The Big StoryIndia’s economy narrowly avoided a major shock last week as geopolitical tensions flared in the Middle East. The Iran-Israel conflict threatened to disrupt global oil supplies and escalate military tensions. Instead, the episode became a catalyst for India to accelerate its defense sector ambitions. A ceasefire was reached on Wednesday between Iran and…
The US dollar weakened and Treasury yields fell on Thursday, driven by expectations that interest rate cuts could come sooner than previously expected. The move came after a Wall Street Journal report said President Donald Trump could speed up the announcement of a new Federal Reserve chairman, who could replace Jerome Powell, possibly as early…
Gold emerges as top beneficiary from reserve diversificationEuro seen gaining in the short term; yuan poised for long-term rise As global trade fragments and geopolitical tensions rise, central banks managing trillions in foreign reserves are increasingly looking beyond the U.S. dollar. According to a report from the Official Monetary and Financial Institutions Forum (OMFIF), due…
The EUR/USD pair fell below the $1.15 mark on Monday as the U.S. dollar gained traction as a safe-haven asset. The move follows U.S. airstrikes on three Iranian nuclear facilities over the weekend, signaling America’s direct involvement in the escalating Israel-Iran conflict. Market participants are closely monitoring Tehran’s potential response. The dollar’s strength was further…
China’s recent export restrictions on six rare earth elements (REEs) and rare earth magnets have sent shockwaves through global industries. These materials are essential for a wide range of technologies, from clean energy to military applications. The electric vehicle (EV) sector is especially vulnerable, with some manufacturers warning of potential factory shutdowns if the curbs…
Tesla Stock Tanks as Trump Threatens to Pull Federal Contracts from Elon Musk’s Companies Tesla shares took a huge hit on Thursday after a public clash between Elon Musk and former President Donald Trump escalated. Trump hinted that Musk’s companies could lose their federal contracts, and investors didn’t take it well. The stock fell as…
Procter & Gamble announced Thursday that it plans to lay off 7,000 workers over the next two years, roughly 15% of its non-manufacturing workforce. In a statement, the company said it’s trying to become more efficient and reduce costs as it faces tougher competition. “There will also be some changes aimed at making the company…
Andrew Witty has stepped down as CEO of UnitedHealth, just weeks after the company slashed its annual outlook and missed earnings expectations for the first time since the 2008 financial crisis—a big blow during his time in charge. The surprise announcement came Tuesday, with UnitedHealth confirming that Stephen J. Hemsley, who previously led the company…
Gold’s recent price surge to over $3,000 an ounce, driven by economic uncertainty and de-dollarization efforts led by China, has propelled it to unprecedented heights. Historically, gold has served as a hedge during stock market downturns, offering diversification due to its low correlation with equities. However, with prices at all-time highs, past trends suggest that…
In today’s unpredictable financial landscape, investors are always on the lookout for strategies that can safeguard their portfolios during turbulent times. One approach that’s gained traction is trend-following within managed futures—a strategy that trades futures contracts across diverse asset classes like commodities, currencies, and equities to capture sustained market movements. Known for delivering “crisis alpha”…
