Gold vs. Equity: What 3 Decades Reveal

Today’s Daily Byte

Markets had a decent start to June despite early jitters from renewed Ukraine-Russia tensions, which briefly pulled Nifty down nearly 200 points before it recovered most losses. Gold surged on war fears, while Asian markets, especially Hang Seng, slipped.

A falling dollar index may support emerging markets and metals. On the domestic front, strong GST collections and robust two-wheeler sales signal strength, though Maruti lagged. A rate cut is expected this Friday, potentially fueling further upside. PSU banks are gaining traction amid speculative interest.

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Gold or Equity? What 33 Years of Data Really Says

Over the last three decades, a surprising trend has emerged in India’s financial landscape: gold has matched the performance of equities. Despite common belief that equity markets always outperform, the Nifty-to-gold ratio has hovered in a narrow band since 1993.

This long-term pattern challenges conventional investment wisdom and underscores the importance of rethinking portfolio strategies.

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The Momentum Podcast

Join us on The MOMENTUM PODCAST as we sit down with Venkatesh, a dynamic product manager and MBA graduate from Hyderabad. Discover his incredible journey from starting investing during the 2020 COVID crash to achieving a remarkable 5X salary jump!

In this insightful conversation, Venkatesh shares:

✅ His early investing blunders and crucial lessons learned.

✅ How he built a disciplined investing routine with Nifty index funds and direct stocks like Tata Elxsi.

✅ The surprising benefits of his IT domain knowledge in stock picking.

✅ His long-term vision for financial independence and strategic wealth building.

✅ Why he prioritizes investments and EMIs (including his home loan!) before anything else.

If you're a young professional looking to kickstart your investment journey or seeking inspiration for disciplined wealth creation, this episode is a must-watch!

Bond Market Crisis: A Turning Point for the Global Economy

The global economy may be approaching a critical turning point—and it’s unfolding in the bond market. US treasury bonds, long considered the world’s safest investment, are now delivering their lowest returns in nearly a century.

With major buyers pulling back and yields climbing, the ripple effects are beginning to shake stock markets and global capital flows.

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