The market meltdown has cleaned up nearly 60 per cent of investor wealth. How are investors trying to cope with their losses? We take a look.

The global credit crunch has sent yesterday’s outbound heroes scurrying for funds to close their billion-dollar M&A transactions. India Inc.’s cross-border action has ebbed, for now.

The sooner you start planning for taxes, the better it will be for you. Here’s a quick guide to get you started.

The market is hogging the limelight these days and the incessantly falling sensex is creating excellent buying opportunities for investors despite the gut-wrenching uncertainty.

As capital becomes scarce in the global markets, foreign portfolio investors—the lifeblood running through domestic equities—turn their backs on India. This has got more to do with the stress in the financial system in their own backyard than any fundamental issues with the domestic market. Will they return, or should we be waiting for them at all? Rachna Monga goes into the details.

As the proportion of bad loans increases, and losses mount, many smaller banks will have to take a hard look at their lending activity. Are the balance sheets of India’s financial institutions strong enough to keep pace with the frenzied growth in credit, and the risk that comes along with it? Anand Adhikari finds out.

An innovative approach towards strengthening domestic consumption can turn India into an engine of economic growth.

Winning the small car project only highlights Narendra Modi’s success in marketing Gujarat— and himself.

Alice Schroeder’s biography of the Oracle of Omaha unveils the human being behind the financial genius, says Dipen Sheth

The global crisis will eclipse the Indian economy, but only partially. And recession is nowhere in sight. That's because the country's economy was already in a slowdown and India is also one of the least globalised economies among the emerging markets. However, will the financial crisis prolong the slowdown and make it more painful? Answers Shalini S. Dagar.The global financial crisisSo, where is the money?Panic grips Dalal StreetIs something wrong with ICICI Bank?When bad loans are sown in good timesWhen exotic turns toxicWall street woes, India’s opportunityThe Rs 60,000-crore time bomb

India has its own share of exotic products, although their scale and complexity pales in comparison to those that brought down Wall Street. Will they blow up in the face of the mutual funds that have lapped them up in the hope of higher returns? Answers Anand Adhikari.The global financial crisisSo, where is the money?Panic grips Dalal StreetIs something wrong with ICICI Bank?When bad loans are sown in good timesWhen exotic turns toxicEconomy in eclipseWall street woes, India’s opportunity

Wipro chief Azim Premji is quietly picking up stakes in companies with strong business models.

What is it about the Gujarat Chief Minister that draws Corporate India to him?

Corporate FDs are making a comeback, but do your homework before you park your money in them.

FMPs are offering higher yields, but not all of them might turn out good investments.

In Kerala, the CPI(M) is turning entrepreneur and in turn, acquiring a new image.

The global financial crisis has highlighted the ruinous effects of over-spending and over-borrowing. Here’s how to avoid your own financial crisis.

You should accumulate exchange-traded funds in the coming months. And the best ones are those that have low tracking errors.

PE activity in media and entertainment has picked up speed this year.

Market confidence has been hit by worldwide financial uncertainty. A beaten-down market and falling asset prices are hurting investors. How should you ride out the storm?