In this issue

The Union Budget 2023-24 was announced earlier this month, and Finance Minister, Ms Nirmala Sitharaman, presented a slew of measures to boost the country’s economic development. A total outlay of Rs 10 lakh crore has been proposed for capital expenditure across sectors, with infrastructure being the prime focus. In our cover story this issue, we delve into the details of this allocation and analyze how it is likely to impact India, as well as the private and public sectors.

Keeping the Budget announcements in mind, we have featured several articles in this issue that explore their impact on various sectors. These articles cover a range of topics, including the agriculture sector and its impact on the rural economy, which saw increased capex budget but cuts in certain sections, lab-grown diamonds and their future prospects, the significance of ethanol 20 as a fuel and its increased usage, changes in the structure of market-linked debentures, and taxation changes for insurance policies.

This issue also features insightful articles on the current economic scenario in India, with an in-depth analysis of the Economic Survey for 2023-24. We have also highlighted certain sectors that are likely to outperform in the coming year, explained the difference between commonly used but misunderstood terms such as “time in the market” and “timing the market,” and discussed investing in hybrid funds – a category of mutual funds that can prove advantageous to one and all.

Furthermore, in the Beyond Learning section of this issue, you will find timeless wisdom on retirement from financial and investment guru, Naval Ravikant, whose insights will positively transform your life.

UNEXPECTEDLY RESILIENT

Strong fundamentals will prop up the Indian economy, despite global headwinds

6 mins

INDIRECT THRUST

The Union Budget’s focus on capex and agriculture will have a multiplier effect on the rural economy, offsetting cuts in some rural-focussed themes

4 mins

THE MEGA INFRA PUSH

The Union Budget 2023 has proposed a 10 lakh crore capex to kick start the private investment cycle. But it faces a Herculean task given weak external sectors, inflation and global recessionary clouds

7 mins

SYNTHETIC SHINE

The government’s focus on lab-grown diamonds will give rise to a sustainable and ethical alternative to mined diamonds

7 mins

DRIVING CHANGE E20

E20 fuel is going to be a game changer. The success of India's ethanol blending program can be attributed to proactive government policies and active participation of the private sector

5 mins

A BIT OF GOOD CHEER

Some sectors are likely to perform better than others this year

4 mins

THE RHYTHM OF TIME

'Timing the market' and 'time in the market' are distinct investment strategies and must be used sagaciously by investors

5 mins

CHANGING TIDES

The proposed changes in Union Budget 2023 may lead to a decline in the popularity of market-linked debentures

8 mins

How To Enjoy The Benefits Of Both Equity And Debt!

Investors can enjoy the benefits of both equity and debt by opting for hybrid funds

9 mins

A HEAVY BLOW

The proposed changes announced in the Budget are likely to hurt the insurance sector

4 mins

Here's Your Mantra For Retirement

Naval's unique three-stage ideas will push investors to solve the puzzle of retirement

6 mins

IMPORTANT JARGON

SEBI ALLOWS OFS FOR NON-PROMOTERS

4 mins

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