Author: V. Alure

Indian markets are witnessing notable developments across banking, capital goods, and infrastructure segments, according to Dipan Mehta, Director, Elixir Equities.PSU Banks Gain Ground“Plenty happening within Indian markets. PSU banks are doing very well for themselves. In fact, the Nifty Bank has outperformed in the last couple of days,” Mehta said in an interview to ET Now. He highlighted that PSU banks are closing a multi-decade gap with private sector banks in both valuations and performance.“There was a time when private sector banks were gaining market share. Their growth rates were far superior, anywhere from double the growth rates of the…

Gold price prediction today: Maneesh Sharma, AVP – Commodities & Currencies, Anand Rathi Shares and Stock Brokers is of the view that gold prices are likely to resume their upward trend in the long run. He takes a look at the top factors for gold prices in the coming days:Gold ended the last week marginally on the upside as mixed signals emerged from US macro cues. This was due to softer January Consumer Price Index (CPI) figures, which reinforced expectations that the Federal Reserve (Fed) could cut rates later this year.The US Consumer Price Index rose 2.4% year-over-year (YoY) in…

PhonePe IPO: $15 billion potential valuation could re-rate Paytm, Macquarie saysShares of One97 Communications, the parent of Paytm, rose another 2% on Wednesday, February 18, extending gains for a second straight session. The stock had rallied 4% on Tuesday after Macquarie published a note on “PhonePe IPO in focus, but can Paytm re-rate?Read More Maharashtra revokes 5% SEBC Muslim reservationThe Maharashtra government has revoked its earlier decision of granting 5% reservation to the (Socially and Educationally Backward Class) to sections of the Muslim community. The quota was originally introduced in 2014 through an ordinance.Read More SEBI issues new forms for…

Unlock the White House Watch newsletter for freeYour guide to what Trump’s second term means for Washington, business and the worldThe US and Japan have unveiled the first three industrial projects in America to receive financing under a $550bn trade deal struck last year that protected Japanese companies from the worst of President Donald Trump’s tariffs.The plans, worth a combined $36bn, followed months of negotiations and marked the first step in Japan’s commitment to act as chief financier for projects in critical sectors of the US economy. The biggest of the projects is a $33bn, 9.2 gigawatt natural gas power…

The Financial Times has released the 2026 edition of its UK’s Leading Management Consultants index. As well as lauding large firms such as Accenture, Deloitte, KPMG, PwC, IBM Consulting and McKinsey & Company, the ninth edition of the ranking also listed a number of mid-market and boutique firms in terms of the quality and breadth of their services. Reflecting the perceived importance of consultants to organisations as they address slow economic growth, rising costs, and supply chain disruption, the Financial Times (FT) and Statista have highlighted the brands they see as leading the industry. The researchers have published their annual…

Professional services firm, Embridge Consulting is looking to redefine its approach to change, centring on an emotionally intelligent ‘elastic’ methodology. According to a release from the firm, this approach aims to help business transformation adapt, stick and scale for organisations across the UK. Headquartered in Gravesham, Kent, Embridge Consulting works across public services organisations. These include local government, higher education, non-departmental bodies, and health and emergency services. Since the firm was founded in 2009, it has become an elite partner with software vendor Unit4, and has doubled its revenue over the last three years – even as the consulting industry encounters…

Strategic partners Jacobs and PA Consulting have been handed a four-year contract extension from the UK government to lead the National Security Science and Research programme. PA Consulting has already been involved with the project for the four previous years. The National Security Science and Research (NSSR) programme is a Department for Transport (DfT) division acting as the primary source of technical expertise for transport security in to the UK government. Spanning all transport modes, including aviation, maritime, and rail, it delivers research, analysis, and innovation to enhance the security and resilience of UK transport systems, with a recent focus…

A Birmingham pressings built in 1860 is being given a new lease of life, with the help of a Midlands construction consultancy. The Construction Consultancy is working to help deliver the project in 2026. Birmingham-based The Construction Consultants (TCC) is a multi-disciplined consultancy providing specialist project management, quantity-surveying, employers agent, building surveying and health and safety services to a wide range of sectors. Headquartered in Bennett’s Hill, the firm boasts experience across public and private sectors including industrial, commercial, retail, leisure, care and residential projects. TCC has been involved since the initial project planning stage, which aims to rescue the…

If you recite, “I’m worthy of success” every morning, will your consulting business grow? Not likely. However, there are mindset-related actions you can take that will help you, as a consulting firm leader, and your firm. There’s no question your attitude is critically important to your success and, of course, your personal happiness. Does the universe listen to you? Who knows. But we do know the energy that you project matters. Research reveals that a positive outlook precedes heightened productivity and accomplishment. You achieve more because you’re in good spirits. Studies also indicate that buyers of services like consulting are…

Grant Thornton has appointed Abigail Fisher to the newly created role of chief people officer. She also joins the firm’s UK strategic leadership team, bringing more than 20 years of experience in strategic human resources and organisational transformation to the role. Malcolm Gomersall, UK CEO at Grant Thornton, said, “Abigail’s appointment marks an important step in our journey to strengthen our culture and further enhance our people experience. Her experience and passion for people will help us build on what makes Grant Thornton a great place to work while modernising our operations to meet our clients’ evolving needs.” Having started…