Opinion : Strangling Innovation? SEBI’s Rules Could Hurt Early-Stage SMEs The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) recently unveiled a set of stricter norms governing the listing of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs). These measures, aimed at enhancing transparency and protecting investors, have been positioned as ...
Opinion | The Rise of AI in Equity Research: A Threat to Traditional Models? The investment research industry, long dominated by brokerage houses and research firms, stands on the brink of disruption with the advent of AI-driven tools like Seeking Alpha’s Virtual Analyst Reports. These reports, integrating proprietary quantitative ...
Opinion | The Contrarian Optimist's Lens: Why 2025 Could Be Surprisingly Bright In an era where pessimism often dominates discourse, adopting a contrarian yet optimistic perspective can unveil unexpected opportunities. The global landscape, marked by geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainties, may seem precarious. However, history demonstrates that ...
Breaking the Stalemate: A Global Analysis of Inertia in the Electric Vehicle Market The electric vehicle (EV) revolution, once synonymous with unbridled optimism and rapid disruption, has entered a phase of tempered progress. Heralded as a defining shift for the automotive and energy sectors, EV adoption represents ...
Navigating a Shifting Landscape: Trump, BRICS, and Investor Relations Imperatives As the global economy adjusts to renewed geopolitical turbulence, Donald Trump’s threat of 100% tariffs on BRICS nations pursuing a shared currency has injected a potent mix of risk and uncertainty into financial markets. While this rhetoric may serve ...
The Environmental Impact of Mall Developers: How to Avoid Greenwashing in the Retail Real Estate Industry Mall developers play a major role in shaping urban landscapes and have a significant impact on the environment. Large-scale shopping centres consume vast amounts of energy, water, and resources, and produce a high ...
Digital Transformation and Technology Adoption: A CFO's Strategic Ally In the rapidly evolving corporate landscape, digital transformation and technology adoption are not just trendy buzzwords—they are foundational pillars that dictate an organization's competitiveness and operational success. For CFOs, the nexus of digital technology and financial management provides a unique ...
Avoiding Greenwashing Traps in ESG How Companies Across the UK, India, and MENA Can Stay Ahead of New Regulations ESG is no longer a nice-to-have—it’s an expectation. Consumers and investors want transparency, and they’re ready to hold companies accountable. But with the rise of greenwashing, credibility is at ...
Companies Hosting their own Results Calls Vs.Broker-Hosted Calls: The Power of Control in Your Hands When it comes to your quarterly results calls, IROs, CFOs, and CSs often find themselves at a crossroads: Do you manage the show yourself, or let a broker run the call for ...
For Public & Private Sector Companies: Beyond Compliance: Achieving IFC’s Blueprint for Stakeholder Engagement Success - Part 1 Join us as we embark on this enlightening journey, offering insights, strategies, and practical tips to not only comply with but also excel in implementing IFC’s recommendations for stakeholder engagement and ...
