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Trump tariff blitz on EU and Apple triggers global market chaos: Stocks sink, dollar slides, gold soars — here’s what you need to know
Trump tariff threats shake global markets as he proposes 50% tariffs on EU imports and a 25% tax on iPhones made outside the U.S. Stocks slid, the dollar weakened, and investors rushed to safe havens like gold, bonds, and yen. Apple shares dropped 2.5%, while the Nasdaq and Dow also fell sharply. Trump's aggressive trade comments come amid rising concerns over U.S. debt and recently passed tax cuts. The market response was swift and global, stirring fears of a new trade war. Here’s a full look at how Trump’s tariffs are driving volatility across financial markets.
Indian mutual fund industry’s AUM crosses Rs 70 trillion milestone: ICRA Analytics
The Indian mutual fund industry experienced substantial growth, with AUM surging by 22.25% YoY to Rs 70 trillion in March 2025. Open-ended 'other schemes' led the growth, followed by equity and hybrid schemes. Despite geopolitical tensions and reciprocal tariffs, domestic investors showed confidence, contributing to the 50th consecutive month of positive inflows in equity mutual funds.
International mutual funds rally up to 12% in one month. Time to go global?
International mutual funds surged up to 12% in a month, outperforming all domestic equity categories. Driven by geopolitical developments and global market rallies, top schemes delivered up to 29.5%. Experts caution against chasing short-term gains, advising only a 5–10% allocation for global diversification, stressing India's strong long-term growth and better risk-adjusted returns.
Bitcoin crosses $111,000 amid ETF inflows, but can the rally hold?
According to Ryan Lee, Chief Analyst at Bitget Research, Bitcoin's recent rally is being driven by strong institutional demand, a post-halving supply shortage, and increasing regulatory clarity. “Spot Bitcoin ETF inflows are steadily rising, and the post-halving supply crunch is clearly intensifying market dynamics,” he noted.
Bitcoin Pizza Day: The costliest pizza in history gets pricier as Bitcoin soars to $111K
Bitcoin Pizza Day, marked every year on 22 May, celebrates the first real-world Bitcoin transaction in 2010. That day, a programmer exchanged 10,000 BTC for two pizzas, proving crypto could be used beyond online forums. In 2025, this historic moment coincided with Bitcoin reaching a record $111,000. With surging ETF inflows and regulatory clarity, institutional demand is rising. In India, crypto adoption is accelerating too, with growing grassroots engagement and systematic investing on platforms like Mudrex reflecting a long-term shift in investor mindset.
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Bitcoin hits record high above $111,000 as ETF inflows, regulatory clarity fuel rally
Bitcoin hit a record high above $111K, driven by US regulatory clarity, ETF inflows, and institutional buying. Altcoins also rallied. Analysts see further upside, citing macro tailwinds and post-halving dynamics. Trading volumes and retail participation surged notably.
How Two Pizzas Created a Domino Effect, Building a Trillion-Dollar Asset
May 22 marks 15 years since Laszlo Hanyecz made the first real-world Bitcoin transaction by spending 10,000 Bitcoins on two pizzas—an amount now worth over $1 billion. Since that landmark moment, Bitcoin has grown into a trillion-dollar asset class, gaining institutional and government support, ETF approvals, and global legitimacy—firmly establishing its role in the future of finance.
NFO Alert: Union Mutual Fund launches Income Plus Arbitrage Active FOF
c, blending arbitrage and debt strategies for tax-efficient income. Targeting medium- to long-term investors, the fund offers dynamic allocation and aims to benefit from equity-like tax treatment amid falling interest rates.
NFO Update: Nippon India Mutual Fund launches two new passive funds
Nippon India Mutual Fund has announced the launch of two innovative open-ended passive funds: Nippon India BSE Sensex Next 30 Index Fund and Nippon India BSE Sensex Next 30 ETF.
Bitcoin surges past $107,500, just 2% shy of all-time high; Ethereum holds strong at $2,550
Bitcoin surged past $107,500 on Wednesday, nearing its all-time high, fueled by bullish sentiment and institutional inflows. Bitcoin futures open interest jumped, and U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs saw continued net inflows. Ethereum has outperformed Bitcoin recently, testing the $2,500 resistance level, while altcoins like BNB, Solana, and Dogecoin also experienced gains.
ETMarkets Smart Talk: Too many funds, too many switches? The real cost of over-managing your portfolio, Kaustubh Belapurkar decodes
Investors often underperform mutual funds due to poorly timed decisions like frequent switching and chasing trends, creating a "return gap." Kaustubh Belapurkar advises diversifying, automating tasks, and avoiding volatile funds to improve returns. Despite recent dips in equity inflows, strong market performance and continued SIP investments signal resilience, though thematic fund popularity raises concerns about timing risk.
Railway stocks crack up to 6% amid broader market sell-off
Railway stocks fell sharply on Tuesday amid broad market weakness and profit booking, following a sharp rally in recent sessions. Shares of RITES, Titagarh Rail Systems, and Jupiter Wagons led the decline. The fall comes after strong gains driven by optimism over resumed railway orders and sector-specific ETFs delivering over 16% returns last week.
JPMorgan Chase to offer clients access to Bitcoin, despite CEO Dimon’s continued criticism
JPMorgan Chase will allow clients access to Bitcoin ETFs, marking a major shift despite CEO Jamie Dimon’s long-standing criticism of the cryptocurrency. While Dimon remains sceptical, likening Bitcoin to illicit activity, he supports clients’ right to invest. The move signals broader crypto acceptance in traditional finance amid regulatory easing under the Trump administration.
$100 a Month, half a million later? Why tech ETFs are the new investor favorite
Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are investment tools that bundle multiple stocks into one portfolio, offering investors a simple way to diversify without needing to manage each stock individually.
$1.6 trillion crisis is coming soon: Rich Dad, Poor Dad writer Robert Kiyosaki warns only these three assets can save you
Robert Kiyosaki, author of Rich Dad Poor Dad, has issued a new warning about a coming financial meltdown. Citing past crises and unresolved root causes dating back to 1971, Kiyosaki said the next crash could be worse than ever — and might hit as soon as 2025. He urged people not to rely on fiat currency or bailouts, but instead to save real assets like gold, silver, and Bitcoin. “Please take care… bail yourself out,” he warned in a message posted to X.
Railways PSU ETF delivers 16% in a week. Is this the right opportunity for portfolio diversification?
A railways PSU-focused ETF delivered a sharp 16% gain in just one week, as per ETMutualFunds analysis. The Groww Nifty India Railways PSU ETF rose 16.41%, while the corresponding index fund returned 16.35%. Both are benchmarked against the Nifty India Railways PSU Index – TRI, which surged 16.46%, reflecting renewed investor interest in the sector.
Bitcoin surpasses $2.1 trillion market cap
Bitcoin achieves a new milestone, exceeding $2.1 trillion in market value. This surge indicates strong bullish momentum in the crypto market. Bitcoin is trading around $105,000, with high trading volumes. Institutional interest grows amidst inflation concerns. Analysts advise monitoring market volatility. Traders should remain cautious of potential market manipulation. Low-cap altcoins show signs of artificial price surges.
US Fed buying bonds secretly? Here’s how it will impact investors, Gold and Bitcoin
The U.S. Federal Reserve’s quiet return to large-scale bond buying may not come with press briefings or policy papers, but markets are already reacting.
Defence ETFs gain 17% in one week. Should you add to your portfolio?
Defence ETFs saw gains after Operation Sindoor. Groww and Motilal Oswal Defence ETFs rose significantly. A defence ETF fund of fund also showed strong returns. This surge is attributed to India-Pakistan tensions and government support. The defence budget has tripled in a decade. PM Modi emphasized self-reliance in defence. Experts advise diversified equity funds over single-sector investments.
Bitcoin tops $104,000 on rate cut hopes, institutional buying; Altcoins trade mixed
Bitcoin surpassed $104,000, fueled by expectations of US interest rate cuts and increased institutional investment, despite a slowdown in ETF inflows. Analysts point to strong short-term momentum and potential for new all-time highs if Bitcoin breaks through the $105,200 resistance level. Macro indicators and sovereign fund adoption further support a bullish outlook for the cryptocurrency.
Gold ETFs down up to 14% from peak. Is the best of yellow metal bull run over?
After a strong rally that saw gold prices hitting record highs earlier this year, Gold Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) have corrected up to 14% from their recent peaks, prompting investors to question whether the bull run in the yellow metal is over or not.
2 top stock recommendations from Rahul Sharma
Rahul Sharma from JM Financial Services suggests a bullish market undertone, advising to buy dips and remain stock-specific. He recommends Hindalco with a target of 700-725 and Lloyds Engineering for a 30-35% upside. Sharma also highlights the potential of the PSE space, suggesting investment in the CPSE ETF and remaining overweight on banking and financial sectors.
Brokers nudge investors to park idle cash in Liquid ETFs
The growing popularity of liquid ETFs has prompted a flurry of new launches, especially by various brokers and financial services firms such as Angel, Mirae, Groww, Shriram, Bajaj Finserv and Zerodha. Most of these firms have both stock broking and mutual fund arms.
Defence ETFs gain up to 7% in two weeks amid India-Pakistan tensions
Defence sector-based ETFs gained up to 7% in the last two weeks amid the India-Pakistan tensions. There are two ETFs based on defence ETFs, and one is the ETF FoF.
LIC MF's Sumit Bhatnagar bets on smart beta schemes as ETF inflows hit Rs 19,000 cr in April
Also, Smart Beta and Factor – Based ETFs that use investment factors such as value, momentum, or low volatility for index construction rather than traditional market capitalisation, are garnering investor attention as well.
ETFs record highest ever inflows at Rs 19,056 crore in April: AMFI
Mutual fund AUM surged to ₹69.99 lakh crore in April 2025, boosted by record SIP inflows, strong debt fund performance, and passive fund growth. ETFs saw historic inflows, while equity and hybrid funds sustained their expansion amid bullish markets.
Gold ETF record outflow for second consecutive month amid surge in prices. Is it profit booking?
Gold ETFs experienced outflows in April, continuing a trend from March. However, the outflow amount decreased. Assets under management increased significantly year-on-year. Experts suggest investors are selectively returning due to inflation and geopolitical concerns. Gold continues to be a hedge amid market volatility. LIC MF Gold ETF was the top performer in April.
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