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Gold prices remained broadly unchanged in India on Thursday, according to data compiled by FXStreet.The price for Gold stood at 13,965.84 Indian Rupees (INR) per gram, broadly stable compared with the INR 13,974.89 it cost on Wednesday.The price for Gold was broadly steady at INR 162,894.80 per tola from INR 162,999.50 per tola a day earlier.Unit measureGold Price in INR1 Gram13,965.8410 Grams139,660.70Tola162,894.80Troy Ounce434,394.00FXStreet calculates Gold prices in India by adapting international prices (USD/INR) to the local currency and measurement units. Prices are updated daily based on the market rates taken at the time of publication. Prices are just for reference…

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Trade-offs of the U.S. Government Taking Equity StakesThese equity positions seek to lessen U.S. dependence on China, help reshore manufacturing, and provide support for innovative U.S. companies. Yet, if not constrained, they can also pose risks, including the potential politicization of corporate decisionmaking.ProsStrengthens National Security and Supply Chain Resilience: An equity stake is one tool to allow the government to directly support firms in sectors where reliance on foreign suppliers—especially China—poses strategic vulnerability. This is particularly relevant for semiconductors and critical minerals, which are vital to both technology and defense systems.Provides Capital and Liquidity: Many of these sectors—critical mineral processing,…

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Key Takeaways Government intervention can occur in a market economy without it losing its status.Economic systems are categorized as free market, mixed, or command.Most global economies today are mixed, with elements of both free market and command.The U.S. and Hong Kong historically demonstrated examples of free-market economies.Libertarians propose that a market economy should only have courts, police, and military functions. Get personalized, AI-powered answers built on 27+ years of trusted expertise. A market economy is an economic system in which supply and demand determine the levels of production and the prices of goods and services. However, government intervention might influence…

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Midcap and smallcap mutual funds have seen a sharp uptick in recent weeks, with midcap funds rising about 11% and smallcap funds gaining nearly 13.5% on average over the past month. The rally reflects renewed risk appetite among investors and improving earnings visibility in the broader market. Against this backdrop, the Edelweiss Mid Cap Fund has continued to stand out for its consistent performance, disciplined investment strategy, and strong long-term track record. Long-term performance Launched in December 2007, the Edelweiss Mid Cap Fund has built a robust performance history across market cycles. Notably, the fund has delivered around 19.4% annualised…

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Shares in a newly listed fund backed by Bill Ackman fell sharply on their trading debut on Wednesday, underscoring the challenges of translating high-profile investor appeal into sustained market demand.The stock-picking vehicle, Pershing Square USA, opened about 16% below its $50 offering price, despite raising $5 billion in its initial public offering. PSUS began trading at $42, significantly below its $50 IPO price, and was last seen at around $40.90, marking a decline of about 18%. Meanwhile, Pershing Square (PS), his hedge fund, opened at $24 and was trading near $23.50.The weak debut comes even as Ackman sought to position…

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Hyperliquid, one of the most active decentralised exchanges, may add prediction markets to its platform. This move would put it in direct competition with Kalshi and Polymarket.Singapore Summit: Meet the largest APAC brokers you know (and those you still don’t!)The proposal, known as HIP-4, would let users trade outcome contracts on real-world events alongside Hyperliquid’s existing leveraged perpetual futures. Early versions are already running on testnet, while a mainnet rollout has not yet been scheduled.Yes for the HIP-4.— Hyperliquid News (@HyperliquidNews) April 29, 2026 Why Integration Matters Here What makes Hyperliquid a credible entrant is not volume alone — it…

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Pershing Square USA had a tough first day of trading, falling double digits during Wednesday’s session. Loading audio narration… The IPO marked Bill Ackman’s public trading trading debut. The hedge fund legend has been vocal about his aspirations to operate a fund like Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway.Pershing Square USA, the firm’s close-end fund, trades under the ticker PSUS while Pershing Square, the firm’s asset management arm, is listed as PS.PSUS stock closed at $40.93, down 18% from its IPO price of $50. It was down as much as 19% to $40.33 in intraday trading.Ackman said the dual New York Stock…

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Investment strategy calls for discipline, balance, and a clear view across markets. This is not a year that rewards extreme positioning. Geopolitical tensions have raised risk premiums, kept energy prices elevated, strengthened the US dollar, and added pressure on capital flows into emerging markets. At the same time, recent corrections have reset valuations in several segments, bringing parts of the market closer to long-term averages and creating more selective entry opportunities. Against this backdrop, portfolio construction matters more than chasing short-term momentum. Rather than reacting to fear or leaning too heavily on a single geography or asset class, you need…

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