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Starbucks is one of the largest coffeehouse chains in the world. Despite its success globally, it faces some great challenges in India. Whether the coffee giant should leave the country or not is a question that may arise in the future. The position of Starbucks in India appears uncertain by the mounting losses and fierce local and global brand competition in addition to changing consumer behavior. This report looks into the present situation of Starbucks in India, its challenges and future course of action and identifies if the coffee shop is most likely to withdraw from the Indian market. Starbucks Entering India Starbucks ventured into India during 2007 when the company first attempted to enter the market. But this first attempt failed. The challenges were many: real estate was expensive, local cafés were competition, and there was a general unfamiliarity with high-end coffee at home. Tea is preferred for most Indian consumers. Failure got Starbucks to rethink its strategy for India...

Introduction Question in this struggle for a change in climate and an emergency need for sustainable energy, we ask ourselves one of the biggest questions: whether renewable energy will eventually substitute oil . Oil was the very corner of the world's economy for years and rightfully powers everything, from cars and airplanes to factories and homes, with unprecedented power output. But the presence of renewable energy sources such as solar and wind and, by definition, nuclear has given this debate an important question: can these clean resources supplant oil? Or is it more complicated than that? Despite increasing interest in renewables, oil producers like ExxonMobil and BP believe oil will continue to be the primary source of energy for many years. Even as the growth in electric vehicle makes rapid strides and technology pushes for more and more renewable sources, still, oil will be required in abundance till 2050. The bottom line is that ExxonMobil believes that by mid-century...

For the last few years, family functions in urban India have revolutionized significantly. Most couples have chosen to postpone or even forgo parenthood altogether and are constrained by various reasons from career aspirations to financial apprehensions. DINKs — Double Income No Kids — have also become very much in vogue in metropolitan cities like Mumbai, Bangalore, and Delhi. These couples accord importance to their professional and personal life and not family planning as was the case earlier. However, what happens when DINKs decide to become parents? The life change from not having children to becoming parents has many serious financial implications. Having a child is oftentimes considered the most enjoyable experience of a lifetime but it is also a very expensive phenomenon that requires very careful consideration. In this article, we will analyze financial realities of parenthood in India, hidden costs that go unnoticed, and practical strategies for financial planning if you deci...

It will be interesting to note how the Indian renewable energy sector is steered towards a revolutionary change at the hands of NTPC Green Energy as 2024 approaches. Hopes of getting a dose of excitement are finally met with the recent news of a ₹10,000 crore Initial Public Offering. This IPO is far from just another public offering, but the signals for a monumental shift of the country's power into its future. Let's take a peep into why this IPO is a head-turner and what it means to both the energy sector and investors. The Origins of NTPC Green Energy To gain a sense of what NTPC Green Energy is about, we must delve a little back in the company's history. NTPC Limited (formerly National Thermal Power Corporation) has served, over nearly 35 years since its establishment in 1975, as one of the many cornerstones of India's continuously shifting power infrastructure. Early years with NTPC were quite the days-the company was nearly inseparable from coal-powered plants, a b...

Recently, there's been one word you cannot help but hear in all discussions on economic trends: the interest rate cut by the US Federal Reserve. As rates were cut for the first time in four years , you may wonder why this matters-not just to the Americans but to people around the world. Knowing what that means will help you understand your way in the financial world if you are an investor, a business owner, or just a concerned citizen. What is a US Fed Rate Cut? Simply put, a rate cut is the reduction in the interest rate at which the banks are allowed to borrow funds from the Federal Reserve. The United States Federal Reserve, more commonly known as "the Fed", has an unprecedented role in administering the economy by trying to shape the country's monetary policy. When the Fed lowers its rate of interest, borrowing becomes cheaper for the banks, thereby lowering interest rates for consumers and businesses. That might be able to boost spending and investing and stimula...

The snake venom production industry is one of the most important industries in India's healthcare sector. Since snake venom is an indispensable part of producing anti-snake venom, which annually saves thousands of human lives, the industry, since last year, has been facing an unprecedented crisis. However, the industry moved from its commercial boom to severe crisis by 2024. Regulatory changes, instability in financial matters, and out-of-date practices are dealing with the livelihood of those who extract snake venom for income, especially the Irula tribe. This article analyzes the historical significance of snake venom extraction, the vital role of the Irula tribe, and the pressing challenges that it deals with today. Historical Significance of Snake Venom in India For centuries, India has been branded as the "land of snake charmers." Although a supposedly colonial jest, this phase covers a profound truth. Snake catching has been a part of India's cultural heritage a...