Imagine you want to open a small kirana shop in Pune or start a dosa stall in Chennai. You’ve saved some money, but it’s not quite enough to buy stock or essential equipment. You’ve thought about taking a loan, but the word “debt” makes you uneasy—like it’s something risky or hard to manage.Let me assure you: debt, when used wisely, can be a powerful tool to help your … [Read more...] about How to Use Debt to Grow Your Small Business in India: A Beginner’s Guide
Understanding a Company’s Income Statement: A Beginner’s Guide to Profitability Analysis
Imagine walking through a bustling vegetable market in Mumbai. You pause at a stall where a vendor is selling vibrant red tomatoes. At the end of the day, he counts the money he made, subtracts what he paid for the tomatoes, and calculates what's left — his profit.Now imagine this on a bigger scale. That basic idea is exactly what an income statement does for a company. … [Read more...] about Understanding a Company’s Income Statement: A Beginner’s Guide to Profitability Analysis
Beginner’s Guide to Reading a Balance Sheet: How to Decode a Business’s Financial Health
Have you ever thought, “What does a balance sheet actually show?” or “How can I use the balance sheet to know if a company is doing well?” You’re not the only one.For many beginners in India who are new to finance or investing, a balance sheet can look confusing—like a bunch of numbers and terms that don’t make much sense. But don’t worry—it’s not as hard as it … [Read more...] about Beginner’s Guide to Reading a Balance Sheet: How to Decode a Business’s Financial Health
Accounting Basics for Small Businesses in India: Your Friendly Guide
Have you ever thought, “Where is all the money from my business going?” or “Do I really need accounting for my small business?” If you run a small business, these questions probably sound familiar.Think of accounting like this: every day for your chai shop, you buy things like milk and sugar, serve customers, and then count how much money came in and went out. That’s the … [Read more...] about Accounting Basics for Small Businesses in India: Your Friendly Guide
10 Limitations of Fundamental Analysis Every Beginner Investor Should Know
Imagine you're learning to cook. You’ve found the best masala recipe, and you’ve bought fresh ingredients. But even with the perfect recipe, can you become a master chef overnight?Of course not.The same applies to fundamental analysis in stock investing. It’s a powerful tool that helps you understand the real value of a company—just like tasting a dish before serving. … [Read more...] about 10 Limitations of Fundamental Analysis Every Beginner Investor Should Know