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GfK reveals 9 percent surge in smartphone value amidst 2 percent volume decline

The overall impact of this volume decrease, however, is mitigated by 11 percent growth in the Average Selling Price (ASP).(Representative Image: shri via Unsplash)

The categories of desk computing, mobile computing, and media tablets underwent fluctuations in volume, value, and ASP over the specified period, highlighting the inherent dynamism within these segments of the consumer electronics market.

Investographer1 runs illegal advisory, uses MS Dhoni’s image to promote brand

The brand wanted to bring the same meme to life, but this time, getting Dhoni to sing the song while educating customers about their e-cycles. A huge win for the internet.

It has social media handles and a paid group through which it offer advisory services without Sebi registration.

The Big Wedding Binge Effect | Bottomline

The November-December wedding season alone is estimated to see nearly 40 lakh weddings with an outlay of nearly Rs 5 lakh crore(Representational image by Amish Thakkar via Unsplash)

The bumper wedding season this year promises to rub-off positively on a host of sectors. Here’s a look at what it spells.

Jewellery consumption growth revised to 10-12 percent YoY in FY2024: ICRA

After remaining volatile between December 2022 and April 2023, gold prices were relatively stable in H1 FY2024, although up 14 percent compared with the average prices in H1 FY2023. The elevated price levels supported revenue expansion of most jewellery retailers in the face of muted volume growth. (Representative Image: FIGIST CO via Unsplash)

ICRA projects some moderation in FY2024 in the operating margins of organised players owing to the front-loaded operating costs for planned store additions and increased advertising expenditure in the face of rising competition.

Radio advertising sees 7 percent growth in ad volume during July-September quarter: TAM

In December 2002, the Government of India approved a policy for the grant of licences for setting up of Community Radio Stations to well established educational institutions, including IITs/IIMs. The matter was reconsidered in the year 2006 and the Government decided to broadbase the policy by bringing ‘non-profit’ organisations like civil society organisations, voluntary organisations, etc, under its ambit in order to allow greater participation by civil society on issues relating to development and social change. (Representative Image: Csongor Schmutc via Unsplash)

Kedia Homes, LIC Of India, Maruti Suzuki India, Vishnu Packaging and SBS Biotech were the leading advertisers in the period.

Should OTT players be worried about The Telecom Bill, 2023?

Regional OTT content volumes exceeded Hindi language content in 2023 for the first time. (Representative Image: Bastian Riccardi via Unsplash)

Companies including Meta express concerns that messaging apps or email and cloud services could fall within the purview of telecom regulation.

Terminal 2 of Bengaluru Airport recognised as one of world’s most beautiful airports

Terminal-2, is spread across 2,55,661 square metres, is anchored on four fundamental pillars: technological leadership, the concept of a terminal within a garden, a commitment to environmental and ecological stewardship, and a vibrant celebration of Karnataka's rich heritage and culture. (Image source: CNBC-TV18)

The accolade includes the ‘World Special Prize for an Interior 2023’, conferred by UNESCO’s Prix Versailles, Bangalore International Airport Limited (BIAL) said on December 21.

Navigating the Future: CX Trends 2023 and What’s Next in 2024?

Purchase, Onboarding, Payments, Post Sales Service and Customer Support are all crucial touchpoints, where businesses either win or lose the loyalty of their clientele. (Representative Image: BoliviaInteligente via Unsplash)

According to the latest findings from Hansa Research DigiPay CuES 2023, customers cited ‘Easy to Use’ and ‘Instant Payment’ as the key benefits for using Mobile Payment Apps, propelling growth for payment platforms.

Zee Sony Merger: ZEEL and Sony get one month extension to close $10 billion merger

The NCLAT will be hearing a challenge to the Zee-Sony merger on May 17. (Source: Moneycontrol)

The one-month grace period starts December 21, the initial deadline for the merger.

In-housing trend grows: Two-thirds of major multinationals now have an in-house agency

The results are based on responses from 45 companies, with an estimated annual global ad spend of $60 billion. Seven percent of respondents are spending more than $50m annually on their in-house agencies, the same percentage spend $25-50m, 33 percent spend $5-$25m, 13 percent budget $1m-$5m and 27 percent spend less than $1m. (Representative Image: Tim Mossholder via Unsplash)

Cost efficiencies appear to remain the strongest motivation behind the growth in the in-house function, according to a recent survey conducted by WFA and The Observatory International.