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Telecom’s DC power legacy can offer a blueprint for AI data centres: Vertiv’s Greg Funk
Funk said data centre operators can draw on benefits of efficiency and reliability as AI concentrates more computing power into smaller spaces.
Starlink builds 20 gateway sites in India, says user data will stay in country
Starlink has constructed 20 gateway sites across India to develop its satellite communication services. The company designed its operations with specific security controls to comply with Indian regulations. Starlink's investment aims to provide high-speed connectivity in areas lacking reliable telecom infrastructure. SpaceX's broader expansion plan includes advancements in satellite connectivity, focusing on artificial intelligence and computing capabilities.
SIPs in the red: Should you stop, stay invested or invest more?
Systematic Investment Plans are designed to mitigate market volatility, but prolonged weak equity markets affect their effectiveness. Investors should not stop their SIPs even if returns are negative, as it allows for purchasing more units. Assessing the performance of mutual funds is essential during periods of weak returns. SIPs can also be used for various mutual fund categories beyond equities.
From just-in-time to just-in-case: oil executives say world needs more export routes
The ongoing disruptions from the Iran conflict are reshaping energy supply chain strategies. TotalEnergies and BP are actively seeking alternative pipeline avenues to avoid conflict-affected areas. Chevron is in discussions with Iraq's government for potential oilfield access and new pipeline initiatives.
Pimco touts diversification need as yields lure at 24-year high
According to Pimco, bond yields are at unprecedented peaks, offering lucrative income opportunities for investors. The firm recommends allocating funds across both developed and emerging markets to lessen risk exposure. Long bonds signal possible inflation persistence, fueled by rising energy costs. They also highlight fiscal challenges in nations such as the US and France in their latest report.
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D-St set for a negative opening as GIFT Nifty signals weak start
Benchmark Nifty experienced a rebound on expiry day due to a drop in India VIX and Brent crude oil prices. Investor attention is now focused on the forthcoming RBI policy outcome amid ongoing rupee weakness. The rupee declined against the dollar amidst foreign capital outflows and uncertainties surrounding a US-Iran deal. Stocks in the F&O ban included SAIL, Bandhan Bank, and Ambuja Cement.

Stocks in news: Titan, HCL Tech, Adani Ports and Utkarsh SFB
Indian equities extended their recovery on Tuesday, driven by positive global cues and corporate updates. The Nifty 50 index closed at 22,714.80, marking a gain of 195.05 points. Several companies, including Titan Company and HCLTech, reported encouraging business developments that are likely to impact their stock performance. Technical analysts suggest that the Nifty will remain constructive if it stays above 22,600.

Factories of future: Built on 25 years of reform & execution
India's industrial sector has seen significant growth under Modi's leadership, emphasising infrastructure development and reforms. The Vibrant Gujarat Summit initiated a strategic approach to enhance ease of doing business. Recent trade agreements have expanded access to global markets for Indian manufacturers.

Rats, broken toilets and collapsing ceilings: Why 1,800 French high schools were blocked or closed as 250,000 people took to the streets
France’s national lycée students’ union said 1,800 of the country’s roughly 3,700 high schools were either blocked or closed. Some authorities shifted classes online. By Monday, nearly 590 high schools had reported disruptions.

Lance Armstrong net worth, salary, earnings, wealth: Rise and fall of once iconic American cyclist, face of prestigious Tour de France and investment lessons from Olympic medalist
Lance Armstrong during his peak had signed major endorsements with Nike, Oakley, Trek and Anheuser Busch. Armstrong said that he lost about $75 million when his sponsors deserted him last year after USADA released its damning report on him.

How a 9-year-old Warren Buffett learnt a lesson on compounding by rolling snowballs on the lawn of his Nebraska home
Warren Buffett's journey into the world of compounding began in his childhood while he rolled snowballs in Nebraska. He drew parallels between attracting opportunities and how snowballs accumulate snow, illustrating that small investments can flourish significantly when approached correctly. Recently, he stepped down as chairman of Berkshire Hathaway, entrusting leadership to his son, reflecting on his illustrious career and his unwavering faith in the company’s future.
Bengal, count plants, not promises: The real test of its industrial comeback
In a bid to enhance industrial investment in West Bengal, finance minister Swapan Dasgupta plans to overhaul outdated land use regulations. This initiative will introduce new policies like land pooling and financial incentives tied to job creation for emerging projects. The historical challenges have stunted the region's industrial advancement, prompting the need for robust administrative reforms.

Indian companies must invest in R&D, move from generics to innovation-led industry: Pharma leaders
Indian pharmaceutical leaders emphasize the need for investment in innovation to transition from generics to innovative products. They highlight the importance of regulatory reforms and a strong ecosystem for research and development. Industry executives mention that the next decade will be critical for this transformation and urge companies to capitalize on scientific talent. Government initiatives are acknowledged as supportive in this endeavor for global competitiveness.

Sharmila Mona Sinha: The third daughter who turned deficit into dividend and became a US Hall of Famer
Sharmila Mona Sinha, who grew up in Kolkata, has been inducted into the National Women’s Hall of Fame. She became the second Indian woman to receive this honor, following Indra Nooyi. Sinha's journey has included time in investment banking and philanthropic efforts for women's rights. She currently serves as CEO of Equality Now, addressing issues affecting women globally.

7 investing lessons from Jim Leitner for building the right market mindset
Leitner believes investors should remain open to new ideas and recognise that markets can challenge even experienced participants.

In 2016, an entrepreneur invested $2,000 in a pet-hair lint roller; years later, his Amazon business generates $10 million
Kyle Binder, founder of PetLovers, started his e-commerce business with $2,000, a student grant and a single Amazon listing for a lint roller. The business evolved into an international pet hair removal brand that generated $10 million a year in revenue. Binder explains in a How I AI episode how he uses artificial intelligence, automation and data to run the company’s operations. He talks about PetLovers Cortex, its own AI system based on LLMs, and tools like ChatGPT, ClickUp, Odoo and the Amazon Seller SP-API. The conversation also covers sustainable systems, inventory, analytics, workflow, hiring and business strategy.

Warren Buffett's analysis was correct. His temper was not. The bill ran into billions
There was no bad analysis, no misread of a balance sheet, no industry he failed to understand. The company he bought was superb and remains the foundation of everything he built afterwards. And the single decision he took while buying it is the one he calls the most expensive of his career. He has had decades to work out why he made it. He has never managed to.

In 2015, a Chicago entrepreneur invested $5,000 in a CFO side hustle; years later, it became a seven-figure business with 16 staff
John Frank started Third Road Management after finding an opportunity to offer strategic, financial and operational aid to small and mid-sized organizations. What started as a side hustle in 2014 led to the company's formal launch in 2015, funded with an initial amount of $5,000 as investment. Frank later moved into the business full-time and established a multi-seven-figure company focused on fractional CFO, Controller and Bookkeeping services.

Class 9 students to learn income tax and personal finance under new NCERT curriculum
NCERT has introduced personal income tax in the Class 9 curriculum to enhance financial literacy among students. The textbook highlights the importance of paying taxes honestly and on time as a civic duty. Students will learn to calculate their tax liability using the new tax regime's slab system. Additionally, the chapter covers personal finance principles, including budgeting, saving, and protecting against risks.

NBA superstar LeBron James turned his hometown connection into a school that gives children more than classrooms
LeBron James established the I PROMISE School in Akron, dedicated to aiding students who require both academic guidance and personal support. This innovative institution takes a holistic approach, providing essential services such as housing assistance and nutrition programs for families. By 2025, the school served 343 students, seamlessly merging education with vital community resources to enhance children's prospects by addressing their overall circumstances.

Small Habit That Changed Their Finances: Warren Buffett followed one simple money rule that is a masterclass in wealth building
Before Warren Buffett became a billionaire investor, he was a child saving small amounts of money from selling Coke and doing odd jobs. By age 11, those savings had reached $114, enough to buy his first stock. But Buffett says the real lesson was not about the amount he had; it was about a habit he learned early from his father, one he believes can shape financial success long before a person earns a big income.

Small Habit That Changed Their Finances: Zerodha's Nithin Kamath reveals how a Rs 20,000 credit card debt changed his money habits
Nithin Kamath’s financial philosophy centres on learning from debt, maintaining cash reserves and investing with discipline. After a Rs 20,000 credit card debt took him five years to repay, he stayed away from credit cards for nearly a decade. One common thread in all of his financial advice or lesson is to have enough cash reserves. Apart from this his investment approach focuses on suitable asset allocation, low-cost index funds, regular investing, rebalancing and staying invested.

Small Habit That Changed Their Finances: Vivek Oberoi has Rs 1,200 cr wealth, but still checks price tags. Actor-businessman says, 'not because I have to but...'
Vivek Oberoi, who reportedly has Rs 1,200 crore wealth, says his approach to money was shaped by lessons from his father. In an Indian Express interview, he outlined wealth creation through active income, savings and purposeful long-term investing. He still checks price tags to see whether value matches the price. Oberoi also learnt debit and credit at 11 or 12 and started his first business at 19.

Quote of the day by Howard Marks: "Memory – and the resulting prudence – always comes out the loser when pitted against greed"
Howard Marks’ quote highlights how greed can overpower investors’ memories of past market downturns. Rising prices, optimism and fear of missing out can weaken prudence, making disciplined risk assessment and lessons from previous cycles easier to overlook.

Small Habit That Changed Their Finances: Before Rs 1200 crore net worth, Vivek Oberoi's father taught him money management lessons as a kid
Vivek Oberoi was introduced to a money lesson at an age when most children were still learning how to spend their pocket money. His father made him handle real-world finances, make mistakes and understand what money was worth. Years later, those early lessons shaped the actor-turned-entrepreneur’s approach to business, assets and wealth; a journey that has reportedly taken his net worth to around ₹1,200 crore.

Quote of the day by Hetty Green: "I buy when things are low and no one wants them. I keep them until they go up and people are crazy to get them."
Hetty Green’s investing philosophy emphasised buying when fear and pessimism drive prices lower, then patiently holding until sentiment improves. Her approach highlights the importance of distinguishing price from value, assessing fundamentals and avoiding crowd-driven decisions during market cycles.

Warren Buffett on the difference between investing in real estate and the stock market
Both purchases were small, and he says so himself. He tells the stories anyway, because between them they contain everything he knows about investing, and neither involves a share certificate, a screen, or a single price quotation. What makes them work is the same thing that stops most people from making money in the market, and it has nothing to do with skill.

Quote of the day by Fred Schwed Jr: "People would rather believe that they have been robbed than that they have been fools on the advice of fools"
Fred Schwed Jr.’s famous Wall Street observation highlights how investors may blame advisers after losses instead of examining their own decisions. The lesson is to treat financial advice as an input, understand investments independently, assess risk and learn from mistakes.
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