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Coinbase $100 Billion IPO | Flipkart Acquires Cleartrip | Amazon $250M Venture Fund For SME’s - Business News At A Glance Ep.29

This previous week was full of IPO’s, Acquisitions, and Venture Funds. For this edition of Business News At A Glance, We cover the news of the Coinbase $100 Billion IPO that has shocked Wall Street. Find out what it means for the company going forward. Moving towards Indian business news, Flipkart announced the acquisition of Cleartrip valued at around $40 million. Find out how will this help Flipkart to strengthen its online presence. Flipkart’s competitor Amazon has just announced a $250 million venture fund focusing on SMEs. Who will this venture fund benefit? Know all about it here.

Team InsideIIM20 Apr 2021

Cred Valuation Hits $2.2 Billion | Jio-Airtel Spectrum Pact | IMF Ups India’s GDP Forecast - Business News At A Glance Ep.28

This week we cover some exciting business news topics that have got everyone talking about them. First, we talk about the Fintech startup Cred as it hits $2.2 billion in valuation, becoming one of the most talked-about startups in India. Next, Reliance Jio and Airtel have made a spectrum pact that will benefit both companies in the future. Last, we take a look at the recent upgrade of India’s GDP growth forecast by IMF. What has contributed to the growth of Cred? How will the new spectrum pact benefit Jio and Airtel? and why did the IMF increase their forecast about India? Know all about it here on Business News At A Glance.

Team InsideIIM12 Apr 2021

Instagram Shares Tips On How To Use Influencer Marketing Effectively | Business News At A Glance Ep.27

This week we cover the topic of Influencer marketing and how it can be effectively used by companies. Learn the tips shared by Instagram themselves on how to effectively use Influencer Marketing on their platform. Next, we cover some financial news where the finance ministry has reversed its decision to slash interest rates in small savings schemes, we discuss some of the impacts of this decision. At the end, we also talk about how DotPe's Enterprise-Grade Technology is assisting India's small businesses in making the digital transition. Know all about these topics and their implication in detail here. Read on to find out more! Topics

Team InsideIIM06 Apr 2021

OYO’s Expansion Plans Amidst Softbank’s Withdrawal | Business News At A Glance Ep. 26

This week on the news bulletin, we cover news on the three sectors which were heavily impacted when the pandemic has started. Hospitality, Retail, and Export sector. First, we talk about OYO, the Indian Unicorn startup which has suffered huge losses during the pandemic, but is now focusing on a new direction, and preparing for an IPO. Next, we discuss the impact of Reliance Retail’s private labels on the global consumer goods makers in the country. We also discuss how Indian exporters are experiencing a surge in global demand. Know all about these topics and their implication in detail here. Read on to find out more!

Team InsideIIM26 Mar 2021

Google To Stop Selling User Targeted Ads | Business News At A Glance Ep.25

Today's news bulletin is dedicated to highlights the most recent happenings in the fields of Marketing, Finance, and Operations. We will be discussing the recent move by Google to stop selling user-targeted ads and how will this impact the digital ad industry. Further, we will discuss the impact of PLI schemes for MSMEs and manufacturing sectors and will also touch upon the acquisition of DHFL by the Piramal group. We shall look at the implications of each of the topics in detail. Read on to find out!

Team InsideIIM19 Mar 2021

Maggi To Have A New Competitor | Business News At A Glance Ep. 24

Today’s news bulletin is an interesting mix of hope and disappointment. We discuss Marico’s plan to launch instant noodles - and our beloved Maggi getting more competition. We also discuss IKEA’s plans to launch a mall. The stores currently are not malls. :| And finally we talk about Disha Ravi’s arrest.

Team InsideIIM20 Feb 2021

NIFTY At High, A Warning Or A Chance | Business News At A Glance Ep.23

Today's news bulletin is dedicated to the markets. We talk about the Nifty50 reaching an all-time high of above 15,000 levels recently, but with only 11 stocks reaching record levels, Is all of this just a phase, or should investors continue to invest in the market. In addition, we discuss the market strategies, GameStop, and the RBI today. We also look at ISRO opening doors to private firms. It seems like we are on the cusp of big changes and these are just the first acts. Read on to find out!

Team InsideIIM14 Feb 2021

Important WAT-PI Topic | The Nanda Devi Glacier Break Explained

One of the most important parts of an MBA admission interview is candidates' awareness of notable events occurring around the world. Take a look at any IIM interview, and you're likely to find a rapid fire of tough current affairs questions shot by a panel eager to check your awareness of the world we live in. These questions are also where most candidates are likely to trip up. As a platform dedicated to helping you make it to your dream business school, we understand the importance of understanding key international and domestic events and therefore bring to you a series of explainers that break down important current affairs topics expected to be brought up in your interviews. This article will break down the Nanda Devi glacier break that occurred in February 2021.

Team InsideIIM11 Feb 2021

Coinbase $100 Billion IPO | Flipkart Acquires Cleartrip | Amazon $250M Venture Fund For SME’s - Business News At A Glance Ep.29

Team InsideIIM20 Apr 2021

Cred Valuation Hits $2.2 Billion | Jio-Airtel Spectrum Pact | IMF Ups India’s GDP Forecast - Business News At A Glance Ep.28

Team InsideIIM12 Apr 2021