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MF asset base rises by Rs 2 lakh crore in 2012

After two consecutive years of plunge, the mutual fund industry managed to register a smart turnover in 2012, with its assets base seen nearing Rs 8 trillion with an increase of about Rs two trillion this year.

Five changes your money went through in 2012

Your money life went through a few changes in 2012, thanks to regulators like the RBI, Sebi, IRDA and the income tax department.<br /><br /> Here's a quick list of the few changes that happened this year in your money life.

FII inflow in equities reaches all-time high of $125 bn in 2012

Foreign investors seem to have embraced Indian stocks yet again with net inflows crossing Rs 1.2 lakh crore ($23 billion) in 2012 and taking their total cumulative investment in the country's equity market to an all-time high of $125 billion.

Online shopping soars to new heights in 2012; revenues touch $14 bn

People turned to the Internet to buy everything from diapers to books, houses and even groceries this year, pushing e-commerce revenues in the country to $14 billion with the possibility of even higher earnings in 2013.

Big bang FDI reforms likely to attract investments in 2013

The global financial uncertainties forced the government in 2012 to finally show animal spirit in liberalising FDI policy amidst objections from Opposition parties with as many as seven sectors being further opened up during the period.

India Inc to see strong deal momentum in 2013, say experts

the M&A deals announced by Indian companies have crossed Rs 2 trillion mark in 2012 and a stronger deal momentum is expected in 2013 on the back of various reform measures including easing of foreign investment caps.

Steel cos look to govt infra push, rate cut for demand pickup in 2013

The domestic steel industry, now reeling under a severe sluggish demand, is betting big on the government's infrastructure push and the expected easing of monetary policy by RBI as it goes past 2012, considered by manufacturers as "pretty tough".

Only excise cut, removal of fuel price anomaly can boost car sales

This year Indians who wanted to buy a car or a motorcycle dithered for multiple reasons. Inability to afford the vehicle of their choice, increasing cost of ownership and indecision over whether to buy a petrol or a diesel car.

Of FDI, Wal-Mart & controversies: 2012 was an eventful year for retail

The retail sector, where the government permitted foreign direct investment in multi-brand, courted controversies during the year with several opposition parties making it a political issue in Parliament.

Scams, legal battles and more: Taking stock of 2012

Here are a few key events that shaped the economic and political landscape of the country in 2012.