The Hindu Business Line : Monday, March 22, 2004

INSIGHT
A recipe for inflation
SINCE the beginning of this year one has seen a steady rise in the prices of crude oil and commodities. Crude oil once again hit a 13-year high and has also dented the hopes of any quick easing-off. The low inventories of US and surging ... More

CONSUMER FINANCE
Now, banks have a `free' run of loans
TAKE a bank loan, win a car, TV or refrigerator. Banks seem to be aping FMCG (fast moving consumer goods) companies these days with retail finance being a very competitive market. Bankers say that the days of `Take one loan, get one free' may not ... More

DEBT MARKET
Bonds get a boost from inflation figures
BOND markets continued to remain buoyant last week propped up by expanding liquidity and renewed optimism that inflation would remain under control. Traders said refunds on the recent public issues and tax refunds somewhat alleviated the ... More

`Corporate debt market offers huge potential'
THE corporate debt market should become more healthy and efficient taking a cue from the government securities market. India has the potential for developing into the largest and most efficient bond market, said Dr Rakesh Mohan, Deputy ... More

RBI & OTHER CENTRAL BANKS
Who will fill the top slot at IMF?
The principles of good governance are as applicable in the functioning of the Brettonwoods institutions as in any corporate. The International Monetary Fund, being at the centre of the world's financial management, deserves to follow the well-establi shed principles of good corporate governance in its choice of its next Managing Director. More

INTERVIEW
`We need a lot of cash for our business plans'
DR Nachiket Mor is projected as the cerebral face of ICICI Bank. His youthful looks and small frame belie a quick and articulate mind. The fast talking Dr Mor has formidable qualifications - a doctorate in economics from the University of ... More

CO-OPERATIVES
Kerala State Co-op bank to give educational loans
THE Kerala State Co-operative Agricultural and Rural Development Bank has joined the commercial banks and other financial institutions that provide long-term loans for higher education. According to Mr K. Sivadasan Nair, President of the ... More

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