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Top of the Morning

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Top of the Morning is a daily podcast hosted by Nelson John, in which we bring you all the action from the global markets and the business world to kick-start your day on a well-informed note. This is a Mint production, brought to you by HT Smartcast

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00:07:33

FPIs Sell Big, But Spot Hidden Gems

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2025/02/20

It's Thursday, February 20th, 2025. This is Nelson John, let's get started. In January 2025, Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) withdrew over ₹780 billion from Indian equities, marking a significant sell-off. This trend persisted into February, with outflows reaching ₹73.4 billion by the 10th, as per National Securities Depository Ltd (NSDL) data. Despite this broad retreat, FPIs increased their stakes in select companies during the December 2024 quarter. Notably, FPIs raised their holdings in

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00:08:30

Indian Stocks in Slump: Correction or Bear Market

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2025/02/19

It's Wednesday, February 19th, 2025. This is Nelson John, let's get started. The Indian stock market is currently experiencing a notable downturn, raising concerns among investors about whether this is a temporary correction or the onset of a prolonged bear market. Since reaching its peak in September 2024, the Sensex has declined by approximately 12%. Mid-cap and small-cap indices have been hit harder, with declines nearing 20%, placing them on the cusp of bear market territory. Now generally a

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00:08:05

Volkswagen’s $1.4B Tax Fight: No Shipment Halt.

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2025/02/18

Welcome to Top of the Morning by Mint, your weekday newscast that brings you five major stories from the world of business. It's Tuesday, February 18th, 2025. This is Nelson John, let's get started. Japan’s KYB Corporation has sold its 51% stake in the joint venture KYB Conmat Pvt. Ltd., transferring full ownership back to India’s Conmat Group, led by Premraj Keshyep. Established in 2013, this partnership combined KYB’s advanced technology with Conmat’s local expertise to produce concrete

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00:08:10

₹122 Crore Scam Rocks New India Co-operative Bank,...

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2025/02/17

It's Monday, February 17, 2025. This is Nelson John, let's get started. Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) have recently sold shares worth $21 billion over the past four months, representing about 2.7% of their total equity holdings in India, which stood at $782 billion as of January 2025. While this percentage may seem modest, the impact on the Indian stock market has been significant. The selling pressure has been particularly intense in small and mid-cap stocks. FPIs increased their holdings in

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00:06:46

Quick Insights into the New Income Tax Bill 2025:...

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2025/02/14

Welcome to Top of the Morning by Mint, your weekday newscast that brings you five major stories from the world of business. It's Friday, February 14, 2025. This is Nelson John, let's get started. Top Indian business schools are witnessing a resurgence in hiring activities, despite uncertainties stemming from global political developments. This rebound is attributed to the robust growth of India’s economy, which has bolstered corporate confidence and led to an increased demand for management

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00:06:31

Global private equity firms in the Race for a $3...

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2025/02/13

Welcome to Top of the Morning by Mint, your weekday newscast that brings you five major stories from the world of business. It's Thursday, February 13, 2025. This is Nelson John, let's get started. Amid India-China geopolitical tensions, China's Fosun Pharmaceutical is in discussions with three global private equity firms to sell its majority stake in the Hyderabad-based Gland Pharma. Fosun currently owns about 51% of Gland Pharma, after initially acquiring a 74% stake for $1.2 billion. They have

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00:07:24

Hexaware’ billion-dollar IPO: A landmark return to...

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2025/02/12

Welcome to Top of the Morning by Mint, your weekday newscast that brings you five major stories from the world of business. It's Wed, February 12, 2025. This is Nelson John, let's get started. Hexaware Technologies Ltd, a global digital and technology services company backed by private equity firm Carlyle Group, is set to make a grand re-entry into the Indian stock market with a ₹8,750 crore (about $1 billion) initial public offering (IPO).The much-anticipated IPO, which opens on 12 February and

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00:06:09

Key takeaways from the RBI’s monetary policy...

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2025/02/10

Welcome to Top of the Morning by Mint, your weekday newscast that brings you five major stories from the world of business. It's Monday, February 10, 2025. This is Nelson John, let's get started. Air traffic is booming in India. Manufacturers are actively seeking deals at the Aero India exhibition, highlighting the country's potential. The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is set to hold its annual general meeting in June in New Delhi, a testament to India's growing market

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00:05:23

SBI chairman on Q3 results

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2025/02/07

Welcome to Top of the Morning by Mint, your weekday newscast that brings you five major stories from the world of business. It's Friday, February 7, 2025. This is Nelson John, let's get started. State Bank of India (SBI) posted a net profit of ₹16,891 crore for Q3 FY25, an 84.3% year-on-year surge. Chairman C.S. Setty highlighted a pickup in private capital expenditure, though sectors like steel remain sluggish, report Anshika Kayastha and Gopika Gopakumar. Despite these headwinds, SBI's corporate

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00:06:24

An interview with Sam Altman

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2025/02/06

Welcome to Top of the Morning by Mint, your weekday newscast that brings you five major stories from the world of business. It's Thursday, February 6, 2025. This is Nelson John, let's get started. In January, Prime Minister Modi introduced Mission Mausam, a significant climate forecasting initiative, receiving ₹1,329 crore in funding for FY26. But is this sufficient? Soumya Gupta explores. The mission, overseen by the Ministry of Earth Sciences, aims to enhance India's climate change predictions and

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00:06:02

Can Rashmi Saluja hang on to Religare?

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2025/02/05

Welcome to Top of the Morning by Mint, your weekday newscast that brings you five major stories from the world of business. It's Wednesday, February 5, 2025. This is Nelson John, let's get started. Despite India's solid track record of fiscal discipline and a narrowing fiscal deficit, international rating agencies like Moody's and Fitch remain cautious about upgrading India's sovereign rating. Currently, Fitch Ratings assigns India a 'BBB-' with a stable outlook, which is the lowest investment

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00:05:55

Inside the political landscape of poll-bound Delhi

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2025/02/04

Welcome to Top of the Morning by Mint, your weekday newscast that brings you five major stories from the world of business. It's Tuesday, February 4, 2025. This is Nelson John, let's get started. The Budget has introduced several agricultural schemes to boost crop productivity and improve credit access, particularly in 100 underperforming districts. However, its real impact may be limited, as many initiatives are underfunded and rely on existing programmes. For instance, despite growing climate

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00:06:21

How Trump’s tariffs on Canada and Mexico affect India

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2025/02/03

Welcome to Top of the Morning by Mint, your weekday newscast that brings you five major stories from the world of business. It's Monday, February 3, 2025. This is Nelson John, let's get started. US President Donald Trump has implemented tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico, and China, citing a national emergency related to drug trafficking. Starting February 4, imports from Canada and Mexico will face a 25% tariff, except for Canadian oil which will see a 10% duty. Chinese imports will incur an

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00:06:04

Will the FM deliver a fiscal bazooka?

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2025/01/31

Welcome to Top of the Morning by Mint, your weekday newscast that brings you five major stories from the world of business. It's Friday, January 31, 2025. This is Nelson John, let's get started. India's affluent are reviving their investment in IPOs, evident from the significant funds they've poured into the market in 2024. High-net-worth individuals (HNIs), with assets over ₹5 crore, have shown a notable increase in IPO subscriptions, reaching a three-year high. The bullish sentiment among these

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00:06:17

Why Indian AI firms are taking a beating

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2025/01/30

Welcome to Top of the Morning by Mint, your weekday newscast that brings you five major stories from the world of business. It's Thursday, January 30, 2025. This is Nelson John, let's get started. Last week, Wingify, a SaaS company, was acquired by Everstone Capital for $200 million, and Minimalist, a skincare brand, was bought by Hindustan Unilever Ltd for nearly ₹3,000 crore. These significant acquisitions highlight that Indian startups can indeed generate substantial wealth, not just through IPOs

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00:06:39

RBI’s liquidity measures explained

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2025/01/29

Welcome to Top of the Morning by Mint, your weekday newscast that brings you five major stories from the world of business. It's Tuesday, January 29, 2025. This is Nelson John, let's get started. The Reserve Bank of India has announced a trio of measures aimed at injecting ₹1.5 trillion into the financial system, responding to increasing demands for liquidity from bankers and market participants. The RBI plans to purchase ₹60,000 crore in government securities through open market operations across

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00:06:32

How social media is pushing young Indians deep into debt

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2025/01/28

Welcome to Top of the Morning by Mint, your weekday newscast that brings you five major stories from the world of business. It's Tuesday, January 28, 2025. This is Nelson John, let's get started. Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) is stirring concerns in Maharashtra, with over 100 cases reported and a suspected death. This rare autoimmune disorder attacks the nervous system, sometimes leading to paralysis and severe respiratory issues. It's not contagious but typically follows infections or surgeries

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00:05:55

Want to buy fuel? You may need third-party insurance...

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2025/01/27

Welcome to Top of the Morning by Mint, your weekday newscast that brings you five major stories from the world of business. It's Monday, January 27, 2025. This is Nelson John, let's get started. US President Donald Trump's "Make in America" initiative aims to revitalize American manufacturing by encouraging companies to establish operations in the US or face higher tariffs on exports. Trump proposes incentives like a low 15% corporate tax rate for domestic manufacturing. This move challenges the

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00:06:20

Inside the seismic shift in the world of namkeens

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2025/01/24

Welcome to Top of the Morning by Mint, your weekday newscast that brings you five major stories from the world of business. It's Friday, January 24, 2025. This is Nelson John, let's get started. Delhi's liquor policy has been marred by controversy, leading to significant disputes and changes over the years. In November 2021, the Delhi government privatized liquor sales, aiming to boost revenue. However, by August 2022 this policy was reversed following a CAG report that highlighted alleged undue

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00:05:57

UPI will now let you pay for friends and family

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2025/01/23

Welcome to Top of the Morning by Mint, your weekday newscast that brings you five major stories from the world of business. It's Thursday, January 23, 2025. This is Nelson John, let's get started. Geopolitics is reshaping global tech strategies, with the US’s Stargate Project a prime example. Spearheaded by President Trump, this initiative involves a consortium including OpenAI, Oracle, SoftBank, and MGX committing $500 billion to develop AI data centres across the US. This move aims to bolster

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