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Every Monday to Saturday, tune in as financial journalist and host Govindraj Ethiraj gives you the latest news in business, economy and technology

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India Market Risks and New Opportunities Explained on The Core Report Weekend Edition with Govindraj Ethiraj explores how Indian markets, global uncertainty and economic disruption are shaping investors, businesses and professionals.

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On Episode 893 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Vikas Chimakurthy, CEO at Kotak Alts (Real Estate Fund) as well as Dr Kailash Sharma, Dean Academic projects at Tata Memorial Center, Mumbai.

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On Episode 892 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Rajani Sinha, Chief Economist at CareEdge Ratings. We also feature an excerpt from our Special Edition interview featuring Aoifinn Devitt, Managing Director - Global W... more

On Episode 891 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Anshuman Magazine, Chairman & CEO, India, SEA, MEA at CBRE.

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Recent Guests

Moses Kemibaro
Nairobi-based digital entrepreneur and founder/CEO of Dotsavvy
Dotsavvy
Episode: #887 Markets Brace Once Again for a Fall
Dr. Shivkumar Kalyanaraman
CEO of ANRF
Anusandhan National Research Foundation
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Navneet Munnod
Managing Director and CEO of HDFC Asset Management Company
HDFC Asset Management Company
Episode: #885 India Falls Behind Taiwan in Market Capitalisation
Amol Bansal
Generational jewelry retailer, BK Saraf Jewellers (Lucknow)
BK Saraf Jewellers
Episode: #885 India Falls Behind Taiwan in Market Capitalisation
Dr. Vishwas Chitale
Fellow at the Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW)
CEEW
Episode: #885 India Falls Behind Taiwan in Market Capitalisation
Radhika Gupta
Managing Director and CEO of Edelweiss Mutual Fund
Edelweiss Mutual Fund
Episode: #885 India Falls Behind Taiwan in Market Capitalisation
Yogesh Rawat
Chief Business Officer, Avanse Financial Services
Avanse Financial Services
Episode: #883 Indian Markets are Set to Open Stronger on Reports of an Iran-US deal
Rajeshwari Sengupta
Associate professor of economics at the Indira Gandhi Institute of Development Research
Indira Gandhi Institute of Development Research
Episode: #882 Rupee Fall And Red Tape: The Two Sides Of India’s Economy
Surjit Bhalla
Economist, author, former advisor to government bodies
Independent economist
Episode: #881 Surjit Bhalla Explains What Is Really Wrong With India Economy

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Govindraj Ethiraj
Host of The Core Report (and associated editions); seasoned financial journalist leading in-depth discussions on economy, markets, and technology.

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 261 ratings
  • At the Core

    Thank you Govindji . It’s really insightful conversation and real-time topic. All the best to you and your team. Your well wisher Lucky. Spreading your channel to world wide.

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    Indiaa year ago
  • Core report

    Outstanding coverage and analysis

    Look forward to each morning

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    Elephantman India
    India2 years ago

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Insightful conversations with timely topics.

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#883 Indian Markets are Set to Open Stronger on Reports of an Iran-US deal
Q: What trends do you anticipate for overseas education financing in the next two to three years?
The trend is toward a continued structural demand for overseas education financing driven by a large young population, with destination shifts toward countries offering employment pathways and English-taught programs, while the overall financing market remains resilient despite currency fluctuations and macro shocks.
#883 Indian Markets are Set to Open Stronger on Reports of an Iran-US deal
Q: What is the average parental income of people who take loans from Avanse?
Parental incomes are on average around 10 lakh rupees annually, reflecting a risk-aware underwriting model that emphasizes the student's ability to complete the program, past academic performance, test scores, work experience, and projected future earning potential.
#882 Rupee Fall And Red Tape: The Two Sides Of India’s Economy
Q: Why should we worry about the current account deficit beyond 1% of GDP, and is there a middle path that avoids sharp depreciation?
The guests explain that financing the deficit hinges on steady foreign capital inflows, and when those inflows wane, depreciation becomes almost inevitable. A middle path would require both letting some price adjustments happen to restore balance and implementing predictable, stable policies to boost investor confidence and attract capital over time.
#886 India’s ₹1.5 Lakh Crore DARPA Moment For Deep Tech
Q: Tell us about what is going to happen with these companies and these projects, and how the fund will operate.
The fund will deploy capital in various forms such as long-term debt and convertibles, supporting a diverse set of deep-tech projects across space, healthcare, AI, and more, with an emphasis on scalable, non-dilutive patient capital that enables faster commercialization.
#888 Why India’s Electrostate Push Is Bigger Than You Think
Q: What are the biggest operational challenges in expanding transmission, and how is the company addressing them?
The biggest challenges are right-of-way, land, and coordination between the center and states. The company is addressing these with proactive planning (36-month timelines), stakeholder management expertise, and tech-enabled solutions like AI for route planning and drone-assisted installations to speed up construction and reduce land disruption.

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