Will they get back the lost shine? 5 MNC pharma stocks with upside potential of up to 21%
There was a time when having MNC stock was a must have in one's portfolio. They reason, they were very liberal at giving bonuses, dividend payments were good and given the fact some of them actually owned the best of the brands, they had seen a secular growth, which meant they were also able to deliver decent returns to shareholders. After the IT bull of 2000, as a new set of Indian companies took the centerstage, a number of MNCs stocks lost their shine at least on the street. Will they ever again get the tag of “ a must have” in one's portfolio ?. We take a look at 5 MNC pharma companies. Key Points
Economic TimesPain trade or same trade? Investors refuse to fold on recession bets
It was not meant to be this way. The big trades championed at the start of 2023 look redundant thanks to AI mania in stock markets, and long-predicted recessions that were supposed to fire up fixed income have proved elusive. Key Points
ReutersI was diagnosed with brain cancer at 25. I try to be resilient when things are uncertain.
The author shares how being diagnosed with cancer in her mid-20s put many things into perspective. For instance, she gave up on trying to be perfect. Key Points
InsiderPatil meant to ask where was Uddhav when masjid was being razed: Shinde
Speaking to mediapersons, Shinde said Uddhav has no right to speak on the issue. "They have lost the right to speak about it. Where was Uddhav Thackeray when Babri Masjid was demolished?" he asked. Key Points
The Indian ExpressIs your living space making you sick?
India News: Discover how Sick Building Syndrome is affecting your health and productivity. Learn about the causes, symptoms, and solutions for a healthier living space. Read more on []. Key Points
Times Of India
PLI is initial support, industry must face competition: Piyush Goyal
India Business News: Commerce and industry minister Piyush Goyal emphasizes that the Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) schemes are meant to provide initial support to boost manufacturing, but companies should be prepared to face competition. He urges the industry to focus on global markets and collaborate for growth. The government has disbursed Rs 4,415 crore under the schemes for eight sectors, including electronics and pharma, till October 2023. Key Points
Times Of IndiaAstronomy based tourism in India: Spreading the love for stargazing
Since the observatory is meant for scientific purposes and to help the locals earn an income, Angchuk and his colleagues distributed telescopes to the local community and trained them in stargazing, so that they can showcase the night sky to tourists. The tag of the dark sky reserve, he hopes, will increase footfall. In return, the team is in the process of persuading villagers to minimise light pollution by using curtains and shaded lights. Key Points
Economic TimesWorld Cup: India losing the toss was a huge factor in the final
It was actually a ‘win-win’ scenario for the team bowling first. After that it was all about execution, writes Sanjay Manjrekar. | Cricket Key Points
Hindustan TimesIn verbal slip, Biden says Putin losing the war in 'Iraq'
It was the second slip-up in 24 hours. On Tuesday, Biden corrected himself at a campaign fundraising event - referring to China when he meant India. | World News Key Points
Hindustan TimesRashmika Mandanna reacts to Aishwarya Rajesh’s comment on her
Rashmika Mandanna has reacted to Aishwarya Rajesh's recent comment on playing Srivalli in Pushpa: The Rise. Looks like there is no love lost between them. Key Points
Hindustan Times
Villagers lock cooperative bank in Rohtak
Rohtak villagers here locked the main gate of the cooperative societies bank. They alleged that the bank manager was involved in a ₹98-lakh scam. They claimed the amount was meant to be distributed to farmers for their crop loss in 2017. Key Points
Hindustan TimesFive key charts to watch in global commodities this week
Asia was meant to be a central focus for markets to start the final week of the first quarter, where nickel trading is set to return after an extended hiatus. Another key event — a meeting between the leaders of Brazil and China — was postponed after Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva became ill. Here are five notable charts to monitor in global commodities markets. Key Points
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