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Is US Cotton Really Cheaper? The Numbers Tell a Very Indian Story!! ~Sumon Mûkhöpadhuæy. ------------------------------ Synopsis: A data-driven breakdown of global cotton pricing myths — revealing why Indian cotton remains structurally cost-competitive for Bangladesh even when U.S. cotton appears cheaper on international benchmarks. By separating futures prices from real landed costs, this analysis exposes how freight, quality premiums, and trade mechanics shape the true economics of cotton sourcing. ====================== The core question is simple: Is cotton cheaper from the United States than from India after all costs are included? And the short answer, based on available data: No — under normal commercial math, Indian cotton tends to be cheaper for Bangladesh to source than US cotton after you account for quality, freight, duties, and landed costs. Let’s break it down with real market indicators and hard figures. 🧨 What Are Cotton Prices Globally? On global markets, the...

Is Bangladesh’s new zero-tariff US trade deal a threat to India? SumanSpeaks breaks down why the 18% vs 19% tariff reality favors Indian structural resilience over headline-grabbing optics. Synopsis — Recent headlines suggest Bangladesh has gained a sweeping advantage over India in US trade through a zero-tariff textile window, but the underlying tariff structure tells a more balanced story. While India faces an 18% duty, Bangladesh’s standard rate remains higher at 19%, with zero duty applying only to garments made using US-origin raw materials—an option that brings higher costs and logistical complexity. When input economics, supply-chain depth, capacity constraints, and export diversification are considered, India’s structural competitiveness remains largely intact. The real contest is not about headline tariffs, but about total cost, scalability, and industrial resilience—areas where India continues to hold firm ground. ...

Tariffs, Textiles, and the Reality Check: Why India Still Holds the Structural Edge How a narrow zero-tariff carve-out for Bangladesh doesn’t overturn India’s deeper trade fundamentals. Recent reports on US trade adjustments involving India and Bangladesh have created the impression that Bangladesh has leapfrogged India—especially in textiles—by securing a zero-tariff route into the American market. That conclusion, however, rests more on headline optics than on trade mechanics. A closer reading of the tariff structure reveals a far more nuanced reality—one in which India’s position remains structurally intact , while Bangladesh’s apparent advantage is conditional, narrow, and cost-intensive. Metric India (Feb 2026 Deal) Bangladesh (Feb 2026 Deal) Base Reciprocal ...

🇺🇸 When 18% Feels Like 60%: How Trident Could Convert Trade Policy into Profit Power By SumanSpeaks | Analyzing the Logic Behind the Markets There’s a quiet revolution happening in India’s trade story—and it’s not just about a headline number. While most outlets are fixated on the "18% US tariff," the real mathematics reveals a strategic acceleration lane. For exporters like Trident Ltd (Rs.27.49) , this is more than a policy tweak; it is a fundamental shift in global pricing power. 📉 The "Trade-Weighted" Edge A deep-dive analysis by Moneycontrol reveals that India’s competitive edge is far sharper than it looks on paper. While the flat rate is 18%, the effective burden has collapsed. Moneycontrol Insights: Before the deal, Indian exports faced a trade-weighted average tariff of 29...

Performance of a Few of My Favourite Scrips... ~By Sumon Mukhopadhyay ---------------- Scrip Name Intraday High Price Theme MTNL ₹33.40 ₹33.08 Telecom PSU Rajesh Exp ₹181.00 ₹179.98 Gold Value SEPC Ltd ₹9.67 ₹9.45 Infra Revival SW Solar ₹200.90 ₹199.99 Clean Energy Quadrant ₹307.05 ₹303.10 Railway Capex Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Ltd (MTNL):  Revival hopes for this government tel...

Union Budget 2026–27 & Wind Energy: Steady Breeze, No Storm By Sumon Mukhopadhyay The Union Budget 2026–27 continues India’s ambitious clean energy journey. However, for the wind power sector, the tone was one of steady policy continuity rather than a whirlwind of new announcements. While solar energy and green hydrogen hogged the limelight, wind energy found its support in the "fine print" of infrastructure spending, grid development, and manufacturing incentives. The Macro View: A Shift Toward Execution The government has raised the total capital expenditure to a record ₹12.2 lakh crore , signaling that the focus has shifted from mere capacity addition to building a resilient energy ecosystem. The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) saw its allocation jump by 30% to ₹32,914 crore , but the lion’s share is earmarked for solar schemes like PM Surya Ghar . ...

Indowind Energy Ltd: Post-Budget Fundamental Report. ~Sumon Mukhopadhyay Operational Turnaround Indowind Energy Ltd (Rs.10.80) is transitioning from a debt-heavy micro-cap into a lean, Renewable Independent Power Producer (IPP) . The latest Q3 and 9MFY26 results indicate that the "recovery phase" is now shifting toward a "growth phase." Key Financial Metric 9MFY26 Performance YoY Growth Consolidated Revenue ₹35.49 Crore +21.6% EBITDA ₹16.98 Crore +29.4% Ne...

The Adani Gambit: Why JP Power Ventures is the Dark Horse in the Jaypee Acquisition. In the high-stakes theater of Indian infrastructure, the Adani Group’s move toward an unconditional bid for Jaiprakash Associates (JAL) is more than a debt resolution—it is a strategic consolidation of the energy value chain. While the spotlight remains on the parent company's exit from the "troubled asset" list, the real story for sophisticated investors lies in the collateral benefits for Jaiprakash Power Ventures Ltd (JP Power; Rs.15.15) . Strategic De-risking: The End of the 'Overhang' For years, JP Power has traded at a significant discount, weighed down by the financial instability of its parent. The potential Adani takeover acts as a "valuation unlock." By replacing a debt-laden promoter with the Adani Group—a conglomerate with an insatiable appetite for power assets and the deepest pockets in the sector—JP Power effectively sheds its l...

The Indo-US Interim Trade Pact: 18% Tariff Relief Vs Broader US Market Access – Is the Balance Truly Reciprocal? Analyzing Asymmetries in the New Indo-US Interim Trade Landscape from an Indian Perspective. ~SumanSpeaks Research Desk. ----------------------------------------------- Synopsis:  The recent framework for the Indo-US Interim Trade Agreement, announced via a joint statement on February 6–7, 2026, marks a significant de-escalation in bilateral trade tensions that had risen sharply with punitive US tariffs reaching up to 50% (including a 25% penalty tied to India’s Russian oil imports). From an Indian viewpoint, the deal delivers tangible relief by slashing US tariffs on key Indian exports to a reciprocal 18%, potentially unlocking better competitiveness for labor-intensive sectors like textiles, apparel, leather, footwear, gems, pharmaceuticals, and chemicals. This tariff overhang removal has already sparked positive market reactions, with expectations of boosted exp...

EPC Growth vs Grid Dominance — Two Paths to the Energy Boom. ~Sumon Mûkhöpadhuæy  -------------------------- Building on the broader energy landscape, let’s zoom into the markets. Following the Union Budget 2026 (presented on February 1), two stocks have stepped into the spotlight — each telling a very different growth story. One represents the high-octane expansion of solar EPC. The other forms the silent, indispensable backbone of India’s power transition. Here’s a focused look at Sterling and Wilson Renewable Energy (SWSOLAR) and Power Grid Corporation of India (POWERGRID) — decoded for SumanSpeaks readers. Sterling and Wilson Renewable Energy (SWSOLAR): The Narrative: A Turnaround That’s Gaining Serious Speed SWSOLAR is where execution meets opportunity. Rather than owning power assets, it builds them — large solar plants, fast, and at scale. After struggling in earlier years, the company is now riding directly on India’s solar push. 🔹 Order Book Acceleration: FY26 or...

The Great Trade Truce: What Does Donald Trump’s “Deal” Really Mean for India? By SumanSpeaks Research Desk. ------------- In the high-voltage theatre of global politics, sometimes a single phone call creates more drama than a Netflix finale. This week, a conversation between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Trump sent shockwaves through the international trade circuit — with Trump promptly announcing a grand “Trade Deal” on Truth Social. And oh, what a deal he painted. According to Donald Trump : India will stop buying Russian oil. India will buy a jaw-dropping $500 billion worth of US goods. US imports into India will become tax-free. Sounds like a blockbuster agreement. But as every seasoned market watcher knows — headlines shout, details whisper. Let’s decode what’s real, what’s diplomatic finesse, and what’s classic Trump-style fireworks. The Big Win: Tariffs Finally Come Down for “Made in India” Here’s the part that actually matters — and it’s genuinely g...