The gold market has just delivered a masterclass in volatility. While the Economic Survey 2025-26 recently highlighted gold’s staggering 116% return over the past year, the market immediately countered with a “Metals Massacre.” On Friday, January 30, 2026, spot gold on the MCX plunged 4.87% to â‚ą167,095, while silver and major gold ETFs like Axis…
The global financial landscape of 2026 has arrived at a paradoxical junction. While the U.S. Federal Reserve has spent the last year easing the brakes, the latest signals from Washington suggest a significant shift: the Great Pause. For Emerging Market (EM) investors, a “pause” is rarely just a breather—it is a signal of caution. As…
The dismantling of independent central banks and rules-based trade is happening now—and it’s shaking global markets. Executive Takeaways This week exposed a financial system under raw political fire. Threats to indict Fed Chair Jerome Powell rattled institutions, cratering the yen to multi-year lows and propelling gold to all-time highs. Markets clawed back some ground, but…
The US is proposing a framework for India to access Venezuelan oil while maintaining tight control over its distribution and proceeds. This strategy aligns with efforts to reduce India’s reliance on Russian crude amid escalating trade tensions. US Oversight on Venezuelan Oil Washington plans to handle the marketing of Venezuelan crude to global buyers, including…
Tesla shares experienced a significant downturn on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, as the market reacted to NVIDIA’s aggressive move into the self-driving sector. The sell-off, which saw the stock drop roughly 5% to close at $430.87, was triggered by the unveiling of “Alpamayo”—an open-source AI platform that threatens to dismantle Tesla’s long-held competitive advantage in…
The dramatic capture of Nicolás Maduro by U.S. forces on January 3 has sent shockwaves through the global political landscape. While the situation remains volatile, for India, the shift in Caracas could signal the end of a long-standing financial stalemate and a chance to reclaim nearly $1 billion in trapped assets. 1. The “Frozen” Debt:…
China’s Factory Profits Plunge 13% in November—Deepest Drop in Over a Year Signals Urgent Stimulus Need China’s industrial sector hit a rough patch in November as profits cratered 13.1% year-over-year, the steepest decline in more than 12 months, per National Bureau of Statistics data.​ Weak Demand Drags Despite Export Strength Soft domestic consumption overshadowed resilient exports,…
The US has locked in a plan to move away from zero tariffs on Chinese semiconductor imports but will only start charging duties from June 23, 2027, giving global chipmakers a long runway to adjust. Washington says Beijing’s aggressive drive to dominate the chip industry is hurting American companies and has formally labeled those practices…
Goldman Sachs Sees Gold Surging to $4,900 by December 2026; Oil Prices Projected to Drop, Copper Still a Long-Term Favorite Goldman Sachs has forecasted that gold prices could soar to $4,900 per ounce by December 2026, representing roughly a 14% increase from current levels. The bank attributes this anticipated rise to strong central bank demand and supportive monetary policies, including potential…
Jefferies believes recent funding moves by Swiggy and Zepto won’t spark a price war in India’s quick-commerce space. Blinkit, owned by Eternal, holds its top position with superior profitability from rapid store growth and a focus on expansion. Key Analyst Insights Jefferies maintains a “Buy” rating on Eternal shares with an Rs 480 target, signaling…
