Indian firms slip in global ranking; four move out of Top-500
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Why in news
The FT Global 500 list reported a significant decline in the market value and rankings of Indian firms, with four companies moving out of the Top-500.
Background
The total market capitalization of 14 Indian companies on the FT Global 500 list dropped by $150 billion since December 2007 to approximately $440 billion. Reliance Industries (RIL) remains at rank 80, while state-run firms Indian Oil Corp (IOC) and Unitech have exited the list.
Facts for Prelims
- FactReliance Industries (RIL) is ranked 80th on the FT Global 500 list.
- FactThe total market capitalization of the 14 Indian companies listed dropped to approximately $440 billion.
- FactIndian Oil Corp (IOC) and Unitech have completely exited the FT Global 500 list.
- FactThe US topped the FT Global 500 list with 169 companies.
For Mains
Q. Analyze the factors contributing to the fluctuating market capitalization of Indian firms in global rankings and its implications for India's investment profile.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Market volatility: Impact of global macroeconomic shifts on the valuation of heavy-industry and state-run firms
- Capital flight: Assessing the correlation between domestic policy shifts and the decline in market capitalization since 2007
Keywords: Market Capitalization · Global Ranking · Investment Profile · State-run Enterprises · Economic Valuation
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