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Gold prices declined due to optimism surrounding potential US-China trade discussions. This reduced the demand for safe-haven assets. Investors are closely monitoring the US Federal Reserve s policy decision. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng will meet. They will explore possible resolutions to trade tensions. The market s focus is on the Federal Open Market Committee meeting.

Following India s precision strikes on terror hubs, the market experienced an initial dip, with the Sensex falling. Experts suggest the market impact will depend on the opposing side s response, considering the strikes focused nature. Brokerages recommend strategic investment during this dip, highlighting opportunities in Bank of Baroda, KEI Industries, and CG Power.

Sanjeev from Pune aims for a Rs 2 crore corpus in five years through a Rs 1.27 lakh monthly SIP. However, a financial expert flagged his portfolio s overexposure to small- and mid-cap funds, constituting 67% of his investments. The expert recommended a more balanced asset allocation, suggesting diversification into safer, diversified equity funds to mitigate risk and ensure long-term stability.

Raamdeo Agrawal of Motilal Oswal Group anticipates a shift towards tangible assets for wealth creation. He highlights infrastructure projects as a key opportunity. Agrawal notes Berkshire Hathaway s potential move into hard assets under new leadership. He suggests they might invest in cross-country infrastructure. He also observes Berkshire Hathaway s large cash reserves.

​We have shown the skill to do this in the past. I hope we will show the skill to do this in the current situation also, that would be my expectation. I do not expect a runaway escalation. But could there be more than one step of escalation is possible and yet I would say I do not think we are going to go for any kind of all-out war.

Despite the Nifty and Sensex showing positive trends in 2025, the SME sector is struggling, with nearly 80% of stocks trading in the red. This underperformance is attributed to high volatility, weak liquidity, and poor fundamentals, exacerbated by speculative trading. Experts advise caution and a research-driven approach, emphasizing fundamentally strong businesses for potential long-term opportunities.

Despite recent military actions between India and Pakistan, the Indian stock market has shown resilience, mirroring historical trends where geopolitical tensions lead to only temporary dips. Operation Sindoor, India s recent strike, barely affected the market, which quickly recovered, buoyed by strong financial inflows and robust macroeconomic fundamentals.

Warren Buffett and Nita Ambani showcase contrasting lifestyles. Buffett enjoys Coca-Cola and fast food. Nita Ambani prefers beetroot juice and yoga. Buffett links longevity to happiness. Ambani promotes fitness and mindful nutrition. Both leaders have remained active in their respective fields. They offer different paths to endurance. They continue to lead major institutions.

Asian Paints is expected to report a muted Q4 FY25, with revenue likely falling 1–3% YoY and PAT dropping up to 14%. Analysts cite weak urban demand, margin pressure from competition, and higher costs. FY26 outlook remains cautiously optimistic on improving discretionary demand.