Business & Economy: With global markets on edge and trade tensions lingering, all eyes are on what Fed Chair Jerome Powell says next—and what it could mean for the world’s biggest assets. The stakes are massive for everyone.

All eyes on the Fed: Dollar wavers ahead of key rate call and trade uncertainty

Geopolitical tensions between India and Pakistan often rattle investor nerves in the short term, but history shows that the indian stock market tends to recover quickly, sometimes even gaining ground during conflict periods.

Will an Indo-Pak conflict affect your returns?

Financial markets have had their wildest week for years. But for all the drama, the outlook for the global economy and markets looks much like it did 7 days ago. The craziness doesn't stop here. After the huge swings in sentiment seen over the past couple of weeks, a quieter macro environment is expected in what is a shortened week due to Easter. But U.S. average tariffs on the world have jumped to 28 percent from just 2.5 percent.

Sentiment slumps on US stagflation fears

It’s a bloodbath on the trading floors. Trump’s tariff offensive has triggered a global market massacre. Asian indices crashed, Europe followed, and Wall Street was bleeding for a third straight day. Are we seeing the early signs of a recession?

Trump sparks market massacre: Is US heading into recession?

President Trump has admitted there may be "a little pain" in the short term; he insists the plan will make America stronger in the long run.

‘Worse than 2008 crisis’: Mark Cuban warns of deep recession fuelled by Trump-era tariffs and cuts

Indian markets extend their winning streak, with the Sensex and Nifty50 rallying for the sixth straight session on March 24th.

Indian markets rebound on banking and tech strength

The world of markets and corporate boardrooms is in a state of flux. Growing tariff disputes are forcing businesses to reassess their long-term strategies, and as trade barriers rise, corporate profits are taking a hit.

Airlines, automakers, & retailers brace for slowdown

Business & Economy, US President Donald Trump's universal tariffs on all steel and aluminium imports coming to the country have rattled global currency markets. 

Why is the US dollar surging?

Indian equity markets saw significant weakness last week, with the nifty 50 and sensex plunging around 2.5%. The broader indices were hit harder, with midcap and smallcap indices dropping over 5%. This slump came as global and domestic factors weighed heavily on investor sentiment.

Indian Markets Tumble In 2025; Inflation Data Holds Key For RBI's Next Move

Investors are increasingly concerned that China risks sliding into an economic malaise that could last decades. Take a look at this report as we decode the alarm raised by markets over the deflationary spiral in China. Watch in for more details!

Markets sound alarm over deflationary spiral in China

In WION's global markets and economic health check for 2024, first, let's look at how top global markets performed in this year. Watch in for more

Global markets and economic health check for 2024

The early trading on Monday saw some volatility in Chinese markets as investors evaluated the possible effects of the assistance measures announced by the finance ministry over the weekend. On the other hand, bond investors are playing defence as confidence in the federal reserve's ability to lower interest rates wanes. Watch in for more details!

Chinese Stocks Fluctuate As Traders Assess Fiscal Support Vows

Let's look at how markets opened in Asia after wall street stocks took a hit from hotter-than-expected U.S. Inflation. Despite the uncertainty surrounding the fed's rate path, Asian stocks advanced. Watch in for more details!

Stocks On Wall Street Fall On Fed Uncertainty

This report explores India's consumer confidence as the festive season gets busier with some of the country's largest spending spikes expected soon. But can the spending boom support India's growing economy? Watch to know more.

India: Experts Predict Spending Surge Ahead Of Diwali

Wion's monthly global economic health check for September

Gold has reached a record high, surpassing $2,600 per ounce, Driven by growing global geopolitical uncertainty and the likelihood of further US interest rate cuts.

Rate cuts and uncertainty fuel gold rally

India's Foreign exchange reserves rose to a record high for a third straight week. Data from the reserve bank of India (RBI) showed on friday the country's import cover hit a new high in the latest reported week.

India's Forex reserves hit record high

We turn our focus to the central bankers gathering at the prestigious annual economic symposium in Jackson Hole this week. Central bankers are likely to discover they are more split than at any point since before the pandemic. Take a look at this next report to understand the growing divergence in global rate paths...

Jackson Hole symposium in focus

In a world where stocks and cryptos often steal the spotlight, gold has once again proven it’s more than just a shining metal. Recently, gold prices have glittered to new heights, reaching an all-time high of $2,500 per ounce. So, is it time to consider gold in a portfolio dominated by stocks or will the metal lose its fleeting sparkle? Take a look at this report to find out.

Gold outshines to hit record highs

Until the FED meeting on Wednesday last week, expectations were for the US Federal reserve to lay the path for rate cuts in September. But data since then has reignited recession worries. Now, the narrative on fed rate cuts is not - if, and when...But by how much? This next report tells you more...

US recession worries weighs on markets

We look at how markets opened this morning. Asian stocks were stuck in a range but mostly lower, tracking losses on Wall Street after the "magnificent seven" mega-cap tech giants' reported dismal earnings reports.

Tesla profit falls short again

Global markets: Cues to watch

As India concludes its weeks-long general elections, analysts anticipate significant market movements based on the election outcomes, with a focus on policy continuity and economic stability. However, concerns over low voter turnout and potential changes in capital gains tax add a layer of uncertainty. Take a look at next report for more…

India Elections 2024: Foreign investors watchful as India's election results near

Let's look at how markets opened this morning. Markets looked directionless, with Asian benchmarks range-bound after wall street stocks extended their longest losing streak since January.

Dollar takes a breather as investors reassess FED's rate path

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