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The trending commodity podcast with Subramani Ra Mancombu

The Hindu businessline

Why are gold and silver prices rising? Why do the prices of copper, steel, and nickel keep fluctuating? Why do the price of the fuel we use in our vehicles continue to rise? What"s happening around us that we are failing to take note of? What"s likely to happen in the short term? Are you interested in learning about these? Stay tuned to our new podcast series explaining the key factors affecting the commodity markets brought to you by our host, Subramani Ra Mancombu, Head of Agri-Business and

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10:55

Can India’s man-made fibre industry navigate the Iran...

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2026/10/01

The Iran war and the resulting volatility in crude oil prices are pushing up raw material costs and disrupting supply chains for India’s man-made fibre industry. In this episode of BusinessLine’s Trending Commodities podcast, Sunil Jhunjhunwala, Head of the MMF Committee at the Tiruppur Exporters’ Association and Co-founder and Managing Director of TechnoSport, discusses the impact on the knitwear sector, India’s domestic processing capabilities and the policies needed to improve global

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12:21

How freight volatility and geopolitical tensions are...

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2026/08/27

Commodity markets are increasingly being shaped by supply chains rather than production alone. In this episode of BusinessLine's Trending Commodities podcast, Subramani Ra Mancombu speaks with Soham Chokshi, Co-founder and CEO of Shipsy, about how freight volatility, geopolitical tensions and trade disruptions are influencing commodity prices, inventory planning and sourcing decisions. From the Red Sea crisis and changing shipping routes to rising working capital costs and the need for diversified

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19:06

Beyond E20: How India's ethanol ecosystem is evolving...

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2026/07/29

India’s ethanol programme has moved beyond blending targets, with energy security, agricultural markets, and a broader biofuel ecosystem shaping its future. In this episode of the Trending Commodity Podcast, host M R Subramani Mancombu speaks with Tarun Sawhney, Vice Chairman & MD of Triveni Engineering & Industries Ltd about the evolving landscape of India’s ethanol and biofuel sector.The conversation is about why ethanol has become important not only for reducing dependence on imported crude

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7:53

Volatile gold, rising recycling: Is old gold now...

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2026/06/11

India’s gold market is influenced by global prices, rupee movement, and changing domestic demand patterns, says Ketan Kothari, whole-time director at Augmont.

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8:39

India’s Café Culture Boom: How rising coffee culture...

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2026/05/28

Global coffee prices may have cooled from recent highs, but coffee consumption in India continues to grow. In this episode of Trending Commodity Podcast, host M R Subramani Mancombu speaks with Rajat Agarwal, CEO of Barista Coffee, about the evolution of India’s café culture and the changing dynamics of coffee consumption.The conversation explores how rising coffee prices have influenced consumer behaviour, why cafés are evolving into lifestyle and community hubs, and how speciality coffee is

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20:42

From mines to megacities: Can green zinc power...

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2026/05/13

What do steel, solar energy, fertilizers, and climate goals have in common? Zinc.In this episode of Trending Commodity Podcast, host M R Subramani Mancombu sits down with Nikhil Raj, Director, Sustainable Outcomes Pvt. Ltd., to unpack how responsible mining is quietly becoming one of the biggest shifts in the global commodity landscape. From cleaner supply chains and ESG compliance to zinc-based energy storage systems and food security, Raj explains why mining today is no longer just about

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13:34

War, gold, and diamonds: How geopolitics shapes...

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2026/03/31

In this episode of Trending Commodity Podcast, host Subramani Ra Mancombu talks to Parag Shah, CEO of KISNA Diamonds, about the changing landscape of India’s diamond jewelry market. Shah explains how tier 2 and tier 3 cities are emerging as key growth hubs, and how volatile gold prices and geopolitical tensions influence consumer behavior. He also shares how KISNA Diamonds uses fast manufacturing and supply chain systems to deliver products from store to factory and back within 48 hours, ensuring

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10:36

Gold, silver and copper turn volatile after record...

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2026/02/23

In this episode of Trending Commodity Podcast, host Subramani Ra Mancombu discusses the sudden volatility in gold, silver, and copper after their record-breaking rallies in December and January. Jateen N Trivedi, VP & Research Analyst (Commodity & Currency) at LKP Securities, breaks down what triggered the sharp swings, from COMEX margin hikes to geopolitical tensions and shares his near-term and long-term outlook for precious and industrial metals.Tune in for sharp insights on price ranges,

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7:39

Gold, grams, and growth: Will lightweight gold take...

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2026/01/08

In this episode of businessline’s Trending Commodity Podcast, Subramani Ra Mancombu talks to Viraj Thadeshwar, Executive Director and CEO, Shringar House of Mangalsutra, about the shift toward lighter and lower caratage gold amid rising prices. Thadeshwar explains why 18 and 14 carat jewellery is gaining popularity, how 9 carat is still in its early adoption phase, and how weight-reduction strategies and modern infrastructure are helping manufacturers maintain design, quality, and affordability.

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6:18

Precious metals rally: Portfolio strategy for gold...

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2025/12/30

In this episode of businessline’s Trending Commodity Podcast, host Subramani Ra Mancombu talks to Mr Ponmudi, CEO of Enrich Money, about the sharp rise in precious metals and the factors driving gold and silver prices.The discussion covers why gold and silver have outperformed other asset classes amid economic uncertainty, geopolitical risks, and questions around currency confidence. Mr Ponmudi explains why portfolio allocation to precious metals should vary by investor, based on risk appetite,

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10:43

Potash problems and Phosphatic puzzles: Who’s winning...

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2025/11/13

In this episode of businessLine’s Trending Commodity Podcast, host Subramani Ra Mancombu speaks with Abhishek Wadekar, Founder and Chairman of Tradelink International Pvt. Ltd about the evolving fertilizer market in India and its impact on agriculture, crop inputs, and sustainable farming. They discuss how US sanctions on Russian oil, China’s fertilizer export restrictions, and rising global energy and freight costs are driving up prices for NPK, DAP, urea, and specialty fertilizers. Wadekar

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17:40

Grain gains: Is maize the new sweet spot for India’s...

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2025/10/24

In this episode of BusinessLine’s Trending Commodities, host Subramani Ra Mancombu is joined by Dr CK Jain, President, Grain Ethanol Manufacturers Association to discuss how India’s grain ethanol industry is transforming the country’s energy and agricultural landscape.Dr Jain explains how the ethanol blending programme, once dependent solely on sugarcane, has expanded since 2018 to include maize and surplus rice — helping India move closer to its 20 per cent blending target. He highlights how

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12:15

Natural diamond market outlook 2025 – India’s...

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2025/09/18

In this episode of Business Line's Trending Commodity Podcast, we speak with Richa Singh, Managing Director – India & Middle East, Natural Diamond Council (NDC). She shares exclusive insights into the natural diamond market, including the current trends, sales performance across India and the Middle East, the impact of gold prices, and the growing demand in Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities. Richa also explains how NDC empowers consumers and collaborates with retailers to promote ethical and informed diamond

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10:34

Trade war creating volatility in the bullion market |...

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2025/08/21

In this episode of businessline’s Trending Commodities, host Subramani Ra Mancombu is joined by Anindya Banerjee, Head of Commodity and Currency, at Kotak Securities to talk about the current volatility in gold and silver markets. Banerjee discusses how global developments such as the US Customs proposed 39% tariff on gold bars and its subsequent reversal by President Trump are impacting investor sentiment and price trends. The discussion also touches on the themes of de-dollarisation, the role of

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