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Swapnil Karkare Podcast: Economic Insights on India

Swapnil Karkare

Welcome to the Swapnil Karkare Podcast, your go-to source for in-depth insights on economics and finance. Hosted by Swapnil Karkare — a Chartered Accountant, Economist, Researcher, and Podcaster — this podcast delivers fresh perspectives on India"s state economies, key sectors, economic policies, and emerging trends shaping the nation’s financial future. Through engaging discussions, we break down complex economic concepts and offer thought-provoking analysis, making it easier for listeners to

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8:30

Why Metal Prices Are SOARING While Vegetable Prices...

Swapnil Karkare Podcast: Economic Insights on India ·

2025/10/31

In this month’s episode, we look at how global and Indian markets performed in October 2025.- Korea, Japan, and Taiwan led global markets on optimism from a trade deal with the US. - Indian markets gained 5%, driven by Telecom, Realty, and Metals indices. - Q2 FY26 earnings show broad-based growth across Indian corporates. - Cobalt, Copper, and Lithium prices soared due to supply disruptions and rising demand. - Vegetable prices — especially onions — collapsed due to oversupply and export

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9:57

Inside India’s Legal Maze: Why Cases Drag on for...

Swapnil Karkare Podcast: Economic Insights on India ·

2025/10/15

Tarikh pe Tarikh... The iconic dialogue from Damini (1993) still echoes across Indian courts even 30 years later. Sadly, little has changed. In this episode, we will find the real reason behind 4.6 crore pending cases in Indian courts. Well, the real reason is not just the shortage of judges or money, it is something different! We will touch - ⚖️ How many cases are pending in India’s courts today 📊 Surprising research that tracks real court cases across India ⏳ The hidden bottlenecks in

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9:57

Inside India’s Legal Maze: Why Cases Drag on for...

Swapnil Karkare Podcast: Economic Insights on India ·

2025/10/15

Tarikh pe Tarikh... The iconic dialogue from Damini (1993) still echoes across Indian courts even 30 years later. Sadly, little has changed.In this episode, we will find the real reason behind 4.6 crore pending cases in Indian courts. Well, the real reason is not just the shortage of judges or money, it is something different! We will touch - ⚖️ How many cases are pending in India’s courts today 📊 Surprising research that tracks real court cases across India ⏳ The hidden bottlenecks in

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13:34

Why Are Gold, Silver, Platinum and Copper Prices...

Swapnil Karkare Podcast: Economic Insights on India ·

2025/10/02

In the September 2025 monthly finance wrap, we discussed various markets, issues and updates such as -- Indian markets stayed flat while Southeast Asian markets soared. - IT stocks fell due to H1B Visa fee hike and Durables and FMCG stocks too declined despite GST rate cuts - Global metals prices are rising, pushing stock prices of metal companies too Don't miss this rich mix of markets, policy, and geopolitics in one tight wrap. 🔔 Subscribe for more insights on India’s economy, policy,

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19:06

Why Are Indian Cities So Messy? India's Urban Chaos...

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2025/09/13

India’s cities are choking. More cars, fewer buses, and killer trains define urban life. Why does public transport fail while private vehicles thrive?In this episode, we unpack the politics, policy biases, and regulatory nightmares behind India’s transportation crisis. From Mumbai’s tragic train deaths to the government blocking private bus innovation — this episode exposes the real reasons, and asks: Who are our cities built for? India’s urban transport is jinxed: private cars get

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20:28

India-US Trade Talks Collapsed Over Farmers — Here’s Why

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2025/08/31

In this episode of the Swapnil Karkare Podcast – Economic Insights on India, we delve into why agriculture holds vastly different meanings for India and the US, and how this fundamental disparity has hindered crucial trade talks.India’s half a billion farmers depend on agriculture for their survival, while America's farmers, though few in number, are highly efficient and economically powerful. We break down the massive disparities in farm sizes, subsidies, workforce participation, and political

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20:07

From Rajasthan Farms to US Oil Rigs – The Untold Guar...

Swapnil Karkare Podcast: Economic Insights on India ·

2025/08/14

Can India use guar gum against US like China uses rare earths to pressure the US? Sounds powerful… but the truth is far more complicated. In this episode, we break it all down: - How guar gum went from a humble bean to a $4 billion export - Why the US shale industry made Rajasthan farmers rich - How fracking economics, synthetic gels, and cheap competition changed everything - Why India can’t pull a “China Rare Earth” move with guar gum anymore - The hidden business opportunities in guar –

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8:29

Zerodha vs 360 ONE: Which Multi-Asset Fund Wins? Best...

Swapnil Karkare Podcast: Economic Insights on India ·

2025/08/06

360 ONE or Zerodha? Choosing the Right Multi-Asset Fund for You ----- DISCLAIMER - THIS IS NOT A SPONSORED VIDEO. THIS IS NOT INVESTMENT ADVICE. THIS IS PURE ANALYTICAL AND ACADEMIC EXERCISE. DO NOT TAKE ANY INVESTMENT DECISION SOLELY BASED ON THIS VIDEO. PLEASE CONSULT YOUR FINANCIAL ADVISOR BEFORE INVESTING. I AM NOT A SEBI REGISTERED OR AMFI REGISTERED ADVISOR OR RESEARCH ANALYST. KINDLY DO YOUR OWN RESEARCH BEFORE TAKING ANY ACTION. PAST PERFORMANCE DOES NOT INDICATE FUTURE RETURNS. DO READ

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17:27

How Trump & China Shake the Market? July 2025 Finance...

Swapnil Karkare Podcast: Economic Insights on India ·

2025/08/01

In the July 2025 monthly finance wrap, we discussed various markets, issues and updates such as - 🌏 Global Highlights: - Trump signs new trade deals with Indonesia, Japan & EU, no deal with India, but extension to China & Mexico - US markets cheer earnings season: 90% beat expectations - Southeast Asian stock markets surge - Tariff volatility drops, but some markets like Pakistan and the UK fall 🇮🇳 India Update: - Weak Q1 earnings expected: CRISIL projects 4–6% growth - TCS lays off

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18:11

Make in India with a Game-Changing Korean Secret |...

Swapnil Karkare Podcast: Economic Insights on India ·

2025/07/14

Everyone loves Hyundai. But do you know why Hyundai succeeded while Malaysia’s Proton fell behind?In this video, I unpack the Hyundai vs Proton story — and what it reveals about trade, industrial policy, and why imports aren’t always a bad thing. South Korea became an export powerhouse by importing capital goods — advanced machines, tools, and technologies that helped it build globally competitive industries. Hyundai wasn’t just protected — it was pushed to compete and win in the global

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18:33

What's REALLY Happening to Cabs, Data & Power? June...

Swapnil Karkare Podcast: Economic Insights on India ·

2025/06/30

In this June 2025 edition of your Monthly Economic & Financial Wrap:📊 Global Markets Snapshot:Volatility dropped, but markets told a mixed story. US small-caps, Europe, Pakistan, and Mexico fell — while Korea’s KOSPI surged 15%. Telecom became the best-performing sector India. Indian and Swiss bond yields rose. Meanwhile, Russian Urals crude spiked 10%. 📉 US Data Crisis: Budget cuts under Trump and Elon’s hiring freeze led to missing price data, incorrect weightings. US Data may not be

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28:04

Why Modi & Trump Are Wrong About Imports? The Import...

Swapnil Karkare Podcast: Economic Insights on India ·

2025/06/16

📦 Are imports really bad for the economy? Modi says Make in India. Trump says Make in America. But what does economics say?In this video, we break down one of the most misunderstood parts of the GDP formula — (X - M) — and explain why imports don’t hurt GDP the way politicians make it seem. From India to the US, nationalist policies push for local manufacturing and fewer imports. But is that always a good idea? We dive into the truth behind the numbers, the logic behind GDP, and why global

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13:37

Asia Ditches US, ₹3,400 Cr IndusInd Scam, India’s...

Swapnil Karkare Podcast: Economic Insights on India ·

2025/06/15

In this May 2025 edition of your Monthly Economic & Financial Wrap:📊 Global Market Rally: Nasdaq jumped 10%, volatility cooled off, and most global markets surged. Indian markets stayed steady, with Capital Goods up 12% and broad-based gains across sectors. Gas, crude, and platinum prices soared, lithium and steel corrected; and cocoa prices are up, while eggs down 🌏 Asia’s $7.5 Trillion Shift: From Taiwan to Japan, Asia is pulling money out of US assets — thanks to Trump’s tariffs,

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22:14

IMF EXPOSED: Does Politics Matters More Than...

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2025/06/15

🎙️ In this episode, I deep dive into the economics and politics of IMF lending — especially in the case of Pakistan, which has just received its 24th bailout from the IMF amidst a ceasefire violation with India. 🇵🇰 Why does Pakistan keep getting bailouts despite repeated failures? 🇺🇸 How much does the US influence IMF decisions? 🇨🇳 Is China creating a rival lending system to the IMF? 🧩 And most importantly — is the IMF still a neutral financial institution, or is it a geopolitical tool

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9:22

India’s Gas Crisis, Small-Town Boom & Trump’s Bond...

Swapnil Karkare Podcast: Economic Insights on India ·

2025/06/15

In this April 2025 edition of your Monthly Economic & Financial Wrap: 📊 Market Snapshot: April market rout with a few emerging economies like India, Indonesia, Mexico recorded monthly gains; India's tech stocks continue the fall, Crude crashed, Copper corrected, and what’s next. 🇮🇳 India's Gas Crunch: Natural gas dreams vs. production reality — is India running out of gas? 🏙️ Small-Town Surge: From IKEA’s new store plans to pet parenting and wealth management — India’s Tier 2 & 3 cities

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13:42

China’s Silent War on India’s Rise: What You’re Not...

Swapnil Karkare Podcast: Economic Insights on India ·

2025/06/05

China’s Silent War on India’s Rise: What You’re Not Being Told! China doesn’t want war — it wants control.China does not like India's rise, and thus, it is making sneaky moves to undermine India. This silent war on India is not carried through guns and missiles but through a cold bureaucratic war. In this eye-opening video, I break down how China is quietly trying to block India’s rise in manufacturing — through backdoor restrictions, pressure on companies like Apple and Foxconn, and subtle

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5:49

March 2025 Finance Wrap: Nifty Rallies, Higher PSU FD...

Swapnil Karkare Podcast: Economic Insights on India ·

2025/06/05

Here's your monthly economic and finance wrap for March 2025! In this video, we cover: 🔹 Market swings: Nifty 50, Global Indices, Crude oil and Metal prices, Bond yields 🔹 Elon Musk in India: Tesla & Starlink enter India, but X enters a legal battle with the Indian government. 🔹 Indonesia Crisis: Markets worry about fiscal deficit, central bank independence and Prabowo Subianto's policies 🔹 Turkey's Political Crisis: Erdogan's latest move spooks investors. 🔹 India-US Mega Trade Deal:

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28:45

Why is the Indian Market Falling? Impact of Rising...

Swapnil Karkare Podcast: Economic Insights on India ·

2025/06/05

📉 Why is the Indian Market Falling? 📉 Indian stock markets have been under pressure lately. But why? In this video, we break down the key reasons behind the market fall: 🔹 Rising US Bond Yields – How higher returns in the US are pulling FIIs away from India 🔹 Strong Dollar Impact – Why a rising dollar makes Indian assets less attractive 🔹 Inflation & Interest Rates – How inflation trends in India and the US are shaping investments 🔹 China’s DeepSeek & Stock Market – Why FIIs are

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4:57

January 2025 Finance Wrap: Markets, Rupee Fall, &...

Swapnil Karkare Podcast: Economic Insights on India ·

2025/06/05

Here’s your monthly economic and finance wrap for January 2025! In this video, we cover: 🔹 Market swings: Sensex, global markets, oil prices, and commodities. 🔹 Mutual Fund SIPs: Record inflows, but why are stoppages rising? 🔹 Rupee story: How RBI’s juggling act impacts liquidity and the rupee’s future. 🔹 India’s growth shift: Why Pushpa 2’s trailer launched in Patna, and what rural India’s spending spree tells us. India’s macroeconomic trends are changing—are you keeping up? 📈

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16:15

Will Indian Cities Be Beggar-Free? Reviewing...

Swapnil Karkare Podcast: Economic Insights on India ·

2025/06/05

In a surprising move, Indore's administration has decided to fine people for giving alms to beggars. But is this the right way to tackle the problem of begging, or are we ignoring the bigger issue of poverty and homelessness? In this video, we dive deep into: - the new law in Indore and its implications; - anti-begging laws in India and abroad, including Denmark's strict rules; - the historical roots of such laws and their colonial origins; - efforts like Rajasthan’s rehabilitation model and

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