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returns
Logistics Agri warehousing transformed into financial hubs with tech-driven oversight, unlocking institutional returns
A paradigm shift in agricultural warehousing is turning storage facilities into dynamic financial hubs. According to a report in The Hindu Business Line, tech-driven oversight—including scientific storage, real-time surveillance, and AI quality assessment—replaces traditional uncertainty, enabling secured collateral and predictable institutional returns for financiers and logistics operators.
Finance Godrej Agrovet shifts focus from revenue growth to earnings quality and returns
Godrej Agrovet is reshaping its portfolio to improve return on capital employed (ROCE) and reduce earnings volatility. The company deployed nearly ₹1,750 crore over two years and reported FY26 revenue of ₹10,233 crore with a 17.2% rise in profit before tax. Management now prioritises earnings quality and cash generation over revenue expansion.
Technology AI enters cost-conscious era as enterprises chase returns on investment
After two years of rapid AI deployment, enterprises are demanding measurable returns. Companies like Uber and Meta have introduced usage caps, while Indian firms expect a 45% increase in AI investment despite keeping budgets below 20% of IT spend. Experts warn that without proper measurement, AI spending risks becoming noise.
Finance India Offers Up to 9% Leverage on NRI Deposits, Guarantees Returns Over 7.1% to Bolster Forex Inflows
The Reserve Bank of India has authorized banks to extend loans against foreign-currency deposits from non-resident Indians, with leverage of up to 9 times and guaranteed returns of over 7.1%. The initiative aims to boost forex inflows and strengthen currency buffers, with potential inflows exceeding $80 billion. The move mirrors a 2013 taper tantrum strategy and complements other measures to support the rupee.