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Traders price in three quarter-point eases in 2024. That is a sharp drop from more than six as was expected at the turn of the year. Never mind because that was enough to push Wall Street to fresh record highs while gold also scored a new record, jumping above USD2,200 an ounce last week. We have…

While in India early this year, I engaged in a rather long conversation with an experienced meditator and teacher from France to inquire about the ease of introducing Transcendental Meditation (TM) in her home country. She pointed out that the initial reluctance of individuals to delve into TM often stems from cost considerations. I conveyed…

Along with Japan, India has been the hottest Asian market over the last year. This article from Bloomberg may catch the attention of some people. With many already invested in the Indian stock market, I wonder how many more investors are available to sustain further significant gains from here? Here is a section: Indian equities…

Hey, investing is not just another job for me. It is woven into the very fabric of my life. Anyone can claim anything. This profession demands round-the-clock attention because the markets don’t rest, and the world keeps spinning regardless of where you are and what you do. I have been fielding inquiries from some new…

I came across an interesting article on “shrinkflation isn’t a trend, it’s a permanent hit to your wallet” by Alexis Benveniste for BBC that holds relevance for many especially those of us who are trapped in the lower income bracket. At first glance, shrinkflation may seem like a minor inconvenience, a mere adjustment in packaging…

I periodically recycle old posts on my blog to ensure that new clients can benefit from valuable content they may have missed and this post on alternative investments is one such example. Almost three decades ago, when I embarked on my journey into the financial markets, my fervent belief in diversification was already deeply rooted…

I’ll be hitting the road for the next couple of days, and my blog might go a bit quiet due to some less-than-stellar internet. Think of it as my posts taking a mini-vacation, just like I am. Fear not, my trusty TM-IM system will be on duty, managing those positions like a seasoned pro. No…

Bitcoin and gold have both recently reached record highs. If you were to pick between the two, which one would you prefer to own? Until recently, it was uncommon for Wall Street analysts and professional investors to seriously juxtapose the two assets. Bitcoin, often dubbed digital gold, has traditionally been regarded as a speculative investment…

In the middle of global economic and market challenges, navigating the trajectory of the US dollar can often feel like enduring a marathon of contentious debates. One recurring topic that emerges like clockwork is the direction of the local currency against the dollar and the purported necessity for investors to recalibrate their portfolios based on…

I periodically recycle old posts on my blog to ensure that new clients can benefit from valuable content they may have missed and this post is one such example. Obtaining my first black belt in Tae Kwon Do more than 30 years ago marked a significant milestone, demonstrating my dedication and perseverance in the martial…