Commodity futures as a risk reduction and investment instrument

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Indian project   |   03/21/2009   |   .doc   |   58 pages
Document abstract : «The Indian financial system consists of many institutions, instruments and markets. Financial instruments range from the common coins, currency notes and cheques, to the more exotic futures swaps of high finance. The regulatory institutions are the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Definition of Indian financial system. Types of Indian financial system. Organized sector. Unorganized sector. Securities and exchange board of India (SEBI). SEBI guidelines for commodity futures trading. Regulatory framework in...»

The impact of advertisement on the buying behavior with reference to the consumer durables

Business & market   |   Marketing   |   Theses   |   03/21/2009   |   .doc   |   47 pages
Document abstract : «The consumer durable industry in the past few years has seen tremendous growth. Advancements in the technology, government support and increased level of interest among the private players into the industry has given rise to the healthy competition...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Theoritical background of the study. Advertising and advertisements. Advertisers. Advertising agencies. Support organization. Media. Consumers. Advertising as marketing tool. Role of advertising in modern business world. Industry...»

Operational risk management: Implementing a Bayesian Network for foreign exchange and money market settlement

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Theses   |   03/23/2009   |   .doc   |   114 pages
Document abstract : «Recent Financial scandals in the banking industry have caused considerable attention to be focused on operational risk. This is because an analysis of some of these scandals reveals that the underlying causes of these huge Financial losses are due...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Motivation and Problem Description. Objectives of the research. Outline of the thesis. Operational risk, foreign exchange and money market. Basel II, operational risk. Review of operational risk methods. Models for quantification and...»

Globalization and the unmarked inclination in the Indian banking sector

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Term papers   |   03/24/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «The banking sector is in a transitional mode moving towards a vibrant global market and sophisticated information technology. Due to this changing scenario, banks are paying more attention to expanding their activities from just lending and...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Information technology. Application of information technology. Benefits of E-banking services. Reasons for poor achievement. Conclusion . Bibliography....»

Foreign direct investment: Problems and challenges in the present corporate world

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Term papers   |   03/24/2009   |   .doc   |   11 pages
Document abstract : «In the present emerging global economy, the nature of the foreign investment has to be generally motivated by various favorable business environments accelerated by globalization, liberalization as well as privatization of capital flows which have...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Nature of trade and investment. Types of foreign investment in India. Foreign direct investment. Wholly owned subsidiary. Joint venture. Acquisition. Portfolio investment. Investment by FIIs. Investment by GDRs, FDRs, FCCBs. Factors...»

The implementation of information technology towards agricultural development: New initiatives and strategies

Economics & finance   |   Economics   |   Indian project   |   03/24/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «After the initiation of liberalization reforms of 1990's, rise of new economy stocks or sunshine sector in the Indian economy great changes had taken place throughout the nation. The entry of corporate in areas of public sector dominance,...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Present status of technology transfer in agricultural sector. Information Technology in agricultural sector. Expert systems. E-mail. Electronic journals. Rural Problems in using Information Technology. Strategies for effective...»

An empirical investigation of the relationship between dividend and price of shares of IT companies in India

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Term papers   |   03/24/2009   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «This paper attempts to identify the relationship between the price of shares and dividend policy of companies operating in global competitive world. So researcher has selected the most competitive and fastest growing industry of India which has...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Broader objectives of the study. Research methodology. Analysis of share price and dividend relationship through T-test. Findinds and suggestions of the study. Limitations of the study. Bibliography. Con...»

A look at the Value Added Tax in India

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Term papers   |   03/24/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «Unlike the erstwhile single point or cascade type of sales tax system, Value Added Tax (VAT) is a multi-point sales tax levied on the value added to goods with set-off for tax paid on purchases (inputs) and capital goods. What this means is that the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Concept of VAT. Underlying priciples of VAT. Modus-operandi of VAT. Advantages of VAT. Disadvantages of VAT. Bibliography. Conclusion....»

Indian securities market and the role of Sharekhan

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Indian project   |   03/25/2009   |   .doc   |   74 pages
Document abstract : «Securities market has essentially three categories of participants, namely the issuer of securities, investors in securities and the intermediaries, and two categories of products, namely the services of the intermediaries, the securities including...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The origin of the organization. The development of the organization. The fundamentals of stock market. Ten golden rules for investing. The basics of trading systems. The definition of offline trading system. Merits. Demerits. The...»

Investor behavior towards mutual funds with special reference to Reliance Capital Assets Management Ltd

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Research papers   |   03/25/2009   |   .doc   |   48 pages
Document abstract : «The economy of a country is highly influenced by the Financial System of the country. The Indian Financial System has been broadly divided into two segments: the organized and the unorganized segments. An investor has a wide array of investment...»

Synopsis abstract : «Executive summary. Introduction to mutual funds. Types of mutual fund schemes. Schemes according to function. Schemes according to portfolio. Advantages of Systematic Investment Plan (SIP). Advantages of mutual funds. Drawbacks of mutual...»

A report on Spykar Lifestyle Private Limited

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Theses   |   03/25/2009   |   .doc   |   34 pages
Document abstract : «Production of denim fabric has doubled over the last five years in Indian sub continent, from 250 million square meters to almost 500 million meters today, and is expected to go up over the next two years. Fabric makers are finding the situation...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Industry overview. Major players. Top ten companies. Company overview. Company history & development. Pioneers of the company. Milestone of the company. Functional areas of the company. Marketing department. Finance...»

A critical analysis of the investment patterns of people: A study of Standard Chartered mutual fund

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Theses   |   03/25/2009   |   .doc   |   72 pages
Document abstract : «Mutual funds are one of the most important segments of the financial system of the country. The financial system consists of financial institutions, banks, investment bodies, the capital market and money market intermediary instrument used in the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Objectives of mutual fund. Types of mutual fund. NAV concepts and its calculations. Recent trends in mutual fund industry. Investment trends. Company profile - Standard Chartered. Overview of Standard Chartered. Establishments of...»

External commercial borrowing

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Theses   |   03/26/2009   |   .doc   |   31 pages
Document abstract : «The basic objective of the research project is to explore all the possible sources of raising a foreign currency loan and compare the cost advantages for the corporate on raising such a loan. The project also studies the available hedging mechanisms...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. External Commercial Borrowing (ECB). ECB schemes. Methods of raising ECBs. Concept of Withholding Tax. FCNR (B) loans. Framework of the study. Hedging mechanisms for the foreign currency borrowing. Currency derivative...»

Ready garment export after the multi fiber agreement with a reference to India

Economics & finance   |   Economics   |   Research papers   |   03/26/2009   |   .doc   |   31 pages
Document abstract : «The foundations of the Indian textile trade with other countries began as early as the second century BC. The silk fabric was a popular item of Indian exports to Indonesia around the 13th century, where these were used as barter for spices. Towards...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Industry profile. Research methodology. The structure of the textile and clothing sector. Globalization and garment industry in India. The cost structure of the clothing industries, selected countries. The cost structure of the textile...»

World organic foods market & export potentials of Indian exporters

Economics & finance   |   Economics   |   Term papers   |   03/26/2009   |   .doc   |   12 pages
Document abstract : «The world economy is showing signs of a stable growth. The trading pattern is going through a sea change as the dominance of US economy over the world is reducing. The world is divided into 3 major trading compartments like, US & allied countries,...»

Synopsis abstract : «Executive summary. Overview. What is organic food?. Why we should be interested in it?. World economy overview. Organic food market - trends, future projections & major players. Major markets. Europe. US and North American markets. Japanese...»

A study into mutual funds

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Term papers   |   03/30/2009   |   .doc   |   15 pages
Document abstract : «The mutual fund industry is a lot like the film star of the finance business. Though it is perhaps the smallest segment of the industry, it is also the most glamorous - in that it is a young industry where there are changes in the rules of the game...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Characteristics of mutual funds. Advantages of mutual funds. Disadvantages of mutual funds. Structure of mutual funds. Classification of mutual funds. Frequently used terms. An overview of traditional life. Features of traditional...»

Keeping records and its importance in finance

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Research papers   |   03/30/2009   |   .doc   |   35 pages
Document abstract : «Finance is recorded as the life blood of a business enterprise. This is because in the modern money-oriented economy finance is one of the basic foundations of all kinds of economic activities. It is the master key which provides access to all the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. An overview of profit analysis. Cost control. Pricing. Forecasting feature profits. Measuring the cost of control. Objectives and methodology of the study. Conceptual definition of the study. Study area. A complete ratio...»

A look at the financial performance of a property developer group

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Term papers   |   03/31/2009   |   .doc   |   58 pages
Document abstract : «Due to ongoing advancements in technology, new legislation, and other innovation, the field of finance is rapidly changing. Introduction to finance develops the three components of finance in an interactive framework that is consistent with the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction to finance. Business finance. Aims of finance. Financial statements. Definition . Objectives of financial statements. Types of financial statements. Characteristics of ideal financial statement. Importance of financial statements. Users...»

Analysis of the banking sector with respect to six banks: Public sector & private sector

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Indian project   |   03/31/2009   |   .doc   |   19 pages
Document abstract : «In this project six banks are taken on the basis of highest profits after tax. Three Banks are from the Public Sector and three from the Private Sector. First comes an analysis of the banking system which tells you about the Basel II norms which are...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Objective of the study. Main objective. Sub objective. Hypothesis and method of study. Research methodology. Data collection technique. Indian banking industry profile. Major reforms undertaken by the industry. Micro economic scenario...»

A closer look at Covansys with special reference to ITES sector in India

Business & market   |   Management   |   Theses   |   04/01/2009   |   .doc   |   100 pages
Document abstract : «Incorporated in 1985, Covansys Corporation is a global technology services company with a focus on industry-specific solutions, strategic outsourcing and integration services. It addresses the most challenging technology issues companies are facing...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Organizational study. Study of the problem. Some of the leading players of the industry. About Covansys. Mission. Values. Awards and certification. SWOT analysis. Service categories and core competencies . Covansys' focus. The key...»

A study of behavioral finance in the Indian stock exchange

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Indian project   |   04/01/2009   |   .doc   |   32 pages
Document abstract : «Much of economic and financial theory is based on the notion that individuals act rationally and consider all available information in the decision-making process. However, researchers have uncovered a surprisingly large amount of evidence that this...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. An overview of behavioral finance. Objectives of the study. Sources of information. Limitations of the study. Profile of Hyderabad Stock Exchange. Investing in Securities Market. Industry profile. Historical...»

A study on the futures trading at Kotak Securities Ltd

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Indian project   |   04/01/2009   |   .doc   |   47 pages
Document abstract : «Kotak Securities Ltd. is India's leading stock broking house with a market share of around 8%. Kotak Securities Ltd. has been the largest in IPO distribution. The accolades that Kotak Securities has been graced with include Finance Asia Award...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Company profile. History. Main areas of business. Various services. Methodology of the study. Need for the study. objectives. Concept of futures contract and futures trading. History. Advantages of futures trading in India. Comparison...»

An in-depth project on Barclay's Finance

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Term papers   |   04/01/2009   |   .doc   |   14 pages
Document abstract : «A financial system is the most important institutional and functional vehicle for the economic transformation of any country. Banking sector is reckoned as a hub and barometer of the financial system. As a pillar of the economy, this sector plays a...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction (industry profile). The changing paradigm of banking. Economic scenario at a global level. The company profile. Nature of business. Background and inception. Vision , mission and quality policy. Services provided by Barclays...»

Mutual funds and other investment opportunities: Franklin Templeton Investments

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Indian project   |   04/01/2009   |   .doc   |   38 pages
Document abstract : «Savings form an important part of the economy of any nation. With the savings invested in various options available to the people, money acts as the driver for growth of the country. Indian financial scene too presents a plethora of avenues to the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Industry profile. Company profile. Vision. Organizational structure. Product profile. Mutual Funds vs other investment opportunities. Mutual Funds in general. Organization of a Mutual Fund company. Advantages. Types. Other investment...»

The impact of the US sub prime crisis on the Indian economy with specific reference to the service industry

Economics & finance   |   Economics   |   Term papers   |   04/01/2009   |   .doc   |   21 pages
Document abstract : «The main objective of the project is to study the ripple effect of the sub prime mortgage crisis in US and its impact on Indian service industry. The paper includes a study on sub prime, causes for the sub prime mortgage crisis, effect of the crisis...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Objectives of the study. Methodology of the study. A study on sub prime. Causes for the sub prime mortgage crisis. Impact of Sub prime crisis in US economy. Various case studies. Sub prime mortgage crisis impact on Indian service...»

Managing the global supply chain: A risk measurement perspective

Business & market   |   Management   |   Theses   |   04/01/2009   |   .doc   |   43 pages
Document abstract : «The end of the last millennium and the beginning of the new millennium has seen supply chain management emerge as a new management paradigm and a source of competitive advantage. This is especially true in a global marketplace where "getting the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Importance of Global Supply Chain. A framework. Current practices. Emerging technologies and Global Supply Chain Management (GSCM). RFID (Radio Frequency Identification Devices) and GSCM. Drivers of globalization. Strategic...»

Market analysis of IPO business in India

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Market study   |   04/01/2009   |   .doc   |   27 pages
Document abstract : «Like several other goods, which require a market place for buyers & sellers to come together, shares, too need a market where they can be sold & bought. The markets where shares are sold bought are either primary market or secondary market. The...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Introduction to stock market. Primary market. Secondary market. BSE-Bombay stock exchange. Sensex-the barometer of indian capital markets. NSE-National stock exchange ...»

Banking and insurance: The money market

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Indian project   |   04/01/2009   |   .doc   |   26 pages
Document abstract : «The money market is a market for financial assets that are close substitutes for money. It is a market for overnight to short-term funds and instruments having a maturity period of one or less than one year. It is not a place (like the Stock...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Functions of the money market. Benefits of an efficient money market. The Indian money market. Steps to develop the money market in India. Money market instruments and centers. An overview of a treasury bill. Participants in the...»

Systems audit: Bombay Stock Exchange

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Indian project   |   04/01/2009   |   .doc   |   36 pages
Document abstract : «Indian capital markets have witnessed radical transformation during the short period of a decade. There is hardly any country in the world which has witnessed such massive changes in its capital market during such a short period. During the early...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction . Background study of the stock exchange. Importance of stock exchanges. Background study of the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE). Vision of BSE. Product and services offerered by BSE. Definitions and types of derivatives products. An...»

Standard Chartered mutual funds

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Term papers   |   04/01/2009   |   .doc   |   24 pages
Document abstract : «Mutual funds are a topic, which is of interest to both investors and academicians all over the world. Mutual Funds as a medium-to-long term investment option are preferred as a suitable investment option by investors. However, with so many market...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. An overview of Standard Chartered Bank . History. Standard Chartered Mutual Fund (SCMF). Other products and services. The equity schemes offered by Standard Chartered Mutual Funds . The debt schemes offered by Standard Chartered Mutual...»

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