Tag: Risk Management
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FOMC Minutes to Gold Prices: Top Five Triggers for the Indian Stock Market This Week
Overview: What moves Indian stocks this week Indian equity investors are weighing a handful of macro and micro signals as the new week begins. The fallout from the latest FOMC minutes, movements in global gold prices, and domestic political developments are all playing into risk appetite. While the Sensex has rebounded on recent positive momentum,…
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Rassie Erasmus’ Bold Springboks Selection Strategy vs Italy
Introduction: A coach unafraid to push the envelope Rassie Erasmus has long been associated with a pragmatic, sometimes audacious approach to coaching the Springboks. When pundits describe him as not being risk-averse, they’re often pointing to his willingness to depart from conventional selections if logic and form point in a new direction. The upcoming test…
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Stocks Fall as US Reopens Amid Cloudy Fed Outlook: Markets Wrap
Markets Drop as Economic Data Hopes Dim U.S. equities slipped and bonds weakened as trading resumed after a holiday shutdown, with investors bracing for a flood of data that could influence the Federal Reserve’s next move. Traders are weighing whether upcoming releases will clear the path for a possible rate cut or keep policymakers on…
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Singapore to Welcome Southeast Asia’s First ‘Library of Mistakes’ in 2027
Overview: A Bold Educational Space in Singapore Singapore is preparing to unveil a pioneering cultural and educational space: Southeast Asia’s first Library of Mistakes. Set to open in 2027, the project aims to translate global financial history’s highs and lows into accessible insights for policymakers, students, investors, and the public. By curating case studies, interactive…
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Why a 16-Year Bull Market May Face a Challenging Decade Ahead
Introduction: A Long Run, but Not an Endless one The bull market has stretched into its 16th year by one common measure, a remarkable feat in a world of economic cycles. Yet investors are not celebrating uninterrupted gains without pause. A growing chorus of market observers warns that the coming decade could be more challenging,…
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When Playing It Safe Cost the Tiger-Cats a Grey Cup Shot: A Lesson in Risk and Leadership
The Price of Pausing at the Moment of Truth In sports as in life, the margins between triumph and regret are razor-thin. The Hamilton Tiger-Cats faced a defining moment when the stakes were highest, and the decision to play it safe proved costly. Scott Milanovich, the team’s head coach, carried himself with a quiet gravity…
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The Huge Risks of Ordering State Banks Around
Introduction: A Policy That Shapes the Banking System Recent moves by Indonesian authorities to direct state banks to fund the construction of red-and-white cooperative warehouses raise serious concerns about governance, risk management, and the long-term health of public finance. While the goal of national development projects can be compelling, instructing state-owned banks to fund a…
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Tracking the Transition: Global private financial institutions’ progress toward net zero
Introduction: The Path to Net Zero for Private Financial Institutions Private financial institutions (FIs) stand at a critical crossroads in the climate transition. Their investment decisions shape the pace at which economies shift toward low-emission activities, and their ability to mobilize capital at scale is essential for meeting global net-zero ambitions. While progress has accelerated…
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Tracking the Transition: Private Financial Institutions Pushing Toward Net Zero
Introduction: The imperative for private finance in the net zero transition Achieving net zero emissions requires overwhelming investments, policy alignment, and a practical roadmap for scale. Private financial institutions (FIs)—including banks, asset managers, insurers, and private lenders—are uniquely positioned to channel capital toward climate-resilient, low-carbon projects. The transition is not only an environmental mission but…
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UOB Posts Q3 Profit Slump as S$1 Billion Allowances Jump Dents Earnings
Overview: UOB’s Q3 2025 Profit Decline United Overseas Bank (UOB) reported a sharp decline in net profit for the third quarter ended September 30, 2025, as it warned that it had “pre-emptively set aside” higher allowances. The Singapore-based lender posted a quarterly net profit of S$443 million, a significant drop of 72% from S$1.61 billion…