKv

In today’s episode for July 18th 2023, we explore India’s latest attempt at a moon landing and the brewing lunar race. And yes, we are only talking about this because we are also going to look at the economics of this endeavour as well. If you're a person who is great at communicating and are enthusiastic to join our team, Ditto is looking to recruit new Insurance advisors. You don't even have to know about Insurance, we would train you from scratch and you can enjoy working remotely with a great team. If you're interested in this or know someone who is please click this link - bit.ly/3rnVoKv

A decade ago, Kashmir’s saffron farmers were in a fix. The yields were dropping and experts said it was the end of the road for the industry. But all that has changed now and there’s a bit of a resurrection going on. So in today’s episode for 17th July 2023, we explore saffron, zafran, or kesar’s road to revival. If you're a person who is great at communicating and are enthusiastic to join our team, Ditto is looking to recruit new Insurance advisors. You don't even have to know about Insurance, we would train you from scratch and you can enjoy working remotely with a great team. If you're interested in this or know someone who is please click this link - bit.ly/3rnVoKv

In today’s episode for 15th July 2023, we dive into Reliance’s latest attempt to demerge its financial services division and maybe disrupt the industry. Before we begin today's episode, here's a quick side note — Building a successful startup from scratch is tough; building two? Even tougher. In our latest YouTube video, we’re sharing our experience of building Finshots & our insurance advisory platform Ditto. And, it’s a story every aspiring entrepreneur should hear. Learn about the challenges we faced, mistakes we made & the stroke of luck that led to Zerodha’s support. Check it out now - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g1uKX0DDXLI

On 12th July at 3:30 pm, the stock ticker HDFC flashed on the trading screens for one final time. After over four decades India’s first dedicated housing finance company had stopped trading on the stock exchanges. Now we already wrote a story last year about why HDFC Ltd was merging with HDFC Bank and the implications of that. So we won’t get into that again. Rather, in today’s episode for 14th July 2023, we thought we’d rewind the clock a bit and see how the entity became a housing finance behemoth. And just to be clear, this is not a paid post. We don’t do those here at Finshots. 🙂 If you're a person who is great at communicating and are enthusiastic to join our team, Ditto is looking to recruit new Insurance advisors. You don't even have to know about Insurance, we would train you from scratch and you can enjoy working remotely with a great team. If you're interested in this or know someone who is please click this link - bit.ly/3rnVoKv

In today’s episode for 13th July 2023, we explain a bizarre decision of the GST Council to increase taxes on real-money online gaming companies like Dream11, Gameskraft, and Games24x7. If you're a person who is great at communicating and are enthusiastic to join our team, Ditto is looking to recruit new Insurance advisors. You don't even have to know about Insurance, we would train you from scratch and you can enjoy working remotely with a great team. If you're interested in this or know someone who is please click this link - bit.ly/3rnVoKv

In today’s episode for 12th July 2023, we explain why minority shareholders are unhappy with Reliance Retail. If you're a person who is a recruiter and has about 4+ years of experience, Ditto is looking to recruit a Talent Acquisition Specialist (Recruiter). If you're interested or know someone who is please click this link - bit.ly/3NLyHaO

In today’s episode for 11th July 2023, we discuss how RBI’s new card network rule for banks may sway in favour of RuPay. If you're a person who is great at communicating and are enthusiastic to join our team, Ditto is looking to recruit new Insurance advisors. You don't even have to know about Insurance, we would train you from scratch and you can enjoy working remotely with a great team. If you're interested in this or know someone who is please click this link - bit.ly/3rnVoKv

In today’s episode for 10th July 2023, we dive into what on earth is going on with tomato prices and explore whether there’s a solution to this problem.

In today’s episode for 8th July 2023, we talk about why people are worried about Royal Enfield bikes losing their crown. Before we begin today's episode, here's a quick side note — Indigo is almost everyone’s favourite airline. But flyers aren’t the only ones relying on Indigo– investors do too! In just the past year, the stock has gone up by 60%. But, what’s even more surprising is that all of Indigo’s planes were grounded 2 years ago. In fact, there were talks of bankruptcy. So, what changed? How did Indigo turn this around? And what’s the future of this supposedly golden stock? Find out in our latest YouTube video. Check it out now - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vDbUIu8ypqM

If you were hoping for a cage match between Mark Zuckerberg and Elon Musk, sorry to disappoint you but the only thing you’re getting is a social media war. For now. And in today’s episode for 7th July 2023, we tell you why it won’t be easy to bet on who’ll win. Also here's a sidenote from Team Ditto. If you're a person who is a recruiter and has about 4+ years of experience, Ditto is looking to recruit a Talent Acquisition Specialist (Recruiter). If you're interested or know someone who is please click this link - bit.ly/3NLyHaO

“India’s twin balance sheet problem is over. We now have a twin balance sheet advantage!” That’s what Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said a couple of days ago. And it’s the same thing that RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das said last month. So in today’s episode for 6th July 2023, we explain what’s this twin balance sheet they’re talking about and whether the problem is really over. But before that, a quick sidenote, if you're a recruiter or you know someone who is a recruiter with about 4+ years of experience, Ditto is looking to recruit a Talent Acquisition Specialist (Recruiter). If you're interested or know someone who is please click this link - bit.ly/3NLyHaO

In today’s episode for 5th July 2023, we offer a simplified explainer on India’s proposed shift from fixed electricity tariffs to tariffs that change according to time. Also, a quick sidenote. If you're someone (or you know someone) who's great with communication and are enthusiastic to join our team, Ditto is looking to recruit new Insurance advisors. And no you don't need to know about insurance. We will train you from scratch and you can enjoy working remotely with a great team. Please click this link to Apply - bit.ly/3JgPSiU

In today’s episode for 4th July 2023, we explain the new deal between the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and the Singapore Stock Exchange (SGX). Also, a quick sidenote. If you're someone (or you know someone) who's great with communication and are enthusiastic to join our team, Ditto is looking to recruit new Insurance advisors. And no you don't need to know about insurance. We will train you from scratch and you can enjoy working remotely with a great team. Please click this link to apply - bit.ly/3JgPSiU

In today’s episode for 3rd July 2023, we explain why people are pushing the limits of tourism and the associated problems. Also, a quick sidenote. If you're someone who's great with communication and are enthusiastic to join our team, Ditto is looking to recruit new Insurance advisors. And no you don't need to know about insurance. We will train you from scratch and you can enjoy working remotely with a great team. Click this link to apply - bit.ly/3JgPSiU

In today’s episode for 1st July 2023, we explain why a commodity exchange monopoly has been having a rough time of late. Before we begin today's story, here's a quick side note — When you are new to investing and the stock market, you are bound to make a few errors. But some of those mistakes can be more damaging than others. Our co-founder Shrehith Karkera made one such mistake during his college days and he tells the tale in our latest YT video. Watch the video to hear the story of how 'shrimp' almost bankrupted Shrehith and the valuable lessons newbie investors must keep in mind. Please click the link - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gAsWYsrSTDE

The Apple rumour mill is churning. And the big news is that Apple has met with the top brass at HDFC Bank to launch a co-branded credit card in India. Yup, an Apple credit card! Why’s this a big deal, you ask? In today’s episode for 30th July 2023, we explain Apple’s financial service ambitions.