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MANILA, Philippines – After banking regulators shut down its access to e-wallets like GCash, DigiPlus Interactive Corp. has found an alternative payment platform for its online gaming clients.
DigiPlus’ flagship games can now have their accounts topped up through the bills payment service provider Bayad Center’s branches across the country. The company says this move will ensure “safe and reliable” services for its users.
https://business.inquirer.net/551854/digiplus-taps-bayad-center-as-payment-channel
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Wealth has a way of shaping narratives, and in India, the stories of its billionaires are no exception. As the country’s richest individuals continue to amass unprecedented fortunes, Forbes has published its latest 2024 “India’s 100 Richest” list.
According to the report, the collective wealth of India’s richest has doubled since 2019, with a staggering addition of approximately USD 316 billion over the past year alone. More than 80 percent of the richest Indians have grown wealthier, with 58 of them adding USD 1 billion or more to their respective net worths. Notably, the top 12 individuals account for close to half of the combined wealth of the top 100, the report added.
### Top 10 India’s Richest
**1. Mukesh Ambani**
At the forefront is Mukesh Ambani, Chairman and Managing Director of Reliance Industries, boasting a net worth of USD 119.5 billion. His wealth increased by USD 27.5 billion this year, making him the second-biggest gainer in dollar terms.
**2. Gautam Adani**
In second place is Gautam Adani, with a net worth of USD 116 billion.
**3. Savitri Jindal**
Savitri Jindal and her family occupy the third spot, with a net worth of USD 43.7 billion.
**4. Shiv Nadar**
Shiv Nadar, Chairperson of HCL Enterprise, comes in fourth, with an estimated wealth of USD 40.2 billion.
**5. Dilip Shanghvi**
Closing out the top five is Dilip Shanghvi, founder of Sun Pharmaceuticals, whose net worth stands at USD 32.4 billion.
The remaining top ten includes:
– Radhakishan Damani (USD 31.5 billion)
– Sunil Mittal (USD 30.7 billion)
– Kumar Birla (USD 24.8 billion)
– Cyrus Poonawalla (USD 24.5 billion)
– The Bajaj Family (USD 23.4 billion)
### New Faces on the List
This year’s list features several exciting new entrants. Mahima Datla, head of Biological E, makes her debut as the newest woman on the list. Other newcomers include B Partha Saradhi Reddy, founder of Hetero Labs; Harish Ahuja of Shahi Exports; and Surender Saluja, chairman of Premier Energies.
At just 38 years old, Nikhil Kamath, co-founder of Zerodha, is the youngest billionaire featured on the list.
Meanwhile, the late Ratan Tata, who passed away on October 9, was absent from the rankings this year.
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Forbes’ 2024 “India’s 100 Richest” list paints a vivid picture of India’s rapidly evolving wealth landscape, highlighting the individuals who continue to drive economic growth and innovation across the country.
https://www.freepressjournal.in/business/mukesh-ambani-tops-forbes-2024-billionaires-list-check-out-the-top-10
WASHINGTON, United States — Most members of the Federal Reserve’s interest-rate setting committee supported further reductions to its key interest rate this year, according to minutes from last month’s meeting released Wednesday.
A majority of Fed officials felt that the risk of unemployment rising had worsened since their previous meeting in July, while the risk of rising…
The dollar index (DXY00) extended this week’s rally on Wednesday, rising +0.32% to reach a 1.75-month high. Political uncertainty in France and Japan has put downward pressure on the euro and yen, respectively, benefiting the dollar.
Wednesday afternoon saw additional gains for the dollar following the release of the hawkish minutes from the September 16-17 FOMC meeting. However, strength in the stock market reduced liquidity demand, limiting the extent of the dollar’s gains. Meanwhile, the ongoing U.S. government shutdown, which entered its second week on Monday, remains a bearish factor for the dollar. The longer the shutdown lasts, the greater the risk of adverse effects on the U.S. economy, negatively impacting the dollar.
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### FOMC Meeting Minutes and Interest Rate Outlook
The minutes from the September 16-17 Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting displayed a slightly hawkish tone. While most policymakers indicated it would be appropriate to ease policy further over the remainder of the year, a majority emphasized upside risks to their inflation outlooks. Markets are currently pricing in a 93% probability of a -25 basis points rate cut at the upcoming FOMC meeting on October 28-29.
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### Eurozone Update: EUR/USD Falls to 6-Week Low
The EUR/USD (^EURUSD) pair extended its losses on Wednesday, declining by -0.29% to a six-week low. Weaker-than-expected economic data from the Eurozone weighed heavily on the euro. Specifically, German industrial production for August posted its largest monthly decline in nearly three and a half years, dropping -4.3% month-over-month versus expectations of -1.0%.
Adding to the euro’s woes, political turmoil in France intensified after Prime Minister Lecornu resigned following President Macron’s appointment of a new cabinet. This development raised uncertainty around the Eurozone’s second-largest economy.
ECB Governing Council Member Muller commented that the Eurozone economy is slowly picking up and inflation is aligned with the ECB’s 2% target. Still, swaps markets currently assign only a 1% chance of a -25 basis points rate cut by the ECB at the October 30 policy meeting.
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### USD/JPY Moves Higher Amid Yen Weakness
The USD/JPY (^USDJPY) rose +0.55% on Wednesday as the yen extended its weekly selloff to a 7.75-month low against the dollar. The yen came under pressure due to weak wage growth in Japan — a dovish factor for Bank of Japan (BOJ) policy — with August labor cash earnings rising less than expected (+1.5% year-over-year versus +2.7% anticipated).
Higher U.S. Treasury note yields also contributed to yen weakness. However, losses were somewhat contained after the September Eco Watchers Outlook Survey in Japan improved more than expected, reaching a nine-month high.
Concerns have mounted over the election of Sanae Takaichi as leader of Japan’s ruling Liberal Democratic Party, making her the likely next Prime Minister. Her victory has tempered expectations of imminent BOJ policy tightening and raised worries about increased debt issuance given her support for expanded fiscal stimulus.
**Key Data Points:**
– Japan September Eco Watchers Outlook Survey: +1.0 to 48.5 (9-month high), above expectations of 47.8
– Japan August Labor Cash Earnings: +1.5% y/y, below expected +2.7%
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### Precious Metals Rally on Safe-Haven Demand
December gold (GCZ25) closed up +66.10 points (+1.65%) on Wednesday, while December silver (SIZ25) rose +1.479 points (+3.11%). Precious metals surged sharply, with December gold hitting a new contract high and nearest-futures gold (V25) reaching an all-time high of $4,049.20 per troy ounce. December silver also posted a contract high, and the nearest-futures silver logged a 14-year peak.
The ongoing U.S. government shutdown is driving safe-haven demand for precious metals. Political turmoil in France, following Prime Minister Lecornu’s resignation, is further boosting this demand. Additionally, metals are benefiting from safe-haven status amid uncertainty tied to U.S. tariffs, geopolitical risks, and global trade tensions.
The election of Sanae Takaichi in Japan, a proponent of easy fiscal and monetary policy, supports demand as a store of value. Central bank buying is also underpinning gold prices. Notably, the People’s Bank of China (PBOC) added 40,000 troy ounces of gold to its reserves in September, marking the 11th consecutive month of reserve increases.
Despite the dollar index rallying to a 1.75-month high on Wednesday — typically a negative factor for precious metals — safe-haven support remains strong. President Trump’s attacks on Fed independence have further bolstered gold demand. Weaker-than-expected U.S. economic data has strengthened the outlook for additional Fed rate cuts, which is bullish for precious metals. The swaps market currently indicates a 93% probability of a 25 basis point Fed rate cut at the October 28-29 FOMC meeting.
Meanwhile, fund buying of precious metal ETFs continues to support prices. Gold holdings in ETFs rose to a three-year high on Tuesday, with silver holdings reaching a three-year peak last Wednesday.
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*On the date of publication, Rich Asplund did not hold (either directly or indirectly) any positions in the securities mentioned in this article.*
*All information and data in this article is for informational purposes only. For more details, please view the Barchart Disclosure Policy.*
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https://www.nasdaq.com/articles/dollar-gains-euro-and-yen-retreat
**Should You Be Worried About WeWork India’s ₹3,000 Crore IPO?**
*By Dwaipayan Roy | October 7, 2025 | 8:02 PM*
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WeWork India’s ₹3,000 crore initial public offering (IPO) has come under scrutiny, with proxy advisory firm InGovern raising significant concerns over its structure and pre-listing conditions. Shriram Subramanian, the founder of InGovern, highlighted issues that cast doubt on the promoters’ intent, the company’s financial sustainability, and governance oversight.
### IPO Structure: No Fresh Capital Infusion
The IPO is structured as a full offer for sale (OFS), meaning that no new capital will be infused into the company through this process. Instead, existing shareholders are offloading shares, which raises questions about the use of proceeds and the company’s future funding needs.
### Major Concerns Raised by InGovern
**Temporary Release of Pledged Promoter Shares**
A key concern flagged by InGovern is the temporary release of promoter shares that were pledged before the IPO. Over 53% of WeWork India’s pre-IPO shares, held by Embassy Buildcon, had been pledged against borrowings amounting to approximately ₹2,065 crore. These pledges were revoked mainly to facilitate the IPO. According to Subramanian, if the listing did not occur, the shares would have to be re-pledged within 45 days. This arrangement raises questions about the promoters’ commitment and the stability of their holdings.
**Ongoing Financial Challenges**
WeWork India continues to face operating cash losses, a challenge complicated by lease agreements treated as debt obligations. Nearly 43% of the company’s FY25 revenue went toward lease payouts. Subramanian expressed concern over the promoters’ use of a pure OFS to deleverage, noting that the company’s brief profit in FY25 was largely due to a deferred-tax gain rather than operational performance.
**Governance and Compliance Red Flags**
Repeated audit qualifications have been highlighted as a potential red flag. From FY22 to FY24, WeWork India reported material weaknesses in internal controls, including poor vendor documentation and issues with related-party transparency. Moreover, the promoters face several pending enforcement proceedings under the aegis of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), the Enforcement Directorate (ED), and the Prevention of Corruption Act, spotlighting serious governance concerns.
### Market Risks: Dependence on the WeWork Brand
InGovern also flagged WeWork India’s dependence on the WeWork Global brand as a critical risk factor. The company operates under a 99-year license, which is contingent on promoter control and regulatory compliance. Any conviction or significant change in promoters could jeopardize these brand rights, posing an existential threat to the business model.
### Despite Concerns, Strong Anchor Participation
Despite these multiple concerns, the IPO attracted strong anchor investor interest, raising ₹1,348 crore from 67 investors including well-known names like ICICI Prudential Mutual Fund and HDFC Mutual Fund.
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**Takeaway:** While WeWork India’s IPO garnered a solid market response, investors should carefully weigh the significant financial, governance, and structural risks highlighted by InGovern before making investment decisions.
https://www.newsbytesapp.com/news/business/wework-india-s-3-000cr-ipo-under-ingovern-s-scanner-here-s-why/story
**Paytm Launches AI Soundbox for Small Businesses: How It Works**
*By Dwaipayan Roy | Oct 07, 2025, 08:03 PM*
Paytm has introduced the AI Soundbox, a revolutionary device designed to help small and medium enterprises (SMEs) streamline their daily operations and payments more efficiently. The new product was unveiled at the Global Fintech Festival 2025, marking a significant step forward in bringing advanced technology to India’s business landscape.
### What Is the AI Soundbox?
The AI Soundbox is an enhanced version of Paytm’s popular payment Soundbox series. What sets this device apart is its conversational AI capability, allowing merchants to interact in 11 Indian languages. This feature makes business transactions and management more accessible for a diverse range of users across the country.
### Enhanced Features for Business Intelligence
Beyond handling payments, the AI assistant embedded in the Soundbox can answer queries related to payments, sales trends, and overall business performance. Paytm describes the device as a “business intelligence assistant,” providing real-time insights that help merchants make informed decisions without needing complex software.
The Android-based device features dual screens—one displays payment updates, while the other facilitates easy interaction with the AI assistant. It supports dynamic QR codes alongside tap and insert card transactions, ensuring versatile payment options for customers.
### Transforming Small Businesses with AI
The AI Soundbox is aimed at empowering India’s extensive network of small businesses, from local kirana stores to cafes and retail chains. By integrating artificial intelligence into everyday business interactions, Paytm hopes to simplify operations and enhance business intelligence at the grassroots level.
Vijay Shekhar Sharma, Founder and CEO of Paytm, highlighted that this launch signals a new era of intelligent devices tailored for businesses across India.
### Reliable Connectivity for Smooth Operations
Equipped with Wi-Fi connectivity, the AI Soundbox assures stable performance for indoor settings such as restaurants and supermarkets. Additionally, 4G support is built-in to maintain seamless transaction processing in outdoor or high-traffic areas.
With this launch, Paytm continues to innovate in the fintech space by providing accessible and smart technology solutions that cater specifically to the needs of India’s small and medium enterprises.
https://www.newsbytesapp.com/news/science/paytm-introduces-ai-soundbox-for-smes-here-s-what-it-offers/story
