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The new United manager ended his first proper week in the job with a 1-1 draw away at Ipswich, which saw Marcus Rashford open the scoring inside 90 seconds. However, Ipswich equalised before half-time. It was a disappointing end to a busy week for Amorim, who saw his final media duties with Sky Sports interrupted by massive Ipswich fan Sheeran’s desire to greet Jamie Redknapp. Sheeran was heard quipping that “I don’t think (Amorim) wants to speak to me” before heading out of shot. Sheeran has since apologised, writing on Instagram: “Apologies if I offended Amorim yesterday, didn’t actually realise he was being interviewed at the time, was popping to say hi and bye to Jamie. Obvz feel a bit of a b***end but life goes on. Great game though, congrats on all involved x.” Amorim had earlier joked that he has spoken more in a week in Manchester than he did during four years with Sporting Lisbon. He said: “This week I spoke more to the media than I did in four years at Sporting. I just want to work with my players. Nothing more.” Amorim has asked United’s communications department to reduce his media responsibilities as he looks to spend more time with his new squad ahead of one of the busiest parts of the season. United host Bodo/Glimt in the Europa League on Thursday before Everton come to Old Trafford on Sunday. (© Standard)1 / 11 Quite a year it has been for the Nifty 50 index in 2024. The index has gained 9% so far this year. But there are some stocks that have made records, but not necessarily in a good connotation. Here is a look at some of these names: 2 / 11 Starting with the index heavyweight reliance industries. With a 5.5% drop so far this year, this may end up being the first year that reliance will deliver negative returns after 2014. Yet, the street remains bullish. Most analysts have a buy rating and targets range from ₹1,350 to as high as ₹1,950 on the stock. 3 / 11 On to India's largest paint company, Asian Paints. It wasn't a bad year until the last quarter results and the drop since then, has taken it to the worst calendar year on record for the company. In fact, since 2010, the stock has delivered negative annual returns only thrice, two of those years being 2022 and this one. Most analysts now have a sell call on the stock with targets ranging from ₹2,080 to as high as ₹3,750. 4 / 11 On the flip side, Trent has been a giant wealth creator and is also the top performer on the nifty this year. The stock doubled last year, doubled this year too and has had positive returns every year starting 2014. The street continues to remain bullish with targets hitting as high as ₹9,350. 5 / 11 Mahindra & Mahindra is a turnaround story and the stock has had its best year in terms of returns since 2009. The stock is up 70% this year so far and had gained close to 300% 15 years ago with only three negative annual returns in the interim. The street remains constructive. Price targets range between ₹2,700 to ₹3,700. 6 / 11 HDFC Bank has been delivering positive returns every year since 2013. But three of those last four years, the returns are in single digits. Yet, no analyst on the street has a sell rating on the stock with price targets ranging up to as high as ₹2,550. 7 / 11 FMCG is a sector that has disappointed this year and HUL is among those disappointment, with a 12% drop so far this year. This is the worst calendar year for the stock since 2004 and has delivered negative returns only four times since 2007. The street though remains optimistic on the stock with analysts giving price targets of up to ₹3,400. 8 / 11 Staying with consumption, Titan is set for its first negative calendar year returns after 2016. Gains since 2016 have ranged between 10% to as high as 150%. The street though, expects the stock to touch as high as ₹5,000 but the bears keep it at ₹2,819. 9 / 11 And rounding off the consumption theme is Nestle India. If HUL had its worst year since 2004, this is the worst for Nestle India since 2002. Only five time since 2002 has the MNC stock given negative calendar year returns. Most analysts have a hold rating on the stock with the highest price target of close to ₹2,900 rupees. 10 / 11 Banks make an appearance in this list with IndusInd bank. The stock is among the worst performer on the Nifty this year, down over 40%, and this is the fifth time in the last seven years that the stock has had negative returns. Yet, 37 analysts continue to maintain a buy rating on the stock with price targets ranging up to ₹1,950 rupees. 11 / 11 And lastly, despite all the newsflow this year and last, Adani Ports has managed a positive calendar year, the fifth time in a row it has done so. And analysts too have a near-consensus buy rating on the stock with price targets ranging close to ₹2,000 rupees apiece.Longest-lived US president was always happy to speak his mind
Arguably Pakistan’s most courageous politician, Benazir Bhutto survived three assassination attempts before being assassinated on December 27, 2007, shortly after addressing an election rally at the historic Liaquat Bagh in Rawalpindi. As former prime minister, she stood firm against terrorism and religious extremism, yet pursued reconciliation even with her staunchest political opponents as a way forward. Her politics of 'reconciliation' serves as a lesson for today's politicians, whether part of the ruling alliance or the opposition, as they have finally agreed to engage in dialogue. One can only hope that 2025 will be remembered as the year of 'reconciliation' rather than confrontation. Benazir’s entry into politics was not accidental as even during her student life she was elected as president of Oxford University Students Union, which after her assassination dedicated 'Benazir Corner’ at the university campus which this ascribe visited during a London trip, last year. Thus, she always had that political instinct and no wonder her father noticed that and took her on his historic visit to Shimla, India in 1972, where she was interviewed by a veteran Indian journalist and author, Saeed Naqvi. Though she always said that politics had never been her first choice as a career she turned out to be Pakistan’s most dynamic politician who despite being a woman led her party, Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP), from the front whether leading the procession or facing baton-charge or teargas before she died in a targeted suicide attack after the last election public meeting just before the general election when she was tipped to become the prime minister for the third time. While the assassination of the first woman prime minister of the Islamic World is still an unresolved mystery and serious questions have been raised over the criminal investigation into the case and over her ‘internal security’ mechanism, a ‘million dollar’ question is why she was the constant target ever since she entered into politics. Politics has never been easy in Pakistan, particularly for women, and Benazir Bhutto faced some of the worst kinds of criticism, and personal attacks during her years in politics to the extent that a ‘woman can’t be a prime minister in an Islamic State’. Even hurdles were created to block her thumping majority in 1988 when all was set for her to get her party's two-thirds majority. One of her staunch critics, former ISI chief late Lt-Gen Hameed Gul created an opposition alliance, the Islamic Jamohri Ittehad (IJI) and used a ‘religious card’ against her and Begum Nusrat Bhutto — Benazir's mother. I was a witness to that political rally of the IJI in Lahore, when photographs of Begum Bhutto with former US president Gerald Ford were dropped for private aircraft in Lahore in a bid to portray the two women as Westernised ladies. Years later he himself admitted in a television interview with me that he was wrong about her. ”It is true that when she first returned to Pakistan from exile in 1986 and got a rousing reception in Lahore there was apprehension within the army establishment that if elected she would try to take revenge from some of those which she believed responsible for her father’s execution,” Gen Gull said, adding that keeping that in mind a strategy was evolved to cut to size her majority. “However, after meeting her for the first time in Karachi, after she got elected as prime minister, I realised that I was wrong about her and she turned out to be the most patriotic Pakistani,” he stated. Like her father, she entered into politics at a very young age and also died in her 50s like father Zulfikar Ali Bhutto but not before both Benazir and Begum Bhutto went through one of the toughest political journeys beginning with the hanging of ZAB followed by years of detention. Benazir herself described her last meeting with her father along with her mother at the ‘death cell’, on April 3, hours before he was hanged on April 4, 1979, which decades later the Supreme Court described as an ‘unjust trial and conviction,’ tantamount to ‘judicial murder’. “It was one of the most traumatic experiences of my life," she told me in an interview years later, adding that her father gave her the courage to fight against dictators like Gen Zia ul Haq. Benazir first became the target when she was first arrested and kept at Sukkur prison. She was put in a cell which was very vulnerable for male prisoners and jail officials, and it was an attempt to humiliate her. When she returned from exile on 10 April 1986 she was received by nearly half a million people but that historic reception didn’t go well in powerful circles, and it was followed by verbal and abusive attacks from the pro-establishment politicians in a public meeting. But, Benazir Bhutto was a master in handling such a situation, and she never replied to such personal attacks on her, being a woman as her vision of politics was much bigger. Even in the early 80s, just a year after ZAB’s hanging, Benazir went for a broader political alliance even with those she and particularly her mother Begum Bhutto suspected to have a role and support in Bhutto’s execution. This led to a historic alliance called, Movement for Restoration of Democracy (MRD) in 1980. This laid the foundation of her politics of ‘reconciliation’, which she continued to follow till her death. She always distanced herself from politics of violence and terrorism and her biggest test came when in February 1981, a PIA aircraft was hijacked by some PPP activists and owned by none other than her brother, Mir Murtaza Bhutto, who was unfortunately killed by police in what officially been described as ‘encounter’ near Bhutto’s historic house 70 Clifton on September 20, 1996, when Benazir was the prime minister. Benazir not only condemned the hijacking but described it as an attempt to sabotage the MRD and she was not all that wrong as the immediate fallout of the hijacking was that one of the parties in the alliance, Muslim Conference of Azad Kashmir of Sardar Abdul Qayyum quit the MRD. However, the alliance launched the historic movement against martial law and the alliance remained intact till 1988 and played a historic role in weakening the powerful Zia as after the the MRD 1983 movement, Zia first held a referendum to get legitimacy followed by holding non-party based elections. Benazir faced another toughest challenge in her own stronghold Sindh and tried to bridge the gap between urban and rural Sindh, particularly after the Hyderabad massacre in which nearly 150 people were killed and in reaction over 100 were killed in Karachi. All this led to complete political polarisation and the result of the 1988 elections was a clear reflection of this urban-rural divide as the rural Sindh voted for PPP en-bloc while urban voters voted for Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM). However, despite having a two-thirds majority Benazir Bhutto invited the MQM to join hands with the PPP and the two parties signed an accord and share in power. But, almost eight months later a conspiracy was hatched to overthrow the BB’s government and she herself blamed the then establishment for using the MQM in a vote of no confidence against her, which though was defeated but her government was finally dismissed on August 6, 1990. Her politics of reconciliation led to another historic agreement and this time with her staunch political opponent former premier Nawaz Sharif when both were barred from contesting elections in 2002 by former military ruler General Pervez Musharraf. Both of them were in exile and finally, in 2006, they signed the historic ‘Charter of Democracy (COD)'. Despite her ‘Politics of Reconciliation’ she was very firm on her resolution in the fight against terrorism and extremism and in 1993, as a consequence an attempt was made on her life when a bomb was planted near Bilawal House Chowrangi but an hour before her motorcade about to leave bomb disposal squad found a bomb was found. Only in 2007, three attempts were made first, on October 18, when she arrived at the Karachi airport to lead the election campaign. Two suicide bombers exploded in a bid to kill her exploded themselves, killing nearly 100 people and causing injuries to 200. The next morning she visited the injured and families of those killed which clearly showed her courage and resolve against terrorism. The second attempt was foiled in Peshawar, when two suspects were caught near her car during the rally and later confessed that they were assigned the job of killing her. Days before her final public meeting Benazir Bhutto was informed by none other than the top intelligence officers about the danger to her life. Former ISI DG personally met her at Zardari House in Islamabad and informed her about the specific security threat to her life. On the morning of December 27, she had a breakfast meeting with ex-Afghan president Hamid Karzai and he too confirmed the threat to her life on the basis of Afghan intelligence. However, it is still a mystery whether her own chief security adviser and former interior minister late Rehman Malik also advised her not to Liaquat Bagh or not. There was a serious security lapse as the security plan was never followed and despite the decision that no one other than Benazir Bhutto’s own security personnel would be allowed near the stage nor people would be allowed near the security gate, she was surrounded by people as she came down after the meeting which ultimately resulted in the fatal attack. Investigation into her case also raised many questions including washout or cleaning up of the crime scene. Benazir’s personal mobile remains missing for almost a year, according to one of the members of the Joint Investigation Team, former SSP Rao Anwar. “I did not sign the JIT report as the investigation was supposed to start with the chief security officer who also kept her mobile for nearly a year. All this made the case most suspicious,” Anwar told this scribe. However, Malik at that time completely rejected all allegations against him and blamed that she was killed by militants. Whether it was a coincidence or a surprise, when I met Malik late at night on December 27 at a local hotel in Karachi, I was taken aback and I asked: ”How come you are here and at this time?" He said,” I am going to Dubai and will come with Zardari Sb to Ghari Khuda Bux.” In the death of Benazir Bhutto, Pakistan lost a powerful and courageous politician with whom one can have different views agree or disagree but the general consensus about her even among her political opponents is that she always stood for ‘reconciliation’ and that one lesson can be the way forward even today. The writer is an analyst and columnist for GEO , The News , and Jang . X: @MazharAbbasGEO Disclaimer: The viewpoints expressed in this piece are the writer's own and don't necessarily reflect Geo.tv's editorial policy.Feds suspend ACA marketplace access to companies accused of falsely promising ‘cash cards’
NoneForthright and fearless, the Nobel Prize winner took pot-shots at former prime minister Tony Blair and ex-US president George W Bush among others. His death came after repeated bouts of illness in which images of the increasingly frail former president failed to erase memories of his fierce spirit. Democrat James Earl “Jimmy” Carter Jr swept to power in 1977 with his Trust Me campaign helping to beat Republican president Gerald Ford. Serving as 39th US president from 1977 to 1981, he sought to make government “competent and compassionate” but was ousted by the unstoppable Hollywood appeal of a certain Ronald Reagan. A skilled sportsman, Mr Carter left his home of Plains, Georgia, to join the US Navy, returning later to run his family’s peanut business. A stint in the Georgia senate lit the touchpaper on his political career and he rose to the top of the Democratic movement. But he will also be remembered for a bizarre encounter with a deeply disgruntled opponent. The president was enjoying a relaxing fishing trip near his home town in 1979 when his craft was attacked by a furious swamp rabbit which reportedly swam up to the boat hissing wildly. The press had a field day, with one paper bearing the headline President Attacked By Rabbit. Away from encounters with belligerent bunnies, Mr Carter’s willingness to address politically uncomfortable topics did not diminish with age. He recently said that he would be willing to travel to North Korea for peace talks on behalf of US President Donald Trump. He also famously mounted a ferocious and personal attack on Tony Blair over the Iraq war, weeks before the prime minister left office in June 2007. Mr Carter, who had already denounced George W Bush’s presidency as “the worst in history”, used an interview on BBC radio to condemn Mr Blair for his tight relations with Mr Bush, particularly concerning the Iraq War. Asked how he would characterise Mr Blair’s relationship with Mr Bush, Mr Carter replied: “Abominable. Loyal, blind, apparently subservient. “I think that the almost undeviating support by Great Britain for the ill-advised policies of President Bush in Iraq have been a major tragedy for the world.” Mr Carter was also voluble over the Rhodesia crisis, which was about to end during his presidency. His support for Robert Mugabe at the time generated widespread criticism. He was said to have ignored the warnings of many prominent Zimbabweans, black and white, about what sort of leader Mugabe would be. This was seen by Mr Carter’s critics as “deserving a prominent place among the outrages of the Carter years”. Mr Carter has since said he and his administration had spent more effort and worry on Rhodesia than on the Middle East. He admitted he had supported two revolutionaries in Mugabe and Joshua Nkomo, and with hindsight said later that Mugabe had been “a good leader gone bad”, having at first been “a very enlightened president”. One US commentator wrote: “History will not look kindly on those in the West who insisted on bringing the avowed Marxist Mugabe into the government. “In particular, the Jimmy Carter foreign policy... bears some responsibility for the fate of a small African country with scant connection to American national interests.” In recent years Mr Carter developed a reputation as an international peace negotiator. He won the Nobel Peace Prize in 2002 for his commitment to finding peaceful solutions to international conflicts, his work with human rights and democracy initiatives, and his promotion of economic and social programmes. Mr Carter was dispatched to North Korea in August 2008 to secure the release of US citizen Aijalon Mahli Gomes, who had been sentenced to eight years of hard labour after being found guilty of illegally entering North Korea. He successfully secured the release of Mr Gomes. In 2010 he returned to the White House to greet President Barack Obama and discuss international affairs amid rising tensions on the Korean peninsula. Proving politics runs in the family, in 2013 his grandson Jason, a state senator, announced his bid to become governor in Georgia, where his famous grandfather governed before becoming president. He eventually lost to incumbent Republican Nathan Deal. Fears that Mr Carter’s health was deteriorating were sparked in 2015 when he cut short an election observation visit in Guyana because he was “not feeling well”. It would have been Mr Carter’s 39th trip to personally observe an international election. Three months later, on August 12, he revealed he had cancer which had been diagnosed after he underwent surgery to remove a small mass in his liver. Mr Obama was among the well-wishers hoping for Mr Carter’s full recovery after it was confirmed the cancer had spread widely. Melanoma had been found in his brain and liver, and Mr Carter underwent immunotherapy and radiation therapy, before announcing in March the following year that he no longer needed any treatment. In 2017, Mr Carter was taken to hospital as a precaution, after he became dehydrated at a home-building project in Canada. He was admitted to hospital on multiple occasions in 2019 having had a series of falls, suffering a brain bleed and a broken pelvis, as well as a stint to be treated for a urinary tract infection. Mr Carter spent much of the coronavirus pandemic largely at his home in Georgia, and did not attend Joe Biden’s presidential inauguration in 2021, but extended his “best wishes”. Former first lady Rosalynn Carter, the closest adviser to Mr Carter during his term as US president, died in November 2023. She had been living with dementia and suffering many months of declining health. “Rosalynn was my equal partner in everything I ever accomplished,” Mr Carter said in a statement following her death. “She gave me wise guidance and encouragement when I needed it. As long as Rosalynn was in the world, I always knew somebody loved and supported me.”
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Mahakumbh Nagar: The 2025 Mahakumbh will take place in Prayagraj from January 13, and special preparations are underway for the same. For the first time, an AI chatbot will be used during this major religious congregation, providing information in 11 Indian languages. Prime Minister Narendra Modi also mentioned the Constitution Day and Mahakumbh in the 117th episode of his radio programme Mann Ki Baat. In a special conversation with IANS, Ravindra Puri, President of the All India Akhada Parishad, and Yoganand Giri, Mahant of the Juna Akhada, discussed the significance of the event. In Mann Ki Baat, PM Modi emphasised that participating in the Kumbh should be an opportunity to resolve to eliminate division and hatred from society. Ravindra Puri commented: "We believe our Prime Minister is a great protector of Sanatan Dharma. All Hindus take pride in him, and I would like to say that after Jagatguru Shankaracharya, it is PM Modi who has contributed immensely to reviving Sanatan Dharma. Saints and the work being done for religious gatherings and fairs deserve high praise for PM Modi." Ravindra Puri further stated: "We have always tried to eliminate caste and discrimination, and we will continue to do so. We have provided leadership positions to people from all castes. However, once we become sanyasis, we do not discuss caste; we are all sanyasis. All castes have representation in our leadership, and we strive to remain united. We want to ensure no negative messages are sent from Prayagraj that would harm the interests of saints and the government." This year's Kumbh will also have a digital dimension, offering pilgrims many conveniences. Ravindra Puri said: "This is the first time the Mahakumbh is going digital. Our Mahakumbh is now divine, grand, and clean. We now also have digital services. We have walkie-talkies, mobile phones, and drones monitoring the entire fairground. If we need anything or want to know where something is, we can use the app that provides all the information. The administration has worked tirelessly to make this possible." Ravindra Puri concluded: "I urge pilgrims from India and abroad to come to Prayagraj, bathe in the holy waters, and take advantage of this beautiful opportunity for atonement. Bathing in the sacred Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati rivers will purify you and bring you closer to salvation. Whatever wishes you bring will be fulfilled, we believe." Meanwhile, Dr. Yoganand Giri, speaking with IANS, expressed his gratitude for Prime Minister Modi's mention of the Kumbh in Mann Ki Baat. "The way Prime Minister Modi has brought up the Kumbh with respect to its divinity, grandeur, cleanliness, and modernisation is praiseworthy. The integration of AI technology and complete digitalisation of the Kumbh is a commendable step. A digital ‘Lost and Found’ centre is also being created. The way the Kumbh is being digitised is highly appreciated." Yoganand Giri also pointed out that the Kumbh Mela promotes unity in society, fostering harmony and goodwill. He said: "The Kumbh Mela is all about eliminating animosity and encouraging mutual love and respect. The saint community has always worked towards uniting society. Even those communities that society has marginalised have found a place among the saints. We have made them Acharyas and Mahamandaleshwars. Since ancient times, saints have worked towards societal unity, and today Prime Minister Modi acknowledged this in Mann Ki Baat. He deserves all the praise for his deep understanding of our Sanatan traditions. We thank him immensely."
Don Quixote is pronounced “dawn kih hoh tee”, colonel is pronounced “kuh nuhl”. English teacher Chitra learned this only after she got a smartboard. “Switching from blackboard to smartboard is one of the major changes in the past two decades,” says Chitra who teaches at a Chennai school. Her students now make PowerPoint presentations which are captured on mobile phones and uploaded to a YouTube channel, with the link shared with all students. Technology has changed the way teachers teach and students study. And the pandemic has accelerated the change. “When I started as a teacher in the 1990s, classroom instruction relied heavily on textbooks, explanations, and exam preparation,” says G J Manohar, a retired economics teacher. “Now, if students don’t understand something in class, they go online to access videos that explain things better.” University professors say online education has flipped things around in colleges and universities. “Students come to class to discuss and clarify what they read online. Classrooms have become more interactive, less about information delivery and more about engagement,” said T R Gopalakrishnan, head of the department of journalism and communication, University of Madras . Students are more comfortable with gadgets than books; it helps that online books are more interactive. “These days, students are preparing for exams entirely based on online books on laptops and mobile phones. They also prepare their own notes as PowerPoints,” said professor D Arivudainambi, department of mathematics, Anna University . In higher education, more and more students have started to enrol for degree, diploma, and other courses in Tamil Nadu in the past two decades. The Gross Enrolment Ratio increased by around five percentage points to 47% in the last 10 years alone in Tamil Nadu. There is also a greater emphasis on employability than a couple of decades ago. But the standout change is the shift to online mode. Online courses and certifications from portals such as NPTEL and SWAYAM have more takers after the pandemic. But even legacy institutions such as IITs have embraced the change. The online BS degree in data science by IIT Madras has attracted thousands, including working professionals from across the country. “More than 35,000 students are enrolled in two BS programmes, with nearly 35% from families with less than 5 lakh a year income. This combination of access, flexibility, affordability, and value is possible only by using digital means,” said professor Andrew Thangaraj of IIT Madras. Since the turn of the century, deemed and private universities have also come into their own. “Moving away from the affiliating system of education helped us transition from ‘standardisation at scale’ to ‘quality and innovation and scale’ in education. It’s similar to moving from Henry Ford’s Model-T to the Tesla model in education in the past two decades,” said Ramkumar Ramamoorthy, partner at Catalincs and former CMD, Cognizant India. But as digital tools reshape education, experts emphasise the need for a balanced approach. “While technology has made resources more accessible, it has also shortened attention spans in classrooms,” says Dr Sangeetha Chandrasekaran, a psychiatrist at SCARF and a school counsellor in Chennai. What has changed Use of technology in classroom learning No takers for BSc maths, physics and chemistry courses More focus on skilling college students No takers for core engineering courses Online courses and accessing e-content in mobiles Attention span; excessive use of gadgets What has not changed Preference for computer science-related courses Assessment of students Teacher shortage in primary and middle schools Faculty shortage in colleges, universities Poor learning outcomes Unusable toilets and hygiene issues Events that shaped education in the past 25 years 2007 | Abolition of entrance exams On the grounds that rural students are unable to get into professional courses including BE, BTech and MBBS, BDS, then CM M Karunanidhi abolished The Tamil Nadu Professional Course Entrance Examinations. Admission was based on Class XII marks in maths, physics, chemistry & biology. 2017 | NEET-based medical admissions Introduction of NEET-based medical admissions left aspirants in shock in Tamil Nadu. Students were not used to competitive exams. The syllabus had also not been updated for more than 10years. First-year, only four students from govt schools got MBBS admissions. This led the govt to introduce 7.5% special reservation for them three years later. 2020 | Pandemic and thereafter The long period of online education and lack of in-person classes created learning gaps. Students struggled to write exams after returning to school. It took 2 years for normalcy to return. 2021 | State Education Policy Following differences with the Centre on the National Education Policy, 2020, Tamil Nadu announced that it would bring an exclusive State Education Policy. It formed a panel headed by Justice D Murugesan, which has submitted recommendations. The panel’s report is yet to be made public 2022 | Breakfast scheme A flagship scheme of the Stalin-led govt, it offers free breakfast to nearly 20lakh children in govt schools. Govt says it has improved academic performance. State govt also launched a skilling initiative called Naan Mudhalvan, Ennum Ezhuthum to ensure all children below eight age can read and write by 2025.NEW YORK , Nov. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The global high-end bicycle market size is estimated to grow by USD 5.03 billion from 2024-2028, according to Technavio. The market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of almost 6.31% during the forecast period. Growing adoption of e-bikes in developing countries is driving market growth, with a trend towards increasing concerns regarding health and fitness. However, high maintenance of e-bikes poses a challenge. Key market players include Accell Group NV, BH BIKES Europe SL, Cicli Pinarello Srl, DAHON North America Inc., Dorel Industries Inc., Giant Manufacturing Co. Ltd., Greenwit Technologies Ltd., Grimaldi Industri AB, Kalkhoff Werke GmbH, Klever Mobility Europe GmbH, Kona Bicycle Co., LOOK Cycle International, Marin Mountain Bikes Inc., Merida Industry Co. Ltd., Samchully Co. Ltd., Santa Cruz Bicycles LLC, Specialized Bicycle Components Inc., Storck Bicycle GmbH, Trek Bicycle Corp., and Youngone Corp., Bianchi, Jamis Bicycles, Kuota, Orbea, Scott Sports , Cannondale, Colnago, Felt Bicycles, Gazelle Key insights into market evolution with AI-powered analysis. Explore trends, segmentation, and growth drivers- View Free Sample PDF The high-end bicycle market is experiencing a boom in innovation and technological developments. Fine craftsmanship meets high performance in this industry, as cycling enthusiasts seek out premium materials like lightweight carbon fiber, titanium, and sophisticated alloys. Aerodynamic designs, precision engineering, and sophisticated suspension ensure strength, durability, agility, and overall performance. Parts and accessories, such as gearboxes, powerful brakes, and electronic components, are becoming increasingly advanced. Technological innovation and smart connectivity, including electronic shifting systems, are transforming the cycling experience. E-bikes, with their efficiency, sustainability, and eco-friendly features, are gaining popularity. Pedal assistance and streamlined designs with lighter batteries and e-specific components expand cycling possibilities. Luxury bikes offer built-in sensors, custom fitting services using 3D scanning and biomechanical analysis, and high-end components. The bicycle gearbox, a gearing system that uses rotational speed, torque, and drive wheels, is revolutionizing power transmission. High-speed bicycles with torque multiplication, inertia matching, and speed control are setting new standards for performance and safety. Despite the advancements, conventional bikes remain a favorite for riders who prefer a traditional cycling experience. The high-end bicycle market is poised for growth due to the increasing awareness regarding the health benefits of cycling. With the rise of desk-based jobs and sedentary lifestyles, the need for physical activity has become more crucial than ever. Cycling offers an efficient and low-impact exercise solution, reducing the strain and risk of injuries compared to other forms. Companies are promoting this activity as a means to combat the negative effects of prolonged sitting and improve overall well-being. Request Sample of our comprehensive report now to stay ahead in the AI-driven market evolution! Market Challenges The high-end bicycle market in the cycling industry is experiencing a boom in innovation and technological developments. Fine craftsmanship and high performance continue to be key selling points for cycling enthusiasts seeking premium materials like lightweight carbon fiber, titanium, and sophisticated alloys. Aerodynamic designs, precision engineering, and sophisticated suspension ensure strength, durability, agility, and overall performance. Parts and accessories, such as gearboxes, powerful brakes, and electronic components, are becoming increasingly advanced. Technological innovation, smart connectivity, and electronic shifting systems are driving the market forward. Lightweight materials like E-bikes and efficiency-focused conventional bikes are gaining popularity for their eco-friendly features, pedal assistance, and streamlined designs. The automation industry is also making an impact with vehicle power transmission systems and high-speed bicycles featuring torque multiplication, inertia matching, and speed control. Safety is a priority, with built-in sensors and custom fitting services using 3D scanning and biomechanical analysis. The future of high-end bicycles includes gearboxes, hub gears, derailleur gears, and advanced power trains, catering to the evolving needs of riders on various road conditions. However, safety remains a critical consideration, with a focus on preventing fatal accidents. The global high-end bicycle market, with a significant portion occupied by e-bikes, faces a major challenge due to their high maintenance costs. While e-bikes have gained popularity in developed regions like Europe , their adoption in developing countries, particularly in Asia-Pacific and South America , is hindered by the absence of necessary infrastructure. The lack of bicycle lanes and secure lock systems in public areas increases the risk of theft and discourages potential buyers. These challenges limit the sales growth of high-end bicycles, especially e-bikes, in these markets. Discover how AI is revolutionizing market trends- Get your access now! Segment Overview This high-end bicycle market report extensively covers market segmentation by 1.1 Hybrid bikes 1.2 Mountain bikes 1.3 Road bikes 1.4 Track bikes 1.5 Other bikes 2.1 Offline 2.2 Online 3.1 North America 3.2 APAC 3.3 Europe 3.4 South America 3.5 Middle East and Africa 1.1 Hybrid bikes- The global high-end bicycle market is experiencing growth, with hybrid bicycles leading the way. Hybrid bikes combine elements of mountain, touring, and road bikes, making them versatile for various terrains. Their flat handlebars, brakes, and gear components resemble mountain bikes, while their lightweight design and smooth tires are reminiscent of road bikes. The upright riding position ensures comfort and safety, making hybrid bikes popular among cyclists, commuters, and children. Customization and increased demand from sports enthusiasts are driving the segment's growth. Vendors like Trek Bicycle Corp. And Dorel Industries Inc. Are capitalizing on this trend, offering high-end hybrid bicycles through brands like SPILLO and BH Bikes Europe SL. The availability of both conventional and electric hybrid bikes is further fueling market expansion. Owing to their versatility, comfort, and popularity, hybrid bikes are expected to remain the largest segment of the global high-end bicycle market during the forecast period. Download a Sample of our comprehensive report today to discover how AI-driven innovations are reshaping competitive dynamics Research Analysis The high-end bicycle market is a niche segment of the cycling industry, catering to the demands of discerning cycling enthusiasts. These bicycles are renowned for their fine craftsmanship, high performance, and premium materials. Lightweight carbon fiber, titanium, and sophisticated alloys are commonly used to create agile and durable frames. Aerodynamic designs, precision engineering, and sophisticated suspension systems ensure strength, durability, and overall performance. Parts and accessories, such as gearboxes, powerful brakes, and electronic components, are meticulously selected for their technological innovation, smart connectivity, and electronic shifting systems. The boom in innovation and technological development in the high-end bicycle market has led to the emergence of lightweight E-bikes, offering improved efficiency and sustainability. The focus on efficiency, sustainability, and technological advancements sets the high-end bicycle market apart from mass-market offerings. Market Research Overview The high-end bicycle market is experiencing a boom in innovation and technological developments, catering to the needs of discerning cycling enthusiasts. These bicycles are known for their fine craftsmanship, high performance, and premium materials such as lightweight carbon fiber, titanium, and sophisticated alloys. Aerodynamic designs, precision engineering, and sophisticated suspension systems ensure strength, durability, agility, and overall performance. Parts and accessories, including gearboxes, powerful brakes, electronic components, and smart connectivity, enhance the riding experience. The cycling industry is witnessing a shift towards e-bikes, which offer efficiency, sustainability, and eco-friendly features like pedal assistance and streamlined designs. Lightweight materials, such as E bikes and their specific components, open up new cycling possibilities. Luxury bikes come with built-in sensors, custom fitting services using 3D scanning and biomechanical analysis, and electronic shifting systems. The bicycle gearbox, a gearing system that integrates the drive wheels, hub gear, derailleur gears, and power train, offers torque multiplication, inertia matching, speed control, and fatal accident prevention. The automation industry's technological advancements have significantly impacted the high-end bicycle market, offering riders a seamless and enjoyable cycling experience. Table of Contents: 1 Executive Summary 2 Market Landscape 3 Market Sizing 4 Historic Market Size 5 Five Forces Analysis 6 Market Segmentation Product Hybrid Bikes Mountain Bikes Road Bikes Track Bikes Other Bikes Distribution Channel Offline Online End user Material Geography North America APAC Europe South America Middle East And Africa 7 Customer Landscape 8 Geographic Landscape 9 Drivers, Challenges, and Trends 10 Company Landscape 11 Company Analysis 12 Appendix About Technavio Technavio is a leading global technology research and advisory company. Their research and analysis focuses on emerging market trends and provides actionable insights to help businesses identify market opportunities and develop effective strategies to optimize their market positions. With over 500 specialized analysts, Technavio's report library consists of more than 17,000 reports and counting, covering 800 technologies, spanning across 50 countries. Their client base consists of enterprises of all sizes, including more than 100 Fortune 500 companies. This growing client base relies on Technavio's comprehensive coverage, extensive research, and actionable market insights to identify opportunities in existing and potential markets and assess their competitive positions within changing market scenarios. Contacts Technavio Research Jesse Maida Media & Marketing Executive US: +1 844 364 1100 UK: +44 203 893 3200 Email: [email protected] Website: www.technavio.com/ SOURCE Technavio
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