📉 Stock Slump Alert! Asian shares plummeted on Friday as doubts over the artificial intelligence (AI) boom and renewed U.S. tariffs sent shockwaves through global markets. Major indexes in Japan, Hong Kong, and South Korea all fell over 2%, following Wall Street’s sharp decline. 💥 What’s Behind the Market Meltdown? AI Bubble Concerns 🤖💭 –…
The global cannabis industry is set for a major transformation in 2025 as more nations move toward legalizing cannabis for medical, recreational, and industrial use. This shift is driven by evolving public opinions, economic incentives, and changing international policies. Below is an overview of key countries on the brink of legalization and the potential impact…
The Indian stock market faced significant losses in early afternoon trading, driven by global uncertainties and weak cues from U.S. markets. Investor sentiment was dampened by concerns over Donald Trump’s tariff policies, reports of a new bat coronavirus strain in China, and escalating tensions between Russia and Ukraine. As a result, the Nifty index slipped…
Overview The December 2024 earnings season for India Inc. has showcased remarkable growth across multiple sectors. According to ACE Equity data, the combined profit after tax (PAT) of BSE 500 stocks surged by 15% quarter-on-quarter (QoQ) in Q3 FY25, reaching Rs 4.09 lakh crore. This also marks an 18% year-on-year (YoY) increase from Rs 3.47…
The Indian economy is witnessing a steady resurgence in momentum during the second half of the financial year 2024-25 (H2FY25), driven by high-frequency indicators, according to the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) monthly bulletin released on February 19. Industrial activity has improved over the previous quarter, as reflected in the Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) for…
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has relaxed certain compliance requirements for Research Analysts (RAs) and Investment Advisors (IAs), allowing them to inform existing clients about the Most Important Terms and Conditions (MITC) via email or any other preservable mode of communication. This move confirms a Moneycontrol report from February 5, which stated…
Tech Giant Faces €3bn Tax Dispute Over Non-EU SalesItalian tax authorities have accused Amazon of evading €1.2 billion in VAT payments, marking another major European crackdown on Big Tech’s tax practices. The claim involves sales of goods from China and other non-EU countries through Amazon’s platform between 2019 and 2021, according to sources familiar with…
Tata Motors, India’s leading electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, has seen its market share decline from 73% in 2023 to 62% in 2024 due to rising competition from JSW MG Motor India, Hyundai Motor India, and Mahindra & Mahindra. However, Shailesh Chandra, Managing Director of Tata Motors passenger vehicles and Tata passenger electric mobility, remains confident…
Macro Equities: Earnings This Week: FX & Commodities: Fixed Income: 📊 Investors await US CPI data and Powell’s testimony for further insights. Disclaimer: This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, investment, or trading advice. Market conditions are subject to change, and past performance is not indicative of future results.
🔹 Goldman Sachs’ Chief US Equity Strategist David J. Kostin flags tariffs as a key downside risk for the S&P 500 earnings forecast in 2025. 🔹 Q4 2024 Earnings: The S&P 500 saw 12% YoY growth in earnings per share (EPS), surpassing expectations of 8%—but new tariffs could harm future earnings. 🔹 Tariff Increases Ahead:…
