The stock market's bullish fever trickled to other assets, like gold, which saw its price rise 26% in 2024. But that gain doesn't hold a candle to Bitcoin, which soared 119% last year. Bitcoin is a better buy than gold in 2025 and beyond due to its absolute finitude, ease of storage and transport, divisibility, and potential to increase purchasing power, outpacing inflation and gold's performance.
Open FlipU.S. inflation data could test stock investors' nerves, potentially raising treasury yields and adding to uncertainty around Trump's policy plans. The S&P 500 has fallen 1% this year, with markets watching the consumer price index due on January 15. Strong jobs growth and inflation concerns could affect the Federal Reserve's interest rate decisions for 2025.
Open FlipHCL Tech Q3FY25 preview: The board of directors of HCL Technologies Ltd will meet on 13 January 2025 to consider and approve the company’s unaudited Financial Results for the quarter and nine months ending December 31, 2024. The company board may also consider and approve the fourth interim dividend in this meeting. So, HCL Tech shares are expected to remain under the bulls’ radar.
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