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The economics of Pantone and its colours

In today’s episode on 5th December 2025, we tell you why Pantone’s Color of the Year is such a big deal in the design world, and the economics behind the company whose colour formulas quietly show up in products we see and use every day. FREE MASTERCLASS ALERT! ⁠Join Ditto's FREE Insurance Masterclass by signing up here before seats run out.⁠ https://events.joinditto.in/?utm_source=Finshots&utm_medium=Podcast

10m
Dec 05
The Meesho IPO explained

In today’s episode on 3rd December 2025, we break down the Meesho IPO, the company that quietly became India’s largest e-commerce platform by order volume, long before most people realised what was happening — as it opens for subscription today and runs till 10 December. 👉🏽 Click here to register while seats last. https://events.joinditto.in/?utm_source=Finshots&utm_medium=Podcast

9m
Dec 03
DroneAcharya Aerial Innovations has landed itself in SEBI’s bad books

In today’s episode on 2nd December 2025, we tell you how DroneAcharya Aerial Innovations, a company that made a splashy debut on the SME exchange a couple of years ago, ended up misusing IPO money and misleading investors. Book your FREE call with Ditto if you haven't already for a spam-free experience. https://ditto.sh/vx51ji

10m
Dec 02
What the Airbus scare tells us about modern infrastructure

In today’s episode on 1st December 2025, we look at how a burst of energy from 150 million kilometres away managed to unsettle a $100 million aircraft and what it means for the rest of our hyper-connected world.

5m
Nov 30
Why Michael Burry is going short on AI

In today’s episode on 28th November 2025, we explain why the famous short seller is going short on AI when everyone is going bullish on AI stocks. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER https://events.joinditto.in/?utm_source=Finshots&utm_medium=Podcast

8m
Nov 27
What's a smell trademark, anyway?

In today’s episode on 27th November 2025, we tell you how Japanese tyre-maker Sumitomo Rubber secured legal approval for a rose-scented tyre as a trademark — something no one had managed before in India. And why this unusual win could open the doors for a whole new category of sensory trademarks in the country. 30 minutes is all it takes to secure your family's future with Ditto's expert insurance advice. ⁠⁠⁠⁠Book a FREE call today and we promise no spam or forced selling.⁠⁠ https://ditto.sh/vx51ji

9m
Nov 26
India’s new Labour Codes explained

In today’s episode on 26th November 2025, we break down India’s biggest labour reform in 75 years, and what it actually means for your job, your salary, and your employer. 30 minutes is all it takes to secure your family's future with Ditto's expert insurance advice. ⁠⁠⁠Book a FREE call today and we promise no spam or forced selling.⁠ https://ditto.sh/vx51ji

8m
Nov 25
When ORS didn’t mean ORS

In today’s episode on 25th November 2025, we explain how sugary drinks are finally banned from calling themselves ORS and why it took so long for the ban to finally be implemented on all energy drinks, ready-to-serve drinks and electrolyte beverages. 30 minutes is all it takes to secure your family's future with Ditto's expert insurance advice. ⁠⁠Book a FREE call today and we promise no spam or forced selling.⁠ https://ditto.sh/vx51ji

9m
Nov 25
Can LIC be India’s sovereign wealth fund?

In today’s episode on 24th November 2025, we look at why India doesn’t have a sovereign wealth fund*, why some people think Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) already behaves like one, and why the truth is a lot trickier. 30 minutes is all it takes to secure your family's future with Ditto's expert insurance advice. ⁠Book a FREE call today and we promise no spam or forced selling.⁠ https://ditto.sh/vx51ji

9m
Nov 23
Understanding the economics behind India’s egg prices

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9m
Nov 20
The battle for BYJU’s remains

In today’s episode on 19th November 2025, we talk about why BYJU’s parent company is finding bidders despite being under insolvency proceedings and mostly defunct. If you want clarity, real-world insights, and simple steps with Insurance you can apply immediately. This free masterclass series by Ditto Insurance will help. 👉🏽 Click here to register https://ditto.webinarninja.com/series-webinars/7095/register?in_tok=61665c2a-d6f5-4e8a-9005-756e808b3f74&utm_source=Finshots&utm_medium=Newsletter while seats last.

9m
Nov 18
Making sense of India's first ever LPG import deal with the US

In today’s episode on 18th November 2025, we break down India’s first-ever structured, long-term contract to source 10% of its LPG from the US, and what it means for you. If you want clarity, real-world insights, and simple steps you can apply immediately. This free masterclass series will help. 👉🏽 Click here to register https://ditto.webinarninja.com/series-webinars/7095/register?in_tok=61665c2a-d6f5-4e8a-9005-756e808b3f74&utm_source=Finshots&utm_medium=Newsletter while seats last.

9m
Nov 17
Why Softbank sold its golden goose

In today’s episode on 17th November 2025, we talk about Softbank’s recent stake sale of Nvidia, and what it plans to do with the proceeds through the Vision Fund. Schedule your ⁠free consultation with Ditto's IRDAI-certified experts at no cost to you⁠ https://ditto.sh/vx51ji

8m
Nov 17
The ₹150-crore prop-trading scam

In today’s episode on 15th November 2025, we break down one of the wildest prop-trading blow-ups in recent times that ran on fake terminals, insane leverage and a whole lot of misplaced trust. Limited seats for Insurance Webinar by Ditto 👉🏽 ⁠Click here to register while seats last⁠ https://ditto.webinarninja.com/series-webinars/7081/register?in_tok=6ff831ff-8cee-43ec-9716-694bf2c761e5&utm_source=Finshots&utm_medium=Newsletter.

9m
Nov 15
How digital gold became India's favourite unregulated investment

In today’s episode on 14th November 2025, we dive into why digital gold became such a popular product even though it remains unregulated. Limited seats for Insurance Webinar by Ditto 👉🏽 ⁠Click here to register while seats last⁠ https://ditto.webinarninja.com/series-webinars/7081/register?in_tok=6ff831ff-8cee-43ec-9716-694bf2c761e5&utm_source=Finshots&utm_medium=Newsletter.

8m
Nov 14
What SEBI’s new AIF rules mean

In today’s episode on 13th November 2025, we talk about SEBI’s latest consultation paper on Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs) and what the new changes could mean for investors and fund managers. Limited seats for Insurance Webinar by Ditto 👉🏽 ⁠Click here to register while seats last⁠ https://ditto.webinarninja.com/series-webinars/7081/register?in_tok=6ff831ff-8cee-43ec-9716-694bf2c761e5&utm_source=Finshots&utm_medium=Newsletter.

8m
Nov 13
India wants its own stablecoin?

In today’s episode on 12th November 2025, we tell you why India is now rooting for its own stablecoin. Limited seats for Insurance Webinar by Ditto 👉🏽 Click here to register while seats last https://ditto.webinarninja.com/series-webinars/7081/register?in_tok=6ff831ff-8cee-43ec-9716-694bf2c761e5&utm_source=Finshots&utm_medium=Newsletter.

8m
Nov 12
The PhysicsWallah IPO explained

In today’s episode on 12th November 2025, we break down the PhysicsWallah IPO which opens for subscription today and closes on November 13th, 2025.

11m
Nov 12
The Tata Trusts saga explained

In today’s episode on 10th November 2025, we break down the unfolding saga at Tata Trusts where legacy, leadership, and power are all being tested. If you haven't already, get your free, personalized insurance advice ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠by clicking here⁠⁠⁠.⁠ https://ditto.sh/1pw1fu

9m
Nov 10
What happened to all the T+0 excitement?

In today’s episode on 7th November 2025, we tell you why SEBI has indefinitely extended the deadline for stockbrokers to be fully ready for T+0 settlements. If you haven't already, get your free, personalized insurance advice ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠by clicking here⁠⁠⁠. https://ditto.sh/1pw1fu

8m
Nov 07
A breakthrough that might break the internet

In today’s episode on 6th November 2025, we take a look at how a chip named Willow recently proved that reliable quantum computing is not science fiction anymore, and how this might affect you and me sooner than you think. If you haven't already, get your free, personalized insurance advice ⁠⁠⁠⁠by clicking here⁠⁠⁠. https://ditto.sh/1pw1fu

7m
Nov 06
Bankim Brahmbhatt and the $500 million lesson in lending against thin air

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8m
Nov 05
The Groww IPO explained

In today’s episode on 4th November 2025, we break down Groww’s IPO, which opens for subscription today and closes on Friday (November 7th, 2025). If you haven't already, get your free, personalized insurance advice ⁠⁠⁠by clicking here⁠⁠⁠. https://ditto.sh/1pw1fu

11m
Nov 04
Why mutual funds will soon cost less

In today’s episode on 3rd November 2025, we break down the SEBI consultation paper on mutual funds asset management charges.

8m
Nov 03
The Lenskart IPO explained

In today’s episode on 31st October 2025, we break down the Lenskart Solutions IPO, which opens for subscription today (October 31st) and closes on November 4th (Tuesday). If you haven't already, get your free, personalized insurance advice from Ditto Insurance ⁠⁠⁠by clicking here⁠⁠⁠ https://ditto.sh/wc06nv.

10m
Oct 31
The Orkla India (MTR Foods) IPO

In today’s episode on 30th October 2025, we talk about the Orkla India IPO, better known as the parent company of MTR Foods, Eastern and Rasoi Magic, which opened for subscription on Wednesday, October 29th, and closes tomorrow (October 31st). If you haven't already, get your free, personalized insurance advice from Ditto ⁠⁠⁠by clicking here⁠⁠⁠ https://ditto.sh/wc06nv.

9m
Oct 30
What you need to know about loans against silver

In today’s episode on 29th October 2025, we break down the RBI’s new rules on lending against silver and why everyone is so upbeat about it. If you haven't already, get your free, personalized insurance advice ⁠⁠by clicking here⁠⁠ https://ditto.sh/wc06nv.

9m
Oct 29
SEBI wants mutual funds to stop chasing pre-IPO deals

In today’s episode on 28th October 2025, we try to explain why mutual funds can no longer access the pre-IPO market. If you haven't already, go get your free, personalized insurance advice ⁠by clicking here⁠ https://ditto.sh/wc06nv.

6m
Oct 28
RBL’s ticket to the big leagues

In today’s episode on 27th October 2025, we explore why Dubai’s Emirates NBD is placing a $3 billion bet on RBL Bank. If you haven't already, go get your free, personalized insurance advice by clicking here https://ditto.sh/wc06nv.

8m
Oct 27
How reliant is the Indian pharma industry on China?

In today’s episode on 24th October 2025, we tell you why the world’s pharmacy still needs China’s chemistry and what India can do to catch up.

8m
Oct 24