Stocks of defence firms surged in past few yrs, by over 1,000% in some cases, driven by narrative that they would gain from govt’s domestic procurement push. Now, those stocks are tanking.
PSUs & capex-linked stocks have been showing strong growth, driven by 'narrative' of Modi's infrastructure creation. Now, investors will likely rely on underlying company fundamentals.
SEBI paper proposes new eligibility criteria for stocks to qualify for futures & options market. The market's strong growth signals that norms need a review to protect investors.
It’s a geopolitical game changer. US, now, has primacy over oil-producing allies and adversaries alike — whether it’s Saudi Arabia or Iran, Nigeria or Russia.
The latest comment comes as New Delhi and Washington have yet to sign a trade agreement. India’s purchase of Russian oil has reduced, but Moscow remains top source for crude.
If deal goes through, Greece will be 2nd foreign country to procure vehicle. Morocco was first; TATA Group has set up manufacturing unit there with minimum 30 percent indigenous content.
Many of you might think I got something so wrong in National Interest pieces written this year. I might disagree! But some deserve a Mea Culpa. I’d deal with the most recent this week.
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