INDIAN MARKETS EXPLODE

Today’s Daily Byte

The markets are absolutely on fire today! While there hasn’t been any official announcement about the end of recent military operations, it looks like, for all practical purposes, the situation has de-escalated. The Air Force still maintains that operations are ongoing, but reports suggest even some nuclear sites may have been hit.

Markets shot up today like a BrahMos missile—up 3.82% in a single session! This kind of move hasn’t been seen in the past four years. After a strong run in early April and a brief consolidation, this new surge shows promise of hitting previous highs.

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Gold and Equity: A Powerful Duo for Long Term Returns

Gold has always been a significant asset for many people around the world. But how does it actually perform compared to equity markets? A global study using 25 years of data indicates that in most countries, gold has provided better returns than local stock markets. This may surprise many investors, but the data is accurate.

Let’s look at some examples. In Turkey, the equity market had a return of …(click the button to read more)

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The Momentum Podcast

In this episode of the Momentum Podcast by Weekend Investing, Alok Jain sits down with Mr. Thomas, a passionate retail investor, to uncover his remarkable journey—from exiting the markets at the worst possible moment during the 2020 crash to finding clarity and consistency through momentum investing.

Topics Covered:

✅How a train journey sparked his interest in the stock market

✅Emotional investing mistakes & lessons from the COVID crash

✅Why he shifted from value to momentum-based strategies

✅The Weekend Investing system that gave him peace of mind

✅How he balances aggressive bets with long-term wealth-building

Whether you’re just starting out or navigating your own investing style, this episode is packed with relatable stories and actionable insights.

McDonald’s Sales Dip Deep – What Does It Mean for the Market?

In a surprising update, McDonald’s has reported a sharp drop in its U.S. sales. The fall is one of the biggest in recent years. The last time sales dropped this much was during the COVID-19 pandemic. Before that, there were less drops in 2015 and 2017. This time, the drop seems more serious and could be a sign of bigger issues in the economy.

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