The exponential growth in markets and investment activity has also led to a surge in the number of traders.

These are the skilled craftsmen of the trade, one ear firmly on the ground of India Inc the other on the reverberations of money movements. The massive growth brings its shares of opportunities but also challenges in terms of regulations, tech innovations and newer risks. The world of F&O has especially been in the news for its ballooning numbers as well as losses. How does a trader navigate?

Join ET markets editor Nishanth Vasudevan as he talks about all this and more with

Piyush Chaudhry, founder of Wave Analytics and Prashant Shah, founder and CEO, Definedge Solutions. Only on the latest episode of ET Wealth and Beyond.

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About ET Wealth & Beyond: In partnership with The Economic Times, BSE presents the "Wealth and Beyond" podcast, a six-episode series designed to demystify the rules of investor engagement, awareness, and protection. As retail investor participation surges, navigating the complexities of securities markets and making well-informed decisions is critical. This series will feature renowned market experts, who will share insights on The Art of Investing, Traps of Tip Trading, Navigating Futures and Options and more.

By addressing these key topics, this podcast series aims to equip retail investors with the knowledge and tools they need to protect their investments and thrive in today’s markets. As securities markets evolve and the number of retail investors skyrockets, there is a need for greater awareness around investor rights, market structures, and the growing array of investment products. Investors today have access to a variety of information channels but are often exposed to unsolicited advice and promises of quick gains, leading to potential pitfalls. This series will help Educate Investors, Promote Market Integrity, Enhance Market Confidence.

Tune in to the "Wealth & Beyond" podcast series and empower yourself with the knowledge to navigate today’s financial markets responsibly.

About BSE: BSE Ltd., India’s leading exchange group, is celebrating its 150th year anniversary this year. BSE has been playing a prominent role in developing the Indian capital market. BSE is a corporatized and demutualized entity, with a broad shareholder base. BSE provides an efficient and transparent market for trading in multiple asset classes including, equity, equity derivatives, currency derivatives, commodity derivatives, interest rate derivatives, SME, startups and debt instruments.

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More and more women are stepping into top leadership roles at Indian tech cos, primarily at Indian units of global tech firms. Recent high-profile appointments highlight a reversal of the long-standing narrative of gender disparity at the executive level. While global tech giants are making strides with Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives, the question remains: are Indian IT firms keeping pace? How has the rise of GCCs contributed to this trend, and what do the workforce participation numbers reveal? Host Dia Rekhi talks to Munira Loliwala, VP of Growth and Strategy at TeamLease Digital and Harish Bijoor, Brand and Business Strategist as they unpack these questions and explore how the industry can close the gender gap at the highest levels.

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Check out Dia’s other interesting episodes like: The Economics of Terror, Devious Genius: The “Digital Arrests” Scam Pt 1 & Pt 2, India's CCTV Crackdown, 'Apple' Ripe for Picking, Behind CCI’s Allegations Against Amazon, Flipkart, Can Hosur be a Jamshedpur Plus?, and more!

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Body positivity–which once held the promise of being a revolutionary movement that redefined beauty standards and empowered millions to embrace self-love–is now facing an unexpected challenge–the rise of weight loss drugs like Ozempic.

As these drugs dominate global markets and reshape perceptions of “ideal” body types, their ripple effects are being felt across industries. From shrinking plus-size influencers to shifting apparel trends, from mental health implications of these transformations to the deeper societal questions they raise – what does the future hold for body positivity?

In this episode of The Morning Brief, host Shabori Das navigates cultural and commercial crossroads with candid insights from plus-size influencer Neelakshi Singh, fashion entrepreneur Kartik Sapra, marketing expert Denish Shah, and aesthetician Pauline Brown. Together, they unpack the evolving dynamics of beauty, business, and self-worth.

Is the body positivity movement on the wane? Or can it survive the sweeping changes brought about by these new “miracle” drugs? Tune in to find out.

If you like this episode from Shabori Das, check out her other interesting episodes on: Corner Office Conversation With Ipsita Das, Managing Director, Moët Hennessy India, Sephora Kids: Why are Children Buying Anti-Ageing Creams, Quick Commerce vs E-Commerce - The Need for Speed in Retail, Decoding Doom Spending and Loud Budgeting, The Commerce of Concerts: All Play No Profits? and more!

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