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Africa ends decade of distress as risk spreads fall
- For the first time in a decade, no African country has a sovereign risk premium in distress territory, marking an improvement in debt metrics.
- The era of widespread debt distress due to cheap borrowing and fiscal policies during the Covid pandemic saw defaults in countries like Zambia, Ghana, Malawi, and Ethiopia.
- Inflation has moderated, countries like Zambia and Ghana have restructured debt, and IMF rescue packages have led to reforms in Sub-Saharan Africa.
- While overall risk premiums have improved continent-wide, challenges remain with countries like Ethiopia in default and individual bonds like Senegal's showing signs of distress.
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InGovern wants SEBI action against Viceroy Research on Vedanta report
- InGovern has urged SEBI to take action against Viceroy Research over its report on mining major Vedanta, which the company denied.
- InGovern highlighted the regulatory gap that allows foreign research firms to influence Indian markets without the same transparency standards as domestic analysts.
- On the proposed demerger of Vedanta, InGovern and other leading proxy advisory firms recommended a vote in favor of the demerger for potential benefits such as enhanced management focus and improved capital market access.
- InGovern emphasized that the entity structures criticized in the Viceroy report are common and legitimate in infrastructure, mining, and energy businesses, with similar structures used by large conglomerates globally.
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NABARD launches RuralTech CoLab to promote rural tech start-up ecosystem
- NABARD has launched RuralTech CoLab to promote rural tech start-ups focusing on agriculture and rural development.
- RuralTech CoLab will cater to solutions tailored for agriculture, rural development, and rural financial services.
- The initiative aims to collaborate with ecosystem partners, provide access to NABARD's grassroots network, and support rural enterprises.
- NABARD also launched a WhatsApp channel for market advisories and information related to Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs).
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Ola Electric Shares Settle Nearly 20% Higher On Improved Business Prospects
- Ola Electric shares surged despite a 50% fall in June quarter revenue and widened losses.
- The company aims for strong growth in 2026 with volume projections of 325,000 to 375,000 vehicles and revenue between Rs 4,200 crore to Rs 4,700 crore.
- Shares settled nearly 20% higher as the company projects an automotive gross margin of 35% to 40% by the end of 2026.
- Analysts maintain varying ratings on Ola Electric, with a consensus price target implying a potential downside.
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AI in eCommerce: The Rise of Cognitive Commerce
- AI is revolutionizing eCommerce, shaping the DNA of modern businesses globally.
- Cognitive systems are reshaping digital retail by anticipating and adapting to customer needs.
- From personalization to automation, AI is becoming the operational brain of commerce.
- Challenges include bias, privacy concerns, and the psychological impact of over-personalization.
- Businesses need to embrace cognitive commerce for survival in the evolving digital landscape.
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Remote Employee Performance: Global Teams Management Guide 2025
- Remote work revolution impacts managing global talent, with distributed teams comprising 40% workforce.
- Companies using Employer of Record services for international remote employees report higher productivity.
- Challenges include communication barriers, technology gaps, cultural differences, and performance management in remote teams.
- Strategies like cultural intelligence training, technology infrastructure, and performance metrics enhance remote performance.
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Lok Sabha MPs to mark attendance through new system during Monsoon Session
- Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla plans to introduce a new digital attendance system for MPs during the upcoming Monsoon Session of Parliament.
- Until the new system is implemented, MPs will still use the current method of signing a register outside the chamber, but digital attendance will eventually replace this.
- The new system aims to save time by reducing crowded lobbies and preventing MPs from marking attendance and leaving without participating in House proceedings.
- Ministers and the Leader of Opposition are exempt from marking attendance, but other members need to do so to receive daily allowances during sessions.
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Air India Crash Report Raises More Questions, CEO Says In Memo
- India's initial findings into the Air India crash raise more questions, as per the airline's CEO.
- A preliminary report by the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau attributed the crash to fuel switches in the cockpit being moved to a cut-off position.
- The report identified Clive Kunder as the pilot flying and Sumeet Sabharwal as pilot monitoring during the flight.
- While some details were clarified, unanswered questions remain, including the sequence of events and time constraints for corrective actions.
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English water firm doubles CEO’s pay despite ‘elevated concern’ over finances
- Affinity Water, a company serving 3.9 million customers in London and south-east England, doubled its CEO's pay to £1.6m despite financial concerns.
- The water company faced scrutiny for the significant pay increase, especially as public anger over infrastructure issues and sewage spills grows.
- The CEO of Severn Trent, another water company, was awarded £3.3m for the 2025 financial year, adding to concerns about executive pay in the industry.
- Despite financial pressures and criticism, Affinity Water's CEO's pay increase included a new retention payment, long-term incentive plan, and bonuses.
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Tech Mahindra Q1 Preview: Analysts See Muted Revenue, Margin Improvement Likely
- Tech Mahindra Q1 results forecast subdued revenue growth near Rs 13,422 crore.
- Analysts expect improved margins from cost efficiency measures despite telecom challenges.
- Revenue likely flat, EBIT margin seen rising to 11.02% from 10.49% sequentially.
- Broader consensus suggests minimal upgrades to full-year guidance amid macro uncertainties.
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South Africa aims to forge G20 accord despite ongoing US enmity
- South Africa aims to get G20 nations to agree on a joint communique, despite US enmity.
- Discussions were held before the meeting near Durban to build consensus.
- Previous meetings under South Africa's G20 presidency didn't result in a consensus accord.
- US Treasury Secretary skipped the talks, showing ongoing enmity towards South Africa's agenda.
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What Makes HR Onboarding Software Essential for Employee Success?
- HR onboarding software is essential for facilitating the onboarding process for new employees in today's fast-paced business world.
- The software improves efficiency, communication, and helps in creating a healthy work culture by digitizing workflows and ensuring easy access to essential information.
- Features like integrated messaging systems, collaborative tools, and automated reminders enhance communication, streamline processes, and foster a sense of togetherness among new hires.
- HR onboarding software also ensures compliance with legal regulations, data security, and provides analytics to measure effectiveness and continuously improve the onboarding process.
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Twin low-pressure systems bring flooding rains to North India
- Twin low-pressure systems are bringing heavy rains to North India, with a fresh system intensifying over West Bengal and Bangladesh, and likely moving towards the Himalayan foothills.
- The slow movement of the systems threatens East and North-East India, Central India, and North-West India with heavy to extremely heavy rainfall, making the second week of July unusually wet.
- The India Meteorological Department has issued warnings for extremely heavy rainfall in various regions, including Rajasthan, Odisha, coastal West Bengal, and Chhattisgarh on specific days this week.
- Further monsoon activity is predicted over parts of South India, with heavy to very heavy rainfall expected in Kerala, Mahe, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Coastal Andhra Pradesh, and other areas over the coming days according to IMD forecasts.
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PSEi jumps to 2-month high on bargain hunting
- Philippine stocks jumped to a 2-month high on Monday, with the PSEi rising by 1% to close at 6,525.04.
- Investors engaged in bargain hunting as they monitored developments on tariff negotiations between the Philippines and the United States.
- All sectoral indices closed higher, with gains in mining, oil, holding firms, property, services, industrials, and financials.
- Despite concerns over escalating tariffs globally, the Philippine market remained resilient with value turnover declining on Monday.
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Rallis India Q1 Results: Profit Doubles, Revenue Rises 22%
- Rallis India's consolidated net profit for the June quarter doubled to Rs 95 crore, up 98% from the previous quarter.
- The company's revenue from operations rose by 22.2% to Rs 957 crore.
- Ebitda increased by 56.3% to Rs 150 crore with a margin of 15.7% compared to 12.3%.
- Rallis India's shares ended 3.04% higher post-results, outperforming the benchmark Nifty 50 index.
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