Indian Markets Cautious Ahead of Union Budget Week

Indian equity markets face a cautious, holiday-shortened week with elevated volatility as investors await the Union Budget for FY26-27. Persistent FII outflows, geopolitical risks, and mixed Q3 earnings weigh on sentiment while technical indicators signal

Fed's Bowman Remakes Bank Oversight, Cuts Staff

Federal Reserve Vice Chair Michelle Bowman is implementing sweeping changes to bank supervision, reducing staff, and revising rules, while facing internal tensions and political pressure from the Trump administration.

Boeing Sees More Dreamliner Orders in India

Boeing anticipates increased orders for its 787 Dreamliners in India's growing aviation market, with Air India operating 33 aircraft. The company remains confident despite tariff concerns and recent challenges.

Bank of Baroda to Raise $500 Million via Offshore Bonds

Bank of Baroda, India's second-largest public sector bank, is preparing to raise approximately $500 million through US dollar bonds under its $4 billion medium-term note programme, targeting non-US investors in Europe and Asia.

Gold Hits $5,000, Kiyosaki Predicts $27,000 Surge

Gold prices soared past $5,000 per ounce for the first time, prompting Robert Kiyosaki to reaffirm his bullish outlook with a $27,000 target. The surge is driven by geopolitical risks, dollar weakness, and safe-haven demand.

Silver's 200% Rally vs Gold's 80% Rise Sparks Portfolio Shift

Silver prices have surged over 200% in 12 months, outperforming gold's 80% rise, compressing the gold-silver ratio to near 50. Motilal Oswal advises rebalancing portfolios toward gold for near-term stability while maintaining long-term silver exposure.

Budget 2026 Income Tax Expectations: Taxpayers Await Relief

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present Union Budget 2026 on February 1. Taxpayers hope for income tax cuts, higher standard deduction, and TDS rationalization, following last year's reforms that benefited the middle class.

UK Remote Work Decline as Job Market Weakens

Britain's work-from-home experiment is reversing as remote job listings plummet 42% and office-based roles surge, driven by rising unemployment and shifting employer power.

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