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Streeting set to quit UK cabinet as allies push a challenge to Starmer leadership

Streeting set to quit UK cabinet as allies push a challenge to Starmer leadership

UK Health Secretary Wes Streeting is reportedly preparing to resign, with allies hinting he may challenge Prime Minister Keir Starmer for Labour leadership. The prospect of a party contest has rattled investors, with UK gilts and the pound sliding on the news. Streeting’s spokesperson neither confirmed nor denied the reports, leaving the leadership fight simmering.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 13 May 2026
IMF Warns AI Powered Cyber Attacks Could Shake Global Financial Markets

IMF Warns AI Powered Cyber Attacks Could Shake Global Financial Markets

The IMF has warned that AI driven cyber incidents could produce extreme losses that ripple into the financial system. It says funding strains may follow, solvency concerns could emerge, and markets could see wider disruption as vulnerabilities evolve faster. The warning highlights how AI is changing both the scale of cyber risk and the potential for broader financial instability.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 8 May 2026

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Explained What NSE Electronic Gold Receipts mean for everyday yellow metal investors

Explained What NSE Electronic Gold Receipts mean for everyday yellow metal investors

NSE’s Electronic Gold Receipts (EGRs) let investors buy and trade physical gold through a fully digital, regulated route. Backed by SEBI-regulated vaults, EGRs are designed to standardize purity and remove concerns around storage. By bringing gold into capital markets, EGRs aim to improve transparency, accessibility, and ease of investing compared with traditional buying.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 7 May 2026
SEBI warns markets over AI hacking tools like Mythos and launches task force cyber suraksha ai

SEBI warns markets over AI hacking tools like Mythos and launches task force cyber suraksha ai

SEBI has cautioned market participants about emerging cybersecurity risks from advanced AI tools that can search for system weaknesses, including Anthropic’s Mythos. The regulator has set up a task force, cyber suraksha ai, to study these threats and outline response strategies. Firms are urged to upgrade cybersecurity controls and coordinate with technology vendors to reduce exposure.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 5 May 2026
India Leads Emerging Markets Resilience Charts as Moody’s Flags Policy and Safety Net Strength

India Leads Emerging Markets Resilience Charts as Moody’s Flags Policy and Safety Net Strength

Moody’s Ratings notes that since the global shock wave that began in 2020, India has risen to the top among developing markets. The analysis says India’s growth path is stronger than peers such as Mexico and Brazil, driven by proactive policy reforms and a resilient financial safety net that helped protect market access and steady the currency.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 5 May 2026
RBI names Rojit Jain as deputy governor with sweeping IT fintech and markets oversight

RBI names Rojit Jain as deputy governor with sweeping IT fintech and markets oversight

RBI has appointed Rojit Jain as a new deputy governor for a three-year term, effective Monday. He has taken over several key departments previously managed by T Rabi Sankar, while Shirish Chandra Murmu now oversees currency management and payment systems. Jain will also steer areas spanning IT, fintech, and financial markets, broadening the RBI’s tech and market focus.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 4 May 2026

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NSE launches electronic gold receipts to bring dematerialised gold trading to mainstream investors

NSE launches electronic gold receipts to bring dematerialised gold trading to mainstream investors

The National Stock Exchange has introduced Electronic Gold Receipts, a new instrument that allows gold to be traded in dematerialised form while staying backed by physical gold stored in regulated vaults. The move is designed to improve transparency and liquidity and widen access for investors, jewellers, and institutions, effectively linking physical bullion with capital markets.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 4 May 2026
Asia finance leaders vow action against market volatility while backing open trade and supply chains

Asia finance leaders vow action against market volatility while backing open trade and supply chains

Finance leaders from China, Japan, South Korea and ASEAN met in Samarkand and pledged coordinated vigilance against excessive financial market volatility. They said they will act if needed to protect stability, while also reaffirming commitments to open trade, resilient supply chains and a rules based global trading system during the Asian Development Bank annual gathering.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 3 May 2026
RBI Governor Malhotra pushes for deeper markets and more liquidity as India weathers global shocks

RBI Governor Malhotra pushes for deeper markets and more liquidity as India weathers global shocks

RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra says India’s financial markets are holding up strongly despite global headwinds, citing rapid growth, controlled inflation and a robust banking sector. He argues the next phase of growth requires deeper, more efficient markets—driven by higher liquidity and broader participation. The RBI is also rolling out steps to improve market efficiency and transparency.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 2 May 2026
Government panel to study PSU bank capital needs and push cheaper funding for farmers

Government panel to study PSU bank capital needs and push cheaper funding for farmers

A new committee will assess public sector banks’ capital constraints, as India looks to deepen its corporate bond market to broaden access to finance. The plan targets smoother flow of capital to all borrowers, including small businesses and farmers, at competitive rates. Authorities also want tighter regulation to improve market functioning and trust.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 1 May 2026

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Bank credit growth slips to 15 percent in early April RBI data signals cooling demand

Bank credit growth slips to 15 percent in early April RBI data signals cooling demand

Bank credit growth slowed to 15% in the fortnight ending April 15, after banks accelerated lending ahead of the financial year end. Even with this dip, credit growth has stayed in double digits for more than seven months, pointing to continued revival in loan demand from both individuals and businesses.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 29 Apr 2026
Trump nominates Wall Street veteran G Hunter McMaster II for Treasury financial markets role

Trump nominates Wall Street veteran G Hunter McMaster II for Treasury financial markets role

President Trump has nominated G. Hunter McMaster II as Assistant Treasury Secretary for Financial Markets, a position he has been carrying out since July. McMaster previously led trading at Key Square Group and held senior Treasury advisory and policy planning roles. The Treasury Department also named Quinn Gabriel as White House liaison among other key appointments.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 29 Apr 2026
SBI chairman predicts AI will overhaul financial markets risk and infrastructure from clearing to resilience

SBI chairman predicts AI will overhaul financial markets risk and infrastructure from clearing to resilience

State Bank of India chairman CS Setty says AI is set to revolutionize financial market infrastructure. He expects major changes in how risk is handled, with clearing organizations like Clearing Corp of India moving from post-trade processing to earlier, pre-emptive risk management. As systems digitize and scale, Setty stresses that cybersecurity and operational resilience must remain central.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Europe’s markets watchdog warns AI is turbocharging cyber threats and market shock risks

Europe’s markets watchdog warns AI is turbocharging cyber threats and market shock risks

Europe’s top securities regulator says cyber threats are rising sharply as AI capabilities advance, creating faster and harder-to-stop risks for financial markets. The watchdog is urging stronger defenses and deeper oversight of critical technology providers, while closely tracking high valuations and potential sell-offs. It also flags mounting challenges in regulating crypto activity and calls for more centralized EU supervision.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026

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RBI warns West Asia conflict could jolt India inflation and markets

RBI warns West Asia conflict could jolt India inflation and markets

RBI’s latest bulletin flags that the West Asia conflict could ripple into India through disrupted trade and supply chains. It warns of higher energy and input costs, increasing inflation risks, and potential spillovers into financial markets. Despite the uncertainty, the RBI expects India’s strong fundamentals to help cushion the economy against these external shocks.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
SBI Chairman says finance’s next 25 years hinge on intelligent scale and AI

SBI Chairman says finance’s next 25 years hinge on intelligent scale and AI

SBI Chairman highlights that financial markets will move beyond mere growth toward “intelligent scale,” powered by AI for smarter risk management and operational efficiency. He also points to deeper global integration and the rise of digital assets. In parallel, the Reserve Bank of India has eased offshore non-deliverable forward trading restrictions, aiming to bolster rupee internationalization as volatility steadies.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
RBI warns of global financial turmoil while India growth stays steady says Shaktikanta Das

RBI warns of global financial turmoil while India growth stays steady says Shaktikanta Das

RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das says the global economy is entering a fresh storm, with financial markets across countries thrown into turmoil. He notes stress is showing up across equity, bond and currency segments. Despite the global volatility, Das adds that economic activity in India remains stable, offering some cushion for the domestic outlook.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
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