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…
Why is Transcendental Meditation “expensive”?
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…
Betting on India
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…
Plan, don’t pray
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…
To outsmart shrinkflation, invest wisely
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…