Editorial

December, 2024

• 2 December

  Housing prices in top eight Indian cities continue to rise, at 11% YoY: CREDAI

  

  Average housing prices surged 11% YoY, 15th consecutive quarter of price increase starting 2021 With more than 30% rise, Delhi NCR saw the highest YoY growth, followed by Bengaluru at 24% Unsold inventory continued to drop on a quarterly basis, albeit still at high levels India, 02 December 2024: Average housing prices across the top eight markets in India rose 11% YoY …
• 2 December

  Key US Economic Events This Week That Could Shake the Crypto Market

  

  As the year draws to a close, the crypto market is closely watching pivotal US economic events that could influence digital asset trends. With critical labor market reports and other data releases on the calendar, traders are fine-tuning their strategies to navigate potential impacts on both traditional and crypto markets. Here’s what to watch this week: ISM Manufacturing Report Release …
• 2 December

  Putin’s Crypto Playbook: How Russia is Navigating Sanctions and Embracing Digital Currency

  

  In a notable shift, Russia has moved from a restrictive stance on cryptocurrencies to a more regulated embrace of digital assets under President Vladimir Putin’s strategy. This shift is driven by the need to mitigate the effects of Western sanctions and reduce reliance on the U.S. dollar. Here’s a look at the key components of Russia’s crypto adoption plan: Legalizing …
• 2 December

  Crypto Hiring Boom Set for 2025: Regulatory Clarity, Trump Win, and Global Exchanges Drive Job Surge

  

  The cryptocurrency sector in India is poised for a significant hiring boom by early 2025, driven by regulatory clarity, institutional interest, and the entry of global exchanges, according to a report by the Economic Times. The industry is stabilizing following Donald Trump’s 2024 U.S. Presidential election victory and growing domestic support, with hiring expected to peak by March 2025. Elon …

November, 2024

• 25 November

  The Nuclear Family – Housing India’s Millennials

  

  Young, dual-income nuclear families and single professionals just beginning their careers are the driving forces of urban India today. In 2022, nearly half of Indian households consisted of 1 to 4 members, marking a significant rise in nuclear families from just 37% in 2008. By 2024, it is likely that this proportion has surpassed the 50% threshold, with smaller family …

April, 2024

• 7 April

  RBI Keeps Repo Rate Unchanged – Housing Boom Stays On Course

  

  Aptly and as expected, the RBI has kept the repo rates unchanged at 6.5%. The Indian economy is going strong and inflation is reined in, though it has yet to come within the threshold of RBI’s target. The decision to maintain status quo will keep the ongoing residential real estate sales momentum on course and unimpeded. Aspiring homebuyers eyeing a …

March, 2024

• 21 March

  General Elections: Will the Housing Market Create Another Peak in 2024?

  

  General elections and residential real estate appear closely linked – at least, that is what the previous two election years’ data trends indicate. 2014 and 2019, both election years, saw housing sales create new peaks. In 2014, sales in the top 7 cities scaled up to approx. 3.45 lakh units while new launches were the highest ever at nearly 5.45 …
• 20 March

  82% of Indian finance professionals prioritize diversity, ACCA calls for action on Neurodiversity

  

  To celebrate Neurodiversity Week, ACCA experts lead global event on why neurodivergent talent in accountancy is critical to the success of the profession in the future. Results from a major survey of the accountancy profession suggest that employers’ focus on aspects of diversity must be more balanced. 44% of all India respondents expressed concerns that their organisation focuses more on …
• 6 March

  Six steps to a successful start-up revealed in ACCA’s new guide

  

  With India now the world’s third-biggest start-up ecosystem, ACCA (the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) the global body for professional accountants, has launched a Founder’s Guide for Start-Ups and Entrepreneurs: Role of Accountancy and Finance. The guide provides insights and practical guidance for aspiring entrepreneurs and finance professionals in India. Unveiled at the ACCA New Members’ Ceremony in Bengaluru, the guide offers …

February, 2024

• 21 February

  Aspiring & Promising Career Opportunities in the ESDM industry 2024

  

  A circuitous future awaits in India’s electronics sector! This vibrant industry is at the cusp of a major growth phase – poised to rise like voltage through a resistor. Demand for electronics products is surging as rapidly as current through a superconductor. Smartphones, laptops, tablets, and gadgets are energizing the Global and Indian market. At the same time, the push …