Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang was warned by US senators about his impending travel to China. They advised him to stay away from businesses that are compromising US export restrictions on chips. There are worries about possible ways to get beyond technological protections.
Nvidia maintained that their technology was establishing a global norm. Huang had previously attacked US export controls on AI chips. More worries are raised by reports that DeepSeek is aiding China’s military. According to a report, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang has received a strong warning from a group of US lawmakers about his impending visit to China.
Letter by Senators
Democratic Senator Elizabeth Warren and Republican Senator Jim Banks wrote a letter on 11 July urging Huang to avoid meeting with Chinese businesses that have connections to Beijing’s military and intelligence agencies or are suspected of undermining US semiconductor export rules.
According to a news agency, they also particularly warned against doing business with organisations on the US prohibited export list. Concerning possible circumvention of crucial US technology safeguards, the senators reportedly wrote, “We are concerned that your trip to the PRC could legitimise companies that cooperate closely with the Chinese military or involve discussing exploitable gaps in US export controls.”
Stressing that such technology could “accelerate the PRC’s effort to modernise its military,” the senators emphasised a consensus on the regulated export of powerful AI hardware.
Response from Nvidia
In response to the worries, a representative for Nvidia said that “America wins” when its technology becomes “the global standard.” AI software “should run best on the US technology stack, encouraging nations worldwide to choose America,” the representative said, highlighting China’s large pool of software developers.
This comes after Jensen Huang called previous limitations a “failure” and openly hailed US President Donald Trump’s move to loosen some export controls on AI chips in May at the Computex trade exhibition in Taipei. Huang had previously calculated that Nvidia’s revenue would drop by $15 billion as a result of the US’s April limitations on the company’s customised AI processors for China.
According to a media story last month, a senior US source claimed that DeepSeek, an AI company, was aiding China’s military and intelligence activities and had tried to get around US export restrictions on AI chips by using shell corporations. Chinese corporations have reportedly flown to Malaysia to train AI models before returning to China with the findings.
According to its most recent annual report, Nvidia made $17 billion in revenue from China in the fiscal year that ended on January 26. This accounted for 13% of the company’s total sales. China has continuously been cited by Huang as a crucial market for Nvidia’s expansion.
Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], July 14: Noria Pumps is a leading pioneer in manufacturing energy efficient Submersible Pumps and motors in Ahmedabad have constructed a wide and well-functional infrastructural unit that plays an important role in offering the latest water pumping solutions to a huge range of applications like micro irrigation, irrigation, horticulture, domestic water supply, commercial and industrial applications and so on.
The company has achieved unimaginable heights of success under the dynamic leadership of the Managing Director, Bimalendu Mishra. Having diversified experience in submersible pumps for over two decades, he manages the firm’s operations very efficiently using his ability to understand market scenarios and with his managerial skills, he developed a bigger network in the international market by exporting his products in Bangladesh, Nepal, Iraq and Egypt.
Every sector faces some or other water shortage issues, and to make life easier, the brand is working hard to cope with the latest technology using high-performance quality, ethics, and innovative designs to come up with different submersible pumps for different uses to satisfy the customer’s requirements.
The company’s vision is to solve one of India’s most challenging problems, water and owing to the sincere efforts of its professional team, the company have been able to establish confirmation on international standards considering each parameter.
New Delhi [India], July 14: On May 22nd, one of the internet’s largest video hosting platforms experienced a major outage. It was the third disruption in just one month.
For creators running paid academies, fitness communities, or private onboarding flows, this wasn’t just a technical blip. It broke trust.
That’s when something interesting happened.
Over the next few days, Gumlet, a quiet, infrastructure-first video delivery platform, started seeing an unusual spike in migration requests.
Companies that had previously been comfortable with “default” video platforms suddenly wanted a better answer: one that was faster, more secure, and wouldn’t fall apart when it mattered most.
What Makes Gumlet Different?
Gumlet, the best alternative to Vimeo and Wistia, doesn’t sell vanity metrics or outdated templates.
It doesn’t promise to be everything to everyone.
What it does is one thing—really well: Blazing fast, secure, and adaptive video infrastructure for modern teams.
Think:
Creators running gated video academies
SaaS companies onboarding thousands of users monthly
Healthcare or edtech platforms with sensitive internal content
Unlike traditional platforms, Gumlet is built for developers and marketers. You can embed, stream, restrict, watermark, and analyze your videos — all in one place, without compromising speed or privacy.
And it integrates with your existing CMS, LMS, or website without any of the usual headaches.
From Quiet Infra to Global Backbone
You’ve probably watched a Gumlet-powered video this week without realizing it.
With 2M+ hours streamed monthly, Gumlet is already the invisible backbone behind thousands of websites and platforms across the world.
But the most impressive part?
They’re doing it without noise.
No celebrity endorsements. No flashy rebrands. No viral hype.
Just a relentless focus on performance and privacy — and a belief that good infrastructure shouldn’t call attention to itself.
Why Creators and Teams Are Choosing a New Kind of Video Infra
When you ask creators why they switch, three words come up often:
Speed. Simplicity. Safety.
Gumlet’s video delivery is optimized end-to-end, with built-in CDN, adaptive streaming, and granular access controls. It’s built for scale, whether you’re running a 50-person cohort or managing 50,000 users.
And because Gumlet is infrastructure-first, you don’t have to wait for the product team to approve yet another plugin. You get full visibility, fast delivery, and ironclad security.
It’s the kind of stack today’s creators didn’t know they needed until they saw what was possible.
The Future of Video Is Quiet, Fast, and Creator-First
Gumlet isn’t trying to replace anyone.
It’s just building what others forgot: a platform where performance beats polish, and infrastructure empowers creativity.
Because the next era of video infrastructure won’t be about legacy brands.
It’ll be about quiet, scalable, creator-first platforms.
According to reports, Blinkit, Eternal’s rapid commerce division, will transition to an inventory-led strategy on September 1. After the transition, the business will buy products straight from vendors instead of just keeping them in stock.
Blinkit has already addressed its sellers to notify them of the switch to a new model, according to a media report. At the moment, sellers can post their goods on the marketplace model and pay Blinkit to store them in its warehouses.
In a different concept, Blinkit enables well-known companies and carefully chosen vendors to purchase goods in large quantities and resell them on the website. Blinkit will now be able to buy inventory and create product listings independently thanks to the model modification.
In its email to the merchants, Blinkit stated that July 30 is the deadline for opting into the new system. After this date, non-accepted vendors will not be permitted to post or stock new items.
Blinkit to Charge ‘Sellers Reverse Logistics Costs’
Additionally, Blinkit informed the sellers that their product would be refunded once reverse logistics expenses were subtracted if they were unwilling to make the switch. Since Eternal’s plan to modify its inventory model became apparent in April, the switch to the new model is not abrupt.
In May, Eternal accepted the plan to cap the foreign ownership at 49.5% in an attempt to “reinforce” its status as an Indian-owned-and-controlled corporation (IOCC). In addition to operating a marketplace, Eternal CFO Akshant Goyal stated during the Q4 earnings call that, as an IOCC, the company now has the opportunity to hold goods in the rapid commerce sector.
Whether Eternal was moving towards a hybrid 1P+3P model or 100% owned inventory (1P) at the time was not disclosed by the firm. According to Goyal, Eternal would have used less than INR 1,000 Cr of working capital for inventory ownership if Blinkit had held all of the inventory in FY25 (about 5% of FY25 NOV, or INR 22,000 Cr).
IOCC to Boost Business Operations of Blinkit
According to the foodtech giant, IOCC classification will aid in creating measures to preserve domestic control in the event that there isn’t a “distinguishable promoter group holding a substantial stake” in the business.
According to Eternal, the IOCC badge will provide them “more operational flexibility” and open up new prospects in the fast commerce sector. The company stated at the time that it would assist Blinkit in moving from the present marketplace model, which is dominated by third-party vendors, to an “inventory ownership” model.
By offering new and underserved categories like home décor, gourmet foods, toys, pooja items, and seasonal commodities, a shift to the inventory model will aid in its growth, it stated. Additionally, it stated that the inventory strategy will assist the business in increasing margins in both established FMCG categories and fragmented or unbranded sectors.
In April, Eternal said that this transition (to an inventory model) was in line with its objective to maximise the value mix, assortment, and quality for its clients in the rapid commerce industry.
Eternal will use its balance sheet wisely where it feels the strong RoCE (return on capital employed) potential and long-term value creation warrant the approach, even though this will make the business somewhat more working capital-intensive.
On July 14, Ola Electric, a maker of electric two-wheelers, reported a larger consolidated net loss of INR 428 crore for the first quarter of the fiscal year 2025–2026 (Q1 FY26). In the same time frame last year, the company managed by Bhavish Aggarwal reported a net loss of INR 347 crore.
Nonetheless, the loss decreased from INR 870 crore reported at the end of the March quarter of FY25 on a quarter-on-quarter (QoQ) basis. As a result of fierce competition hurting sales, the company’s consolidated revenue from operations fell 49.6% year over year (YoY) to INR 828 crore in the June quarter.
In the same time of the previous fiscal year, Ola Electric generated INR 1,644 crore in revenue. However, the performance got better one after the other. In the March 2025 quarter, the company reported INR 611 crore in revenue.
Major Factors Hampering the Growth
Due to fierce rivalry from other companies, including Bajaj Auto, TVS Motor, and Ather Energy, sales drastically decreased throughout the reviewed period.
In the June quarter of FY26, the company delivered 68,192 units, compared to 1,25,198 units during the same period the previous year. Operating-wise, Ola Electric’s EBITDA loss for Q1 FY26 was INR 237 crore, which was more than the INR 205 crore reported in Q1 FY25.
The margins were -28.6% as opposed to -12.5%. June was the first EBITDA-positive month for the car industry, and the auto segment’s EBITDA improved significantly to -11.6% from -90.6% in Q4 FY25. In contrast, the gross margin increased YoY from 18.4% to 25.8%.
Ola’s Letter to its Stakeholders
In a letter to shareholders, Ola stated that because of its emphasis on vertical integration and in-house technology, Gen 3 BOM reduction has led to the company’s greatest GM performance to date. This trend is expected to continue over the next quarters.
According to the company’s FY26 exit plan, its GM should be between 35 and 40% with PLI incentives, or between INR 40,000 and INR 45,000 per vehicle. Project Lakshya, the company’s cost-optimisation project, has reduced monthly auto opex from INR 178 crore to INR 105 crore, resulting in considerable operating efficiency.
The company stated in a press release following the earnings announcement that consolidated opex currently stands at INR 150 crore per month and that a further reduction to about INR 130 crore per month is targeted through FY26.
Ola anticipates making between INR 4200 and INR 4700 crore from the sale of 325,000 to 375,000 automobiles.
The company also stated that it expects full-year auto EBITDA of above 5% and that gross margin would increase to 35% to 40% with Production Linked Incentive (PLI) benefits starting in Q2 for the Gen 3 product range. From Q2 onwards, Ola stated, “The company also expects the auto business to remain EBITDA positive.”
In accordance with regulatory orders, Jane Street, a New York-based capital market company, has placed INR 4,840 crore in escrow accounts. Jane Street has no imminent plans to start trading options in the Indian market again after this.
A temporary account used to keep money or assets while two parties are transacting is called an escrow account. A third party oversees its management. Jane Street, a US-based firm, had previously said that it would contest the SEBI order, which blocked the organisation from the securities markets in India.
SEBI has ordered the group to disgorge illegal gains of INR 4,843 crore for using holdings in the derivatives market to manipulate stock indices. This was quite likely the largest disgorgement amount that SEBI had ever ordered.
Why SEBI Barred Jane Street?
While it continued its inquiry, SEBI’s interim decision prohibited JSI Investments, JSI2 Investments Pvt Ltd, Jane Street Singapore Pte Ltd, and Jane Street Asia Trading—collectively known as the Jane Street Group—from trading until further notice.
SEBI was investigating the Jane Street (JS) Group for illegally profiting from stock market index level manipulation, namely through the highly liquid Bank Nifty and Nifty index options segments.
According to a SEBI probe, Jane Street made money from huge holdings and executed significant trades to influence market movements over a 21-day period between January 2023 and May 2025.
The regulator also observed that Jane Street saw an increase in trading activity across a number of market segments between January 2023 and March 2025. Jane Street Group LLC is a multinational proprietary trading company in the financial services sector that was founded in 2000.
With five offices in the US, Europe, and Asia, the group has over 2,600 employees. In 45 nations, it carries out trading activities.
Jane Street’s Response to SEBI
In an internal letter to staff, the US-based trading company Jane Street slammed the SEBI, calling its recent ruling accusing market manipulation “fundamentally mistaken.”
The letter went on to say that seeing the company misrepresented in this manner is really distressing. Jane Street is proud of the part it plays in global markets; therefore, it hurts to have a study that contains so many false or unsubstantiated claims damage its reputation.
In addition to prohibiting Jane Street and its group companies from engaging in the Indian market, SEBI’s ruling ordered the disgorgement of INR 4,834 crore in claimed “unlawful gains.” Additionally, the regulator stated that it was still looking into the group’s other trading tactics.
The market’s watchdog responded to Jane Street’s allegations by stating that the July 3 ruling, like all SEBI orders, is a speaking order that lays out SEBI’s prima facie case and answers all pertinent issues.
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), the biggest IT company in India, has stated that raising wages for its more than 6 lakh employees is their “priority” goal.
TCS’ Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Samir Seksaria stated, “My priority is getting back to the wage hike,” without giving an exact date for the increase in staff salaries. In addition, Seksaria told a news agency that, in contrast to its competitors, the company has “rarely” resorted to postponing pay increases.
Seksaria also stated unequivocally that TCS will prioritise profitability and growth. Milind Lakkad, the Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) of TCS, stated earlier this week that the company has not yet decided whether to raise wages.
On July 10, 2025, Milind Lakkad informed the media that the company has not yet taken any decisions regarding pay increases. The corporation typically announces pay increases that take effect on April 1st of each year.
According to a media agency article that quoted the CFO, TCS’s operational profit margin is squeezed by more than 1.50% as a result of the yearly compensation increase for its staff.
In the April-June quarter, TCS’s operating margins decreased 20 basis points to 24.5%, despite the company’s intention to increase them to 26-28% levels.
Attrition Rate a Major Concern-CFO
As of the end of the April to June quarter of FY2025-26, the attrition rate for TCS employees increased by 13.8% on a last twelve-month (LTM) basis.
Compared to its 13.3% levels in the January-March quarter of FY 2024-25, this represented a little increase on a quarter-over-quarter (QoQ) basis.
The company will now concentrate on keeping top-level talent, which is hard to develop through new hires, after the attrition rate reached a “concerning level” as of the April-June quarter, according to the CFO.
According to the agency report, he also made a suggestion that the corporation may halt lateral hirings until demand spikes because it now has capacity.
TCS’ Growth Strategy
Following the release of the quarterly results, Seksaria told the news agency that TCS also intends to concentrate on growth and profitability following the April-June quarter, during which the IT giant encountered challenges with growth and margins.
Seksaria informed the press that TCS will prioritise profitability and expansion. Profitability alone is insufficient without development. Compared to INR 12,040 crore in the same quarter last year, the IT company’s consolidated net earnings increased 6% to INR 12,760 crore for the April–June quarter of the 2025–26 fiscal year.
In the meantime, the first quarter’s consolidated revenues increased 1.3% to INR 63,437 crore from INR 62,613 crore in the same period last year.
According to the news agency, which cited Seksaria, TCS has no plans to reduce its investments in expansion; nevertheless, there may be “realignments,” such as constructing only a portion of a structure on a plot.
If one word could define the 21st century, it would be ‘Speed’. In a world moving faster than ever, technology has become the driving force, shrinking distances, transforming lives, and accelerating everything around us. Speed isn’t just a preference anymore; it’s a way of life.
And when it comes to the thrill of speed, few things capture it better than the high-octane world of Formula 1 (F1) racing. With roaring engines, global fanfare, and jaw-dropping precision, F1 isn’t just a sport, it’s a billion-dollar spectacle.
But behind the glamour, fast cars, and famous drivers lies a fascinating business model. So, how exactly does F1 make its money? In this article, we take you into the fast lane of Formula One’s revenue engine, unpacking how the sport sustains its enormous operations and still drives impressive profits.
Even if you are not a diehard fan, you must have heard it somewhere around the world. Maybe in a film or just when you tinker with the television. Formula one is one of the most popular sports in the whole world. It is a racing sport, where players (the drivers) try to win the race by being the fastest. It is the finest and highest class of international racing with single-seated cars. It has an official federation of boards that looks after the events and also the sportsmanship. Formula One is sanctioned by an international federation known as the Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA) which was established on 20 June 1904.
F1 is owned by Liberty Media, a large American media company that also owns SiriusXM and has shares in Live Nation and the Atlanta Braves. Formula 1 is managed by Liberty Media through its company called the Formula One Group. This group has been in charge of F1’s business and commercial side since Liberty Media bought it in 2017.
How Does FIA Make Money?
Formula one was inaugurated on 13 May 1950, under the name ‘World Drivers championship’. The inauguration was hosted at Silverstone in the United Kingdom. The inaugurated name was changed to FIA Formula One World Championship in the year 1981. Although it was formally organised and inaugurated in 1950, the inception can be traced much back to that.
The origins of Formula One begin from the European Championship of the 1920s and the 30s. Then came World war II, which stopped the racing fad. Once it was over, motor racing enthusiasts came back to the track, challenging the wheels. Thus, even after the big shaky war, the sport stood firm in people’s hearts.
Later in the year 1946, Formula one was agreed on the set of rules that the players have to comply with. The 1946 Turin Grand Prix was the first Formula One Grand Prix event held.
The races happen on tracks that are specifically built for that purpose. The tracks are checked and certified by the FIA. Most of these tracks are located in Off-sites of cities, that are connected to cities and disconnected at the same time.
F1 Silverstone Track
Within the sport, there are many divisions like the British Grand Prix and the Singapore Grand Prix, which can also be seen be happening in closed public areas. As mentioned before, formula one is the most premium form of racing sport in the world. Having said that, it also draws huge attention and audiences.
F1 Mexico Stadium
The First World Formula One championship
Guiseppe Farina
Guiseppe Farina, an Italian driver won the first-ever world championship. Driving an Alfa Romeo, narrowly defeated Juan Manuel Fangio, the Argentine and his teammate and walked away with the first Driver Crown, of the most premium racing sport ever. Fangio did not lose hope and tried again to get better, eventually winning the 1951 championship.
After the technology that was brought to the table, Formula One stood off as an effective and profitable sport. It had all the ingredients that make someone fall in love with the sport.
In the year 1971, Bernie Eccelstone brought the Brabham team, thus racing a seat on the association of boards (Formula One Constructors’ Association or FOCA). With the inclusion of Eccelstone in the association, the circuit owners negotiated with individual teams. Which in return persuaded the FOCA to offer circuit owners a collective deal, which was more beneficial for them.
FISA was formed in 1979 which asserted rights over the revenues that came from the television. When FOCA had a dispute with FISA over technical regulations, FOCA boycotted a Grand Prix. FISA later gave up the administration of television rights to FOCA. There were further disputes.
Out of the blues of conflicts, Formula One emerged as a big business when sponsors came in and poured money. The FIA earned good money along with the teams. Participating Teams in turn started to spend millions on technology and ways that can make the car run faster. All these events grew a nice demand for a thrilling sport that Formula One promised.
F1 Business Model
Formula 1 operates a unique business model that combines global sports entertainment with strong commercial management. Owned by Liberty Media, F1 is run through the Formula One Group, which oversees the sport’s commercial rights, partnerships, and promotion. The model focuses on hosting races worldwide, building long-term partnerships with sponsors and cities, and growing a loyal global fanbase through media and digital engagement. By managing the sport’s image, events, and distribution, F1 turns high-speed racing into a profitable, global business empire.
How Does Formula One Make Money?
If this is such a big and premium sport then how does it run itself, or how does it sustain itself? These questions are normal to have and that is the reason why we are here in this article. Let us not beat around the bush then and find out how it earns money.
It is here to be importantly noted that Formula One has not just a single source of revenue, but it has multiple sources. We will discuss each and every source in a brief and in detailed manner. Let us get to it.
How F1 Teams Make Money | Formula 1 Revenue Breakdown
As mentioned before, F1 makes its money in many ways. There’s prize money, the management, sponsorships and sponsors, partnerships and investments from the car manufacturers and other arrangements of the financial sort.
There may be more than just these heads of income, but primarily the whole source is built upon the basic boundaries of these heads of income. Let us first discuss the first and by far the foremost and most popular source of revenue in the 21st century, the Sponsorships.
F1 Revenue from FY16 to FY23
Sponsorships
Sponsorships are the most common source of revenue for any popular entity. The entity can be a product, a sport and it can even be a person. This most obvious source is a big contributor to the speedy and premium sports business of formula one. The most common brands that we always witness in these leagues are Petronas, HP, DHL, Red Bull to name just a few of them.
The Introduction of Sponsorships
Over the next two decades of the sport, the participating teams saw a need for specially made cars. That was the only possible way to take the sport ahead in line. As the cars changed shape from being front-engined to mid-engined, the need grew stronger. The Ferguson P99 was the last front-engined car to compete in the World Championships.
In 1962, came the greatest technological breakthrough. They introduced an aluminium monocoque chassis for making cars. This marked the time when brands started to advertise on racing cars. The first was probably the Cigarette manufacturers “Imperial Tobacco” sponsoring in 1968. This technological breakthrough made the norm of advertising in this sport normal for the world.
It is not to mention that sponsorships are completely based on the performance of the underlying entity. It will cost more depending on how well or how good the team does in the game.
As we all know that a Mercedes sponsorship will surely cost more than Haas. The reason behind this is that these cars (the most noted and the luxury) have more exposure and more goodwill among the fan bases. This also results in more sales of merchandise of the brand and thus sponsors display logos a lot.
The story of sponsorships started with the first brand of tobacco that tried to display their product to the prospective public. In the year 1968 when Team Lotus F1 took to the circuit with flying colours of tobacco’s products.
Since that time, the sport was not the same and it emerged as a hotspot (rather hot sport) for the world of sponsorships. Now sponsorships and the thrilling sport of Formula One go hand in hand and are inseparable.
Let us see how the sponsors fit into the game. So, the game has teamed with players or teammates, each team in the formula one can hold up about 25 sponsors who fit into various categories. According to the various categories of sponsors, they pay the fee for sponsoring the event. Title sponsor is the highest form of sponsorship or is considered the highest of all and thus, comes with the highest fees for a sponsor.
Here’s a look at sponsorship deals of the top 3 F1 teams in 2020.
Mercedes Petronas F1 Top Sponsors
Sponsor
Sponsorship Cost
Mercedes-Benz
$75M
Petronas
$57M
Ineos
$24M
UBS
$6M
EPSON
$4M
Red Bull Racing F1 Top Sponsors
Sponsor
Sponsorship Cost
Red Bull
$200M
Aston Martin
$30M
Honda
$25M
Mobil 1
$15M
Tag Heuer
$5M
McLaren F1 Top Sponsors
Sponsor
Sponsorship Cost
Bat
$40M
Dell
$12M
Darktrace
$10M
Huski Chocolate
$6M
Arrow
$6M
Sports like these tend to have a huge rate of title sponsorships. The reason is that it is the most visible sponsorship of all.
After the highest pitch of sponsorship partners, then comes the land of technology partners. These are the partners or sponsors that supply teams with essentials that they will be needing during the course of the sport. Examples in this domain include Pirelli which is a tyre supplier and DHL as the official logistics partner.
DHL was the official logistics partner of F1
These companies however are called sponsors supply the essentials. Essentials that are supplied by these companies cut costs on the participating teams.
Corporate Partners
Corporate partners are those partners who can be seen working on the sidelines of sporting events. Like for example, Mercedes has 12 Sponsors, some notables include, HP Enterprises, Monster Energy, IWC Watches, AMD and Tommy Hilfiger. Corporate partners come to the picture when there is a team event, a product launch, a party or a charitable occasion.
If you are a fan of this sport then you must have seen Lewis clicking with his IWC watch. You might think that he likes the brand but it turns out that he has signed a contract with the watchmaker.
Lewis Hamilton on Podium
According to the signed pact, Lewis has to be wearing his watch when he is on the podium or at any other public event. Sponsorship deals like these are worth between £10 million to £15 million every season.
Then there are some sponsors that can be laid on the category of minor sponsors. They usually get a small logo positioned over the car. These small promotional logos can cost a brand about £1 million to £3 million.
Mercedes F1 Car
The Sales of Merchandise
F1 Official Merchandise Store
The second big fat source of revenue is the merchandise. They offer a huge stream of revenue. Merchandise can be defined as the official signature products of an entity. However, there are no figures that are published yet but we know how fans of some brand or sport can go to places for buying merchandise of their favourite player.
Ferrari is said to be in a report to have generated around £8 million in 2006. These numbers are rookie numbers when compared to the Schumacher era when sales were bombed in Germany, he was really famous.
Every Formula one team sells merchandise to its fans all over the world. It has become easier to reach out to everyone, with a simple website. Some small teams also have specially made tents for selling this merchandise at the racing events. People come in huge numbers at these events and it offers a big market for the team’s merchandise. However, merchandise sales are solely based on the popularity of teams among fans, the popularity has a direct relation to these sales revenue.
Media Rights (Around 30% of Revenue)
F1 earns a big part of its money by selling the rights to show races on TV and online. TV channels and streaming platforms like Netflix pay a lot to show these exciting events. F1 also has its own service called F1 TV. These deals are usually made for different countries or regions, and the strong demand helps F1 grow and earn more.
For FY23, total revenue increased by 25% year-over-year, reaching $3.2 billion. Here’s a breakdown of the key areas:
Race Promotion: Revenue grew by 28% Y/Y to $0.9 billion.
Media Rights: Revenue grew by 11% Y/Y to $1.0 billion.
Sponsorship: Revenue increased by 33% Y/Y, amounting to $0.6 billion.
Other Income: This category saw a 42% Y/Y increase, reaching $0.7 billion.
The company achieved a gross margin of 30%. Key costs included:
Team Payments: $1.2 billion.
Other Costs (such as hospitality, FIA annual fees, and commissions): $1.0 billion.
Selling, General, and Administrative Expenses: $0.7 billion.
Depreciation and Amortization: $0.2 billion.
These expenses contributed to an operating margin of 12%.
Formula One Administration
The whole sport of Formula One is maintained and managed by the Administering body. It is responsible for organising each and every event that happens in the sport. It can be either casual types of events or racing events. They get all the access to the track fees, Commercial Rights on T.V. (which cost broadcasters huge amounts.), driver super licences and etcetera.
According to the reports, all these sales and revenue sources add up to a revenue of one billion Euros to the association. In addition to that, broadcasters always try to eye this opportunity of getting special rights in the association. For example, the BBC(British Broadcasting Channel) has paid over 240 million euros for a three-year contract in the racing sport. This is multiplied all over the globe, in over 200 countries, and 40 individual broadcasters. Sky Sports won the broadcasting rights in 2019 which was reported to be worth around £1bn.
Sky Sports F1
The Formula One Administration also awards the participating teams with a prize fund. Out of about 2 billion euros that they were able to raise through various sources is shared among the teams, the basis of which is qualifying race results. The number is hypothetical that can be assumed to be near the actual figure.
Due to the nature and secretive attitude of the FIA, an exact number cannot be published but it is seen in reports and evidently.
Speaking of money, ever wondered how much the steering wheel of a racing car costs?
The Formula One Management
FOM payments or Formula One management is another part of the process of revenue distribution and direction. There are mainly five divisions of payments in Formula One management.
In the First division is 36 million dollars paid to every team and the time of which is two seasons straight. The division one payment and every single team receive this.
The second division of payments is the prize money based on the number to which the team finished. For example, the luxury car brand Mercedes received sixty-one million dollars for winning the title while Williams just received thirteen, for finishing at last. This feels right and pleasant but there’s more to it.
The third division goes to the long-standing team. As the name suggests, it is for the longest standing team, and not to mention the division name is synonymous with Ferrari. Hence, the division is also known as the Ferrari budget, as they are the ones who always get that. The sum of money is 68 Million Dollars.
Next is the constructor’s championship bonus which is 35 million dollars to Ferrari and Mercedes, Red Bull and McLaren for winning some titles that can be called miscellaneous in layman terms. Lastly, there are payments like Heritage payment to Williams ($10 Million), Ferrari ($35 Million), Red Bull ($35 Million), for signing the Concord Agreement first.
Where do the F1 Teams Spend their Money?
The above discussed all the primary sources of revenue for the Formula One management but it is not the whole story. Running a successful team in this speedy game is hard and as well as expensive. The cost of running a Formula One Team is humongous just because they have to work at the pinnacle of their efficiency. A little here and there and their team can lose all credibility. So they have to be cautious and active on all ends of effectiveness. They mainly spend on these four heads, namely –
Salaries
This head of income does not really need an introduction. Salaries are the most basic form of expense in any sort of business. In this domain of Formula One, teams have all sorts of labour available for their work. It has engineering people and marketing people to make team’s working a full-fledged operation. It also can include the payments to drivers of these supercars.
Research and Development
R and D, or simple research and development is not as easy as it sounds. It consists of all the scientific terms that you can think of in driving a car faster than light. It includes wind tunnel testing, race track testing and all sorts of testing that can make the racing a smooth sail. It is important that everything is perfect, to improve the performance of the game and the safety of drivers.
Production
Production means that part of the team is responsible for producing the car for the event. It starts with the manufacturing or procurements of new components. It can include reversing the engine and just that part can cost about 10 million pounds by itself. Thus, the production is what makes the car fit for racing at the speed of light.
Operations
Operations are all things that come in a business routine. It can include things like client entertainment, logistics for the car and the team, technology costs that are incurred to run the website and the marketing end of things. Operation costs can also include things like the fuel cost of the racing car. These are miscellaneous but when added, can become big
Conclusion
Above, we all read about the beginning of the sport of Formula One. What is shinier is the money transactions that it brings to the table. For speed lovers, Formula One is their favourite refuge. The sport has managed to get to the hearts of people from all over the world. This trend not only shows the success of Formula One but also provides testimony of the tendency in challenging the science of speeds.
The business aspect of the sport is as interesting as the sport itself, if not more than that. One may think and admire these sports as nothing but a leisure activity but they sure are way more than just that. The money-making capacities of such ventures almost never fail to surprise us.
FAQ
How much does it cost to run an F1 team?
It requires F1 teams approximately $150 to $200 million.
How much is F1 prize money?
In 2023, the total F1 prize money pool was estimated at around $1.2 billion, distributed among the 10 teams based on their performance in the Constructors’ Championship. The top team (1st place) typically earns over $140 million, while lower-ranked teams receive smaller amounts. Some teams also receive special bonuses like the Ferrari heritage bonus or long-standing team payments.
How much does Rolex pay to sponsor F1?
Rolex paid approximately $45 million annually.
How do F1 teams make money?
F1 teams make money mainly through prize money, sponsorships, merchandise sales, and partnerships. Top teams also earn from brand deals, investor funding, and selling technology or engineering services.
What is Formula 1 business model?
Formula 1’s business model is based on organizing global races, selling media rights, securing sponsorships, and offering premium fan experiences. It’s managed by Liberty Media through the Formula One Group, turning racing into a global entertainment business.
Which country has hosted the most grands prix since its first in 1950?
Italy has hosted the most Formula 1 Grands Prix since the championship began in 1950. The Italian Grand Prix at Monza is the only race that has been held every year without interruption since F1’s inaugural season, making Italy the country with the longest and most consistent presence in F1 history.
Are F1 teams profitable?
Some F1 teams are profitable, but not all. Top teams like Mercedes, Red Bull, and Ferrari often earn profits due to strong sponsorships, prize money, and commercial deals. However, smaller teams may struggle to break even because of high costs (around $135 million per season, even with the cost cap). Profitability depends on performance, brand value, sponsors, and how well a team manages expenses.
We live at a time when having the dream of being an entrepreneur is a good dream to have. The digital world has given us many opportunities which we can utilize and make our entrepreneurship dream come true. Sometimes starting early is a good thing. So, it is not something wrong to look for ideas of entrepreneurship when you are just a student.
Students are filled with an enormous amount of energy and passion. If they get the right direction and motivation, then they can outperform themselves. A student just needs the right mold which shapes them into the right piece. Students look for business ideas as theywant to start their businesses to earn quick bucks and experience which will later make them successful.
We live in the technology era, where with one click you can earn thousands of dollars, but you require the right skill and knowledge. With the right method, you can earn your pocket money or you can even give some gifts to your parents. There are only two rules for a student to start their online business without investment. First, identify the talent that you want to sell and showcase to the world. Secondly, the right medium to showcase your talent to the world. There are numerous methods available to start a business online and a few of the leading and proven business ideas for students without investment which are listed below, have shown astonishing value creation. Starting a zero investment business for students is a great way to gain experience, earn money, and build skills without needing any capital.
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Here are all those business ideas for students that requires zero investments.
Top Online Business Ideas for Students Without Investment | Start a Zero Investment Business Today
Become a YouTuber
Yes, posting an amazing video of your singing, acting, or dancing talent or making any quality content video on YouTube can generate plenty of opportunities. Posting videos on YouTube take zero investment but requires plenty of talent to create a viral video that has the potential to become the next sensation. But once you have the viral video content then the number of viewers will start to increase and then you have the opportunity to earn money by endorsing the brands. Many successful YouTubers are generating filthy money with quality content. Some are on an edge of becoming a celebrity and some are a millionaire.
YouTube is a great platform to bring a particular niche front of the world. Three hundred hours of video are uploaded to YouTube every minute and almost 5 billion videos are watched on YouTube every single day. YouTube gets over 30 million visitors per day. So you can understand the power of being a Youtuber.
Create a Group or Page on Social Media
If you like to spend your time on social media and you have plenty of friends on social media, then don’t waste your valuable time on ideal chit-chat and start turning your fan following into a business opportunity. Create a group or page of your interest and add your friends to it and it will act as a golden chance to do brand promotions and advertisements. Creating a group or page allows you to use affiliate marketing as a tool to earn money from different online e-commerce websites.
The easiest and simple way to earn money is by selling viral products on e-commerce websites, like eBay, Flipkart, Amazon, etc. If you have the talent for hunting good and in-demand products which are daily used by consumers then start selling your stuff online right now. Suppose, if you have the talent for creating personalized t-shirts, gifts, etc, then click the picture of your product and post it on the e-commerce website and if you are good at it then your products will be sold out within a few days.
Moreover, selling online is hassle-free as many e-commerce giants provide sellers with an opportunity to collaborate with them and sell their products with ease. From inventory management to shipping products and product photoshoots, all the services are provided by the online shopping portal. This is one of the great potential online business ideas without investment in India for students to generate excellent income.
Start Blogging
Business Idea for Students Without Investment – Blogging
If you have some piled-up thoughts inside you and you know the way to narrate them with correct words, then opt for the method of blogging instead of writing a diary. Publish some interesting stuff that you like and with which readers can connect. However, blogging is free on any platform, you will get brand proposals if you go for the paid domain and good hosting with a very professional interface and posting quality content. Blogs are a good source of income and the kind of best online business for students without investment.
In the initial stage, it will take time to get traffic to your blog, but slowly and steadily you will see a remarkable response from it. Think of a particular niche in which you are good. Do some keyword research to see the correct volume of your audience then start publishing two articles daily. This will push your blog into Google’s search engine and traffic will increase. Moreover, after decent traffic, you can publish a sponsored post and can link a Google Ad-sense account to show advertisements on your blog. Advertisements on blogs are a great source of business. This is a win-win business idea for students that will enhance their learning and also create a significant position in society. Blogging is the online business without investment for students where they can earn well.
Self-Publisher
You can easily write a book and publish it online to earn regular royalty on your masterpiece. Self-publishing is a real thing now, and there is no age limit. If you have expertise in any area of writing, then write a few thousand words about it and package it into an eBook. If you can write, there is great potential for residual income here (the best kind), especially if you snowball with multiple books.
Blogging and writing can be done simultaneously. An article that is a great source of information for all internet users can be converted into an e-book and can be featured on various online e-book platforms. You can even sell that e-book through your blog. This business idea is mostly adapted by upcoming writers. If you as a student want a wealthy career in writing then start with this idea today.
You can easily start a company and offer multiple services to people by being an agent. For example, start a babysitting agency online. Where you get in touch with the students who want to offer babysitting services and on other hand with the parents who regularly want babysitters. So, by this, you can earn a commission from both sides. It’s like an online placement agency, where you can earn quick cash by juggling your contacts. Not just babysitting you can even start with a brokerage for renting or selling out flats to potential buyers. On successful brokerage, you earn a handsome amount of money.
Start a PR Agency
You can start a PR agency, it’s not like you are going to deal with big media houses like big newspapers or TV Channels but you can easily partner with local news blogs or niche blogs (which include people with a huge following on social media) and find people who need publicity among a particular set of people. The process is simple:
You have to first find a client, it can be a shop in your locality, an online businessman in your contact, an event that is going to happen, and others.
Contact all the people who come to your mind. Ask them if they would be interested in the market of their product. Do not finalize the price on the spot.
Make a list of all the resources (Blogs, Instagram Page, etc.) to market their product, contact those people and ask if they can feature your content which will include a little promotion. They may ask you for money but you can also crack a barter deal by providing quality content for them.
Decide how much you want to take from your clients and make money. This is just one function of a PR Agency, you can take on a lot of projects from different clients who want to market their products. Once you have a good contact list of both, the bloggers and the clients, you can easily make a good strategy to make your business big.
Be a Freelancer
Best Online Business Without Investment – Homepage of one of the famous Freelancing websites
If you like to be your boss and want to work under your conditions, then be a freelancer and work as you want. There are numerous websites available where potential buyers advertised for freelancers and you can easily sign up for the job and earn some amazing money. There are websites for freelancers who can take work from numerous potential customers. These websites are easy to use and free to sign up for. No fees or charges are levied on undertaking any work.
Some websites pay you on an hourly basis and some are on a contract basis. There is no restriction and no bar to earning and learning as much as you want. Becoming a freelancer is currently a profession that is chosen by many top entrepreneurs and conglomerates. However, this is the best and ideal business idea without investment for students who want to make a good living during their student life. Freelancing is best business for students without investment.
Start Tutoring
Online learning is a trend. You can earn well if you are good at tutoring. Students weak in their studies seek tutors. You can tutor them either online or offline at your convenience.
You can help students with preparation classes for competitive exams. If you are good at programming, you can teach others by charging a certain fee. Tutoring is one of the most profitable online business with zero investment.
Sell Your Arts
You can use your creativity to come up with good Sketches and Paintings and sell them on Amazon, eBay, and other commercial websites. It will fetch you a good amount of money and will be a profitable business with zero investment.
If you know two or more languages, you can help people and businesses by translating documents, emails, or live conversations. This is important because companies are growing and need to talk to people in different languages.
All you need is a computer and good language skills. It’s a simple way for students to start a business with little to no money and a lot of opportunities. This can be one of the easiest and best online business ideas with zero investment.
Transcription Services
In this job, you listen to audio recordings and type what is said, turning speech into written text. It’s great for students because you only need a computer and good headphones, making it cheap and easy to start. You can work on your own schedule, which helps you balance your studies and get more done. Transcription services are mostly provided online and hence are considered as a profitable online business for students.
Affiliate Marketing
Online Business Ideas Without Investment for Students – Affiliate Marketing
Affiliate marketing is like being an online salesperson, but without the stress of a regular sales job. It’s a good business idea for students because it costs nothing to start and helps you make money while learning business skills.
As a student, you can share links from companies to promote their products or services. When someone buys something through your link, you get paid a commission. The best part is you don’t have to make or store any products. This is one of the best online business from home without investment.
Dropshipping E-commerce
Business Idea for Students Without Investment – Dropshipping E-Commerce
Dropshipping lets you sell products online without keeping stock or dealing with shipping. When someone buys from your store, you just send the order to the supplier, and they deliver it to the customer. This is a low-risk way to start an online store with little money upfront. To do well in dropshipping, focus on choosing a specific type of product, finding trustworthy suppliers, and building an easy-to-use website to show your products.
Virtual Assistant Services
A virtual assistant helps clients with creative and technical tasks from home. It’s a good business idea for students with no money to invest, especially if you’re organized and have good communication skills. You can do things like manage emails, enter data, schedule appointments, and more, all from your computer while balancing your studies.
In today’s visual world, businesses need strong and attractive designs to get noticed. A business with a weak visual identity may not attract customers. That’s where graphic designers come in. Graphic designing is a zero-investment business you can start from home. All you need is a laptop and design software. You don’t need a shop or a big team. With good skills, you can even work with top brands and earn well. You can help companies build their brand through great visuals like logos, websites, menus, posters, and more.
For example, a new restaurant might need a logo, menu design, and a website to look professional and appealing. Even big companies are always looking for creative designers to promote their products.
Business Idea for Students Without Investment – Pet Sitting
Pet sitting is a fun and easy business for animal lovers. Many busy people or families on vacation need someone to care for their pets. You can either walk dogs for an hour daily or look after pets for a few days or weeks while the owners are away. It’s a great way to earn money while spending time with animals, and it requires no investment to start.
There are plenty of ways to earn money and still, you will have time for your studies. So, don’t waste your energy and talent, and start generating some money and creating a strong base for your prosperous future. Starting your own business is a great option, with some proper skills and techniques, you can use them for your good and make your journey of entrepreneurship worthwhile.
FAQs
How to start a business without Investment?
Start with Something You’re Passionate About. Passion alone can move mountains for you.
Research Your Market.
Set Financial Goals.
Make the Content Shareable.
Build a Following.
Launch Something You Can Sell.
Which are the best business ideas for students without Investment?
Here are top 10 online business without investment or some investment ideas for students with minimal and no investment in online businesses:
Blogging
Podcasting
Dropshipping
Freelance Writing
Launch An Online Course Or Membership Site
Ghost Writing
Virtual Assistant
Affiliate Marketing
Translation Services
Tutoring
What made entrepreneurs successful?
Passion, resourcefulness, willingness to improvise, listening to others, and strong determination to succeed are what makes an entrepreneur successful.
For new founders entering the biotech or pharmaceutical industry, understanding the fundamentals of a clinical development plan (CDP) is crucial. A well-structured CDP is a roadmap, guiding a drug or medical product from preclinical research through regulatory approval and commercialization. Without this, startups can risk inefficiencies, delays, and increased costs.
This guide outlines the essential components of a CDP, so read on.
What Is a CDP?
CDP is a detailed roadmap for bringing a new drug or therapy to market. It systematically guides the evaluation of safety, efficacy, and commercial viability through structured phases, such as preclinical research, clinical trials (Phases I-IV), regulatory filings, and post-approval monitoring.
Furthermore, a well-designed CDP aligns scientific, regulatory, and business goals, reducing uncertainties while maximizing time, cost, and compliance efficiency. This strategic approach is critical for founders to mitigate risks and accelerate successful product development.
Leveraging astrategic clinical development plan early in the process can ensure alignment across all stakeholders, paving the way for long-term success.
Key Components of a CDP
An effective CDP outlines critical stages that are vital to navigating regulatory hurdles, securing funding, and ultimately delivering successful therapies to patients. Here are its key components:
Target Product Profile (TPP)
It clearly outlines the ideal attributes of a drug, specifying its therapeutic use, dosage form, target population, and key efficacy/safety benchmarks. Serving as a strategic guide, the TPP ensures all development efforts, from clinical trials to regulatory filings, remain focused on creating a product that meets both patient needs and market demands, while minimizing costly deviations.
Preclinical Research
Preclinical testing can rigorously evaluate a drug’s safety profile and pharmacological effects through laboratory (in vitro) and animal (in vivo) studies. These can assess toxicity, pharmacokinetics, and biological activity. The resulting data forms the basis for theInvestigational New Drug (IND) application, a mandatory regulatory submission that must demonstrate sufficient safety before human trials commence.
Clinical Trial Phases
The clinical evaluation process systematically examines a therapeutic candidate through progressively larger and more diverse participant groups. Clinical development is divided into the following four phases:
Phase I
Early-stage clinical research primarily examines a drug’s safety profile, tolerability, and metabolic characteristics in a controlled group of 20-100 healthy participants. These studies can help establish baseline pharmacokinetic parameters (absorption, distribution, metabolism, excretion) while identifying potential adverse effects and maximum tolerated doses, critical data informing subsequent therapeutic development.
Phase II
This critical research phase can evaluate treatment effectiveness and determine optimal dosage ranges in 100-300 patients with the target condition. Researchers measure clinical endpoints, biomarker responses, and dose-dependent effects while continuing safety monitoring. These controlled studies can help establish preliminary efficacy evidence and inform the design of subsequent confirmatory trials.
Phase III
This definitive stage rigorously evaluates treatment benefits and safety in hundreds to thousands of patients across multiple clinical sites. By testing broader, more diverse populations that reflect real-world use, researchers can obtain conclusive efficacy data while identifying less common adverse events. These results form the primary basis for regulatory approval decisions.
Phase IV (Post-Marketing)
These real-world studies can track a drug’s performance after commercialization, monitoring rare/long-term side effects and effectiveness across diverse populations. Required by regulators, they can provide critical pharmacovigilance data through patient registries, observational studies, and phase IV trials, ensuring ongoing benefit-risk assessment throughout a product lifecycle.
Regulatory Strategy
Early and proactive consultation with health authorities (FDA, EMA, etc.) can help align development plans with regulatory requirements. This collaborative approach accelerates timelines by preventing missteps and ensuring compliance throughout submission. Also, founders should take some considerations. For instance, agencies can provide critical feedback on study design, safety protocols, and manufacturing requirements, helping optimize development strategies and avoid potential delays in the approval pathway.
Additionally, special designated programs can enable expedited development of treatments for serious conditions. These pathways offer intensive FDA guidance, rolling reviews, and priority approval to accelerate patient access while maintaining rigorous safety and efficacy standards.
Manufacturing and Supply Chain
Inadequate capacity or quality control risks clinical holds, supply shortages, or rejection of marketing applications. Proactive planning can help prevent costly delays in drug development timelines.
Some considerations include adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), which ensure consistent production of safe, effective pharmaceuticals meeting quality standards. GMP covers facilities, equipment, materials, documentation, and personnel training. Non-compliance can risk product recalls, regulatory actions, or trial delays. Implementing robust quality systems early can help prevent costly manufacturing issues during clinical development.
On the other hand, efficient logistics ensure reliable delivery of investigational drugs to global trial sites while maintaining product stability and chain of custody. Robust systems can track inventory, expiration dates, and temperature control across multiple locations. Poor coordination risks trial interruptions, protocol deviations, or wasted materials, potentially compromising study integrity and timelines.
Risk Management and Contingency Planning
The inherently unpredictable nature of drug development demands proactive risk planning. Founders must systematically analyze vulnerabilities across all scientific, operational, and financial stages. Some common challenges include slow patient enrollment, unexpected safety findings, manufacturing delays, and funding shortfalls.
Effective mitigation combines contingency budgeting, adaptive trial designs, alternative recruitment strategies, and diversified investor relationships to maintain development momentum despite obstacles.
Why a Strategic Approach Matters
Structured protocols can enhance data quality for regulatory submissions, increasing approval likelihood. Demonstrated operational rigor attracts investment by showing prudent resource management and clear milestones. This disciplined methodology can transform scientific potential into viable therapies with optimal speed-to-market.
Furthermore, a structured approach ensures strategic planning maximizes ROI by aligning trial designs with clear endpoints, preventing costly protocol amendments. Smart budgeting prioritizes critical path activities while contingency funds address unexpected challenges. By incorporating regulatory feedback early and designing studies that address clear clinical needs, sponsors can also demonstrate treatment value while meeting stringent safety standards.
Lastly, a well-structured development plan can demonstrate operational competence and mitigate perceived risks, making ventures more attractive to investors. Clear milestones, risk-mitigation strategies, and regulatory-aligned endpoints can provide confidence in the team’s ability to execute, facilitating fundraising at higher valuations with better terms.
Conclusion
For new founders, a well-crafted clinical development plan is indispensable. By incorporating a clear TPP, rigorous preclinical and clinical testing, regulatory foresight, and risk management, startups can enhance their chances of bringing innovative drugs and therapies to market efficiently.
