Equity-linked notes: a hybrid investment solution
An equity-linked note (ELN) is a debt instrument whose return is tied to the performance of an underlying stock, basket of stocks, or stock index. ELNs are a type of…
Trump seeks to remove Federal Reserve governor in unprecedented move
US President Donald Trump has announced he is firing Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook, a dramatic escalation in his long-running campaign to exert greater control over the nation’s central bank.…
India’s economy outpaces projections with strong Q1 growth, report finds
India’s economy is showing remarkable resilience, with a new report from the State Bank of India (SBI) suggesting a strong start to the financial year. The bank’s research arm projects…
The rise of actively managed certificates (AMCs)
Actively Managed Certificates (AMCs), also known as portfolio-linked notes, performance-linked bonds, or tracker certificates, have emerged as a powerful and flexible financial instrument, capturing significant attention in the asset management…
European markets slide defence stocks lead losses
European markets experienced a downturn on Wednesday, reversing recent gains and leaving investors wary as a confluence of geopolitical developments and sector-specific concerns weighed on sentiment. The broad-based retreat was…
U.S. manufacturing sector shows unexpected weakness as tariffs impact supply chains
The U.S. manufacturing sector is facing a new period of contraction, according to data released this month, as the ripple effects of escalating tariffs on imports disrupt supply chains and…