Farmers around the world are protesting. Why are they protesting? Does it signal something? What are farmers' demands? Are farmers really struggling? What political and economic implications will it have? In this episode, I talk about protests in Europe and India.

#economics #farmers #farmersprotest #agriculture #europe #eu #india #msp #farmlaws #modi #rightwing #leftwing #peasant #inflation #prices

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⏱️ Time Stamps

00:33: Protests in Europe

00:55: EU Laws

04:39: Cheaper Imports

06:47: Lower Sales Price

08:10: Subsidy reversal

09:04: Climate Change & War

09:54: Politics in Europe

10:27: Protests in India

12:49: Comparing Protests in India and Europe

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📚 Sources and Further References:

Europe:

Politico - https://www.politico.eu/article/farmer-protest-europe-map-france-siege-paris-germany-poland/

Piketty - https://www.lemonde.fr/blog/piketty/2024/02/13/pesants-the-most-unequal-of-professions/

Diem25 - https://diem25.org/demands-for-respect-for-farmers-across-europe-they-must-be-able-to-live-off-their-work/

Clean Energy - https://www.cleanenergywire.org/news/cuts-german-farmers-diesel-fuel-subsidies-largely-justified-economists

CAP, EU - https://agriculture.ec.europa.eu/common-agricultural-policy/cap-overview/cap-2023-27_en

India:

HT - https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/bharat-bandh-today-why-are-farmers-protesting-demands-nationwide-protest-whats-open-whats-closed-16-february-2024-101708058229152.html

econGully (my blog) - https://econgullyblog.wordpress.com/2021/03/29/understanding-farm-reforms-farming-in-india/

Seen & the Unseen Podcast - https://seenunseen.in/ (episodes 1, 86, 140 and 211)

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Is Nirmala Sitharaman's white paper painting a true picture of economic progress? Join us as we dive deep into the data and uncover the myths and realities behind the government's narrative.

Key questions we answer:

Are previous government's criticisms fair? See, there is no denying rampant corruption and macroeconomic mismanagement. But, was everything awful?

What exactly are the current government's solutions?

Does the data tell the full story?

Get ready for:

Data-driven insights: Charts, graphs, and compelling evidence to support our findings.

A balanced perspective: We'll challenge both sides of the story and encourage critical thinking.

I take the help of an Excel sheet in this video. If you want this Excel sheet, follow me on one of the social media platforms, preferably, LinkedIn, DM me by replying 'I need the Excel file' and then you will get the copy.

#modi #manmohansingh #congress #bjp #nirmalasitharaman #economics #india #indianeconomics #data #vajpayee #demonetisation

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⏱️ Time Stamps

01:23: White Paper Intentions

03:56: Highlights of White Paper - Validating and Busting Various Claims

10:21: Corruption Cases

11:35: Best of NDA

12:20: No Word on Demonetisation

16:45: Excel Show Begins - Intro

18:24: India GDP Growth (Data Analysis - Excel)

19:18: Inflation (Data Analysis - Excel)

20:00: Fiscal Deficit & Debt (Data Analysis - Excel)

21:52: FDI, Investments Stock Markets (Data Analysis - Excel)

23:38: Infrastructure (Data Analysis - Excel)

24:50: Other Data Points (Data Analysis - Excel)

26:32: Recommendations

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📚 Sources and Further References:

White Paper, Finance Ministry - https://dea.gov.in/sites/default/files/White%20Paper%20on%20the%20Indian%20Economy%20-%20February%202024.pdf

Growth in the Time of UPA, EPW - https://www.epw.in/journal/2014/16/insight/growth-time-upa.html

The Lost Decade, Puja Mehra (Book) - https://amzn.eu/d/f4NPmwW

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Presenting my budget analysis in the most unbiased way.

#budget #interimbudget #budget2024 #nirmalasitharaman #modi #bjp #economics #policy #politics #fiscaldeficit

Links to different materials used in the video -

Budget 2024: Focussed But Deducting 2 Marks, Swapnil Karkare - https://econgullyblog.wordpress.com/2024/02/01/budget-2024-focussed-but-deducting-2-marks/

(Links to many databases and images in this blog)

MSME 2023 Review, MSME Talk Podcast - https://msmetalk.com/podcast/msme-segment-review-2023/

Diwalinomics, Swapnil Karkare - https://youtu.be/41pIC5h_hZw?feature=shared

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00:39: Highlight of the budget - Fiscal deficit

03:19: How the government will earn money in FY25? Government Receipts

06:44: How the government will spend in FY25? Government Expenditure

08:27: Capital Expenditure

11:10: Analysing Income and Expenditure together

12:35: Risk factors in India & Misses in this budget

18:44: Conclusion

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Pushpa wants to rule. But he wants the syndicate members around the Seshachalam Hills to become rich too.

So, what's a syndicate? Richer - what do you mean by that? And what are these hills? What the hell are you talking about? Are you feeling like that?

Well, first things first - spoiler alerts (lots!).

You probably have to watch the movie (or a few minutes which I mentioned on Prime Video) to understand the context - although I have explained it quite well at the beginning.

The movie revolves around the red sandalwood's illegal trade and how Pushpa moves up the ranks in the smuggling group. But the economist in me found out the hidden forms of competition and markets in it and how it technically fits the storyline as well. However, although the movie buff in me wants to know what happens in the second part, the economist is worried about a couple of technical concepts. What is this all about? You have to watch the entire video to understand why monopolies are bad and competition is good and how Pushpa is, therefore, the free market advocate.

This is the second such episode on movies. ICYMI, watch the similar video on Pathan here - • Economics Lessons from Pathaan | Mark...

#economics #pushpa #pushparaj #pushpamovie #pushpa2 #alluarjun #rashmikamandanna #fahadhfaasil #markets #freemarket #finance #economics101 #competition #monopoly #oligopoly #hindimovies #telugumovies #tamilmovies

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01:03: Red Sandalwood's Monopoly Market

02:57: The Middleman Monopoly

04:54: Syndicate - Oligopoly

05:31: A Monopsony in Chennai

06:50: Different Types of Markets Discussed - Revision

07:59: Cues from Pathan in the Pushpa sequel

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📚 Sources and Further References:

Market Structure, CFI - https://corporatefinanceinstitute.com...

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This is the collab episode between Saumya Bader, a Chartered Accountant and the host of the Economic Charcha Podcast, and Me.

Saumya and I discussed how we started our content creation journey. We also talked a lot about the good, bad and ugly sides of finfluencer or finance influencer marketing. We believe professionals must separate the chaff from the wheat in this finance-creator economy - which is the need of the hour.

🗣️ Tell us if you liked it or not. And we would also want to know whether we should do this often. Waiting for your response! 💬💡

Don't forget to like this video, and subscribe to my channel!

And yes, this was not just one podcast. So, please do follow Saumya, especially, on her updates on the upcoming podcast on business case studies on -

LinkedIn - / saumya-bader

Instagram - / saumyabader

Economic Charcha Podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/30LReM6...

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⏱️ Time Stamps:

02:17: How did Swapnil start his content creation journey?

03:58: How did Saumya start her content creation journey?

05:17: How and Why did Swapnil start making YouTube videos and IG reels?

06:52: We share how practice and consistency make things look great

11:17: Thoughts about Finfluencers - Good, Bad & Ugly

14:21: Our favs

15:59: What's a good finance podcast or content or finfluencer?

21:13: Responsibility of CAs and other experts to talk about or create good content

22:42: A Message to Finance Content Creators

27:42: Collaborate with us and let us grow together

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🌐 Exploring Statistical Websites: Which One's The Best -- It's not India's 📊

I dive into the world of statistical websites: comparing their efficiency in providing correct and user-friendly data.

I evaluated different official websites of 11 countries based on four crucial criteria -

🔍 1. Google Search Ranking:

How easily each website surfaces in a Google search. A higher ranking ensures that users can quickly access the information they need.

⏰ 2. Time to Get the Data:

We analyze and compare the speed at which each website provides the latest GDP data.

📂 3. Availability of Excel Files and Visualization:

A comprehensive statistical website should not only provide raw data but also offer downloadable files for further analysis. This apart, they should also give attractive visualisation options for making their websites user-friendly.

🖥️ 4. UI/UX of the Website:

In this segment, we critique the UI/UX design of each website, emphasizing the importance of a seamless experience.

🌍 Why User-Friendly Websites Matter for India:

With a focus on data transparency and accountability, I discuss how accessible platforms empower the general public to navigate information effortlessly.

Join me on this data-driven journey as we evaluate and discuss the strengths and weaknesses of different statistical websites.

Empower yourself with the knowledge needed to make sense of the complex world of economic indicators.

Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to stay updated on our latest analyses! 💡📈

🗣️ Share your experiences of using these websites in the comments below! 💬💡

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⏱️ Time Stamps:

00:39: Why official statistical websites matter?

01:10: Challenges while accessing statistical websites

02:03: 4 parameters to review official statistical websites

03:15: Reviewing MOSPI, India's Statistical Website

09:16: Reviewing NBSC, China's Statistical Website

09:49: Reviewing FSSS, Russia's Statistical Website

11:03: Reviewing IBGE, Brazil's Statistical Website

12:48: Reviewing Stats SA, South Africa's Statistical Website

14:43: Reviewing INEGI, Mexico's Statistical Website

16:23: Reviewing ONS, UK's Statistical Website

17:09: Reviewing BEA, USA's Statistical Website

18:10: Reviewing De Statis, Germany's Statistical Website

18:58: Reviewing Pakistan Bureau of Statistics

19:39: Reviewing Department of Census & Statistics, Srilanka's Statistical Website

20:58: Thoughts about statistical websites, data transparency, user-friendly data and governance

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Thanks for tuning in, and I'll catch you next week for more fascinating insights! 🌟💼📈

#StatisticalWebsites #GDPData #DataTransparency #UserExperience #UI #UX #Webdesigning #India #MOSPI #BEA #statistics #economics #userfriendly #datavisualization #google #seo #China #Russia #UK #Germany #Mexico #Brazil #Pakistan #Srilanka #USA #SouthAfrica

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📚 Sources and Further References:

India [MOSPI] - https://www.mospi.gov.in/

USA [BEA] - https://www.bea.gov/

UK [ONS] - https://www.ons.gov.uk/

Germany [DE Statis] - https://www.destatis.de/EN/

China [NBSC] - https://www.stats.gov.cn/

Brazil [IBGE] - https://www.ibge.gov.br/

Russia [FSSS] - https://eng.rosstat.gov.ru/

South Africa [Stats SA] - https://www.statssa.gov.za/

Mexico [INEGI] - https://en.www.inegi.org.mx/

Pakistan [Pakistan Bureau of Statistics] - https://www.pbs.gov.pk/

Srilanka [Department of Census & Statistics] - http://www.statistics.gov.lk/

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Which are the richest and the poorest districts in Maharashtra? How rich will Maharashtra be if we remove Mumbai's income? How is Maharashtra's economy performing? Have we recovered from Covid?

Let me walk you through Maharashtra's economic analysis with the latest data.

Seldom do we talk about the State's Economy in India. This is my first attempt to uncover the economic data of my birth state - Maharashtra.

This is a special episode as I have also created a video in the Marathi language. Recommend your friends and colleagues to watch it here - • Maharashtra Economy [In Marathi] | Ri...

In case you don't know, I host the econGully Marathi Podcast, the first podcast about economics and finance in the Marathi language. Link here - https://econgullyblog.wordpress.com/p...

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00:57: Maharashtra Economic Size

01:07: Maharashtra Economy If Mumbai Removed from it

01:39: Sector Wise Contribution to Maharashtra's Economy

03:28: Maharashtra Economy Post Covid

05:40: Data issues about States in India

06:50: Maharashtra Economic Growth in the last 10 years

08:49: Analysis of District Per Capita Income for Maharashtra

13:05: Analysis of District Wise Electricity Consumption in Maharashtra

15:14: District Wise Growth of Per Capita Income in Maharashtra

16:26: Questions to ask in the upcoming elections

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Thanks for tuning in, and I'll catch you next week for more fascinating insights! 🌟💼📈

#maharashtra #maharashtranews #devendrafadnavis #eknathshinde #uddhavthackeray #ajitpawar #sharadpawar #maharashtrapolitics #maharashtraeconomy #mumbai #pune #thane #raigad #navimumbai #nagpur #hingoli #washim #solapur #osmanabad #districtsinfo #knowledge #aurangabad #sambhajinagar #covid19 #economy

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📚 Sources and Further References:

State GDP Data (pdf) - http://tinyurl.com/mrxsvedz

District GDP Data (pdf) - http://tinyurl.com/4uzss3s5

Economic Survey of Maharashtra FY23 (pdf) - http://tinyurl.com/yk6juduj

Infrastructure Statistics of Maharashtra FY21 (pdf) - http://tinyurl.com/ksxw2dm8

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The SRK-starrer movie, Dunki is about migration. It has become a central point in the United Kingdom currently.

Reason?

Because the UK has opened up its labour market to foreigners.

But why did it open up if Brexit's main agenda was to cut it down?

Yes, you are right. But the economy is going through many problems and the labour shortage is one of them.

Ok. So what sort of problems? And Why?

All these questions are answered in this video. This is an economic, social and political roller coaster ride. So, brace yourself and join me in unravelling the journey of the UK.

By the way, the romance of UK and EU is pretty much like Bollywood movie DDLJ.

🎬 ICYMI here's the link to my YT short on 'Why did British or European powers come to India in the first place before colonising it?' 🌶️

• #History #British #India #spices #eur...

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0:46: Why did the UK join the EU?

1:18: Marshall Plan and Team Work within Europe

1:51: Difference between Customs Union and Free Trade Area

3:09: UK's romance and resemblance with another SRK-starrer movie Dilwale Dulhaniya Le Jayenge (DDLJ)

4:30: Events before UK's membership in EU

7:18: Did the UK benefit from EU membership?

8:28: Immigration issues

9:35: UK politics and Euroscepticism

10:37: Referendum Results

12:21: Impact of Brexit on UK economy

14:41: Social and political issues post-Brexit

16:20: Some good aspects after Brexit

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📚 Sources and Further References:

UK Economy Data, UK Govt. - https://www.ons.gov.uk/economy

Brexit: What economic impacts does the literature anticipate?, Catherine Mathieu - http://tinyurl.com/yu8v6f9s

The economic Impact of EU membership on the UK, Aston University - http://tinyurl.com/3aj4vrmp

EU Membership and FDI, UK Govt. - http://tinyurl.com/mr42spxa

North & South by Henry Overman and Alan Winters, CentrePiece Winter 2004 -http://tinyurl.com/a965dzab

The Growth Effects of EU Membership for the UK: Review of the evidence, NICHOLAS CRAFTS, SMF - http://tinyurl.com/yx57nwsj

THE COST OF BREXIT TO JUNE 2022, Centre for European Reform - http://tinyurl.com/4k5y4xcz

The impact of Brexit, in charts, The Economist - http://tinyurl.com/2573js5t

What's Really Driving the Labour Shortage in the UK?, Personio - http://tinyurl.com/2z947akm

Skilled Worker visa: shortage occupations, UK Govt. - http://tinyurl.com/4m9n8dcb

How much do countries benefit from membership in the European Union?, CEPR - http://tinyurl.com/mvwhfey9

EU membership has many benefits, but economic growth is not one of them – new findings, Conversation - http://tinyurl.com/48m32xhf

Over 440 finance firms move jobs out of UK and £900bn flees to EU, Yahoo Finance - http://tinyurl.com/yu4fx8jt

UK trade agreements in effect, UK Govt. - http://tinyurl.com/y8zha6yp

UK employment hits record high but the economy is still short 1 million workers, CNN Business - http://tinyurl.com/2s3jwdsy

Results of 2016 UK Referendum, Wikipedia - http://tinyurl.com/55d6b4en

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🌈 Join me in this exciting episode as we unravel the economic mysteries behind Diwali - the festival that lights up our lives and economies! 🪔💰

From vehicles to digital transactions, and from stock markets to online shopping - find out how Indians celebrated this festival. Will this boost the economy? If yes, by how much?

Sit back, grab a cup of coffee, and immerse yourself in the fascinating world of Diwalinomics.

In this video, I have analysed the current situation only. I have said something about GDP growth as well. But it should be taken only to gauge direction, rather than accuracy of the same.

🎬 Missed My Multi-Asset Mutual Funds Video? Check It Out Now! 📊💹

• How to Diversify Your Portfolio? | Be...

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0:28: Sweets and Weight gains

1:06: Plug: Best Multi-Asset Mutual Funds - • How to Diversify Your Portfolio? | Be...

1:44: Vehicles

2:24: Toll

3:10: UPI

3:56: Credit Cards

4:14: Debit Cards

4:33: Electricity

6:19: Stock Markets

6:45: Currency in Circulation

7:27: Retail Trade

8:02: Online Shopping

9:32: Overall Consumer Demand

11:30: Excess Inventory

12:40: Shrinkflation

13:10: Summary of all problems and conclusion

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Thanks for tuning in, and I'll catch you next week for more fascinating insights! 🌟💼📈 #Diwalinomics #EconomicTrends #FestivalofLights #EconomicAnalysis #Finance101 #economics #indiaeconomy #diwali 🚀💡

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📚 Sources and Further References:

FMCG Distributors Stuck With Excess Stock On Muted Diwali Demand, NDTV Profit - http://tinyurl.com/3uakuz23

How this year’s festive season sales fared: “decent; not great, but decent”, The Mint- http://tinyurl.com/muk3x3w3

Diwali 2023 season: Sales at retail & online stores clock all-time high, 65% of online sales outside Tier-1 cities, CNBC TV18 - http://tinyurl.com/bk5vexch

E-commerce order volumes up 37% this festival season: Unicommerce, BS - http://tinyurl.com/345wyt5v

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Markets are at an all-time high. The global economy is at a bit uncertain stage. What to do in such a situation? The answer is diversification. Grab equity, debt, commodities and other assets, as much as possible.

But what is the best way to diversify? I think Multi Asset Mutual Funds are one of the best ways to build a diverse portfolio.

In this episode, I compare all the multi-asset mutual funds in India - their portfolios and various ratios. Following is the link to the Excel sheet where you will find all the data needed - https://1drv.ms/x/s!AomTIYVfAKcIlpIRK...

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#diversification #portfoliomanagement #portfolio #multiassetmutualfunds #mutualfunds #finance #investing #equity #debt #gold #commodities

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00:37: Disclaimer

01:05: What is Diversification?

01:34: 100-Age Rule

02:17: Diversification within each category

04:04: Multi-Asset Mutual Funds

04:14: Why should we invest in these funds now?

04:51: Screening multi-asset mutual funds

05:55: Diversification %

07:31: Excel Sheet

21:27: Top 5 Multi-Asset Mutual Funds

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📚 Sources and Further References:

What Is Diversification?, Investopedia - https://tinyurl.com/475j6pkz

Turnover ratios and fund quality, Investopedia - https://tinyurl.com/4c2k6a5w

What is the Sharpe Ratio?, IndMoney - https://tinyurl.com/yc68azbs

Expense Ratio, Groww - https://groww.in/p/expense-ratio

Should one consider P/B and P/E ratios while selecting a mutual fund?, Value Research - https://tinyurl.com/3rns3hcu

What is Yield to Maturity?, ET Money - https://tinyurl.com/2r5yv2rt

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