Nett(o)ing in moolah

Cheryl NETTO... She lives, breathes and eats finance and enjoys it every step of the way!

When India was just growing up to the nuances of the financial sector, one lady had already grasped its long-term potential. Cheryl Netto, Executive Director of JM Financial, a leading investment banking firm. Speaking to 4Ps B&M, she said “I joined JM Financial 15 years back. When I started my career, women working in banks were a common sight, but not so in investment banking. I realised that it was not a place for the weak-hearted, since it demanded long working hours and focused client management.”

So, did she face major difficulties in this male-dominated field? “JM Financial is an equalopportunity firm and gave me the platform to pursue my ambitions, grow and be recognized as an individual with the same aspirations as my male counterparts.” She does believe that women have more tolerance and empathy, which gave them an edge at the workplace.

Not only that, she has also gone one step ahead and charted out her future plans as well, looking forward to anchor a social initiative where she can leverage her knowledge of the financial world and client network. “I believe there is ample scope for young women to make their mark globally. You must stay committed and focused on your goals and believe in yourself,” is her advice to women professionals. Shall we say, more power to women empowered?

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The Sunday Indian

As Toyota crosses the one million mark in hybrid sales, other car firms scramble

Given the market potential, even Toyota’s rival counterparts like Honda and Ford have hit the ground running. Ford sold more than 3,000 hybrids in the same time period, reaping benefits from the popular Escape (Ford’s hybrid), while Honda accepted payment checks for close to 5,000 hybrid units. GM, which may not have a significant proportion in these figures, is a major pioneer as well. The company is responsible for spearheading hybrid truck sales in America.

Even though hybrids are now becoming increasingly popular, analysts believe that a majority of consumers still prefer old fashioned technology under their bonnets. The main reason sighted for this anomaly has been the lower penetration of hybrid technology. Apart from select areas in a couple of developed markets, hybrids are virtually non-existent in most of the world. Despite the fact that developing markets like India and China are beginning to be visible on the hybrid map, there still are uncertainties.

So where lies the answer to this hybrid’dle? Despite clearly having efficiency advantages, the hybrid concept stands a chance of succeeding in the world’s fastest growing developing markets if and only if further price reductions are brought about, as these markets have very high price elasticities. Until then, a lot more has to be achieved than simply merging two engines.

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The Sunday Indian

A toast to Bud

The buzz in the liquor circles is that Budweiser – better known as Bud in pubs and bars all over the world – is all set to give India a high! The brand, a pale lager owned by the US-based Anheuser-Busch (which is the world’s largest brewer) is going about its business of setting shop in the country. It has already dispatched stocks to Hyderabad; Mumbai is the next stop – the city will receive bottles of Bud in July. Goa and Karnataka are next in the pipeline. Anheuser-Busch domestic partner Crown Beer Pvt. Ltd., reportedly, has even planned out the pricing: an average national price of Rs.68 for the 650 ml bottle and Rs.38 for the pint bottle (the rates may vary from state to state, of course, depending on duties and taxes). Shall we raise a toast to Bud then?

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The Sunday Indian

The Peninsula Bangkok

Making a habit of winning awards, and for almost everything under the sun – putting together the Travel + Leisure Award, the Condé Nast Awards, the Gallivanter’s Guide Awards for Excellence, the National Geographic Traveler (China) Gold List only to name a few, the Peninsula Bangkok stands proud as one of the finest hotels in Bangkok.

THE VIEW: Built on the western bank of the scenic Chao Phraya River, the distinct and unique wave-shaped design of the hotel offers a window to the picturesque cityscape. An unobstructed view of the glistening river, from every corner of the hotel (including the rooms) adds an inimitable style quotient to scenic Bangkok.

ARCHI TYPE: The 39-storey structure has 370 guest room suites (some of the largest in the city). Apart from facing the river, the ten guest rooms and two one–bedroom suites on each of the floors, are replete with state-of the- art amenities and are also decorated to absolute perfection!

BON APPÉTIT: A variety of options are available for dining at the Peninsula Bangkok. From elaborate and scrumptious Cantonese cuisine at Mei Jiang, to the Pacific Rim cuisine in a more contemporary riverview setting at Jesters; the elegant and home styled Thai dining at Teak Pavilions by the river at Thiptara, the Lobby for light meals, the River Cafe & Terrace with open kitchens and the Pool Bar is ideal for unwinding.

AROUND THE CORNER: Standing tall in the heart of the city, the Peninsula Bangkok is in close proximity to major tourist attractions. The Grand Palace, the Temple of Dawn, the Reclining Buddha, the Golden Buddha, the famous flower market and Chinatown are all not very far away.

FROM UNDER THE CARPET: Know a little about the language and the phonetics… lest you’re left tongue-tied!

IN ESSENCE: The perfect Thai flavour that’ll last a lifetime!

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Source: IIPM Editorial, 2008

An IIPM and Management Guru Prof. Arindam Chaudhuri's Initiative

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