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India supplies Wall Street with CEOs but has a shortage at home
India’s biggest private banks are finding it increasingly difficult to identify executives with the breadth of experience needed to lead large, complex institutions. HDFC Bank and Kotak Mahindra Bank’s CEO searches have highlighted a surprisingly narrow talent pool, as regulatory requirements, limited succession pipelines and competing financial sectors constrain potential candidates.
Emmy Awards Night 1 Big Winners: Bad Bunny and Jimmy Kimmel shine as ‘The Traitors’ dominates reality categories; check full winners list
The 78th Primetime Emmy Awards kicked off on September 5, 2026, with a spectacular Night 1 ceremony. The evening was dominated by the Apple Music Super Bowl LX Halftime Show, which took home seven prestigious awards. The Traitors followed closely, earning six accolades, including one for the talented Alan Cumming's hosting. Additionally, The Muppet Show clinched four Emmys, celebrating its notable variety special win.
HDFC's search for a new CEO may go beyond its inner circle
HDFC Bank's board faces a difficult CEO succession task with a thin internal leadership pipeline. Regulatory tenure limits may push the bank towards a wider external executive search. Analysts suggest candidates from other banks and NBFCs could be considered. Jagdishan's exit offers an opportunity for a strategic reset and narrative change. The bank's strong franchise and financial profile should mitigate transition risks.
DHFL case: ED freezes bank deposits worth Rs 51.75 crore
The Enforcement Directorate froze bank deposits worth over fifty-one crore rupees. This action is part of a fresh probe into a massive bank loan fraud. The investigation involves Dewan Housing Finance Corporation Limited and its promoters. An immovable asset in the United Kingdom was also found to be involved.
ITAT rejects tax department’s FTS, royalty claims on Spencer Stuart’s executive search fees
The income-tax tribunal ruled in favor of Spencer Stuart International BV. Executive search fees were not treated as technical services under the tax treaty. The tribunal deleted a tax addition related to expense reimbursements. A separate dispute concerning management fees was sent back for fresh examination.
Boardroom blues: CEOs left high and dry by their directors even before Trump's tariff turmoil
Global CEOs were already dissatisfied with board support before Trump's tariffs. A survey by Spencer Stuart revealed that only 22% of CEOs felt their boards provided adequate help in uncertain times. Directors also acknowledged room for improvement. Trade issues have strained the CEO-board relationship. Companies now seek active CEOs on boards, learning from COVID-19 experiences.
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Reliance in talks with head hunters for Jio Insurance CEO
Mukesh Ambani's Reliance Industries is in talks with global and domestic executive head hunters as it looks to hire a CEO for its newly listed Jio Financial Services' insurance business. Reports say that the company will hire a leader for the insurance wing of the company before early next year.
ZEE, Sony assess executive talent ahead of merger
Spencer Stuart recently completed a talent assessment of senior leadership teams from both companies, said one of the people quoted above. The talent assessment has been conducted for executives at the senior vice president (SVP) level and above.
Being a good leader during Covid-19: Identify critical issues, show empathy, take well-informed decisions
Here's how we can equip our leaders to deal with unprecedented situations.
Young leaders learn best by engaging with their peers
Executive courage is not an issue - in fact, strong comfort with taking charge is seen to play a key role in early success of these leaders.
Facebook hunts for India head in top media, FMCG companies
Some of the high ranking officials which Spencer Stuart has reportedly considered or shortlisted include Star India MD Sanjay Gupta; Viacom18 group CEO Sudhanshu Vats.
ET Women Ahead: Diversity will remain mere talk unless boardrooms become equal
A study by consulting firm SpencerStuart reveals that India Inc feels the need for more role models to achieve diversity in the cubicles.
ET Women Ahead: How a stellar jury chose 26 role models from a list of 120
The 26 women featured in the list have made an impact, not just in their companies, but on society in general.
ET Women Ahead: Workplace diversity possible only with high-visibility, female role models
Organisations must pay heed to 3 points if they want more representation in the workforce.
Vodafone, Idea Cellular hire expert to pick key executives
About 100 senior management staff from each of the companies are going through a fitment test, with the aim of seeing if they are suited for the merged company.
40 under Forty: What the young leaders of India have in common
Young achievers are comfortable with ambiguity and not focused on playing by the rules. Comfort with navigating chaos and ambiguity is increasingly seen as a strength for leaders.
The Economic Times & Spencer Stuart present the definitive listing of India Inc’s future leaders
In Indian business houses, the new gen is not only taking charge sooner than before, it is also leading diversification into exciting new fields.
40 under Forty: Age is but a number
Given our focus on leadership, Spencer Stuart is proud to partner with The Economic Times for the third consecutive year on the annual "40 under 40" issue.
Twitter talked to Cisco's Padmasree Warrior about being its next CEO
Twitter's board will meet on Thursday to discuss the status of the CEO search, which is being led by recruiting firm Spencer Stuart.
Twitter says it wants only full-time CEO
Twitter said Monday it would only consider chief executive candidates who can commit full-time to the company, signaling that co-founder and interim head Jack Dorsey likely will not be picked.
Anjali Bansal quits SpencerStuart, company identifies internal successor
One of Bansal's top achievements was setting up the board practice which went on to become the go-to destination for most big conglomerates and MNCs.
FMCG cos emerging as new breeding ground for women business leaders: ET Corporate Dossier-Spencer Stuart list
There is another pointer that women leaders are concentrated in only a few pockets of India Inc: nearly 56% of all women in the list are working for MNCs.
Fabulous 40
The Economic Times and Spencer Stuart listed 40 most-deserving and successful business leaders under the age of 40 and honoured them at an event held at Four Seasons hotel, Tuesday
I've never stopped and I don't know how to: Anjali Bansal
While motherhood may be an enriching experience, it is also a vulnerable phase for women as their careers take a back seat.
India Inc hiring icons like M Damodaran, Deepak Parekh & GM Rao to mentor women board members
Arun Duggal, chairman of Shriram Capital & a veteran intl banker, has initiated a mentoring programme to get more women onto corporate boards.
Corporate boardrooms: Changing trends in CEO's role and recruitment of directors
Indian boards, a study of BSE-100 companies reveals, are becoming more diverse by gender, nationality and expertise.
Search firms hiring from other sectors to replenish talent pool and expand into new areas
The movers and shakers of India Inc are on the move. There is a churn across search firms as headhunters and leadership consultants are moving on to new roles.
CEOs rushing to join search firms in hunt for talent
The move has been led by attitudinal shift towards headhunting as the profession has become more visible & respectable. Bond with your boss I Handling office lies
Marks & Spencer, Reliance Retail announce JV in India
Britain's clothing and food retailer Marks & Spencer will set up of a joint venture firm with Mukesh Ambani-led Reliance Retail at an investment of 29 million pounds to mark its foray into India.
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