Saturday, March 07
US equities climbed on Thursday, recovering losses as President Trump eased tariff threats linked to Greenland. Major indices saw gains, extending a relief rally sparked by his softer tone at the World Economic Forum. Despite the rebound, indices remain lower for the week following earlier tariff concerns.
US natural gas prices have skyrocketed, driven by unexpected cold snaps boosting heating demand. With already low storage and robust exports, supply is tight. This surge is forcing power plants to reconsider fuel choices, while AI data centers add to electricity demand, creating significant inflation risks in the energy sector.
Indian stock markets rebounded on Tuesday, with Sensex and Nifty closing higher. Positive global sentiment, fueled by US tariff withdrawal and trade deal optimism, boosted domestic equities. While corporate earnings offered limited support, strong domestic demand remains a key factor. Investors await crucial US economic data and BoJ policy for future direction.
Responsible Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly becoming a business imperative for Indian enterprises, moving beyond ethical intent to a strategic priority linked with trust, governance, and long-term value creation, according to Nasscom's State of Responsible AI in India 2025 report.
Indian equity benchmarks opened higher on Thursday, tracking positive global cues after US President Donald Trump rolled back tariff threats against European nations. Optimism around a potential India-US trade deal also supported early gains, with broader markets and several sectors showing strong performance.
Housing policy has traditionally focused on economically weaker sections and lower-income groups—and rightly so. However, the middle-income segment increasingly finds itself without support, despite facing intense affordability stress in urban markets.
Financial author Robert Kiyosaki declared silver superior to gold in the Technology Age, calling it an "economic structural metal." He highlighted its price surge and predicted it would hit $200 an ounce in 2026. This comes as silver and gold reach record highs globally due to safe-haven demand, supply tightness, and geopolitical risks.
President Trump announced the US expects to receive around $600 billion in tariff revenue this year, with more anticipated next year. He linked this to increased investments, citing Apple's $650 billion commitment and Toyota's plans, attributing the surge to election clarity and his administration's protective tariff policy.
