Finshots Daily

By Finshots

Business

What's Finshots Daily about?

A daily 5-min podcast explaining the most important finance and business happenings in plain English. India focused.

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Finshots Daily episodes:

05.09.2024
The life and death of an Indian shopping mall
In today's episode for 9th May 2024, we trace the lifecycle of a mall and see why some of them are dying.
05.08.2024
Goobye potholes, hello self-healing roads?
In today’s episode for 8th May 2024, we talk about the economic impact of potholes on Indian roads and how the highway authority intends to innovatively tackle it.
05.07.2024
The Red Sea is still a no-go zone
In today's episode for 7th May 2024, we revisit the problem in the Red Sea to see if things are getting any better.
05.06.2024
The UK's climate plan is unlawful!
In today’s episode for 6th May 2023, we tell you why the UK High Court rejected the government’s climate action plan.
05.03.2024
Horlicks and Bournvita no longer health drinks?
In today’s episode for 3rd May 2024 we talk about the Indian health regulator’s recent clampdown on malt and milk based drinks
05.02.2024
Do ATMs need a pay rise?
In today’s episode for 2nd May 2024, we tell you how ATM operators make money and why they’ve been asking for higher fees.
05.01.2024
How safe are your masalas?
In today’s episode for 1st May 2024, we explain the controversy surrounding some of India’s premier spice makers.
04.30.2024
Dal-onomics
In today’s episode for 30th April 2024, we tell you about rising dal prices and government actions.
04.29.2024
Let's talk about inheritance tax
In today’s episode for 29th April 2024, we talk about why Inheritance Tax may or may not be a good idea. But before we begin, we have a question for you — Do you want to be the one writing and...
04.27.2024
Vi’s happiness is Indus Towers’ happiness
In today’s episode for 27th April 2024, we explain the role of tower companies in the telecom industry.
04.26.2024
Who owns a hedge fund’s algorithm?
In today’s episode for 26th April 2024, we explain a battle between two money management companies in the US and the surprising role India has to play in it.
04.25.2024
The economics of modifying the weather
Last week, heavy downpours and floods in Dubai kindled some chatter around cloud seeding. So in today’s episode for 25th April 2024, we talk about the good and bad economics of artificial rain. But before we begin, we have a question...
04.24.2024
Lloyd cooked the books?
In today’s episode for 24th April 2024, we explain a SEBI order that highlights financial irregularities up the top brass at a formerly listed company called Lloyd Electric & Engineering. But before we begin, we have a question for you —...
04.23.2024
Did Amazon spy on Flipkart and others?
In today’s Finshots, we tell you about how Amazon has been trying to get insider information about its rivals such as Flipkart and Walmart. But before we begin, we have a question for you — Do you want to be the...
04.22.2024
NASA has a budget problem
In today’s Finshots, we tell you why America’s space agency, NASA (National Aeronautics and Space Administration) is struggling to fund its space missions. But before we begin, we have a question for you — Do you want to be the one...
04.20.2024
Should DMart sell gold?
In today’s episode for 20th April 2024, we explain how DMart has tweaked its strategy over the past year and we make a suggestion of our own.
04.19.2024
Golden Passports and Visas are losing their shine
In today’s episode for 19th April 2024, we tell you why countries are clamping down on schemes that offer citizenships and residence permits in return for cash. But before we begin, we have a question for you — Do you want...
04.18.2024
Why an India-Mauritius tax amendment triggered a stock market slide
In today’s episode for 18th April 2024, we tell you why a tax treaty amendment with Mauritius nudged foreign investors to withdraw their investments from the Indian stock market and why Mauritius let that happen. Also, a quick side note. If...
04.17.2024
Can Tamil Nadu expand its ‘Detroit of India’ tag to EVs?
In today’s episode for 17th April 2024, we tell you how Tamil Nadu became India’s automobile manufacturing hub and now wants to take the Electric Vehicle (EV) crown too. Also, a quick side note. If you're someone who has great communication...
04.16.2024
Can India recharge Tesla?
In today’s episode for 16th April 2024, we explain Tesla’s interest in India and the possible hurdles it might face. Also, a quick side note. If you're someone who has great communication skills and are looking to join a dynamic team,...
04.15.2024
How greenhouse gases are being smuggled into Europe
In today’s episode for 15th April 2024, we tell you how and why powerful climate pollutant gases called HFCs (hydrofluorocarbons) are being illegally traded across Europe. But before we begin, we have a question for you — Do you want to...
04.12.2024
How a bird expanded a fundamental right
In today’s episode for 12th April 2024, we explain how the tussle between saving Rajasthan’s state bird and renewable power has led to the recognition of a new distinct fundamental right. But before we begin, we have a question for you...
04.11.2024
Why is Kerala in a financial crisis?
In today’s Finshots, we explain how the state ended up in a spot of bother and why it is unhappy with the central government. Do you want to be the one writing and editing the Finshots newsletter? Well, we might have a...
04.10.2024
Why is India leasing out its petroleum reserves?
In today’s episode for 10th April 2024, we tell you why strategic petroleum reserves may not be economically viable for countries like India and how we plan to tackle this problem. Also, a quick side note. If you're someone who has...
04.09.2024
What is Reverse Innovation?
In today’s episode for 9th April 2024, we explain the concept of reverse innovation based on the back of GE Healthcare’s endeavours in India. Also, a quick side note. If you're someone who has great communication skills and are looking to...
04.08.2024
Disney’s billion-dollar Boardroom Battle
In today’s episode for 8th April 2024, we talk about the lengthy proxy battle at Disney and tell you why its shareholders had been in a tug of war over who should be on the Board (of Directors). Also, a quick...
04.06.2024
A Landmark moment for Mercedes-Benz?
In today’s episode for 6th April 2024, we explain how Landmark Cars is riding the wave of demand for luxury and premium cars. Also, a quick side note. If you're someone who has great communication skills and are looking to join...
04.05.2024
RBI’s crackdown on currency trading?
In today’s episode for5th April 2024, we explain the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) latest directive on trading currency derivatives on the exchanges. Also, a quick side note. If you're someone who has great communication skills and are looking to join...
04.04.2024
What the heck is AI Washing?
In today’s episode for 4th April 2024, we talk about AI washing and why companies are doing it. Also, a quick side note. If you're someone who has great communication skills and are looking to join a dynamic team, Ditto is...
04.03.2024
Did Amber Dalal run a Ponzi scheme?
In today’s episode for 3rd April 2024, we tell you about how a Chartered Accountant allegedly defrauded thousands of investors across the world. Also, a quick side note. If you're someone who has great communication skills and are looking to join...
04.02.2024
Why the Visa and Mastercard antitrust case isn't over
In today’s episode for 2nd April 2024, we tell you all about a decades-long antitrust lawsuit that Visa and Mastercard have been stuck in and why it may not end anytime soon. Also, a quick side note. If you're someone who...
04.01.2024
Chocolate Chaos
In today’s episode for 1st April 2024, we tell you why cocoa prices are hitting record highs. Also, a quick side note. If you're someone who has great communication skills and are looking to join a dynamic team, Ditto is recruiting...
03.30.2024
Goodbye, ICICI Securities…
In today’s episode for 30th March 2024, explain why there was controversy over the delisting of ICICI Securities. If you're someone who has great communication skills and are looking to join a dynamic team, Ditto is recruiting new Insurance Advisors. You...
03.29.2024
Daniel Kahneman’s Prospect Theory
Daniel Kahneman passed away on 27th March and your LinkedIn feed is probably filled with people telling you why Kahneman’s book “Thinking, Fast and Slow” is the best book ever written. And there’s no denying it’s a great book. But it...
03.28.2024
An explainer on Bima Sugam
In today’s episode for 28th March 2024, we talk about insurance’s new online marketplace ― Bima Sugam and tell you why it’s being labelled as a gamechanger for the Indian insurance industry.
03.27.2024
America sues Apple
In today’s episode for 27th March 2024, we tell you about the latest lawsuit against the iPhone maker in the US.
03.26.2024
Can a living wage replace the minimum wage?
Since there’s news about India considering replacing the ‘minimum’ wage with a ‘living’ wage, we thought we’d dive into these concepts in today’s episode for 26th March 2024.
03.25.2024
Much to cheer about India’s PMI!
In today’s episode for 25th March 2024, we explain the latest results of India’s Flash Purchasing Managers’ Index.
03.23.2024
Has the rally of Oil Marketing Companies run out of fuel?
In today’s episode for 23rd March 2024, we explain why the shares of certain oil companies witnessed a massive rally in 2023 and how recent events might be a dampener.
03.22.2024
Can Delhi clear its garbage dumps?
In today’s episode for 22nd March 2024, we talk about biomining and why Delhi hasn’t been able to reclaim its biggest dumping grounds.
03.21.2024
The Soho House frenzy explained
In today’s episode for 21st March 2024, we tell you all about the exclusive Soho House and its expansion in India.
03.20.2024
Can Fly91 fly where others couldn’t?
In today’s episode for 20th March 2024, we explain why regional airlines in India have always had a tough gig.
03.19.2024
What’s a Revolving Door Incentive?
In today’s episode for 19th March 2024, we explain why the potential sale of TikTok in the US has evoked discussions around an economic concept known as a Revolving Door.
03.18.2024
Did Hari Shankar Tibrewala crash the stock market???
In today’s episode for 18th March 2024, we explain why a Dubai-based ‘businessman’ is in the eye of a stock market storm.
03.16.2024
Gold Rush
In today’s episode for 16th March 2024, we explain what’s driving gold prices higher and higher.
03.15.2024
What if the world's coral reefs disappeared?
In today’s episode for 15th March 2024, we talk about the mass coral bleaching of the Great Barrier Reef and what would possibly happen if our coral reefs disappeared.
03.14.2024
Why is Bengaluru facing a water crisis?
In today’s episode for 14th March 2024, we explain the water crisis that has engulfed the Silicon Valley of India.
03.13.2024
What's the Digital Competition Bill anyway?
In today’s episode for 13th March 2024, we give you a primer on the government’s idea to bring about a law to regulate digital businesses.
03.12.2024
Will we see a Tata Sons IPO?
In today’s episode for 12th March 2024, we tell you why everyone’s been buzzing about a potential IPO of Tata Sons.
03.11.2024
Is the newspaper industry fighting an endless battle?
In today’s episode for 11th March 2024, we talk about the newspaper industry’s battle against customs duty and why it wants the government to waive the tax.

What's Finshots Daily about?

Download our free app to listen on your phone

Finshots Daily episodes:

The life and death of an Indian shopping mall

Goobye potholes, hello self-healing roads?

The Red Sea is still a no-go zone

The UK's climate plan is unlawful!

Horlicks and Bournvita no longer health drinks?

Do ATMs need a pay rise?

How safe are your masalas?

Dal-onomics

Let's talk about inheritance tax

Vi’s happiness is Indus Towers’ happiness

Who owns a hedge fund’s algorithm?

The economics of modifying the weather

Lloyd cooked the books?

Did Amazon spy on Flipkart and others?

NASA has a budget problem

Should DMart sell gold?

Golden Passports and Visas are losing their shine

Why an India-Mauritius tax amendment triggered a stock market slide

Can Tamil Nadu expand its ‘Detroit of India’ tag to EVs?

Can India recharge Tesla?

How greenhouse gases are being smuggled into Europe

How a bird expanded a fundamental right

Why is Kerala in a financial crisis?

Why is India leasing out its petroleum reserves?

What is Reverse Innovation?

Disney’s billion-dollar Boardroom Battle

A Landmark moment for Mercedes-Benz?

RBI’s crackdown on currency trading?

What the heck is AI Washing?

Did Amber Dalal run a Ponzi scheme?

Why the Visa and Mastercard antitrust case isn't over

Chocolate Chaos

Goodbye, ICICI Securities…

Daniel Kahneman’s Prospect Theory

An explainer on Bima Sugam

America sues Apple

Can a living wage replace the minimum wage?

Much to cheer about India’s PMI!

Has the rally of Oil Marketing Companies run out of fuel?

Can Delhi clear its garbage dumps?

The Soho House frenzy explained

Can Fly91 fly where others couldn’t?

What’s a Revolving Door Incentive?

Did Hari Shankar Tibrewala crash the stock market???

Gold Rush

What if the world's coral reefs disappeared?

Why is Bengaluru facing a water crisis?

What's the Digital Competition Bill anyway?

Will we see a Tata Sons IPO?

Is the newspaper industry fighting an endless battle?