Project 2025 is a conservative blueprint of Donald Trump’s second presidency in the United States. It is aimed at reshaping government institutions by advancing conservative policies and limiting the influence of liberal agendas. Financial Gains From IMF Every year, the US Treasury Department analyses the financial impact of America’s contributions to the World Bank and …
Singapore’s contribution to India’s financial markets goes beyond private wealth management and hedge funds. It is the largest FII and the 8th largest institutional investor in India. FDI from Singapore is worth over $150 billion and is increasing. Singapore is second only to the US among the top FIIs in India. Besides the Singapore Government, …
Similarities to the Dot-Com Bubble The recent surge in US AI related stock prices, particularly in the technology sector, has evoked comparisons to the dot-com bubble of the late 1990s. This era witnessed a rapid rise in internet-related stocks, followed by a dramatic crash in early 2000. The current rally is fuelled by excitement over …
A $500 Billion Meltdown in the Semiconductor Market On Wednesday, Wall Street’s semiconductor index experienced a catastrophic loss of over $500 billion in stock market value, marking its worst session since 2020. This dramatic downturn was triggered by a report suggesting that the United States is considering implementing stricter export controls on advanced semiconductor technology …
Domestic investors have lapped up equities aggressively in the last few years. Digitalisation in the investment industry has made it easier to pick stocks with just a few finger taps on their smartphones. This digitalisation has crossed the geographical boundaries as stock investment is not only restricted to domestic stock exchanges. Thanks to different investment …
IPO Filing Triggers Positive Investor Response Hyundai Motor India (HMIL), the Indian arm of South Korean auto giant Hyundai Motor Company, filed a draft red herring prospectus (DRHP) with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) in June 2024. This DRHP outlined plans for an initial public offering (IPO) where HMIL would offer around …
Record AUM and Revenue Growth The key takeaway from the quarterly earnings report was a record USD 10.5 trillion in AUM, up by USD 1.4 trillion YoY, driven by consistent organic growth and positive market movements. BlackRock reported an 11% increase in revenue YoY, primarily fueled by the positive impact of markets on average AUM, …
Amazon’s Remarkable Stock Performance Shares of Amazon (AMZN) surged nearly 4% on Wednesday, closing at $193.61 and propelling the company to a market capitalization of over $2 trillion for the first time. This milestone makes Amazon the fifth U.S. company to reach this impressive valuation, joining tech giants like Apple, Microsoft, Nvidia, and Alphabet. Amazon’s …
In a notable development, the total market capitalization of all companies listed on the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) has once again surpassed Hong Kong, making India’s BSE the fourth largest equity market globally. Market Cap Comparison The market cap of BSE-listed companies stands at $5.19 trillion, slightly edging out Hong Kong’s $5.17 trillion. This positions …
Apple has once again claimed the crown as the world’s most valuable company, surpassing Microsoft in a significant market move. This milestone was reached on Wednesday when Apple’s shares surged over 2%, hitting $211.75 and elevating its market valuation to an impressive $3.25 trillion. In contrast, Microsoft’s market capitalization dropped to $3.24 trillion, marking the …
