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The trending commodity podcast with Subramani Ra Mancombu

The trending commodity podcast with Subramani Ra Mancombu

Written by: The Hindu businessline
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 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 Commodities at The Hindu businessline.Copyright© 2025, THG PUBLISHING PVT LTD. or its affiliated companies. All rights reserved. Economics Politics & Government
Episodes
  • Gold, grams, and growth: Will lightweight gold take the lead? | The Trending commodity podcast | Episode 06

    Gold, grams, and growth: Will lightweight gold take the lead? | The Trending commodity podcast | Episode 06
    Jan 8 2026
    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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    8 mins
  • Precious metals rally: Portfolio strategy for gold and silver in 2026| The Trending commodity podcast | Episode 05

    Precious metals rally: Portfolio strategy for gold and silver in 2026| The Trending commodity podcast | Episode 05
    Dec 30 2025
    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, hedging needs, and personal financial circumstances.The episode also looks ahead to 2026, examining the role of central bank credibility, reserve diversification, and the growing industrial demand for silver from electric vehicles, renewable energy, and technology-driven sectors.
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    6 mins
  • Potash problems and Phosphatic puzzles: Who’s winning the supply game? | The Trending commodity podcast | Episode 04

    Potash problems and Phosphatic puzzles: Who’s winning the supply game? | The Trending commodity podcast | Episode 04
    Nov 13 2025
    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 explains how Indian farmers are adopting soil testing, soil health cards, nano urea, neem-coated urea, and slow-release nitrogen fertilizers to improve crop yields and input efficiency. The conversation goes on to cover government policies, nutrient-based subsidies, self-reliance initiatives, and long-term import strategies to stabilise the fertilizer supply chain. With insights on climate-smart agriculture, precision farming, and water-soluble fertilizers, this episode highlights the challenges and opportunities shaping India’s agriculture, farm economics, and commodity markets today. (Host: Subramani Ra Mancombu , Producer: Prethicshaa Gurumoorthy)
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    11 mins
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