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Simplifying stock search on Kite. Now, easily search for companies using the brands or products they are associated with. If you have suggestions on which brands to add, do let us know in the comments.

The first thing you should do when you are starting your personal finance journey is to ensure you have sufficient life and health insurance. If you have dependents, not having life insurance is a bad idea. Based on my interactions with folks, perhaps the biggest reason why they don't have life insurance is because the policies are a nightmare to understand with all sorts of jargon and hidden clauses. Then there's the fact that insurers keep changing things. For example, I didn't know underwriting rules had become much tougher and rejections had gone up. So, I asked Shrehith Karkera from Ditto Insurance to write a post on things you should know before buying life insurance in 2025. Check out the link in the comments.

Today on The Daily Brief: - Talent drives economic growth, but its impact depends on how well societies nurture it. Countries that create opportunities for skilled individuals tend to innovate and grow faster, while those that fail to do so waste potential. India must improve talent identification and support systems to maximize its economic gains. - CRISIL projects India’s GDP growth at 6.5% in FY26, with inflation easing to 4.4%. Manufacturing is set to outpace services, driven by global shifts and government incentives. Rising consumption and increased corporate borrowing indicate strong investment activity, but global uncertainties remain a risk.

Market cycles are inevitable. The bull market that seemed unstoppable just months ago has hit a wall, with the Nifty 500 down around 15%, midcaps down 17%, and smallcaps down 20%. So, how do you navigate these cycles? While timing the market is nearly impossible, smart strategies can help you manage risk effectively. You can watch the full episode, link in the comments.

We launched the InvestInYou Summits on Campus in collaboration with Under 25 Universe to enable students to invest in themselves. We continue to focus on empowering students all over the country and helping them on their journey through these Summits. February has been a fantastic month of impact, growth, and youth culture building. We have only just begun!

Today on The Daily Brief: - Gensol Engineering, a rising star in solar and EV leasing, saw its credit rating drop to "Default" (D) due to missed repayments. With over ₹7,000 crore in orders, the company insists it’s just a liquidity mismatch. But allegations of falsified documents and pledged shares add to investor concerns. Can Gensol turn things around by selling assets and cutting debt? - Airtel and Tata Play are in talks to merge their DTH TV businesses—a sign that traditional TV is losing ground. As YouTube and OTT platforms take over, TV's dominance is fading. Is this the beginning of the end for pay-TV?

You can now track all your investments in stocks, ETFs, bonds and mutual funds in a single view on Kite web. You can check the blog post for more information, in the comments.

Today on The Daily Brief: - Trump has launched a fresh trade war, imposing steep tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China. As these countries retaliate, global markets face uncertainty, with potential economic fallout for businesses and consumers worldwide. - New research shows how narratives drive business decisions and economic cycles. Optimism fuels hiring and investment, while pessimism leads to downturns—proving that stories don’t just reflect economies; they shape them.

Today on The Daily Brief: - India’s beverage industry is facing a major challenge as new government regulations mandate that plastic bottles contain at least 30% recycled content, increasing to 60% by 2028-29. However, India lacks sufficient food-grade recycling capacity, making compliance difficult. This could lead to shortages, higher costs, and even legal action from manufacturers. - India’s urban infrastructure struggles with chronic underfunding, as municipal bodies rely on inefficient taxation and unpredictable grants. Municipal bonds could be a game-changer, providing cities with a new way to raise funds. However, challenges like weak revenue autonomy, lack of investor incentives, and credit rating issues must be addressed for them to work effectively.

Today on The Daily Brief: - Donald Trump has flipped the U.S. government's stance on crypto, moving from heavy regulation under Biden to full-fledged support. His proposed National Strategic Crypto Reserve and SEC policy shifts signal a new era for the industry, with potential global ripple effects. - CNG vehicle adoption is soaring in India due to lower costs and government support, but rising gas prices and competition from EVs threaten its future. Will CNG remain a transition fuel or fade away as EV infrastructure expands?