A test of patience - haste could be costly amid Middle-East tensions

Amid the ongoing missile conflict between Israel and Iran, the strong rally witnessed in the stock market on Friday has created a wave of optimism, yet clarity remains elusive.

- Vimal Kothari

While a market upswing seems inevitable, the question is—when? This remains unanswered for now. In such uncertain times, investors must exercise patience, closely track the movement of their preferred stocks, and strike decisively when the opportunity arises.

Given the escalating tensions between Israel and Iran, the statements from the U.S. and reports of China backing Iran are difficult for the average person to verify. These developments might even be part of a larger narrative-building exercise. Friday’s market rally could be seen as a strategic trigger to tempt dormant investors, but decisions about investments should be made with thorough consideration. After all, it is your money at stake—whether it grows, gets stuck, or suffers loss-