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BT500 firms soar 40% in market cap but face tough challenges ahead
Firms that are part of the BT500 universe have had a pretty good year. The consolidated market cap of these companies jumped nearly 40% over the past year. But going ahead, these firms will have to navigate many challenges.

2024-12-22

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