Gold Overtakes US Treasuries: A Paradigm Shift in Global Reserves In 2026, gold overtakes US Treasuries to become the largest foreign asset held by central banks worldwide. This historic milestone signals a fundamental change in global reserves strategy, with gold holdings reaching nearly $4 trillion, surpassing U.S. Treasuries at around $3.9 trillion. Why Gold Overtakes … Read more
FDI surge in Indian financial sector has become one of the most significant economic developments in recent years. With foreign direct investment inflows crossing USD 81 billion in FY 2024–25, the financial services industry has emerged as a key magnet for global capital. For investors, this surge signals both opportunities and challenges in a rapidly … Read more
Gold prices and silver prices surged on Monday as investors rushed to safe‑haven assets following reports of US military strikes on Venezuela. Meanwhile, oil prices showed only a slight decline, reflecting resilience in global energy markets despite geopolitical tensions. Gold Prices Surge on Geopolitical Tensions Gold prices rose sharply, climbing more than 2% to breach … Read more
RBI Stress Test Projections Highlight Banking Sector Resilience The Reserve Bank of India (RBI), in its latest Financial Stability Report (FSR) released in December 2025, presented detailed stress test projections for the country’s banking sector. The findings reaffirm the resilience of Indian banks, with the Capital to Risk‑Weighted Assets Ratio (CRAR) standing at 17.1% as … Read more
RBI Financial Stability Report December 2025 Shows Strong GDP Growth The RBI Financial Stability Report December 2025 underscores India’s robust economic performance. The report reveals that GDP growth surged to 7.8% in Q1 and 8.2% in Q2 of FY 2025-26, driven by strong private consumption, infrastructure investment, and favorable financial conditions. The central bank noted … Read more
