FIRSTALK

FIRSTALK

Welcome to FIRSTALK- Knowledge Speaks, Wisdom Listens presented by IDFC FIRST Private- IDFC FIRST Bank. Hosted by Vikas Sharma, Head - Wealth Management & Private Banking at IDFC FIRST Bank, the podcast focuses on the fascinating journey of India's global economy as it emerges as a superpower. From its post-independence struggles to its current position as one of the world’s fastest-growing economies, India has undergone significant changes over the decades. As a result, India is not only becoming a key player in global supply chains but also influencing international trade dynamics. The interplay between domestic policies and global trends—like central bank decisions and monetary policies—playing a critical role in shaping investment landscapes and portfolio strategies. This backdrop sets the stage for insightful discussions on the podcast, where industry experts will share their perspectives on how India's evolving story impacts investment opportunities and financial strategies in an increasingly interconnected world.

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July 17, 2025 40 mins

In this powerful and insightful episode of the First Talk podcast by IDFC First Private, host Vikas Sharma sits down with Radhika Gupta, MD & CEO of Edelweiss Asset Management, to decode the mind and mission of one of India’s most dynamic financial leaders.

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Swarup Mohanty, Vice Chairman & CEO of Mirae Asset India, sheds light on India's economy reaching an inflection point, a structural shift leading to unprecedented growth opportunities, the country’s consumption pattern evolving from lower and middle income to higher-middle income, the financialization of savings, and the revolution in digital infrastructure. He shares these insights while joining Vikas Sharma, Head of Wea...

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In the latest episode of IDFC FIRST Private's FIRSTALK, Vikas Sharma, Head of Wealth Management & Private Banking at IDFC FIRST Bank, engages in a fascinating conversation with Sunil Singhania, the visionary founder of Abakkus Asset Manager. 

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February 12, 2025 41 mins

In the second episode of IDFC FIRST Private's FIRSTALK, our host Mr. Vikas Sharma, Head of Wealth Management & Private Banking at IDFC FIRST Bank, interacts with Saurabh Mukherjea, Founder of Marcellus Investment Managers.

In this insightful conversation, they explore the idea that investing is not just about number crunching, but an art form that evolves over time. They also delve into the Indian obse...

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In the first episode of IDFC FIRST Private's FIRSTALK host Vikas Sharma, Head of Wealth Management & Private Banking at IDFC FIRST Bank, speaks to Nilesh Shah, Managing Director of Kotak Mahindra Asset Management. They discuss the Great India Story and India's global growth, particularly with recent changes in capital gain taxation, policy reforms and more.

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November 8, 2024 49 secs

Welcome to FIRSTALK- Knowledge Speaks, Wisdom Listens presented by IDFC FIRST Private- IDFC FIRST Bank. Hosted by Vikas Sharma, Head - Wealth Management & Private Banking at IDFC FIRST Bank, the podcast focuses on the fascinating journey of India's global economy as it emerges as a superpower. From its post-independence struggles to its current position as one of the world’s fastest-growing economies, India has undergone ...

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