Kapindar Sharma
@kapindarsharma.bsky.social
Member of FPSB | Member of AAFM | Blogger | Writer | Entrepreneur | Investor
Why Lenskart’s Big Market Debut Lost Its Sparkle?
When the buzz around #Lenskart’s IPO peaked, many expected fireworks. One of India’s most-talked-about consumer-tech listings had everything going for it: brand recall, rapid growth, strong backing.
When the buzz around #Lenskart’s IPO peaked, many expected fireworks. One of India’s most-talked-about consumer-tech listings had everything going for it: brand recall, rapid growth, strong backing.
November 11, 2025 at 7:09 AM
Why Lenskart’s Big Market Debut Lost Its Sparkle?
When the buzz around #Lenskart’s IPO peaked, many expected fireworks. One of India’s most-talked-about consumer-tech listings had everything going for it: brand recall, rapid growth, strong backing.
When the buzz around #Lenskart’s IPO peaked, many expected fireworks. One of India’s most-talked-about consumer-tech listings had everything going for it: brand recall, rapid growth, strong backing.
Bira 91’s Bitter Brew: When the Tap Runs Dry
The craft-beer brand #Bira 91, once a darling of India’s startup scene, is now scrambling for cash.
The craft-beer brand #Bira 91, once a darling of India’s startup scene, is now scrambling for cash.
November 7, 2025 at 2:47 PM
Bira 91’s Bitter Brew: When the Tap Runs Dry
The craft-beer brand #Bira 91, once a darling of India’s startup scene, is now scrambling for cash.
The craft-beer brand #Bira 91, once a darling of India’s startup scene, is now scrambling for cash.
How BlackRock Got Blindsided by a $500 Million Fraud
When the world’s largest asset manager — #BlackRock — gives out a loan, you’d imagine layers of due diligence, teams of analysts, and airtight checks. But even giants can slip.
When the world’s largest asset manager — #BlackRock — gives out a loan, you’d imagine layers of due diligence, teams of analysts, and airtight checks. But even giants can slip.
November 6, 2025 at 2:17 PM
How BlackRock Got Blindsided by a $500 Million Fraud
When the world’s largest asset manager — #BlackRock — gives out a loan, you’d imagine layers of due diligence, teams of analysts, and airtight checks. But even giants can slip.
When the world’s largest asset manager — #BlackRock — gives out a loan, you’d imagine layers of due diligence, teams of analysts, and airtight checks. But even giants can slip.
The Curious Case of OYO’s Bonus CCPS — Reward or Red Flag?
The hospitality-tech company #OYO (Oravel Stays Ltd.) sent shock-waves through investor circles on 27 October 2025.
The hospitality-tech company #OYO (Oravel Stays Ltd.) sent shock-waves through investor circles on 27 October 2025.
November 3, 2025 at 4:11 AM
The Curious Case of OYO’s Bonus CCPS — Reward or Red Flag?
The hospitality-tech company #OYO (Oravel Stays Ltd.) sent shock-waves through investor circles on 27 October 2025.
The hospitality-tech company #OYO (Oravel Stays Ltd.) sent shock-waves through investor circles on 27 October 2025.
The Tax Change That Took the Spark Out of Infosys’ Big Buyback
Infosys unleashed its largest-ever buyback—₹18,000 crore at ₹1,800 per share—on September 11 2025.
Infosys unleashed its largest-ever buyback—₹18,000 crore at ₹1,800 per share—on September 11 2025.
October 31, 2025 at 5:09 AM
The Tax Change That Took the Spark Out of Infosys’ Big Buyback
Infosys unleashed its largest-ever buyback—₹18,000 crore at ₹1,800 per share—on September 11 2025.
Infosys unleashed its largest-ever buyback—₹18,000 crore at ₹1,800 per share—on September 11 2025.
Why Vedanta’s Grand Split Is Stuck in Limbo?
Vedanta’s plan to split itself into separate listed #businesses was supposed to be the tidy fix for a debt-heavy conglomerate.
Vedanta’s plan to split itself into separate listed #businesses was supposed to be the tidy fix for a debt-heavy conglomerate.
October 30, 2025 at 7:28 AM
Why Vedanta’s Grand Split Is Stuck in Limbo?
Vedanta’s plan to split itself into separate listed #businesses was supposed to be the tidy fix for a debt-heavy conglomerate.
Vedanta’s plan to split itself into separate listed #businesses was supposed to be the tidy fix for a debt-heavy conglomerate.
Vodafone Idea Gets a Lifeline — But Is It Enough?
The Supreme Court’s order on 27 October 2025 changed the legal map for #Vodafone Idea (Vi).
The Supreme Court’s order on 27 October 2025 changed the legal map for #Vodafone Idea (Vi).
October 28, 2025 at 4:35 AM
Vodafone Idea Gets a Lifeline — But Is It Enough?
The Supreme Court’s order on 27 October 2025 changed the legal map for #Vodafone Idea (Vi).
The Supreme Court’s order on 27 October 2025 changed the legal map for #Vodafone Idea (Vi).
India’s Banking Story Just Got a $3 Billion Boost
#Dubai-based Emirates NBD is set to buy a 60% stake in India’s RBL Bank for about $3 billion (₹26,850 crore) — the largest ever foreign investment into India’s banking sector.
#Dubai-based Emirates NBD is set to buy a 60% stake in India’s RBL Bank for about $3 billion (₹26,850 crore) — the largest ever foreign investment into India’s banking sector.
October 26, 2025 at 11:30 AM
India’s Banking Story Just Got a $3 Billion Boost
#Dubai-based Emirates NBD is set to buy a 60% stake in India’s RBL Bank for about $3 billion (₹26,850 crore) — the largest ever foreign investment into India’s banking sector.
#Dubai-based Emirates NBD is set to buy a 60% stake in India’s RBL Bank for about $3 billion (₹26,850 crore) — the largest ever foreign investment into India’s banking sector.
TATA–SP Breakup 2.0: Can a Share Swap Keep the Peace This Time?
#TATA Group & the Shapoorji Pallonji Groups are exploring a share swap solution to restructure their partnership — more than 18% equity held by SP might be exchanged for a basket of shares in listed TATA Companies.
#TATA Group & the Shapoorji Pallonji Groups are exploring a share swap solution to restructure their partnership — more than 18% equity held by SP might be exchanged for a basket of shares in listed TATA Companies.
October 19, 2025 at 6:31 AM
TATA–SP Breakup 2.0: Can a Share Swap Keep the Peace This Time?
#TATA Group & the Shapoorji Pallonji Groups are exploring a share swap solution to restructure their partnership — more than 18% equity held by SP might be exchanged for a basket of shares in listed TATA Companies.
#TATA Group & the Shapoorji Pallonji Groups are exploring a share swap solution to restructure their partnership — more than 18% equity held by SP might be exchanged for a basket of shares in listed TATA Companies.
Why SGB Demand Is Skyrocketing?
#Gold is touching all-time highs this festive season & investor interest in sovereign gold bonds is at a record. However, as demand surges and prices hit new peaks, SGBs are trading at large premiums on exchanges.
#Gold is touching all-time highs this festive season & investor interest in sovereign gold bonds is at a record. However, as demand surges and prices hit new peaks, SGBs are trading at large premiums on exchanges.
October 17, 2025 at 4:21 AM
Why SGB Demand Is Skyrocketing?
#Gold is touching all-time highs this festive season & investor interest in sovereign gold bonds is at a record. However, as demand surges and prices hit new peaks, SGBs are trading at large premiums on exchanges.
#Gold is touching all-time highs this festive season & investor interest in sovereign gold bonds is at a record. However, as demand surges and prices hit new peaks, SGBs are trading at large premiums on exchanges.
Why Fund Houses Paused New Silver ETF Inflows?
Top mutual funds (SBI, Kotak, Axis, Tata, UTI) have paused new lump-sum inflows into #Silver ETF FoFs to shield investors from steep local premiums caused by a big supply squeeze.
Top mutual funds (SBI, Kotak, Axis, Tata, UTI) have paused new lump-sum inflows into #Silver ETF FoFs to shield investors from steep local premiums caused by a big supply squeeze.
October 15, 2025 at 5:31 AM
Why Fund Houses Paused New Silver ETF Inflows?
Top mutual funds (SBI, Kotak, Axis, Tata, UTI) have paused new lump-sum inflows into #Silver ETF FoFs to shield investors from steep local premiums caused by a big supply squeeze.
Top mutual funds (SBI, Kotak, Axis, Tata, UTI) have paused new lump-sum inflows into #Silver ETF FoFs to shield investors from steep local premiums caused by a big supply squeeze.
Key Principles Governing Insurance Contracts
#Insurance is a financial contract built on legal and moral duties. These principles guide how policies work and protect both insurer and insured. Knowing them helps buyers make informed decisions and avoid claim disputes.
#Insurance is a financial contract built on legal and moral duties. These principles guide how policies work and protect both insurer and insured. Knowing them helps buyers make informed decisions and avoid claim disputes.
October 14, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Key Principles Governing Insurance Contracts
#Insurance is a financial contract built on legal and moral duties. These principles guide how policies work and protect both insurer and insured. Knowing them helps buyers make informed decisions and avoid claim disputes.
#Insurance is a financial contract built on legal and moral duties. These principles guide how policies work and protect both insurer and insured. Knowing them helps buyers make informed decisions and avoid claim disputes.
Smart Ways to Handle Personal Financial Risks
#Life is full of risks, big and small. Some are minor, like losing a wallet, and can be ignored. Others, like illness or job loss, have serious financial impact. These need careful planning and strategies to manage effectively.
#Life is full of risks, big and small. Some are minor, like losing a wallet, and can be ignored. Others, like illness or job loss, have serious financial impact. These need careful planning and strategies to manage effectively.
October 7, 2025 at 4:30 AM
Smart Ways to Handle Personal Financial Risks
#Life is full of risks, big and small. Some are minor, like losing a wallet, and can be ignored. Others, like illness or job loss, have serious financial impact. These need careful planning and strategies to manage effectively.
#Life is full of risks, big and small. Some are minor, like losing a wallet, and can be ignored. Others, like illness or job loss, have serious financial impact. These need careful planning and strategies to manage effectively.
Ask Before You Invest!
Most investors only ask about #returns. But sound investing starts with deeper questions—what you’re investing for, how long, and what risks you're willing to take. A high return means little if the product doesn’t suit your financial needs.
Most investors only ask about #returns. But sound investing starts with deeper questions—what you’re investing for, how long, and what risks you're willing to take. A high return means little if the product doesn’t suit your financial needs.
October 1, 2025 at 5:00 AM
Ask Before You Invest!
Most investors only ask about #returns. But sound investing starts with deeper questions—what you’re investing for, how long, and what risks you're willing to take. A high return means little if the product doesn’t suit your financial needs.
Most investors only ask about #returns. But sound investing starts with deeper questions—what you’re investing for, how long, and what risks you're willing to take. A high return means little if the product doesn’t suit your financial needs.
When Your Tax Refund Is Small, It Might Arrive Fast — Here’s Why
Many taxpayers worry about delays in income tax refunds. But if your #taxrefund amount is below ₹10,000, there’s a chance it could reach you ahead of larger ones—because the process is simpler.
Many taxpayers worry about delays in income tax refunds. But if your #taxrefund amount is below ₹10,000, there’s a chance it could reach you ahead of larger ones—because the process is simpler.
September 27, 2025 at 5:15 AM
When Your Tax Refund Is Small, It Might Arrive Fast — Here’s Why
Many taxpayers worry about delays in income tax refunds. But if your #taxrefund amount is below ₹10,000, there’s a chance it could reach you ahead of larger ones—because the process is simpler.
Many taxpayers worry about delays in income tax refunds. But if your #taxrefund amount is below ₹10,000, there’s a chance it could reach you ahead of larger ones—because the process is simpler.
Reconsidering Life Insurance Riders
A basic policy may not cover every risk. Riders offer add-on benefits to address real-life situations like disability or critical illness. They provide flexibility, enhance protection, & help customize coverage based on #personal needs.
A basic policy may not cover every risk. Riders offer add-on benefits to address real-life situations like disability or critical illness. They provide flexibility, enhance protection, & help customize coverage based on #personal needs.
September 23, 2025 at 4:30 AM
Reconsidering Life Insurance Riders
A basic policy may not cover every risk. Riders offer add-on benefits to address real-life situations like disability or critical illness. They provide flexibility, enhance protection, & help customize coverage based on #personal needs.
A basic policy may not cover every risk. Riders offer add-on benefits to address real-life situations like disability or critical illness. They provide flexibility, enhance protection, & help customize coverage based on #personal needs.
Why Annuity Plans Could Be Your Retirement Lifeline!
Retirement is freedom. But only if your money keeps working after you stop. That’s where #annuity plans come in—giving you guaranteed income for life, even when your salary stops.
Retirement is freedom. But only if your money keeps working after you stop. That’s where #annuity plans come in—giving you guaranteed income for life, even when your salary stops.
September 16, 2025 at 4:53 AM
Why Annuity Plans Could Be Your Retirement Lifeline!
Retirement is freedom. But only if your money keeps working after you stop. That’s where #annuity plans come in—giving you guaranteed income for life, even when your salary stops.
Retirement is freedom. But only if your money keeps working after you stop. That’s where #annuity plans come in—giving you guaranteed income for life, even when your salary stops.
Personal Accident Insurance Deserves More Attention!
You probably have health insurance. Maybe even life cover. But what if an accident leaves you injured—unable to work, earn, or function normally?
That’s where personal accident insurance steps in & yet, most people ignore it.
You probably have health insurance. Maybe even life cover. But what if an accident leaves you injured—unable to work, earn, or function normally?
That’s where personal accident insurance steps in & yet, most people ignore it.
September 9, 2025 at 4:32 AM
Personal Accident Insurance Deserves More Attention!
You probably have health insurance. Maybe even life cover. But what if an accident leaves you injured—unable to work, earn, or function normally?
That’s where personal accident insurance steps in & yet, most people ignore it.
You probably have health insurance. Maybe even life cover. But what if an accident leaves you injured—unable to work, earn, or function normally?
That’s where personal accident insurance steps in & yet, most people ignore it.
Gold vs. Dollar: Why People Are Stockpiling Before the Next Spike
Gold is rallying hard—surging ~34–38% year-to-date—driven by a weaker U.S. dollar, rate-cut hopes, geopolitical tension, and shrinking faith in traditional safe havens. #Gold #SafeHaven
Gold is rallying hard—surging ~34–38% year-to-date—driven by a weaker U.S. dollar, rate-cut hopes, geopolitical tension, and shrinking faith in traditional safe havens. #Gold #SafeHaven
September 8, 2025 at 2:30 AM
Gold vs. Dollar: Why People Are Stockpiling Before the Next Spike
Gold is rallying hard—surging ~34–38% year-to-date—driven by a weaker U.S. dollar, rate-cut hopes, geopolitical tension, and shrinking faith in traditional safe havens. #Gold #SafeHaven
Gold is rallying hard—surging ~34–38% year-to-date—driven by a weaker U.S. dollar, rate-cut hopes, geopolitical tension, and shrinking faith in traditional safe havens. #Gold #SafeHaven
The 10 Commandments for Every Equity Investor.
Equity investing can build wealth. But without the right mindset, it can also test your patience—and your wallet. These 10 simple rules are your survival guide in the wild world of markets.
#equityinvesting
Equity investing can build wealth. But without the right mindset, it can also test your patience—and your wallet. These 10 simple rules are your survival guide in the wild world of markets.
#equityinvesting
September 2, 2025 at 4:42 AM
The 10 Commandments for Every Equity Investor.
Equity investing can build wealth. But without the right mindset, it can also test your patience—and your wallet. These 10 simple rules are your survival guide in the wild world of markets.
#equityinvesting
Equity investing can build wealth. But without the right mindset, it can also test your patience—and your wallet. These 10 simple rules are your survival guide in the wild world of markets.
#equityinvesting
RBI Holds Fire, Watches the World
The RBI decided to keep interest rates unchanged at 5.50%. Instead of rushing into action, it prefers to wait and watch. Global uncertainty—from tariffs to geopolitics—means sudden moves could do more harm than good. #RBI #MonetaryPolicy
The RBI decided to keep interest rates unchanged at 5.50%. Instead of rushing into action, it prefers to wait and watch. Global uncertainty—from tariffs to geopolitics—means sudden moves could do more harm than good. #RBI #MonetaryPolicy
August 27, 2025 at 5:45 AM
RBI Holds Fire, Watches the World
The RBI decided to keep interest rates unchanged at 5.50%. Instead of rushing into action, it prefers to wait and watch. Global uncertainty—from tariffs to geopolitics—means sudden moves could do more harm than good. #RBI #MonetaryPolicy
The RBI decided to keep interest rates unchanged at 5.50%. Instead of rushing into action, it prefers to wait and watch. Global uncertainty—from tariffs to geopolitics—means sudden moves could do more harm than good. #RBI #MonetaryPolicy
Myths That Could Quietly Drain Your Wealth!
Investing sounds easy. Buy low, sell high, repeat. But in reality, a few common beliefs can quietly derail your journey—without you even realising it.
Let’s bust six big myths that hurt investors more than bad stocks ever could. #money
Investing sounds easy. Buy low, sell high, repeat. But in reality, a few common beliefs can quietly derail your journey—without you even realising it.
Let’s bust six big myths that hurt investors more than bad stocks ever could. #money
August 26, 2025 at 4:52 AM
Myths That Could Quietly Drain Your Wealth!
Investing sounds easy. Buy low, sell high, repeat. But in reality, a few common beliefs can quietly derail your journey—without you even realising it.
Let’s bust six big myths that hurt investors more than bad stocks ever could. #money
Investing sounds easy. Buy low, sell high, repeat. But in reality, a few common beliefs can quietly derail your journey—without you even realising it.
Let’s bust six big myths that hurt investors more than bad stocks ever could. #money
Health Insurance in India: A Beginner’s Survival Guide.
A medical emergency doesn’t just hit your health. It hits your savings too. One hospitalisation can wipe out lakhs. That’s why health insurance isn’t optional anymore—it’s essential. #medicalemergency
A medical emergency doesn’t just hit your health. It hits your savings too. One hospitalisation can wipe out lakhs. That’s why health insurance isn’t optional anymore—it’s essential. #medicalemergency
August 19, 2025 at 3:09 AM
Health Insurance in India: A Beginner’s Survival Guide.
A medical emergency doesn’t just hit your health. It hits your savings too. One hospitalisation can wipe out lakhs. That’s why health insurance isn’t optional anymore—it’s essential. #medicalemergency
A medical emergency doesn’t just hit your health. It hits your savings too. One hospitalisation can wipe out lakhs. That’s why health insurance isn’t optional anymore—it’s essential. #medicalemergency
What If You Ran Your Finances Like a Business?
We all know accounting as something businesses do. Ledgers. Balance sheets. Audits. But here’s a thought—what if you started accounting for your personal finances too?
#personalfinance
We all know accounting as something businesses do. Ledgers. Balance sheets. Audits. But here’s a thought—what if you started accounting for your personal finances too?
#personalfinance
August 12, 2025 at 3:27 AM
What If You Ran Your Finances Like a Business?
We all know accounting as something businesses do. Ledgers. Balance sheets. Audits. But here’s a thought—what if you started accounting for your personal finances too?
#personalfinance
We all know accounting as something businesses do. Ledgers. Balance sheets. Audits. But here’s a thought—what if you started accounting for your personal finances too?
#personalfinance
Thinking of exiting your equity portfolio? — Do it for the right reasons.
Markets fall. Nerves break. And the first instinct? “Let’s sell everything.” But exiting equities isn’t always the smartest move—unless you're doing it for the right reasons.
Markets fall. Nerves break. And the first instinct? “Let’s sell everything.” But exiting equities isn’t always the smartest move—unless you're doing it for the right reasons.
August 5, 2025 at 4:31 AM
Thinking of exiting your equity portfolio? — Do it for the right reasons.
Markets fall. Nerves break. And the first instinct? “Let’s sell everything.” But exiting equities isn’t always the smartest move—unless you're doing it for the right reasons.
Markets fall. Nerves break. And the first instinct? “Let’s sell everything.” But exiting equities isn’t always the smartest move—unless you're doing it for the right reasons.