An opinion piece explores global market trends, noting investors' increasing comfort with risk despite mounting pressures and unresolved geopolitical tensions, with 2026 potentially being more unstable. It also examines Congress leader Digvijaya Singh's recent remarks, which have caused internal party debate and reopened questions about ideological consistency and internal democracy. Additionally, the piece discusses cricketer Shubman Gill's brand value amidst on-field struggles, suggesting advertisers evaluate endorsements over longer periods.