Right now, there's great uncertainty across the world - things are changing by minute - tariffs pe tariffs are being imposed, and global trade has been rattled by Trump's tariffs... and all of this at a time when it was already disrupted due to the wars that have been taking place over the last couple of years. But even as Trump has at least currently paused tariffs on most countries besides the baseline 10%, he has ignited an all out trade war with China - and Xi isn't taking it lying down either. What implications does the fact that 2 of the biggest economies are in an economic war have for the world and when will we actually start feeling the impacts of the tariffs? Jonathan Starks, the CEO of FTR tells us - watch!
15 Apr 2025Gold prices on the MCX exploded on Friday, opening higher at ₹92,463 per 10 grams—well above its previous close of ₹92,033—and then surging to an all-time high of ₹93,736. MCX silver opened strong at ₹92,000 per kg, gaining momentum from Thursday’s close of ₹91,595. Watch!
11 Apr 2025Indian benchmark indices opened Tuesday in green while other Asia-Pacific markets also rose after Donald Trump paused tariffs on Canada and Mexico for a month. In separate negotiations, Canada and Mexico have agreed with the United States to pause planned tariffs for at least a month. President Donald Trump on Monday held off on his tariff threats against Mexico and Canada for 30 days after the two U.S. neighbors agreed to boost border security efforts. Watch!
4 Feb 2025As the US-China trade war intensifies, China wields its control over rare earth minerals as a potent tool against American pressure. Recent export controls on metals used in semiconductors signal a deliberate retaliation. China's new laws, like the unreliable entities list and export-control law, are operational and impacting Western firms. Green-energy tech manufacturers heavily relying on China's supply chain face uncertainty, with proposed export bans on solar-panel technology. Chip metal restrictions pose challenges for the US defence industry. However, China must tread carefully as potential blowback could affect its own commerce. #uschinatradewar
7 Aug 2023China's export curbs on gallium and germanium in response to US restrictions on high-tech exports highlight the escalating tech rivalry between the superpowers. As they vie for supremacy, global electronic product prices may rise, hindering India's digital progress and energy transition. Discover the implications of these actions and the urgent need for moderation to ensure a continuous supply of critical minerals for global development. Stay tuned for insights into the US-China tech battle and its impact on India's interests.
31 Jul 2023Join us as we delve into the intricacies of China's leadership and the recent insights provided by the China Development Forum (CDF), a crucial annual gathering. In this video, we peel back the layers of China's leadership, revealing the delicate dance of power, loyalty, and policy within the government, as observed through Premier Li Qiang's engagement with Western observers.
28 May 2023The law stipulates export controls over items of both civilian and military use, military and nuclear products, as well as 'goods, technologies and services' that are related to national security, including data related to them
1 min read18 Oct 2020The fear of a new trade war between the two countries is expected to increase the demand for safe haven assets such as gold, especially given the poor state of the global economy. Gold is a good asset class to have in your portfolio to provide diversification, but stick to a set asset allocation and don't go overboard.
2 min read6 May 2020The concern that China will use US technology to acquire military capabilities to challenge it is driving American policy
4 min read19 Jan 2020Oil was steady in Asian trading, with a calmer geo-political scene offset by lingering worries on the US-China trade war and on the supply outlook
1 min read15 Jan 2020The Union Budget contains details about the estimated receipts and the expenditure of the government for a particular fiscal year. The Budget is allotted for the upcoming fiscal year, which runs from 1st April to 31st March of the next year. Here is a quick guide on how the Union Budget is prepared