At first glance, the renewed tension between the United States and Venezuela looks familiar...sanctions, oil, geopolitics, and yet another flashpoint in Latin America. But this conflict is no longer just about barrels of crude or political ideology. It sits at the intersection of energy security, financial dominance, and a global power balance that is slowly shifting. Markets reacted instantly. The US dollar strengthened after weeks of softness. Gold prices moved higher. Inv

The year 2025 was not a blockbuster year for equity markets - but it was an important one. For India, it marked a phase of consolidation, resilience, and structural strengthening, even as global markets grappled with high interest rates, geopolitical tensions, and uneven growth. Rather than a sharp rally, Indian equities delivered measured, earnings-led returns, standing out within a fragmented emerging-market landscape.

Indian investors face one steady challenge. The rupee keeps losing value against the dollar. In 2015, USD INR was ₹66, and today it is around ₹89. That means the rupee has weakened by 34% in ten years. Even a small 3% to 4% depreciation every year becomes a big loss over time. It quietly reduces the real returns on all rupee investments. This is why more investors are looking for assets that protect them from this continuous slide. Why S&P 500 Feeder Funds Work Well S&P 500 f

It sounds like the perfect idea. Buy gold with just a few taps on your phone, skip the jeweller, and own pure 24K gold stored safely in a vault somewhere. That is the promise of digital gold, and it has taken India by storm.

Gold, revered for centuries as a store of wealth and a hedge against uncertainty, seldom moves in straight lines. It is subject to powerful economic forces that can trigger sharp rises or falls. Throughout recent history, gold has experienced notable corrections surpassing 25%, usually amid shifts in interest rates, the strength of the US dollar, and broader market sentiment. Understanding these cycles can help investors navigate today’s complex market and anticipate what the

Investing in today's world can often feel like navigating through unpredictable weather. Whether it’s a booming economy, a demonetization shock, or a sudden market downturn, economic conditions can shift rapidly. But what if there was a way to make your investment strategy resilient across all seasons? Enter the "Permanent Portfolio", a simple yet powerful strategy designed to protect and grow your wealth, regardless of the economic climate. What is the Permanent Portfolio? T

Everyone’s talking about silver exploding past $47 an ounce. Social media is buzzing, and investors are scrambling to get in before “it’s...

The first instinct for many investors is to hit the sell button, but history shows that panic selling is the costliest mistake. Corrections typically last three to six months, after which markets recover. The smarter approach is to align your strategy with your investor personality.

Global gold demand held steady in volume terms at 1,249 tonnes in Q2, up 3% year-on-year, but in value it surged to a record-breaking US$132 billion. Prices averaged over US$3,280/oz, making this one of the strongest pricing environments on record. It begs the question every investor is asking: Should I buy gold now, or is the rally peaking?

India's inflation numbers in May 2025 certainly made headlines, hitting a remarkable six-year low with the headline Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation at just 2.82%. That sounds like great news, right?

Overall silver demand has increased substantially, growing at an estimated annual rate of 16-17%. Pre-2022, annual demand figures typically ranged from 900 to 1100 million ounces. In contrast, from 2022 to 2024, demand has consistently exceeded 1200 million ounces.