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Welcome to Mint Podcast, your ultimate destination for insightful discussions on business, finance, and the economy. Stay ahead with the latest business news, financial insights, and expert opinions that shape markets and industries. Our podcast features in-depth analysis, exclusive interviews with top policy makers and business leaders, and compelling stories spanning across personal finance, technology, and economic trends. Under the Mint Podcast umbrella, we bring you a few powerhouse series: Top Of The Morning Founder Diaries Rollin’ with the Boss Mint Money Talks

  1. Markets at a Crossroads: Valuations, IPOs & the Next Cycle | Capital Compass

    6 HR AGO

    Markets at a Crossroads: Valuations, IPOs & the Next Cycle | Capital Compass

    Sponsored by Adfactors PR Are India’s capital markets entering a phase of correction or consolidation?In this episode of Capital Compass, Prashant Jain, Co-founder & CIO, 3P Investment Managers, breaks down where we are in the market cycle as we head into 2026—and what investors may be getting wrong.From the surge in small and midcaps to the reality behind IPO returns, this conversation unpacks the gap between expectations and fundamentals. Jain explains why valuations—not narratives—will determine outcomes, and why investors need to reset return expectations in a maturing market.The discussion also explores:Why small and midcaps may not deliver broad-based returnsThe real outlook for IPOs amid buoyant marketsWhere value lies today across sectorsHow domestic flows are reshaping market dynamicsIndia’s structural strength despite global volatilityAs narratives shift from momentum to fundamentals, the question is clear: are markets priced for reality—or still chasing optimism?Watch the full episode for a grounded, long-term view of India’s capital markets.Capital Compass brings you expert-led clarity on markets, policy and the economy - helping investors, professionals and business leaders make sense of complexity.Listen to the audio podcast on: Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music and more.Watch more episodes on Mint's YouTube channelHave questions or suggestions? Write to business@adfactorspr.com#IPO2026 #CapitalMarkets #IndianStockMarket #IPOIndia #EquityMarkets #Mint #CapitalCompass

    17 min
  2. From Profits to Valuations: How Indian Promoters Are Rewriting the Growth Playbook | Capital Compass

    27 MAR

    From Profits to Valuations: How Indian Promoters Are Rewriting the Growth Playbook | Capital Compass

    Sponsored by Adfactors PR India’s corporate landscape is seeing a clear shift — from a focus on cash flows to a sharper emphasis on valuations, governance and capital efficiency. In this episode of Capital Compass, host Ajaya Sharma speaks with Girish Vanvari, Founder at Transaction Square, on how promoters — particularly in the mid-market — are rethinking growth, capital raising and IPO readiness.   The conversation examines how businesses are preparing themselves for external capital, what investors expect today, and why governance and narrative-building have become central to valuation.   Key themes include: The shift from profit-first to valuation-driven thinking The role of governance in unlocking capital IPO pricing discipline and market trust Preparing businesses for public markets The rise of family offices in India Emerging sectors and capital allocation risks   As capital markets deepen, the rules of value creation are evolving — and so is the promoter mindset.   Watch the full episode to understand how India Inc is preparing for its next phase of growth.   Capital Compass brings you expert-led clarity on markets, policy and the economy - helping investors, professionals and business leaders make sense of complexity.   Listen to the audio podcast on: Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music and more. Watch more episodes on Mint's YouTube channel   Have questions or suggestions? Write to business@adfactorspr.com   #IPO2026 #CapitalMarkets #IndianStockMarket #IPOIndia #EquityMarkets #Mint #CapitalCompass

    22 min
  3. 13 MAR

    SME Boom: What’s Next for India’s SME Market in 2026? | Ajay Thakur | Capital Compass

    Sponsored by Adfactors PR India’s small and medium enterprises are emerging as one of the most powerful drivers of the country’s economic growth. In this episode of Capital Compass, host Ajaya Sharma speaks with Ajay Thakur from TGI SME Capital Advisors about the evolving landscape of India’s SME sector and what the outlook looks like for 2026. As more entrepreneurs from across India scale their businesses, SMEs are increasingly becoming a key pillar of the country’s economic expansion, innovation, and employment generation. In this conversation, we explore: • The rapid rise of SMEs in India • What is driving growth in the SME ecosystem • Opportunities and risks in the SME market • The role of capital markets and funding access • Why more founders are considering public markets • The outlook for the SME sector in 2026 and beyond With thousands of emerging businesses across Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities, India’s SME ecosystem is becoming a powerful engine of entrepreneurship and economic momentum. Watch the full conversation to understand where India’s SME story is headed next. Capital Compass brings you expert-led clarity on markets, policy and the economy - helping investors, professionals and business leaders make sense of complexity. Listen to the audio podcast on: Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music and more. Watch more episodes on Mint's YouTube channel Have questions or suggestions? Write to business@adfactorspr.com

    19 min
  4. IPO Checklist for Founders: How Tier 2 & Tier 3 Companies Are Winning in Public Markets

    6 MAR

    IPO Checklist for Founders: How Tier 2 & Tier 3 Companies Are Winning in Public Markets

    Sponsored by Adfactors PRIndia’s capital markets are undergoing a structural transformation.In this episode of Capital Compass, powered by Adfactors PR and presented by Mint, host Anisha Jain speaks to Bhavesh Shah, MD & Head, Investment Banking, Equirus Capital on:Why India raised ₹6 lakh crore in just 5 years compared to ₹4 lakh crore in the previous two decadesWhether 2026 could see another ₹2 lakh crore IPO waveHow ₹30,000 crore per month in SIP inflows is reshaping market predictabilityWhy reliance on foreign institutional investors has reducedThe rise of Tier 2 & Tier 3 city founders in public marketsWhy manufacturing could drive India’s next fundraising cycleThe “Say–Do Ratio” every IPO-bound founder must followPrivate equity exits, OFS debates, and retail investor participationBhavesh explains why equity markets are becoming the most aligned form of capital, how mutual funds are driving discipline in IPO pricing, and why differentiation and governance matter more than ever.Watch the full conversation to understand what’s driving India’s primary markets and what investors should watch out for.Capital Compass brings you expert-led clarity on markets, policy and the economy - helping investors, professionals and business leaders make sense of complexity.Listen to the audio podcast on: Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music and more.Watch more episodes on Mint's YouTube channelHave questions or suggestions? Write to us at business@adfactorspr.com#CapitalCompass #IPO2026 #IndianStockMarket #SIP #EquityMarkets #ManufacturingIndia #CapitalMarkets #Mint

    29 min
  5. From Traditional to New-Age IPOs: What’s Driving India’s Capital Market Rally? | Capital Compass

    27 FEB

    From Traditional to New-Age IPOs: What’s Driving India’s Capital Market Rally? | Capital Compass

    Sponsored by Adfactors PR Can India’s IPO momentum sustain into 2026? Or are we heading towards overheating?In Episode 4 of Capital Compass, host Anisha Jain speaks to Lakha Nair, MD & Head – Corporate Finance at Axis Capital, about:• The ongoing IPO surge• Whether valuations are stretched• Promoter cash-outs and OFS debates• Investor awareness & governance standards• The role of SEBI in new-age listings• Why 2026 could surpass previous records• What founders must get right before going publicFrom niche tech businesses to Tier 2 and Tier 3 entrepreneurs entering public markets, India’s capital markets are evolving rapidly.Is this a frenzy or a structural shift?Watch the full conversation to understand what’s driving India’s primary markets and what investors should watch out for.Capital Compass brings you expert-led clarity on markets, policy and the economy - helping investors, professionals and business leaders make sense of complexity.Listen to the audio podcast on: Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music and more.Watch more episodes on Mint's YouTube channelHave questions or suggestions? Write to us at business@adfactorspr.com#IPO #CapitalMarkets #IndianIPO #Valuations #CorporateGovernance #AxisCapital #CapitalCompass #Mint #InvestingIndiaPresented by Mint and powered by  @adfactorspr1912 , the podcast decodes where capital flows next and how India's economy, markets and policy environment are evolving in a rapidly changing global landscape.

    20 min

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Welcome to Mint Podcast, your ultimate destination for insightful discussions on business, finance, and the economy. Stay ahead with the latest business news, financial insights, and expert opinions that shape markets and industries. Our podcast features in-depth analysis, exclusive interviews with top policy makers and business leaders, and compelling stories spanning across personal finance, technology, and economic trends. Under the Mint Podcast umbrella, we bring you a few powerhouse series: Top Of The Morning Founder Diaries Rollin’ with the Boss Mint Money Talks

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