Tue May 20 01:20:00 UTC 2025: ## The Economic Times Covers Defense Stock Surge, Geopolitical Tensions, and Investment Strategies

**New Delhi, India** – The Economic Times (ET) continues to deliver comprehensive coverage of business, finance, and current affairs, with a focus on Budget 2025 preparations and breaking news. Today’s headlines include a surge in a defense stock fueled by a BrahMos connection, the potential risks to a $780 million trade relationship due to Azerbaijan’s support for Pakistan, and expert advice on navigating the volatile small-cap investment landscape.

Investment strategies are a key focus, with articles highlighting why Azim Premji is entering the aviation sector despite Warren Buffett’s historical reluctance, as well as a stock radar report on HAL and large-cap stocks with “strong buy” recommendations and significant upside potential.

Geopolitics is also front and center. The ET reports on Vladimir Putin’s conversation with Donald Trump and stated desire to end the war in Ukraine, alongside Zelenskyy’s skepticism toward Russia’s proposed ceasefire. Tensions are further amplified by China’s ultimatum to the US over AI chip bans, threats by Houthis of an air attack on Israeli airports. Finally, Kash Patel made revelation on Epstein’s death.

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