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📈 𝐑𝐁𝐈 𝐌𝐏𝐂 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐲 📉 🚀 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐨 𝐑𝐚𝐭𝐞: Kept unchanged at 6.50% 🔒 𝐌𝐒𝐅: 6.75% | 𝐒𝐃𝐅: 6.25% 🗳️ 𝐕𝐨𝐭𝐞: 4-2 majority 💡 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞: 'Withdrawal of accommodation' retained. 📉 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Targeting CPI at 4% 🔮 FY25 CPI: 4.5% (up from 4.5%). 📊 𝐆𝐃𝐏 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐭𝐡: Stable at 7.2%. 🌍 𝐆𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐬: Volatile, but India’s financial sector is resilient. 🔗 Stay tuned for more such updates & contents and let’s discuss the impact on comment section! 💬 #linkedin #linkedinpost #finance #rbi #monetarypolicy #finance #cfa #researchanalyst #nism #financialmarkets #india #linkedinconnections

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Technical Analysis? Overrated. Fundamental Analysis? Outdated. All you need is the Prafull Billore Posting Pattern. Prafull posts. Stock dips. Investors panic. I don’t trust candlesticks, moving averages, or Fibonacci retracements. I trust the Prafull Indicator — because when he posts, markets toast. 🔥📉 #MarketAnalysis #Trends

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Please stop sending me this DM or I will block you. “Hi I am Rahul, I am thinking of pursuing CFA, can you give me guidance?”   I’m sorry Rahul, but this text would go straight to the trash. It wouldn’t receive a reply. This is the part I have a problem with. What do you need guidance for?  This isn’t a request for guidance, it’s a plea for validation. It almost feels lazy. Being a creator, it’s very overwhelming to respond to every interaction,  however, I still take 1hr every day just to reply to DMs and comments. I get many technical questions, and well-researched doubts, and I love answering them, I even go to the extent of sending voice notes to help people out! But this one type of DM however always gets me. I get countless texts asking for “guidance” because someone is contemplating switching their career, applying for a new job, or deciding if it’s worth studying for an exam like CFA. When everyone has access to boundless knowledge. "Just google it" is the new "Just do it.". Think of it this way; you're standing at a fork in the road, unsure which way to go.  One path leads to your dream home and the other to a dead-end. Would you flip a coin and risk everything? No! The same goes for the career decisions that would GREATLY impact your life. Not everything or everyone that you see on the internet is relevant. Before you ask that stranger on the internet, take the time to research. Don’t post vague questions online hoping for a miracle answer.   You and I were born in very different circumstances. We made different choices, even if we didn’t, the reasoning behind making those choices would very likely be different. How can I or anyone else give you guidance for life-changing decisions without proper context? More importantly, it’s stupid questions like these that gave rise to even stupider jobs like career counseling.  Honestly, any person who feels the need to go to career counseling hasn’t tried enough new things. “But I have no clue what to do after college!” Guess what? Neither did I or anybody who works at a job or runs a business. It's okay to not have it all figured out. But, it's not okay to not even try new things. People are not here to help anyone without a plan. If you’ve done your research well, you wouldn’t have to DM strangers asking for vague guidance. You would much rather ask very focused and technical questions. You would ask for practical stuff that would show your diligence and interest in whatever it is that you’re pursuing. The bottom line? Life decisions are never easy, but they are yours to make. Your life's too valuable to trust anyone else with it. And If you still have a question that’s important enough for a stranger to answer then ask questions that reflect your research on that subject! This may have been a hot take, but do you agree with this? I’d love to know your views. 👇🏼 - #growth #lifedecisions #careerchoices

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Big Breaking News for F&O Players! A panel appointed by SEBI has recommended increasing the minimum size of derivative contracts from Rs. 5 lakh to Rs. 20-30 lakh. If this recommendation is implemented, it could have significant implications: 1.Possible Changes in NSE & BSE: -NSE Adjustments:The National Stock Exchange (NSE) may remove Midcap and FinNifty options from the weekly expiry schedule. This means these options would no longer expire weekly. -BSE Focus:The Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) might concentrate solely on Sensex, potentially eliminating other indices from its focus. -End of Daily Expiry:There could be an end to daily expiries of options, impacting traders who rely on daily trading strategies. 2.Impact on Trading Volumes: - Decreased Volumes:Trading volumes could dry up quickly due to the larger contract sizes. This means fewer trades might be executed. -Higher Costs for Active Traders: Active traders might face higher impact costs, making it more expensive to execute large orders. 3.Effects on Lower Capital Traders: -Exclusion of Smaller Traders: Traders with lower capital may be forced out of option selling as they might not be able to afford the larger contract sizes. 4.Stock Broking Firms: -Potential Share Price Decline:The share prices of stock broking firms could decrease because this change directly affects their revenue. Fewer trades mean less commission and fees earned by these firms. 5.There is a higher chance of increase in dubba trading like happened in indira gandhi tenure when she increased the taxes to the ceiling of 87% in some sectors... and if now modi government increase the trading tax then there is also a chance of fueling dabba trading.... Potential Benefits: -Increased Liquidity: There could be increased liquidity for stock option traders and in the cash equity market. This means more buyers and sellers, making it easier to enter and exit positions. -Market Stability: The market might gain more insights and stability as larger contract sizes could reduce speculative trading and enhance market depth. Stay tuned for more updates on this significant development! #lawgman #euitymarket #marketstability #bjp #Congress #tax #nse #bse #financeministry #sensex #nifty #f&o #intrday #trading #tradingnews #marketdepth #Philosophy #psychology #economicfrme

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Day 77 of learning 100 option strategy in 100 days: Ratio Put Spread: Buy a certain number of put options and sell a larger number of lower strike put options to reduce cost. Example with Bank Nifty: 1. Setup: - Buy 1 Bank Nifty put option at a higher strike price. - Sell 2 Bank Nifty put options at a lower strike price. 2. Objective: - Profit from a moderate decline in Bank Nifty price, with reduced upfront cost. 3. Outcome: - If Bank Nifty falls moderately, you can profit. - If Bank Nifty falls significantly, losses can be substantial due to the larger number of sold puts. follow: Faizan Khan🇮🇳

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🍽️ 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗵𝗲𝗱𝗴𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻 𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗼𝗿 𝗱𝗶𝗲 𝗰𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲. If you and your fund perform well, you’ll earn multiples of your base salary. Otherwise, you only earn your “measly” base salary, and your bonus after an entire year of stress and hard work, 𝗶𝘀 $𝟬. 𝗔𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗷𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗹𝘆𝘀𝘁 𝗹𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹 (𝟬-𝟮 𝘆𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗱), 𝘆𝗼𝘂’𝗿𝗲 𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝘁: • Base salary: $100K to $150K • Bonus: 0-200% • Total comp range: $100K to $450K 𝗔𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗹𝘆𝘀𝘁 𝗹𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹 (𝟮-𝟱 𝘆𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗱), 𝗶𝘁 𝗴𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗹𝘂𝗰𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲: • Base salary: $150K to $200K • Bonus: 0-300% • Total comp range: $150K to $800K 𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗮 𝘀𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗹𝘆𝘀𝘁 (𝟰-𝟭𝟮 𝘆𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗱), 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗻𝘂𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗰𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗯 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻 𝗵𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗲𝗿: • Base salary: $200K to $250K • Bonus: 0-500% • Total comp range: $200K to $1.5M 𝗕𝗲𝘆𝗼𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗹𝘆𝘀𝘁 𝗿𝗼𝗹𝗲𝘀, 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗯𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘀 𝗵𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝘆 𝘃𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲. 𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗲𝘅𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲: • A Portfolio Manager managing $50M to $250M could earn $600K to $3.8M • A Senior Portfolio Manager overseeing $500M to $1B could see $6M to $12M annually • Hedge fund owners managing $1B with a 10% return could pocket $15M to $25M, and for a $10B fund, comp scales to $150M to $250M • For the top hedge fund managers, compensation in 2021 soared to nearly $1B at minimum (pictured below) Hedge fund compensation is always a hot topic because people argue these investors don't actually create any real meaningful value (e.g. they are just moving money around), though they do fund a lot of companies which in turn spur business development and innovation. What are your thoughts? (Please note, I’ve spoken with hedge fund investors to get these ranges for comp, but of course they’re extremely variable depending on the firm!)

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Companies conducting CAPEX through internal accruals or Free Cash flow exhibits Strong financial strength 💪 But How to screen them 🧐 ? Here is a CAPEX Cheatcode for you 👇 → CWIP / Netblock > 0.5 → Netblock > Netblock 3 yrs back → Debt < Debt 3 yrs back Above criteria are specific to CAPEX You can add Sales Growth etc.. too for further polishing the screener Use this Idea on screener.in Two prominent companies that i found:- → Shyam metalics and energy → IKIO lightening Let me know your views in comments ↓ Follow Vaipul P.S for more such insightful content

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📍𝐂𝐅𝐀 𝐋𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥 1 Aug 2024: - 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐬 𝐀𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐲𝐬𝐢𝐬 Pass Rate Slips to 44%, Still Above Historic Average... Institute says candidates with at least one deferral had a 29% pass rate. First-time testers had a pass rate of 52%, above the decade average. 𝐍𝐨 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐝: 24,943 This is higher compared to Feb and May 2024 Number of Students passed: 11,050 (44% pass rate) 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐦𝐮𝐦 𝐏𝐚𝐬𝐬 𝐒𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐞: CFA Level-1 Aug 2024 67%-69% CFA Level-1 May 2024 69% -70% 𝐅𝐨𝐫 90% 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤 𝐒𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐞: CFA Level-1 Aug 2024 - 82% -84% CFA Level-1 May 2024 - 82% -83% • Number of Candidates who failed the Aug 2024 exam is quite less compared to Feb and May 2024 • Big reason for pass rate hike is rise in deferral for underprepared students to further dates. • Increase in number of students appearing for CFA Level-1 because most of the students deferred from May 2024 Advice for those who passed CFA LEVEL-1 "Congratulations on passing CFA Level 1! Keep up the momentum. Stay focused, continue studying diligently for Level 2, and maintain a balance between preparation and personal well-being". Advice for those who failed CFA LEVEL-1 "Don't be discouraged by failure. Reflect on weaknesses, study smarter, and persevere. Use it as motivation to improve and approach the exam with renewed determination and preparation". Source: Bloomberg CFA Institute Corporate Finance Institute® (CFI) --- Follow me for more like this... Jeetain Kumar, FMVA® #finance #cfa #investment #hiring #success #analysis

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Who doesn't want to sink in the 7 quarter low GDP numbers (5.4% in Q2) as a large part of manufacturing, core industries and utility growth slowed. The growth numbers fell to the single digit from double digit on a QOQ basis. Although it is not just the numbers that justify the shakeup over the time, one should kept in mind the long term potential growth rate (the sustainability growth rate). Dollar has been pulling the leg of global currencies and the US met the respect for one of the best performing equity markets across the world. Dollar may see an elevated mark in the coming months due to a high interest rate environment within the economy, that leads to a push in the inflation scenarios and ultimately high US Treasury yields, which will act as an hedging investment options for investors across the globe. - The three core trading partners of US - Mexico (Autoparts), China (Electronic goods) and Canada (Crude Oil & Gas products) account for almost 41% of the total imports in US. The tariff levied on these imports will ultimately shock the consumer pockets as a relatively high cost of production will be beared by the local manufacturers of US. - A pre-listing lock-in on 13.9 bn dollars (>9,000 crores INR) worth of shares is going to land in the equity markets. This may surely surge the liquidity and a lot of decision making as to whether one should hold or let it pass. - A structural shift of the base year of Consumer Price Index (CPI) from 2012 to 2024 and Gross Domestic Product (GDP) from 2011-12 to 2022-23, these actions will sink in the structural changes, policy layovers and over the year modifications took place in the global world. - With respect to the 8 core sectors (Crude Oil, Natural Gas, Fertilizers, Steel, Electricity, Refinery, Cement and Coal) accounts for almost 40% in the IIP basket of India has grown 3.1% in the October (2 month high) - only crude oil & natural gas hit the negative growth which is quite evident from the Middle East tensions. - The Government Balance sheet has conveyed a posture of low capital expenditure and high revenue expenditure on a YOY basis. Although Fiscal Deficit has come down to 7.5 lakh crores (i.e 46.5% of the Budget Estimate) but its tricky on the other side as it came this way down the line on the account of low capex and low non-debt capital receipts. For a developing economic landscape, capital expenditure is a source of long term potential growth. #linkedin #markets #finance

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Disclaimer: THIS IS NOT A BUY OR SELL RECOMMENDATION OR TRADE RECOMMENDATION. THIS IS JUST MY INDIVIDUAL VIEWPOINT. The post is based on my studies on the chart of the index and other factors, which I may not have mentioned here. I may be wrong on this. Nifty Potential Top at 25325: With the positive news of a rate cut in the USA, followed by a potential rate cut in India in the September series, Nifty may form a top at 25325. One key reason for Nifty reaching its new high is that retailers, who are highly alert and bearishly inclined, will be driven to the buying side again. Profit Booking Expected: We may see some profit booking from big players and retailers due to the exhaustion of buyers. Historically, Nifty profit booking is observed at a 23-23.5 PE ratio. Negative Divergence and Fibonacci Retracement: If the above pattern materializes, a negative divergence in RSI and a double top on the daily chart may lead Nifty towards its Fibonacci retracement levels of 23.8, placed at 23590, and then towards 22700. Consolidation and Potential Rally: Nifty may consolidate for a few months, and some positive triggers can initiate another rally towards the 28000 levels. Conclusive Viewpoint: For the August-September series, one should consider a buy-on-dip strategy. Thereafter, adopt a sell-on-rise approach once you observe negative divergences in indicators and price actions. Let's stay informed and make wise investment decisions! #StockMarket #Nifty #MarketAnalysis #InvestmentStrategies #TechnicalAnalysis

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📊 Market Update: Nifty Trends Unfolding as Expected Nifty heading towards 23500 Two weeks ago, I shared an insight when Nifty was at 24,590, and we’re now seeing that pattern materialize. As mentioned in my earlier posts, after making a high around 25,325, Nifty is currently in correction mode. Based on my analysis, i anticipated a further dip towards 23,510 in the near future. *Negative RSI Divergence *Nearly a double top Stay tuned for more updates as we closely monitor the movements. #Nifty #StockMarket #MarketUpdate #TechnicalAnalysis #Investing #StockTrends

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Day 77 of learning 100 option strategy in 100 days: Ratio Put Spread: Definition: Buy a certain number of put options and sell a larger number of lower strike put options to reduce cost. Example with Bank Nifty: 1. Setup: - Buy 1 Bank Nifty put option at a higher strike price (e.g., 45000). - Sell 2 Bank Nifty put options at a lower strike price (e.g., 44000) 2. Objective: Profit from a moderate decline in Bank Nifty price, with reduced upfront cost. 3. Outcome: - If Bank Nifty falls moderately, you can profit. - If Bank Nifty falls significantly, losses can be substantial due to the larger number of sold puts. follow: Faizan Khan🇮🇳

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A SHARE TRADER RESUME IS HIS PnL STATEMENT I came across multiple resumes filled with exotic certifications and courses designed for the financial market. while these things certainly help but we need to accept the brute reality of trading which is how much money you are making, this is the first as well as last question in this profession. while other domain performance is judged by qualitative or mix of qualitative and quantitative aspects, in Trading, it is only numbers. Everyday your PnL number stares at you to judge you.Nobody is going to commit capital to you so that you can experiment with it. Accept this reality and along with your technical analysis certification or any other degree, build your practical experience as much as possible. P.S- you are as good as your last trade.

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#OPTIONS #TRADING : A #MISADVENTURE In recent years, #OptionTrading has become increasingly popular among #youngIndians , attracted by the potential for high returns and the thrill of the #FinancialMarkets . However, this trend has also led to a series of "misadventures," where inexperienced traders face significant losses, often due to a lack of understanding of the complexities involved. #Factors Contributing to Misadventures: 1. Lack of Knowledge: Many young #traders dive into options trading without a solid understanding of the strategies, risks, and market dynamics. This often leads to poor decision-making and significant financial losses. 2. #HighLeverage : #OptionsTrading allows for high leverage, meaning traders can control large positions with relatively small amounts of capital. While this can lead to large profits, it also amplifies losses, which can wipe out an investor's capital quickly. 3. #SocialMedia #Influence : The rise of social media platforms and #trading communities has made options trading appear more accessible and profitable than it often is. Influencers and self-proclaimed #MarketGurus sometimes promote strategies that are overly aggressive or not suitable for beginners, leading to #Unrealistic #expectations . 4. #Gambling #Mentality : For some young traders, options trading becomes more of a gambling activity rather than a disciplined investment strategy. This mindset can lead to impulsive decisions and overtrading, further increasing the chances of financial misfortune. 5. Limited Regulatory Awareness: Many new traders are not fully aware of the regulatory framework surrounding options trading in India. This can lead to non-compliance with trading norms and penalties, adding to the financial strain. Consequences: - Financial Losses : Many #YoungTraders have reported losing their entire savings or even going into debt due to unsuccessful options trades. - #Psychological Impact: The stress and anxiety associated with significant financial losses can lead to mental health issues, including #depression and #anxiety . - Learning Experience : On the #FlipSide, some traders use these experiences as a learning opportunity, becoming more informed and cautious in their future trading endeavors. Conclusion: While options trading can be a profitable venture, it requires a deep understanding of the market, disciplined strategy, and risk management. The recent wave of young Indians facing misadventures in this space highlights the need for better education and a more cautious approach to financial markets. Without these, the allure of quick profits can quickly turn into a costly lesson.

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𝗜𝘀 𝗶𝘁 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗼 𝗽𝘂𝗿𝘀𝘂𝗲 𝗖𝗤𝗙 𝗰𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗲? This is a very common question which I come across from Quant Finance and Risk Management aspirants. If I were to answer it in 2 words, that would be - "It depends". Now, the points to consider are: 1) 𝗝𝗼𝗯: In most of the cases, the purpose of the certificate is to grab a job. In that case, the value of this course should be assessed by its credibility. So, it is my personal belief that CQF does give you a credibility for quantitative roles, especially if you do not have a Tier 1 or Tier 2 pedigree in your CV, or relevant work experience from top-tier firms. Specifically, CQF has more credibility in Europe, followed by India and the US. 2) 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴: If learning is your primary objective, then you need to identify your learning needs and map them to CQF curriculum. Although CQF curriculum is quite comprehensive, which is further supported by primers and life-long learning modules, still I found that some aspects were missing. For example, CQF does not cover a lot of risk-related concepts. Also, as pointed by Karan in his latest, a lot of Indian aspirants find it difficult to understand the accent of instructors. 3) 𝗡𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴: If networking is your primary goal for this exam, then it might not be worth to spend a huge amount of money as you can pretty much achieve the same with good work experience and LinkedIn connections. To summarise, if your firm sponsors the exam and your requirements are related to Quant Finance, then you should certainly consider CQF after spending some time in the industry. Otherwise, you can consider other focused programs in the industry which will satisfy your particular requirements without the problem of accent. PS: This post is not meant to endorse or criticise any programs, but only aimed at providing a feedback so that aspirants can take a calculated decision. Personally, I respect all the instructors and institutes who are putting in a lot of efforts to deliver quality content and help aspirants. #CQF #QuantFinance #RiskManagement #career #jobs

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Gamma Exposure (GEX) is a critical concept in understanding how market makers and dealers hedge their positions in the options market and how these hedging activities influence market volatility and price movements Detailed Thread on Gamma Exposure (GEX) and Its Market Impact🧵 https://lnkd.in/gRbV7dc7

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PW (PhysicsWallah) Wallah Posts INR 1,131 Cr Loss in FY24 🚨 The recent financial report of Physics Wallah, one of India’s leading edtech unicorns, reveals a significant net loss of INR 1,131.2 Cr for FY24, a stark increase from the previous year’s loss of INR 84.06 Cr. Despite a 2.6X surge in operating revenue to INR 1,940.4 Cr, the company faced substantial challenges, including increased employee expenses and changes in accounting standards. This raises a critical question: Why are so many edtech startups struggling financially? Several factors contribute to this trend: 📌 High Operational Costs: Scaling up requires significant investment in technology, content creation, and talent acquisition. 📌 Market Saturation: The edtech space is highly competitive, leading to aggressive spending on marketing and customer acquisition. 📌 Regulatory Changes: New policies and standards can impact financial reporting and operational costs. 📌 Economic Conditions: Fluctuations in the economy can affect consumer spending on education. It’s crucial for edtech companies to focus on sustainable growth strategies, efficient cost management, and innovative solutions to stay ahead in this dynamic industry. The road ahead is tough, but with resilience and strategic planning, edtech startups can turn these challenges into opportunities for growth and transformation. What are your thoughts on the financial health of edtech startups? Pic credit: Brandz Magazine #EdTech #Startup #BusinessGrowth #FinancialHealth #PhysicsWallah

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