Fiscal Framework & Macroeconomics: Fiscal deficit target set at 4.3% of GDP for FY 2026–27, signalling continued fiscal consolidation while supporting growth. Estimates include non-debt receipts at ₹36.5 lakh crore and total expenditure around ₹53.5 lakh crore. Capital Expenditure & Infrastructure: Record capital expenditure of ₹12.2 lakh crore allocated for FY 2026–27 — ~8.8% higher … Read More “Union Budget 2026: Key Highlights and In-Depth Analysis” »
Indian financial markets witnessed heightened volatility in January 2026, as investors navigated a mix of global risk aversion, pre-Union Budget positioning, and profit booking after the strong rally seen in late 2025. Equity benchmarks corrected meaningfully during the month, precious metals found renewed support, crude oil remained range-bound, and the Indian rupee weakened modestly against … Read More “Market Report – January 2026” »
The stock market is surrounded by fear, confusion, and myths for so many people. Some see it as a gambling arena reserved for experts in suits. Others believe it is too risky, too complicated, or only meant for the wealthy. These perceptions have kept millions of individuals from participating in one of the most powerful … Read More “Redefining Perceptions of the Stock Market” »
On January 22, 2026, India saw the release of its latest M3 Money Supply (year-on-year) data from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). This broad measure of money circulating in the economy recorded a 12.1% annual increase, markedly higher than market expectations and the previous readings. (Investing.com) What Is M3 Money Supply? Money supply refers … Read More “India’s Money Supply (M3) — What the Latest Data Shows” »
The year 2026 has begun with measured optimism across global stock markets. After the volatility and sharp rallies seen in previous years, investors entered the new year with a focus on earnings quality, monetary policy direction, and global growth sustainability. While most regions have opened the year on a positive note, performance has been uneven, … Read More “World Stock Markets in 2026 So Far: A Cautious but Constructive Start” »
Introduction The use of technology has become one of the strongest forces that influence international trade. The process of technology improvement has been steady, since the impact of steamships and telegraphs in earlier centuries, whereby the barriers are removed, more markets are created, and the modes of interaction between countries, in regards to goods and … Read More “The Role of Technology in Shaping International Trade” »
Market Report – December 2025 The Indian financial markets ended the calendar year on a steady and confident note despite crosscurrents in the global markets, the markets held its ground. The equity standards converged to near record highs, precious metals were selective in buying and crude oil leveled off after several months of losings and … Read More “Market Report – December 2025” »
World Economy in 2025: Stability Without Momentum A Money Federation Special Analysis The global economy by 2025 will be at a precarious crossroads, beyond the volatile period brought about by crisis, but not a harmonized global growth. Although recession anxieties that have characterized the previous years have been generally mitigated, expansion is still limited by … Read More “World Economy in 2025” »
The year 2025 was one of the most defining and disrupted years of the Indian stock markets in the recent past. It was characterized by acute volatility, changing international forces, high investor flows on records and high structural momentum. Here’s how the story unfolded: A Slow Start and Early Weakness Market sentiment at the beginning … Read More “The Journey of the Indian Stock Markets in 2025” »
Over the past few years, Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) has become a major focus in the corporate world. Investors, customers, employees, and regulators increasingly expect companies to operate responsibly—not just profitably. This shift has sparked an ongoing debate: do ESG initiatives help or hurt profitability, or can companies achieve both realistically? Understanding ESG and … Read More “ESG vs. Profitability: Can Companies Balance Both?” »
