SME DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION
These large-caps have ‘strong buy’ & ‘buy’ recos and an upside potential of over 25%, according to analysts
At this juncture, what companies say about their Q2 results, and their outlook for Q3 and Q4, matters a great deal – but only to a certain extent. A company can plan only for what is in its control. No management can predict what the US President will decide, or which way the trouble in the Gulf will turn next.
Women entrepreneurs can power Asia’s digital trade boom
Women entrepreneurs across Asia are increasingly turning to digital trade, enabling them to reach markets far beyond their local confines. This transition allows them to bypass traditional mobility challenges and limited funding opportunities. A variety of initiatives are in place to bolster women-led enterprises through training and improved financial access.
Swastika Infra IPO Day 3: Issue subscribed 7.6 times; GMP signals 5% premium — Check key details
Swastika Infra IPO recorded a subscription rate of 7.60 times by the final day of bidding. The issue price is set between Rs 175 and Rs 185 per share, with a lot size of 81 shares. The proceeds from the IPO aim to fund Rs 90 crore for working capital and general corporate purposes. Financial performance for FY26 noted a total income increase of 43% year-on-year.
As SMEs digitise and expand globally, foreign banks have a crucial role to play: DBS Bank India’s Divyesh Dalal
DBS Bank India is enhancing its support for SMEs with the launch of its new Collections Orchestration platform, aiming to streamline payment management via a unified dashboard. This initiative reflects the evolving needs of small businesses in India, as they embrace digital solutions to navigate an increasingly complex commercial landscape.
The market is confusing and nothing in it is cheap. One ratio may help: 5 stocks with an upside potential of up to 22%
In today’s market situation, consider confusion and uncertainty as givens. The market's direction is genuinely hard to call, and nothing is on sale. Neither of those is going to change just because you want it to.
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84% of Indian SMEs plan to increase cybersecurity investments: Study
The findings further reveal that cybersecurity maturity among Indian SMEs remains uneven as nearly 35% operate multiple cybersecurity tools with limited visibility into risks.

Four SME IPOs set to list today on BSE: Check GMP ahead of listing
All four issues closed their subscription windows on September 15, with allotments finalized on September 16, and are now scheduled to begin trading on the BSE SME exchange.

84% of Indian small and medium enterprises plan to increase cybersecurity spending, but readiness gaps persist: Study
A large majority of Indian small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are planning to increase their cybersecurity investments over the next 12-24 months, but gaps in preparedness, monitoring and skilled expertise continue to remain a challenge, according to a study by Tata Tele Business Services (TTBS) and CyberMedia Research (CMR).

BRICS adopts New Delhi Declaration: Inside the 140-point document on Global South's ambitions
BRICS leaders adopted the New Delhi Declaration at the 18th summit, reaffirming their commitment to cooperation, multilateralism and a more representative global order. The document outlines India's 2026 chairship priorities, recognises partner countries' contributions and calls for greater participation of Emerging Markets, Developing Countries and Least Developed Countries in global governance.

Vijay Kedia buys 3.58 lakh shares in this IT company that nearly doubled investor money
Vijay Kedia-backed Kedia Securities has picked up a 3.56% stake in SME IT firm Exato Technologies, taking total holding to 9.68%. The stock has surged over 90% in a year. The move has drawn investor attention to the recently listed company amid continued interest in high-growth smallcap technology plays.

Fable Fintech's new platform to transform operations of 500 exchange houses globally
This comprehensive solution addresses persistent challenges faced by these financial institutions, including legacy system limitations, regulatory compliance hurdles, and digital transformation barriers, a company statement said.

ET Make in India SME Regional Summits: How IDBI Bank is powering Punjab's MSMEs
In this edition of the ET SME Summits, Executive Director Nagaraj Garla outlined the bank's strategy to help small enterprises embrace innovation, navigate compliance challenges, and scale up for India’s economic ambitions.

Predict, Prescribe, Prosper: Unlocking the power of data and AI in public sector banks
India's booming digital economy, propelled by initiatives like Digital India and UPI, presents a data goldmine for public sector banks. These banks are urged to move beyond traditional analytics and embrace AI to unlock growth, particularly in SME lending.

We have barely scratched the surface of digital payment potential: NPST’s Deepak Chand Thakur
Deepak Chand Thakur expects significant growth in India’s digital payment industry over the next five years, fuelled by innovations like real-time credit lines embedded in customer journeys.

Shriram Finance made AUM Rs 8,938.61 cr in Q3 under SME loans in TN
Shriram Finance Ltd reports an AUM of Rs 8,938.61 crore for Q3 2024, up from Rs 5,170.49 crore last year, driven by SME loan demand in various industries. The company is set to expand its branch network and digital lending, aiming for growth and increased market share in the SME segment.

India’s SME IPOs: From a quiet start to bull run
Ajay Thakur, former Head, BSE SME & Startup, recalls how it was a challenging journey to convince SMEs to get listed and see the benefits that would follow ahead.

IFC hails G20 declaration’s emphasis on digital public infrastructure, says key for SME expansion
DPI includes digital networks that offer essential services such as identification, payments, and data exchange, aiming to bring underserved populations into the digital ecosystem.

Deep diving into various elements of manufacturing processes : 2nd week of ET’s Digital Transformation Program for Manufacturing
The ET’s Manufacturing Excellence Through Digital Transformation Program, which aims to help SMEs upgrade themselves to Industry 4.0, headed into its 2nd week on February 4, 2023. The 1st session of the program focussed on ‘Deep Diving Into Various Elements Of Manufacturing Processes’ and providing solutions for the different manufacturing processes.

How long does it take to digitally transform your small business?
Every company, big or small, has to embrace technology to stay relevant. But small entrepreneurs find the process intimidating. So it has to be an experiential process, and not an intellectual one.

Deep diving into various elements of manufacturing processes : 2nd week of ET’s Digital Transformation Program for Manufacturing
The ET's Manufacturing Excellence Through Digital Transformation Program is a two-week course that aims to help small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) upgrade themselves to Industry 4.0.

Industry experts share key insights on digital transformation during the first week of ET’s Digital Transformation for Manufacturing Course
The ET's Digital Transformation for Manufacturing Course is a 6-week program that aims to help MSMEs from the manufacturing sector to capitalise the advanced digital solutions to stay ahead in dynamic business scenarios.

ET Digital Transformation Program: Helping SMEs get Industry 4.0 ready
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ET Digital Transformation Program: Learn from industry leaders on how to take your manufacturing business to the next level, Register Now
The Economic Times has announced the schedule for its ‘Digital Transformation for Manufacturing’ course that will focus on Industry 4.0 also known as the Fourth Industrial Revolution and the role of artificial intelligence in manufacturing.

Small business owners decode how MSMEs can get their digital transformation right to drive sustainable growth
Digital transformation is a must in today's business world as shown by SMBs and MSME industry leaders who have led their businesses' digital transformation and adoption of technology

SMEs lose Rs 67 lakh annually due to outdated ways of managing finances: Study
The study attempted to answer some questions around digital adoption by SMEs and what is stopping them from modernizing their finance function.

Cloud revenue to double in 2-3 years, says SAP
The overall market for cloud solutions in India has grown at 300% in the last five years.

Why legacy Supply Chains aren't fit for purpose in the age of customer experience
Business leaders in the region today are challenged with delivering differentiated customer experiences; leading many to rethink the way they design their supply chain operations.

Digitalization of SMEs: What every small manufacturer should learn from the auto industry
Despite SMEs occupying majority share of the industry, they currently face multiple issues that are hindering their growth.
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