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COVER STORY

The Satyam Fiasco

-- VDMV Lakshmi and Alpa Sethia

The Satyam scandal has shaken the confidence of the owners and the stakeholders of the company across the globe. The investors even suspected the due diligence exercised by all the responsible entities associated with this company. Hence there is an immediate need to revise the corporate governance practices in India.

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ECONOMY

Dollar Hegemony : The Beginning of an End?

-- Pradeep Kumar Gupta

The US dollar has continued to remain the world's premier currency since the 1970s. This article argues that this dollar `hegemony' has been exploited by the US which is an unhealthy trend. It also examines if the current recession will pave way to end the dollar hegemony.

EQUITY

Vice Stocks : Losing Luster?

-- PS Sarath Chandra

Vice stocks, which are often considered as being recession-proof, are not living up to their reputation this time.

EQUITY

Straight Through Processing in the Indian Capital Markets

-- Vishal Mainkar

Indian capital markets have undergone many changes during the last decade. With changes happening in quick succession SEBI has been putting all its efforts to increase the efficiency and transparency of the markets. The exponential growth in trading volumes and increased settlement risks have pushed the need for Straight Through Processing making it a pre-requisite for the smooth functioning of the markets.

MUTUAL FUNDS

Best Funds to Invest

-- Rajni Sofat and Preeti Hiro

As we move into 2009, the level of pessimism among the investors is deepening and most expect it to be another tough year. However with the stimulus being given by the governments across the world, the investors must ensure to make the right investment choice now. This article puts forth mutual funds as an ideal choice and compares the performance of various funds.

DERIVATIVES

Currency Futures : Trends of Today and Forecasting of Tomorrow

-- Sumeet Gupta

In the present integrated business environment, entities irrespective of the nature of their business are impacted by currency risk. Currency futures have been introduced in the Indian markets to enable the businesses to hedge their foreign exchange risks. This article analyzes the current trends of the currency futures segment in India and forecasts its growth.

COMMODITY

The Crude Reality of Crude Oil

-- Puja Mehra

The price of crude oil touched a peak of $147 per barrel in mid-2008 and sent jitters across the world, resulting in high inflation and higher interest rates. However, from September 2008 the prices have dipped and have hovered around $50-$60 range due to the decline in the global demand and the global credit crisis. This article analyzes the factors responsible for the changes in the crude oil prices. It also predicts the future movement of the oil prices.

COMMODITY

Indian Energy Exchange : Bridging the Power Gap

-- Y Bala Bharathi, Sanjoy De and GP Mrudhula

With the launch of the first power bourse, Indian Energy Exchange, India has entered into the elite club of developed nations that possess a power exchange.

INDUSTRY

SPACs : Growing Prominence

-- Vajjhala Ratna

In the present volatile financial market conditions when access to liquidity is limited, special investment vehicles called SPACs are intensifying the competition for deals in the M&A landscape.