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Representative image (AI) The economy of Pakistan is in a risky state due to its over-reliance on short-term foreign loans, according to business leaders and economists. Key figures are calling for urgent negotiations with friendly nations to extend loan repayment periods and implement structural reforms, as reported by Express Tribune.Vice chairman of the Pakistan industrial…
Georgia is one of those pretty destinations that is gradually becoming popular among Indian travellers. And to cater to the growing demand, here we discuss the e-visa process that can help one enter the country legally for short-term purposes without visiting a Georgian embassy or consulate. According to tourism officials, the first six months of…
A massive $45 billion worth of IPO lock-in periods are set to expire between January 6 and April 30, affecting 96 newly listed companies, according to a Nuvama report. This means pre-IPO shareholders, including promoters and early investors, will be free to sell their shares in the open market, potentially causing short-term price movements.The report,…
After one of its strongest rallies in decades, gold prices may take a breather in 2026, though the long-term outlook remains firmly bullish, analysts at ICICI Direct said on Tuesday.The report noted that US Federal Reserve rate cuts are expected in 2026, ongoing concerns over rising global debt, and questions over long-term Fed independence will…
Peter Schiff (File photo taken from X) Economist Peter Schiff, renowned for predicting the 2008 financial crisis, advised investors to buy gold while being cautious with silver. He believes gold is a bargain at $4,534 with minimal downside risk, while silver faces higher short-term risks despite its strong performance in 2025. Schiff recommended waiting for…
You don’t look at your portfolio like a long-term investor; you look at it like a daily scorecard. (AI image) “‘If I know markets go up in the long run, why do short-term losses bother me so much?’This is one of the most honest questions an investor can ask.On paper, you know the logic. You’ve…
US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (local time) signed a government funding bill to end a record 43-day shutdown that triggered financial stress to federal workers. The shutdown highly impacted travellers at several airports in US and led to long queues at food banks.He said, “I just want to tell you the country has never…
Last week the Donald Trump administration announced sanctions against Russia’s leading oil corporations, Rosneft and Lukoil. (AI image) Donald Trump’s sanctions on Russia’s oil majors are unlikely to prompt India and China to completely stop buying Russian crude, though short-term disruptions are expected according to an analysis by Kpler, a global real-time data and analytics…
Gold may be synonymous with festivals and weddings in India, but this season the metal’s dazzling rise has kept many buyers away. Even as shopfronts sparkle with festive offers, record-high prices have dulled demand for the yellow metal.On October 7, gold futures on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) scaled Rs 1,21,111 per 10 g, marking…
Railway equities experienced a significant uptick on Monday, driven by numerous contract wins and government capital expenditure initiatives.Ircon International saw a 6.8% rise, whilst RailTel Corporation of India increased by 6.5%. Rail Vikas Nigam and Jupiter Wagons rose by 2.8% and 2.5% respectively, with Titagarh Rail Systems and Indian Railway Finance Corporation showing gains of…
