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…
Reliance Industries and Nvidia are joining forces to build AI infrastructure in India, announced Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang on October 24. During a conversation with RIL chairman Mukesh Ambani, Huang expressed his enthusiasm for the collaboration, calling it a remarkable opportunity for India, given its large population and vast pool of computer engineers. “This is…
Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) have been steadily withdrawing funds from the Indian equity market, with a notable sell-off of Rs 30,000 crore in the first fortnight of March 2025. This trend follows a significant outflow of Rs 34,574 crore in February and Rs 78,027 crore in January, bringing the total outflow to Rs 1.42 lakh…
Even after stepping down as the CEO of Berkshire Hathaway at the end of 2025, Warren Buffett’s final financial footprint left the world talking. With a staggering $370 billion cash pile—mostly tucked away in Treasury bills—many wondered: Why was the world’s greatest investor sitting on the sidelines? In a recent conversation with CNBC’s Becky Quick,…
In the latest business move, Hulst BV, under the control of Baring Private Equity Asia, has unveiled plans to divest its complete 26.63% ownership in Coforge, the mid-sized IT firm. This strategic step is anticipated to be executed through a significant block deal, with industry insiders disclosing key details. Key Details of the Stake Sale…
The Indian stock market witnessed a remarkable rebound last week, with benchmark indices Nifty and Sensex surging over 4%. This sharp rise was fueled by improved investor sentiment, increased foreign inflows, and favorable global factors. According to Ajit Mishra, SVP of Research at Religare Broking Ltd., while market sentiment remains positive, investors should exercise caution…
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), India’s leading software company, has undergone a significant organizational change under the leadership of its CEO K Krithivasan. This new operating structure comes into effect from June 1, following an extensive discussion with customers and associates over the past few months. Customer-Centric Approach Drives the Change Based on valuable feedback from…
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”…
India’s stock market witnessed a sharp downturn on Friday, April 25, with the benchmark Sensex plunging 1,075 points, or 1.35%, to an intraday low of 78,726. The Nifty 50 also fell sharply, dropping 368 points, or 1.5%, to hit 23,879 during intraday trade. Despite favorable cues from global markets, a broad-based sell-off across sectors pulled…
Introduction Stoicism, an ancient philosophy that teaches resilience and inner peace, has gained renewed attention in the modern world. At the heart of Stoicism is the powerful quote by Epictetus, “Act as if nothing bothers you.” In this article, we’ll delve into the Stoic mindset, explore the profound meaning behind Epictetus’ words, and understand how…
