Sadanand Date, a 2007-batch IPS officer, has taken charge as Executive Director at Sebi, heading the investigations department. Previously, Date served in key roles at the CBI, including Superintendent of Police in various branches. He also held significant positions within the Uttarakhand Police before his appointment at the market regulator.
Rising geopolitical tensions in West Asia and disruptions near the Strait of Hormuz are raising concerns over Indias LPG supply. With tanker movement slowing and imports falling, the government has prioritised household distribution and boosted domestic production while exploring alternative sources to cushion the impact of supply constraints.
India has clarified key aspects of the Press Note 3 framework governing investments from land-bordering countries, introducing a 10% beneficial ownership threshold and time-bound approvals for select sectors. The changes aim to reduce regulatory uncertainty while balancing national security concerns with the need to facilitate foreign investment.
Bitcoin hovered near $71,000 on Saturday as investors tracked macroeconomic cues and liquidity signals ahead of the upcoming US Federal Reserve policy decision. While Bitcoin and Ethereum saw minor declines in the past 24 hours, major altcoins were mostly lower, with Tron standing out as the only notable gainer.
Vijay, a 43-year-old IT professional, noticed his mutual fund portfolio fall Rs 1.5 lakh in 12 days, raising concerns about regular versus direct plans. Experts say short-term declines are driven by market volatility and geopolitical tensions, not plan type, and advise diversification, disciplined rebalancing, and a long-term investment approach.
Global markets face uncertainty. Canadian investor François Rochon suggests treating investing as an art, not a science. He emphasizes rational, disciplined company selection for long-term gains. Investors should focus on business fundamentals and avoid short-term market noise. Patience, humility, and rationality are key. Thinking in years, not quarters, helps identify enduring businesses and avoid value traps.
Oil prices are rising as the Strait of Hormuz remains shut. Analysts are watching for weekend developments in the ongoing war. The US has issued a license for countries to buy Russian oil, aiming to stabilize markets. The US and International Energy Agency plan to release oil from reserves. Concerns grow about potential damage to oil infrastructure.
European markets tumbled for a second week as Middle East tensions and inflation fears rattled investors. Industrial and mining stocks led the decline, with energy prices climbing amid concerns over the Strait of Hormuz. Analysts suggest the conflict's impact on inflation and interest rates might be less severe than feared, but market sentiment remains cautious.
Crude oil prices may surge to USD 120 per barrel soon. Extended conflict in West Asia could push prices to USD 150. Supply disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz are causing significant losses. Emergency reserves offer limited relief. A de-escalation could lead to sharp price drops. Indian crude prices on MCX might climb 20-30 percent.
