'If I want a bigger car…’: R Madhavan opens up about his financial discipline and wallet habitsR Madhavan, whose estimated net worth is reported at Rs 115 crore, says his middle-class mindset shapes both his investments and spending. ...
17 Sep, 2026, 02.48 PM IST
In 1964, Phil Knight sold Japanese running shoes from his car after teaming with his Oregon coach; Nike reported $19.2 billion in revenue in fiscal 2009Nike started its journey with Phil Knight selling shoes directly from his car's trunk, eventually collaborating with coach Bill Bowerman to...
15 Sep, 2026, 06.50 PM IST
AI at population scale: Rahul Chari’s charter for the next 300 millionAt Global Fintech Fest 2026, PhonePe co-founder and CPTO Rahul Chari laid out an AI philosophy built on intent-led experiences, engineering...
15 Sep, 2026, 04.43 PM IST
As private wallets begin to open, India's big future bet takes offIndia’s Rs 1 lakh crore RDI programme is beginning to unlock venture capital flows into deeptech, marking a shift in the country’s attempt ...
14 Sep, 2026, 01.43 PM IST
At just 13, Andy Barrett turned a school 3D printer into a small business, selling 150 fidget toys while using his earnings to support epilepsy awarenessAn eighth-grader named Andy Barrett utilized a school 3D printer to design and sell custom fidget toys. He successfully created and sold ap...
06 Sep, 2026, 10.44 AM IST
Modi govt giving people high-voltage inflation shock, misleading via statistical jugglery: CongressCongress party has strongly criticised the Modi government, alleging that rising prices are putting pressure on ordinary citizens while acc...
01 Sep, 2026, 11.51 AM IST
Nobody is a friend; India must cut reliance on foreign tech: M2P Fintech’s Madhusudanan RIn the run up to the Global Fintech Fest 2026, Madhusudanan R, co-founder of M2P Fintech, spoke to The Economic Times Digital about the new...
29 Aug, 2026, 04.03 PM IST
'Achche din' keep wrecking common person's budget: Congress slams Modi governmentThe Congress party criticized the Modi government for increasing prices of essential goods. Onion prices have risen by fifty-nine percent, ...
26 Aug, 2026, 12.09 PM IST
Congress slams government on 'skyrocketing' price rise, takes swipe over 'achche din' promiseThe Congress party has criticized the central government for escalating inflation rates. Onion prices have significantly increased, impacti...
24 Aug, 2026, 02.39 PM IST
The 'trustworthy' changes in the lives of India's middle classDigital payments and tax reforms have significantly altered middle-class spending habits. GST has streamlined consumption taxes, impacting ...
24 Aug, 2026, 01.25 PM IST
As Luckin expands globally, can China’s coffee brand succeed where its soft power has struggled?China’s coffee boom is helping Luckin overtake Starbucks, with its low prices, app-based convenience and local flavours driving rapid growt...
20 Aug, 2026, 11.15 PM IST
Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra Review: The Foldable Benchmark, If You Can Pay the PriceSamsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra takes the foldable experience to the next level with its upgraded camera and display technology. Designed f...
17 Aug, 2026, 08.10 PM IST
Independence Day 2026: 79 years of an India on the rise as its households dream biggerIndependence Day 2026: Today's Indian consumers are transforming their financial habits, with a declining focus on food expenditure within ...
15 Aug, 2026, 12.35 AM IST
India is swapping solo bites for group dining and healthier picksOut-of-home food and beverage consumption is increasingly shifting towards group occasions. Solo consumption has declined while larger grou...
14 Aug, 2026, 01.12 AM IST
Will the 70-20-10 budgeting rule keep you stuck in the middle class? CA Nitin Kaushik shares his blunt wealth-building adviceCA Nitin Kaushik argues that blindly following the 70-20-10 budgeting rule could keep young Indians “stuck in the middle class.” He says hi...
11 Aug, 2026, 07.44 AM IST
From Uniqlo to Zara, clothing brands try to win over Gen Z with a needle and threadApparel companies are offering repair services and sewing workshops to attract young consumers. These initiatives aim to reduce textile was...
10 Aug, 2026, 01.02 PM IST
CA warns how 'no-cost EMIs' is keeping Indian middle class broke: ‘If you have to borrow for 36 months, you cannot afford it’CA Nitin Kaushik warns that “no cost EMIs” can leave India’s middle class financially stretched by encouraging lifestyle upgrades through d...
10 Aug, 2026, 08.01 AM IST