The escalation of conflict between Israel and Iran has significant implications for global stock markets and the broader economy, primarily due to the Middle East’s critical role in global energy supply and trade routes. Recent events (as of Friday, June 13, 2025) have already shown immediate market reactions. Here’s a breakdown of the potential impacts:… Read More »
Friday Evening: In Iran : 8:50 PM: Iran officially declares war and launches “Operation Promise of Truth 3.” Pro-regime media claim two fighter jets were shot down and an Israeli pilot captured, sharing alleged wreckage of an F-16. The IDF quickly debunked these claims as false. In Israel : 9:00 PM: Iran fires first wave of 100 ballistic missiles at Israel. Civilians take… Read More »
FIIs Turn Bearish in Nifty Futures – May 10, 2024 On May 10, Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) adopted a bearish stance in the Nifty Index Futures segment by shorting 11,110 contracts worth ₹2,005 crore. Despite this, there was a net open interest (OI) decrease of 11,594 contracts, indicating a mix of long liquidation and some… Read More »
FIIs Add Fresh Shorts in Bank Nifty Futures – May 09, 2024 On May 09, Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) continued to reflect a bearish outlook in the Bank Nifty Index Futures segment by shorting 2486 contracts worth ₹401 crore. This move was accompanied by a net open interest (OI) decrease of 1,136 contracts, clearly indicating… Read More »
The prospect of a nuclear conflict between India and Pakistan, though unthinkable, cannot be entirely ruled out in today’s geopolitical climate. With tensions rising in the subcontinent due to border skirmishes, political instability, and the possession of nuclear weapons by both countries, a worst-case scenario demands serious attention. This survival guide is crafted with the… Read More »
FIIs Strengthen Bullish Bias in Nifty Futures – May 08, 2024 Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) continued to build on their bullish positioning in the Nifty Index Futures segment on May08, buying 9,825 contracts worth ₹1,784 crore. This activity was supported by a net open interest (OI) increase of 4,411 contracts, indicating fresh long additions along… Read More »
FIIs Add Fresh Shorts in Bank Nifty Futures – May 8, 2024 On May 8, Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) continued to reflect a bearish outlook in the Bank Nifty Index Futures segment by shorting 2,245 contracts worth ₹365 crore. This move was accompanied by a net open interest (OI) increase of 1,125 contracts, clearly indicating… Read More »
The Bombshell Announcement That Shook Markets On a day that financial analysts were bracing for another volatile trading session, former President Donald Trump dropped a bombshell: a 90-day pause on most reciprocal tariffs. The unexpected move sent shockwaves through Wall Street, triggering one of the most explosive stock market rallies in recent history. But why now? Was… Read More »
1. The U.S. Debt Crisis: A Ticking Time Bomb The U.S. faces a 36.7trilliondebtburden∗∗(U.S.Treasury,April2025),with∗∗36.7trilliondebtburden∗∗(U.S.Treasury,April2025),with∗∗1.14 trillion in annual interest payments (CBO, Feb 2025). The biggest challenge? $7.2 trillion in debt must be refinanced in 2025 (Treasury Borrowing Advisory Committee). Key Problem: Higher interest rates = Catastrophic debt costs. Chart 1: U.S. Debt Refinancing Needs (2025) Debt to Refinance Interest Rate Scenario… Read More »
What is a Yen Carry Trade? A Yen carry trade involves borrowing money in Japanese Yen (JPY), which typically has low-interest rates and a weak currency. Hedge funds and other investors take advantage of this by borrowing in Yen, then selling the Yen to buy other currencies. With these proceeds, they invest in various risky… Read More »