When war does not move gold
Gold's response to geopolitical events examined against historical correlations with risk assets — and why the traditional safe-haven narrative is more nuanced than it appears.
Documented market thinking across cycles — covering asset allocation, market structure, and investor behaviour. Articles and interviews from Deccan Herald, CNBC TV18, CFA Society India, and more.
Gold's response to geopolitical events examined against historical correlations with risk assets — and why the traditional safe-haven narrative is more nuanced than it appears.
Lower access barriers are reshaping participation patterns and short-term market dynamics — and what this means for long-term investors navigating a noisier market.
Shifts in market conditions highlight changing roles across asset classes as stability returns — a forward-looking framework for portfolio positioning.
A reflection on the psychology of wealth pursuit in India — and how to channel it into disciplined, long-term financial behaviour rather than speculative shortcuts.
Precious metals performance in a tariff-driven macro environment — analysing the drivers and what the rally signals about broader investor risk sentiment.
Practical strategies for investors affected by SEBI's pause on overseas mutual fund inflows — and how to maintain international diversification within regulatory constraints.
A forward-looking assessment of Indian markets entering 2024 — reviewing the key themes that shaped 2023 and the allocation considerations for the year ahead.
An examination of mid-cap valuations and return potential during the 2023 rally — balancing the case for momentum with the risks of overheating in a frothy segment.
Navigating fixed income allocations when yields are elevated and central banks remain hawkish — a framework for duration management in a challenging rate environment.
Analysing the impact of the 2023 tax amendment on debt fund indexation benefits — and how investors should reconsider their fixed income strategy in the new tax reality.
An introduction to ETFs for the Indian investor — how they work, why they are structurally advantaged over traditional mutual funds for index exposure, and where they fit in a portfolio.
A practical guide to two of India's most popular non-equity instruments — fixed deposits and gold — covering the real risks, returns, and portfolio role of each.
A deep-dive presentation on how ETFs function — creation/redemption mechanics, NAV vs market price, liquidity, and best practices for institutional and retail investors. Delivered at the Cafemutual Passives Conference.
A CNBC TV18 segment covering the principles and practice of portfolio rebalancing — when to rebalance, how to do it tax-efficiently, and common mistakes investors make.
Examining the case for alternative assets and fixed income in a diversified portfolio — covering bond mechanics, yield dynamics, and alternative investment structures.
Breaking down SEBI's regulatory updates for passive investment vehicles — the implications for ETF and index fund investors, and what changes to expect in the passive fund landscape.
A practitioner's insights session for CFA Society India — examining ETF liquidity mechanics, bid-ask spread dynamics, and the factors that shape investor experience in the Indian ETF market.