Many economists consider the Baltic Dry Index a leading economic indicator, and the current historically low levels of the Baltic Dry Index signal deflationary pressures and a slowing economy. Also, this number cannot easily be manipulated since it arises from so many disparate sources.
In the forests, lions often hunt in ‘herds’ but tiger and leopards hunt alone. But the analogy does not often work out among investors. There is no ‘herd’ mentality to the extent that they work for the common good but each investor wants to maximize profits. And they may follow a trend but not work as a ‘herd’ as lions do in the forests. But sometimes investors follow a known or unknown 'Pied Piper of Hamlin' to be drowned in losses.
What about the invasion of noodles in Indian diet which looks a more ‘masala’ version of ‘idiyappam’ made from rice flour or the increased sale of hamburgers, pizzas, desserts and buckets of chicken at KFC or Chicking.? India’s noodles market is expected to grow from Rs 1300 cr to Rs 3500 cr by 2015.
Wonder why National Stock Exchange or Bombay Stock Exchange or the funds that promote India gold ETFs never thought of promoting it as a perfect wedding gift for brides. Or a Reverse ETF that allows holders of physical gold to exchange it for ETF units which may fetch upto 35% returns annually and help them buy more gold coins and ornaments.!
