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When you throw pebbles in a pond, you get splashes and ripples, but drop a huge rock, you create a mini Tsunami. Similarly Geo-political turmoil, are potent enough to create tsunamis in financial markets, even if its for the short run. It has in the past, and it will in the future. De-stabilised Middle East, rise of new power in Saudi Arabia, aggressive China, Russia-US tensions, Turkey-Russia escalation, rise of autocratic but nationalists leaders such as Modi in India, Trump in United States, bin-Salman in Middle East, the Geo-Political unease hasn't been this tense in decades, so as a market participant you can never care less than ever.

Global Geopolitics Series

Push for a Commonwealth trading bloc further politicises free trade

Jan 27, 2017 02:23 am UTC| Insights & Views Economy

A UK-based lobby group has come up with an idea that has been endorsed by Australian and British politicians alike - a Commonwealth trading bloc. The Free Enterprise Group (FEG) made its case in its Reconnecting with...

Global Geopolitics Series

Global Geo-political Series: Mark your calendars for 27th and 31st January

Jan 26, 2017 11:37 am UTC| Commentary

Mark your calendars for 27th and 31st January for two important geo-political meetings of this month. On 27th, the UK Prime Minister Donald Trump is scheduled to meet the British Prime Minister Theresa May in Washington...

US under Trump Series

Global Geopolitics Series

Trump signs executive action to withdraw negotiations on Trans-Pacific Partnership deal

Jan 24, 2017 14:52 pm UTC| Commentary Economy

U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday signed an executive action to withdraw negotiations on Trans-Pacific Partnership deal. It was a signal to Democrats and leaders around the world that Trumps rhetoric on trade during...

Global Geopolitics Series

India has been a post-truth society for years (and maybe the West has too)

Jan 24, 2017 08:53 am UTC| Insights & Views Politics

Major social change does not happen within the space of a year. Yet, to a large number of observers around the world, the post-truth phenomenon seemed to emerge from nowhere in 2016. Two key events of 2016 shaped our...

Global Geopolitics Series

China steps up as US steps back from global leadership

Jan 23, 2017 00:50 am UTC| Insights & Views

Chinese President Xi Jinpings appearance at last weeks World Economic Forum shows global leadership is shifting, not drifting, toward Beijing. The most vigorous defense of globalization and multilateral cooperation was...

Global Geopolitics Series

Global cooperation is at risk just when our economies need it most

Jan 19, 2017 13:06 pm UTC| Insights & Views Economy

The world economy is fragmenting. We have seen the election of a crude mercantilist president in the US, the Brexit vote in the UK, protracted pain in the euro zone and the slowdown of growth in China. The immediate...

Global Geopolitics Series

Japan and South Korea's latest row could have deeper consequences

Jan 18, 2017 16:17 pm UTC| Insights & Views

Japan and South Korea have reopened an old spat over wartime sexual slavery, or so-called Comfort Women. The latest flare-up began when a bronze statue of a girl representing former comfort women was installed in front of...

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Economy

Biden to Host President-Elect Trump for White House Meeting

Biden to Host Trump at White House in Historic Meeting In a landmark moment for American politics, President Joe Biden will meet with President-elect Donald Trump at the White House on Wednesday, following Bidens formal...

Mass Protests Erupt in Valencia Over Government Response to Deadly Floods

Mass Protests in Valencia Demand Accountability for Flood Tragedy Valencia, Spain Tens of thousands gathered in the heart of Valencia on Saturday, voicing their outrage over what they say was a slow and insufficient...

Trump Confirms Nikki Haley and Mike Pompeo Will Not Join 2025 Administration

Trump Confirms Haley and Pompeo Excluded from 2025 Administration President-elect Donald Trump announced on Saturday that former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley and former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo will not join his...

U.S. Accelerates Missile Shipments to Ukraine Amid Escalating Tensions

U.S. Boosts Military Support to Ukraine with Expedited Missile Shipment The United States plans to accelerate the delivery of more than 500 interceptor missiles to Ukraine in the coming weeks, according to a report by...

Mauritius Election: Voters Weigh Cost-of-Living Solutions as Leaders Promise Economic Relief

Mauritius Election: Leaders Promise Economic Relief Amid Cost-of-Living Crisis Mauritius is set for a critical parliamentary election on Sunday as incumbent Prime Minister Pravind Kumar Jugnauth and rival coalitions...

Politics

XRP Price Set to Surpass Ethereum, Analyst Cites Trump Win and Ripple’s Global Expansion

An influential crypto analyst has predicted XRPs price could soon overtake Ethereums, driven by recent regulatory clarity, Ripples international expansion, and a favorable U.S. political shift. This ambitious prediction...

RFK Jr. on Trump’s Bold Public Health Purge Plan:‘If We Can’t Fire Them, We’ll Ship Them to Guam'

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced that a Trump administration would launch an aggressive restructuring of public health agencies on its very first day. Speaking to supporters and media, Kennedy stated that Trumps team is...

Trump Says He Won’t Invite Nikki Haley or Mike Pompeo to Join His Administration

Former President Donald Trump has firmly stated that former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley and former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo will not be part of his administration if he returns to the White House. Speaking candidly...

FBI Director Wray Rumored Set to Step Down Ahead of Trump’s Inauguration

FBI Director Christopher Wray is reportedly preparing to step down from his position, with sources indicating his departure could come before Donald Trumps upcoming inauguration. According to insiders familiar with the...

RNC Chairman Whatley: GOP Closely Monitors Vote Counting in Crucial Swing States

The Republican National Committee (RNC) continues to monitor vote counts in key swing states, according to RNC Chairman Michael Whatley. Amid a highly contested election season, Whatley emphasized the partys commitment to...

Science

SpaceX’s $2.9 Billion Moon Ship Reveals Spacious Design for Future Lunar Missions

SpaceXs latest prototype of its Starship Human Landing System (HLS) offers an inside look at the spacious, two-story design that could soon carry astronauts to the Moon. A central feature in NASAs Artemis program, this...

CDC Urges Second COVID-19 Vaccine for Seniors: ‘Protect Your Health This Season!’ Experts Say It’s Critical

In a recent public health announcement, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommended that individuals aged 65 and older receive a second dose of the 2024-2025 COVID-19 vaccine. This additional dose, the...

Breakfast Secrets: 'Fiber-rich Foods Are the Key to Weight Loss!' Experts Reveal Shocking Truth

Health experts often emphasize the importance of a balanced diet combined with regular exercise for weight management. However, for many, achieving these goals can be a daunting challenge. Instead of drastic food...

Scabies Surge Sparks Alarm: Doctors Warn Brits, 'Don't Ignore That Rash!'

Doctors in the United Kingdom are sounding the alarm over a dramatic rise in scabies cases, urging residents not to dismiss any signs of the itchy skin condition. Recent data shows that hospitals detected approximately...

Just 21 Minutes of Cycling a Day Is 'All You Need' for Total Health, Claims Expert

John Vinton, CEO of Aventon Bikes, insists that just 21 minutes of cycling each day can drastically enhance your health. This simple yet transformative practice can lead to a multitude of benefits, including reduced risks...

Technology

Ethereum Hits $3.2K, Surpasses Bank of America Market Cap as Bitcoin Soars Past $79K

Ethereum surged to $3,200 on Nov. 10, pushing its market capitalization to $383 billion and surpassing Bank of Americas valuation. The milestone coincides with Bitcoin soaring past $79,000 following the U.S. presidential...

$3 Dogecoin on the Horizon? Golden Cross Signals Massive Rally Ahead

With a pivotal Golden Cross imminent, Dogecoin is stirring excitement in the crypto world. Kevin Capital foresees a stretch to $1.80, contingent on Bitcoins performance, while Dima James raises the stakes, envisioning DOGE...

Shiba Inu's Whale Activity Hits 6.47 Trillion Tokens, Bulls Anticipate Major Price Breakout

The dog-themed cryptocurrency Shiba Inu (SHIB) witnessed a notable surge in whale activity, with 6.47 trillion tokens transacted in just 24 hours. This 150% spike highlights increased interest among major holders as Shiba...

Tesla China Sees Strong October with 40K Domestic Sales, Model Y Leads Market Demand

Tesla China recorded impressive domestic sales of 40,485 units in October 2024, marking a 41% year-over-year growth despite lower month-to-month totals. The Model Y maintained its popularity, accounting for 62% of Teslas...

OpenAI Restores ChatGPT Access After Brief Outage Impacting Thousands Worldwide

OpenAIs widely-used chatbot ChatGPT was restored on November 8 after a brief service interruption that left thousands of users temporarily without access. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman confirmed the outage lasted around 30...