good Friday 2024: 50+ wishes, quotes, messages, images to share with your family and friends
Good Friday 2024 Greetings: good Friday, a sacred occasion in the Christian tradition, is observed worldwide to honor the crucifixion of Jesus Christ at Calvary. Followers unite in prayer and contemplation, recognizing Jesus' selfless sacrifice for the sins of mankind. Sincere wishes convey appreciation and veneration for Christ's love, encouraging acts of compassion and forgiveness. Inspirational quotes from religious leaders underscore the profound meaning of the day, reaffirming its message of hope and salvation. Key Points
Economic TimesRegulators need not be too conservative, should respond fast to 'accidents' in financial sector: Uday Kota
Uday Kotak, Founder Director of Kotak Mahindra Bank, advocates for regulators to respond swiftly to financial sector accidents rather than being overly conservative. Speaking at an AIMA event, he emphasizes the need for good regulations to facilitate growth, acknowledging that some accidents may occur but highlighting the importance of prompt correction. Key Points
Economic TimesA good Girl’s Guide to Murder: See what we know about release date, cast, production, plot
A good Girls Guide to Murder, based on Holly Jacksons trilogy, is being adapted into a TV series by the BBC. The show, currently in post-production, features a talented cast including Emma Myers and follows the story of Pippa Fitz-Amobi as she investigates a murder case that may not be as simple as it seems. Key Points
Economic TimesCan Emma Raducanu turn the clock back on her return?
The 21-year-old is ready for Australian Open. Her fans, not as many as before, are hopeful that she will turn the clock back and give them a reason to rejoice. | Tennis News Key Points
Hindustan TimesGlaxo and Linde India are Aditya Arora 2 top stock picks. Here’s why
“For one week or so, probably the market could be range-bound or and there is scope for some profit booking at this point. So, I am not very bullish, although the trend is going up but with less momentum. So there is some scope for profit booking. I do not see a lot of upside at this moment. I would be a little neutral at this point in time.” Key Points
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OMCs a short-term play; beware of froth in IPO market: Nitin Raheja
Nitin Raheja says: “There is a lot of visible froth that we see in the IPO markets presently. But there is just so much domestic liquidity today and that is prevailing and chasing. Also, if you see promoters selling, the way PE and VCs have been selling, point to froth in the market and one has to be careful.” Key Points
Economic TimesWhy Sudip Bandyopadhyay prefers L&T to Bhel; 4 stocks to look in metal counter
“As things stand today with the metal cycle turning around and considering the price where it is, Vedanta is one stock an aggressive investor can look at taking a bet on for some time. Specifically on aluminium, one can look at Hindalco but one has to remember that these trends change very quickly.” Key Points
Economic Times'No good Deed': Here’s all you need to know about episode count, filming, cast, characters, storyline, str
Linda Cardellini reunites with Dead to Me creator Liz Feldman for Netflix's dark comedy No good Deed. The series explores the conflict when three diverse families vie for the same 1920s Spanish-style villa in Los Feliz, exposing concealed truths. Key Points
Economic TimesWelcome to Santa rally; stay put & go for these 3 bank stocks: Sanjiv Bhasin
“Booking part profit is always a process but where do you deploy the cash because views of experts keep moderating. But staying put is the only mantra in India. This is the beginning of a big bull market, and you are there for the next 20-30 years. The financialisation of savings, the backbone of the market being the retail investor is not churning. ” Key Points
Economic TimesIt is a good time to incrementally allocate more money towards largecaps from a near-term standpoint:Ankit
“Midcaps and smallcaps offer a very wide variety of sector choices and quite a lot of different sub-segments are there and that is how bottom-up stock picking is even that much more important. But having said that, we have been able to pick and choose businesses across different various sectors right from auto ancillaries and then maybe some of the IT smallcap names.” Key Points
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Netflix's Comedy Series 'No good Deed': What is the series about? Here are the details
Netflix collaborates with Liz Feldman, the creator of Dead to Me, for her second comedic project on the streaming platform, titled No good Deed. This upcoming series brings together a distinctive mix of comedy, suspense, and the supernatural, as it explores the endeavors of three distinct families vying for ownership of a 1920s Spanish-style villa. Key Points
Economic TimesDon’t run after all the underdogs; PSU banks are where the juice is: Digant Haria
“Just because BJP has won the elections and the probability of them coming back with a bang in May is extremely high, it does not make sense to buy the stocks where the results will not be there because this market is in a phase where there is a lot of rotation happening. If the results do not follow through, you are going to be disappointed.” Key Points
Economic TimesMade money in small and midcaps? Book some profit and raise allocation to largecaps: Abhay Agarwal
“Among the largecaps, we have added Reliance, Kotak Bank, Dr Reddy's and Divi's. We are turning quite positive on largecap pharma segment because after years of struggle with pricing and volumes in the US markets and the struggles with US FDA, this is a sector which is now seeing good traction and is very competitive right now.” Key Points
Economic TimesDuring festivals. the rural customer has spent money on 2-wheelers or 4-wheelers: FADA President
“What is unique about two-wheelers is the kind of double-digit growth we see. I can confidently say that we will be seeing a growth of somewhere between 20% and 25% in the two-wheeler segment. That can only happen when the entry-level has delivered the requisite numbers. So, that is the good part.” Key Points
Economic TimesPashupati Advani on why Coal India and BEML can be 2 good PSU stocks to buy
“BEML is a good stock. It is being run properly and it is doing well. They have also got a niche where they are going into some new technologies, which also has been very innovative from the government side. It is high earnings, high dividend paying candidate for potential disinvestment. It ticks all the buttons, as does Coal India , whicj is the best candidate for getting the dividends and perhaps even selling off a few percent of stock into the market. ” Key Points
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Spreading Diwali cheer: Devang Mehta is bullish on these 3 sectors
If you want to play, the banking sector is a proxy play for economic growth. Yes, these are good candidates. So on a down day, when you feel that the banking sector has sort of underperformed the overall market, these are good times to build definitive and gradual positions in these businesses. Key Points
Economic TimesThe good Doctor Season 7: Release date, time, cast, what to expect and everything we know so far
The good Doctor Season 7 is set to dive deeper into the personal and professional complexities faced by Dr. Shaun Murphy, the prodigious autistic surgeon with Savant Syndrome. Key Points
Economic TimesCan helping an accident victim land you in trouble with cops? How good Samaritan law protects you
In 2016, SC passed an order giving the ‘force of law’ to guidelines issued by road ministry for protection of good samaritans. They are legally binding for all states and UTs. Key Points
ThePrintBreakout Stocks: How to trade Vodafone Idea, Angel One and MOSL on Thursday
Vodafone Idea has formed a new 52-week high on Wednesday. Fundamentally, the company is expected to secure funding (~Rs 20,000 crore in the form of debt and equity) from investors as per the latest earnings conference call. Key Points
Economic TimesMaruti and UltraTech like Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, good to have in your portfolio: Hemang Jani
“There is a mini bubble in the broader market and one needs to be selective about that. Do not be too quick to jump into an index which has gone up 35% and stocks that have gone up 3X-5X. Okay, the stock has corrected 5%, 10%, let it stabilise, do some homework and then start nibbling.” Key Points
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good Day vs good Time: Delhi HC restraints biscuit-maker from making, selling butter cookies after Britannia’s complaint
The Delhi High Court, ruling in favour of Britannia, said that if an interim injunction is not passed then it will cause irreparable loss and harm to the company. It said that the packaging of good Time is “deceptively similar” to good Day, causing confusion to customers. Key Points
Business TodayBuy on dips and take part of your profits on rises now: Deepak Jasani
Deepak Jasani, Sr VP - Head Retail Research, HDFC Securities, suggests buying on dips and taking profits on rises as a good strategy in the current market. He explains that liquidity infusion post the Covid pandemic is still seeking returns, making India an attractive market. Jasani advises focusing on sectors like PSU, realty, power, BFSI, IT, and capital goods. He also discusses the potential of HDFC Bank and Reliance Industries, as well as the choice between direct and indirect investments in the real estate sector. Key Points
Economic TimesDeepak Shenoy is not booking profits, rather investing a lot more. Here’s why
Capital Mind's Deepak Shenoy says now is a good time to invest in stocks despite some unexpected bad numbers from some companies. He sees significant growth in sectors such as chemicals, railways, defence and infrastructure, and despite scepticism about a rally in midcap and smallcap pricing, he is investing more. He sees Reliance Industries as a sum of the parts valuation. Key Points
Economic TimesWhat could be the next mega trend in the market? Raamdeo Agrawal answers
According to Raamdeo Agrawal, Chairman of MOFSL, pure internet companies such as Zomato, Swiggy, and PolicyBazaar can become large players in terms of profit pool. Companies like Bajaj Finance, Zerodha, and Angel One, which are traditional businesses leveraging the power of technology, are also poised for accelerated growth. Another area for growth is the real estate industry, which is showing profits after years of losses. Key Points
Economic TimesCement good for next 2 years; top 2 bets in banks: Devang Mehta
“In terms of pecking order in banks, we like HDFC Bank. After the merger with HDFC, the economies of scale have come into the picture and no one can ignore the strength and the large size and the skill it brings to the table. The second is ICICI Bank with an excellent set of numbers, expansion in ROEs and good profitability.” Key Points
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good Morning America's Summer Concert Series 2023: BTS member Jung Kook part of impressive line-up
BTS member Jung Kook will kick off the annual Summer Concert Series on July 14 in Central Park. The line-up includes Carly Rae Jepsen, Fitz and the Tantrums, Hozier and more. The tickets are available on the website of good Morning America. Key Points
Economic TimesHow to choose good stocks: Why eliminating the bad makes it easier to pick the good
The key point is that it is difficult to choose between good and good, but easy to choose between good and bad. You need to consider dozens of factors to decide whether a company is worth investing in, but even one or two strong negatives are enough to decide that you must not invest in the company. Key Points
Economic TimesWoman asks if 40 LPA salary is good in India, Twitter reacts
A Twitter user recently asked if 40 LPA salary is good in India or not. Many netizens have reacted to her question. | Trending Key Points
Hindustan TimesWhat sectors are likely to do good in coming quarters? Axis MF’s Hitesh Zaveri answers
Axis MF's Hitesh Zaveri is positive on NBFCs, automotive, and two-wheelers barring tractors whose performance will depend on the monsoon. A poor monsoon could impact FMCG and two-wheelers which spend heavily on rural areas. He believes that the RBI will now focus on growth rather than pause on rates due to favourable inflation readings. Corporate earnings are expected to grow healthily by 13-14% for FY24 with India's GDP forecast at 6% or more, the fastest among G20 countries. Key Points
Economic TimesDilip Bhat looks at pharma to find the next multibagger
From midcaps, some of the stocks that we like have really run up quite a bit, but within this space, Radiant Cash Management looks pretty interesting. It is in a CMS business. They have just reported results. What really stands out is that the opportunity is huge though the perception about the cash as a business is nothing really great, that the way the UPI is happening, they feel that the cash business may not be all that good but Radiant Cash Management can clock 18% to 20% growth for the next couple of years. Key Points
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Anyone with a medium to long term perspective would want to be overweight India: Prashant Jain
The risks have been addressed and valuations are reasonable in the Indian market, says Prashant Jain, Founder of 3P Investment Managers. The markets have been range-bound for the last 18 months, which has led to moderation in multiples, and profitability is holding up well. Jain suggests returns should match earnings growth or nominal GDP growth, with valuations in terms of PE multiples trading at 16-17 times based on FY25. Key Points
Economic Timesgood Night review: Definitely one of the most charming Tamil films of the year
Good Night review: A moving film about ordinary people and their problems. The Tamil drama focuses on a man, whose biggest problem in life is snoring. Key Points
Hindustan Times10 Wise Quotes by Indra Nooyi on Leadership and Diversity
Indra Nooyi is an Indian-American business executive and former chief executive officer and chairperson of PepsiCo. She has constantly ranked among the world's 100 most powerful women. Key Points
Times of IndiaLook to buy TVS Motors; ICICI Bank to lead bank pack for next 2 years: Dilip Bhat
Banking is expected to take leadership in the stock market, with ICICI Bank leading the way, according to market expert Dilip Bhat. His prediction is based on ICICI Bank's recent result which confirmed that banking shares will be over-owned by FIIs. Bhat expects the bank to dominate over the next one-to-two years with a good amount of steam still to come. As for other stocks, RVNL, RITES, and Nestle are looking impressive. Key Points
Economic Timesgood Friday 2023: Inspirational quotes, teachings of Jesus Christ
Good Friday falls on April 7 this year. It is observed by Christians all over the world to commemorate crucifixion of Jesus Christ. Key Points
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Midcaps and smallcaps can deliver strong returns over 12 to 18 months: Naveen Kulkarni
The Indian equity market is currently oversold, offering good opportunities for long-term investors to enter, according to Naveen Kulkarni, CIO at Axis Securities. He said midcaps and smallcaps could deliver strong returns over the next 12 to 18 months, provided quality companies were chosen to invest in. Kulkarni also recommended buying into private banks, adding they were in a strong position and growth would pick up over the next few years. Finally, he said Reliance Industries stock was currently undervalued, and suggested purchasing it for potential 15% returns over a year. Key Points
Economic TimesIt’s easy to say this is not 2008 but nobody understands full ramification of SVB crisis: Sudip Bandyopad
Sudip Bandyopadhyay, Group Chairman, Inditrade Capital, has said that the US banking crisis is a little bit of a concern , but that it is easy to say this is not 2008, this is different, these can be contained, and the US government is taking action. However, he cannot predict with certainty the full ramification of this. He advises investors to be careful too. Key Points
Economic Timesgood Burger 2: See storyline, where to watch, cast and more
Kenan Thompson and Kel Mitchell reunite in Paramount+'s good Burger 2, written by Kevin Kopelow and Heath Seifert, directed by Phil Trail. The sequel, produced by Nickelodeon Movies, Awesomeness Films, and Artists for Artists, follows Ed and Dexter's reunion after 26 years, defending good Burger from corporate takeover by MegaCorp. Key Points
Economic TimesDon't sell PSU stocks; no need to change strategy as govt will remain same: Ajay Srivastava
Ajay Srivastava believes that there is no need to change anything in the market. He emphasizes that it is a good place to be and that there is no requirement to reinvent the wheel or find hidden gems. He advises investors to be cautious and aware of their comfort level when investing in PSUs and railway stocks. He also highlights the importance of patience in buying and states that the government's continuity in spending will provide opportunities for investors. Key Points
Economic TimesWe need to change our approach to market this year onwards. Nimish Chandan explains why
Nimesh Chandan, CIO of Bajaj Finserv Asset Management, believes that the markets have reached fair and higher than reasonable valuations. A change in approach is necessary, and investors should look for bargains in undervalued areas. The paint industry is experiencing an influx of new players, which may impact existing players' market share and valuations. Key Points
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Polly Toynbee: what my privileged start in life taught me about the British class system
It wasn’t just luck that steered the Guardian columnist to Oxford and into a media career ... She reflects on the subtle mechanics of class (and an early encounter with a naked future PM) Key Points
the GuardianMarket in a zone where we will have a 15% move two-three times a year: Sunil Singhania
The appetite for Indian equity both domestically and internationally is growing, paving the way for a bullish market, according to Sunil Singhania, Founder of Abakkus Asset Manager. Singhania is optimistic about a good monsoon and growth, infrastructure spending, increasing corporate expansion, and a shift of global investments away from China toward India. Singhania says the world is stabilising, due in part to soft oil prices, settling inflation and a return of cost pressures, plus China's reopening that creates an optimistic outlook for the second half of 2023. Key Points
Economic TimesFor HDFC Bank, we can look at rallies back to Rs 1,485-1,500 in next few trading sessions: Vishal Malkan
Vishal Malkan predicts HDFC Bank may rally to Rs 1,485 to 1,500. Bank Nifty is expected to rise if it closes above 47,100. NTPC shows good momentum while Swan Energy is advised to buy on a dip near support levels. Key Points
Economic TimesCan ICICI Bank and HDFC Bank keep bulls busy? Sandip Sabharwal explains
For markets to move higher, we need to be convinced that the interest rate cycle has peaked out. Once I am convinced about that. There are still people who doubt that because of the RBI commentary, but I think the bar for them to increase rates further is so high now that it will be virtually impossible for them to do that. So that should be supportive overall. Key Points
Economic TimesInvesting long-term? Start accumulating stocks which have been hammered 20-40%: Rahul Sharma
Rahul Sharma suggests focusing on largecaps for alpha generation, while considering smallcaps and midcaps at discounted prices. Nifty's positive trend and sector leaders' performance support an optimistic outlook for FY25. Sharma says: As we have seen in the past, corrections have been bought into and this time also, it does not seem any different. Key Points
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Longer term growth for private banks can be faster than industry: Karthikraj Lakshmanan, UTI AMC
The markets may be volatile closer to general elections as we have seen in the past instances and have seen varied market reactions for different outcomes. However, eventually, the market fundamentals along with continuity of reform measures and fiscal prudence matters more for the equities. Hence, the approach needs to be far more focused on long term fundamentals than rejig the portfolio for general elections or any other event when it comes to long-term investing. Key Points
Economic TimesChakri Lokapriya on 2 auto stocks that can outperform & 2 NBFCs to buy
Tata Motors and TVS Motors are well-positioned for both present sales and future growth in electric vehicles (EVs), says Chakri Lokapriya, CIO & MD of TCG AMC. While EVs are gaining popularity, they only make up around 5%-7% of sales lending much importance to traditional petrol and diesel models. In addition, Lokapriya say the current rally in India's stock market could continue due to improved business conditions, offering a positive outlook in NBFCs such as Cholamandalam Finance and M&M Financials. Key Points
Economic TimesShould you get tempted by this rally in smaller PSU names or stay away? Devang Mehta answers
Ideally, yes, it is a good time for this type of a company to come into the market. The market size is expanding. The size of the opportunity is huge. Probably, yes, market can digest a bit of more passenger vehicle companies. Maruti has been sort of losing market share to the Hyundais and the Kias and the Hondas of the world a bit, but still it is a large company. Key Points
Economic TimesIs it time to book profits or invest more? Ajay Bagga answers
“SIPs are still coming largely into mid and smallcap funds but institutional players are cautioning that move into largecaps out of mid and smallcaps. As we saw on Monday and Tuesday last week, market returns are very lumpy and a few days will give the entire year's return. So, if you are not invested, you will miss out on that.” Key Points
Economic TimesBe prepared. We’re just at the beginning of the market party: Shankar Sharma
Shankar Sharma believes in buying bottom-up companies that interest him, regardless of the sector they belong to. He cites some interesting logistics and visa processing companies, as well as those in the services and manufacturing sectors, as key areas of investment. Sharma is not interested in new-age listings, such as Zomato, due to a preference for good valuation comfort. He stated that we are at a fantastic point in the market, as we are seeing all-time highs, and says the party will be long, hard and strong. Key Points
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Elsbeth: The good Wife's spirited spinoff premieres - How to watch the Elsbeth Tascioni chronicles
Carrie Preston makes a triumphant return as her cherished character, Elsbeth Tascioni, in the upcoming spinoff series titled Elsbeth. This new installment continues the legacy of her acclaimed portrayal from both The good Wife and The good Fight” platform where it will be available. Key Points
Economic TimesIndia game gave us a bit of confidence, says Afghan coach Trott
I said we'd lost so many close games leading into the series against Pakistan and then in the Asia Cup. We just need to start 1-1 or 2 and we'll get that confidence and belief and a bit of a spring in our step and that we can win those close games but also dominate games if we get the opportunity to, Trott said. Key Points
Economic TimesExpect some correction in Oct-Nov, may increase cash in portfolio: Sandip Sabharwal
August-September should be fine for the stock market, but valuations have become extended in the short run, according to Sandip Sabharwal. Investors should prepare for some corrections in October and November, and he plans to increase some cash in portfolios in September. The overall industrial outlook is positive, and infrastructure projects have increased substantially, but Sabharwal sees short-term bouncebacks in the metals sector rather than sustainable growth. Key Points
Economic TimesBreakout Stocks: How are Tata Motors, BLS International and JBM Auto looking on charts for Friday?
The Indian market soared to a new all-time high, with the S&P BSE Sensex surpassing 64,000 and the Nifty50 reaching 19,011. Sectors such as capital goods, power, healthcare, auto, and oil & gas witnessed buying activity. Stocks like Tata Motors, BLS International, and JBM Auto gained significantly, hitting fresh 52-week highs. Analysts suggest that while Tata Motors may have experienced a base breakout, better opportunities may be found elsewhere due to the absence of significant earnings growth triggers. Key Points
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