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Economy 6/24/2026

After SpaceX's Mega IPO, Brokers Rush to Unlock Wall Street for Indian Investors

SpaceX's colossal Initial Public Offering has sent tremors across global financial markets, directly fueling a frantic rush among India's top brokerage firms and fintech platforms to democratize access to Wall Street for millions of Indian investors. The Elon Musk-led aerospace giant's market debut, reportedly the largest IPO in history, is serving as a powerful catalyst, igniting an unprecedented demand among Indians eager to tap into high-growth US equities and the burgeoning artificial intelligence sector.

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After SpaceX's Mega IPO, Brokers Rush to Unlock Wall Street for Indian Investors
Economy 6/24/2026

MSCI delays Indonesia’s market status review until November

MSCI has once again punted its decision on Indonesia's market classification, pushing the critical review until November 2026. This delay extends months of investor anxiety and keeps Jakarta on high alert, as the global index provider seeks more concrete evidence that Indonesia's promised capital market reforms are actually working on the ground. The move underlines MSCI's cautious stance, acknowledging recent positive steps while maintaining the threat of a potential downgrade that could trigger billions in capital outflows.

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MSCI delays Indonesia’s market status review until November
Economy 6/24/2026

Japan Flash PMI Shows Brighter Growth Picture In June But Price Pressures Run Close To Survey Highs

Japan's economic engine is revving up, with the S&P Global Japan Composite PMI Output Index hitting a three-month high of 52.5 in June, signaling robust private sector expansion. This growth, however, comes with a potent inflationary sting as firms grapple with accelerating input costs—now at their highest since July 2022—largely driven by geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.

Editorial Team1 min
Japan Flash PMI Shows Brighter Growth Picture In June But Price Pressures Run Close To Survey Highs
Economy 6/24/2026

Gold, silver prices crash: Silver falls Rs 10000, gold crashes Rs 3000, now selling for Rs..., check latest gold, silver rates in Delhi, Noida, Mumbai, Chennai, Bengaluru, Kolkata, Lucknow

In a dramatic turn for Indian markets, gold and silver prices saw a significant crash on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, bringing a sigh of relief to consumers after months of record highs. Silver plummeted by a substantial Rs 10,566 per kilogram, settling around Rs 2.27 lakh, while 24-carat gold shed Rs 2,522 per 10 grams, trading near Rs 1.45 lakh in major cities like Delhi, Mumbai, and Kolkata. This sharp decline has quickly reshaped the landscape for precious metal investors and buyers across the nation.

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Gold, silver prices crash: Silver falls Rs 10000, gold crashes Rs 3000, now selling for Rs..., check latest gold, silver rates in Delhi, Noida, Mumbai, Chennai, Bengaluru, Kolkata, Lucknow
Economy 6/23/2026

Kospi crash, SpaceX fall: Is bull-run in AI-related stocks nearing an end?

The glittering bull run in AI-related stocks, a defining force in global markets, appears to be losing some of its shine, sparking concerns among investors and analysts. Following a notable dip in South Korea's Kospi Index and renewed scrutiny on high-flying private market valuations like SpaceX, market watchers are questioning if the party for AI darlings is nearing an end, shifting from explosive growth to a more cautious outlook.

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Kospi crash, SpaceX fall: Is bull-run in AI-related stocks nearing an end?
Economy 6/23/2026

Hanoi approves support policies for private enterprises in five key sectors

Hanoi's recent approval of robust support policies for private businesses in five critical sectors marks a significant step to cement its role as a national economic powerhouse. This move, greenlit by the Hanoi People's Council, aims to unleash private sector potential and drive innovation, positioning the capital for accelerated growth.

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Hanoi approves support policies for private enterprises in five key sectors
Economy 6/23/2026

Japan finance minister held emergency call with Bessent as yen nears 40-year low

Japan's Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama held an urgent online call with US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent late Monday, as the Japanese Yen teetered perilously close to a 40-year low against the US Dollar, sparking intense speculation of impending currency intervention. The high-level talks, confirmed by Katayama on Tuesday, underscore Tokyo's deepening concerns as the yen hovered around 161.6 against the dollar, just shy of the critical 161.96 level not seen since December 1986.

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Japan finance minister held emergency call with Bessent as yen nears 40-year low
Economy 6/23/2026

Greenspan's 'irrational exuberance' warning has a lesson for the AI rally: Chart of the Day

The booming AI Rally is sparking serious déjà vu on Wall Street, drawing comparisons to the dot-com era's 'irrational exuberance' warning from former Federal Reserve Chairman Alan Greenspan, who recently passed away at 100 on June 22, 2026. With AI stocks driving a highly concentrated market run, questions are mounting about whether current valuations reflect genuine innovation or a speculative frenzy. Several analysts point to metrics like the Shiller CAPE Ratio hitting levels not seen since the year 2000, signaling potential overheating in a handful of tech giants.

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Greenspan's 'irrational exuberance' warning has a lesson for the AI rally: Chart of the Day
Economy 6/23/2026

Business News | Global Risks Persist Despite US-Iran Truce, but India Backed by Strong Fundamentals: RBI

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has underscored that global economic risks remain stubbornly high, even as an interim peace agreement between the US and Iran offers a glimmer of relief. Despite this fragile geopolitical truce, which has seen the Strait of Hormuz reopen, the RBI maintains that the broader international landscape is far from stable, though it notes India's economy is positioned with significantly stronger fundamentals to weather the ongoing storm. This assessment comes directly from the RBI's latest June 2026 bulletin and recent Monetary Policy Committee meetings, painting a complex picture of cautious optimism for India amid global turbulence.

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Business News | Global Risks Persist Despite US-Iran Truce, but India Backed by Strong Fundamentals: RBI
Economy 6/22/2026

Rate Cuts Are Now the Forbidden Word

The Federal Reserve has just sent a shockwave through global markets, firmly pushing back against any lingering hopes of imminent rate cuts. Under new Chair Kevin Warsh, the Fed's latest Summary of Economic Projections (SEP) revealed that nearly half of policymakers now anticipate at least one interest rate hike before the year is out, a dramatic shift from earlier expectations of easing. This hawkish pivot underscores persistent inflation and robust economic data, making 'rate cuts' truly the forbidden words in financial circles.

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Rate Cuts Are Now the Forbidden Word
Economy 6/22/2026

China To Allow Qualified Foreign Firms To List On Domestic Stock Exchanges

In a significant move aimed at supercharging its economy and wooing back global capital, China has just unveiled a comprehensive action plan allowing qualified foreign companies to list directly on its domestic stock exchanges. The new policy, jointly announced by Beijing's Ministry of Commerce, the National Development and Reform Commission, and the Ministry of Finance on Monday, is a clear signal of China's intent to deepen its capital markets and boost investor confidence. Following the announcement, mainland Chinese equities, including the CSI 300 and Shanghai Composite Index, saw early gains, while Hong Kong stocks, represented by the Hang Seng Index, remained under pressure.

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China To Allow Qualified Foreign Firms To List On Domestic Stock Exchanges
Economy 6/22/2026

Korea Mulls Steps to Rein In Leveraged Samsung, SK Hynix ETFs - Bloomberg.com

South Korea's financial watchdog, the Financial Supervisory Service (FSS), is now actively mulling strict measures to rein in highly speculative single-stock leveraged Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) tied to tech giants Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix. FSS Governor Lee Chan-jin openly voiced his 'regret' over the hurried approval of these products, comparing their operation to 'gambling' that disproportionately benefits brokerage firms while exposing retail investors to significant risk. Launched just last month, these ETFs have exploded in popularity, pushing the regulator to consider intervention to cool down an overheated market.

Editorial Team1 min
Korea Mulls Steps to Rein In Leveraged Samsung, SK Hynix ETFs - Bloomberg.com
Economy 6/22/2026

Britain's economic woes fuel Brexit discontent a decade after EU exit

The latest reports confirm that Britain's economy is significantly weaker a decade after its 2016 vote to leave the European Union, with expert analyses revealing a cumulative drag on GDP, investment, and productivity. This sustained economic underperformance is now openly fueling widespread public discontent and increasing calls for closer ties with the EU, marking a stark contrast to the initial promises of a revitalized, independent Britain. A recent National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER) study estimates the UK's GDP is 6-8% lower than it would have been without Brexit by the end of 2025.

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Britain's economic woes fuel Brexit discontent a decade after EU exit
Economy 6/22/2026

PBOC is expected to set the USD/CNY reference rate at 6.7733– Reuters estimate

The People's Bank of China (PBOC) has set its daily USD/CNY reference rate for June 22, 2026, at 6.8150, notably weaker than Reuters' estimate of 6.7733. This unexpected softer fixing signals a deliberate move by Beijing to tolerate a weaker yuan, primarily to bolster its export competitiveness and support a mixed domestic economic recovery.

Editorial Team1 min
PBOC is expected to set the USD/CNY reference rate at 6.7733– Reuters estimate
Economy 6/22/2026

FPIs temper selling but derivatives bets still signal caution

Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) are currently sending mixed signals to the Indian stock market. While they've shown some buying interest in the cash market, scooping up ₹7,778 crore worth of shares last week, their bets in the derivatives market suggest lingering caution. This hesitation comes even as the Nifty saw a modest 1.65% gain last week, highlighting a deeper unease among global investors about Indian equities.

Editorial Team1 min
FPIs temper selling but derivatives bets still signal caution
Economy 6/21/2026

Food inflation falls to 17-month low, but civil society warns households still under pressure

South Africa is navigating a complex economic landscape where food inflation has surprisingly dropped to a 17-month low of 1.6% in May 2026, offering a rare bit of good news for grocery shoppers. Yet, this relief is overshadowed by a jump in overall consumer inflation to 4.5% during the same month, primarily fueled by soaring fuel and utility costs, leaving civil society groups to warn that households are still facing immense pressure.

Editorial Team1 min
Food inflation falls to 17-month low, but civil society warns households still under pressure
Economy 6/21/2026

Democrats thought Fed Chair Kevin Warsh would be a Trump loyalist — his opening move proves he’s nothing of the sort - New York Post

Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh has, in his inaugural policy moves, dramatically reset expectations for the world's most powerful central bank, delivering a pointed message of independence that squarely defies the Trump administration's long-standing calls for lower interest rates. Just weeks after being sworn in, Warsh led the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) to a unanimous decision to hold interest rates steady at 3.50%-3.75% and, more strikingly, ushered in a new era of communication by omitting his own projection from the closely watched 'dot plot' and issuing a significantly pared-down policy statement.

Editorial Team1 min
Democrats thought Fed Chair Kevin Warsh would be a Trump loyalist — his opening move proves he’s nothing of the sort - New York Post
Economy 6/21/2026

They Looked Like They Were Getting Rich on Polymarket—but None of It Was Real - WSJ

Polymarket, the prominent decentralized prediction market, has been caught in a bombshell Wall Street Journal investigation revealing the platform allegedly paid college-age creators to stage fake winning bets on copycat versions of its website, fabricating nearly $1.9 million in supposed profits to fuel viral growth. This deceptive marketing campaign directly contradicts Polymarket's core pitch of auditable, on-chain transparency, particularly targeting American users even as its main platform remains largely restricted in the US.

Editorial Team1 min
They Looked Like They Were Getting Rich on Polymarket—but None of It Was Real - WSJ
Economy 6/21/2026

Rachel Reeves new tax plan is madness - one group of drivers will be furious

UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves is facing a fresh wave of outrage over her government's controversial plan to introduce a 'pay-per-mile' car tax for Electric Vehicles (EVs) and hybrids, slated to kick in from 2028. The proposed charge, which would see EV drivers pay 3p per mile and hybrid owners 1.5p per mile, is being lambasted by critics, including prominent motoring journalist Luke Chillingsworth, who argues it's 'madness' and a direct assault on essential workers and commuters.

Editorial Team1 min
Rachel Reeves new tax plan is madness - one group of drivers will be furious
Economy 6/21/2026

Rare earths: the Chinese monopoly to make the economy tremble

China's economic weaponization of rare earths has dramatically escalated, with recent data revealing negligible shipments of key heavy rare earths to Japan, a direct consequence of ongoing diplomatic friction over Taiwan. This move underscores Beijing's tightening grip on critical mineral supply chains, even as G7 nations just committed in Évian to a concerted effort to significantly reduce their reliance on any single supplier by 2030 through massive investments and coordinated strategies.

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Rare earths: the Chinese monopoly to make the economy tremble
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