How funds hide illiquid assets in ‘valued’ portfolios
For most investors, the portfolio disclosure sheet of a mutual fund is the ultimate comfort document. It lists the securities…
Month: November 2025
Crypto companies going public
The cryptocurrency industry, once dismissed as a fringe movement, has steadily made its way into mainstream finance. One of the…
Coinbase IPO insider sell-off drama
When Coinbase Global, Inc. went public on April 14, 2021, it was hailed as a landmark event: the first major…
How Banks Dump Toxic Bonds on Funds
When most people invest in a mutual fund, they assume their money is being placed in relatively safe, well-diversified assets.…
The Municipal Bond Ponzi Scheme Exposed
Municipal bonds — or “munis” — are among the most trusted securities in financial markets. Issued by cities, counties, school…
The corporate bond fraud worth billions
Corporate bonds are meant to be among the safer forms of investment. Issued by companies to raise capital for growth,…
Political Manipulation of Bond Yields
Bond markets are often described as the heartbeat of the global financial system. They determine how much governments pay to…
The fake credit ratings scandal in bonds
Credit ratings are supposed to be the compass of global finance. Issued by agencies like Moody’s, Standard & Poor’s, and…
Rupee Falls as Strong Dollar and Fed Outlook Intensify Pressure
The Indian rupee fell to around 88.72 against the U.S. dollar on November 20, 2025. Traders, investors, and policymakers watched…
Crypto Market Loses Over $1 Trillion in Six Weeks; Here’s Why
The global crypto market faces one of its steepest downturns in recent years. Over the last six weeks, investors watched…