Charting the global economy: Jobs, inflation feed rate-hike betsStrong hiring across sectors and expanding manufacturing activity signal labor market strength, while upcoming US price data and ECB decisi...
07 Jun, 2026, 08.38 AM IST
Modi government in panic mode on current economic situation: CongressThe Congress party alleges the Modi government is in panic over the economy. They point to a reported plan to remove capital gains tax on f...
04 Jun, 2026, 12.52 PM IST
OECD warns prolonged Middle East war could sharply slow global growthThe global economy faces uncertainty due to the Middle East conflict. The OECD warns of recession and rising inflation if the war continues...
03 Jun, 2026, 02.51 PM IST
Global Market: China's services sector growth hits three-month high in May, demand improvesChina's services sector experienced its fastest growth in three months during May, driven by robust domestic demand and a rebound in overse...
03 Jun, 2026, 09.31 AM IST
Minimum wage, social security on the table as global gig work talks beginGlobal talks are underway for new rules on platform work. These standards will cover ride-hailing and delivery services. A key debate is mi...
01 Jun, 2026, 02.25 PM IST
Putting the Bekaart before AI's racehorse: How widespread adoption of the tech can fill the nation with Kantian roachesArtificial intelligence adoption threatens widespread job losses, wihch could devalue human work and necessitate government income support....
30 May, 2026, 11.00 PM IST
War & AImpact: China's export-price jump fastest in 3 yearsChina's export prices surged 5% in April, the fastest in three years, driven by global energy costs and AI demand for commodities like oil,...
30 May, 2026, 12.27 AM IST
India may cheer an Iran deal, but peace in Hormuz won’t refill its emptying economic tankThe economic horizon of India is clouded by a dual predicament characterized by a lack of financial resources and innovative ideas. While r...
28 May, 2026, 10.16 AM IST
India warns Pakistan of 'consequences' for cross-border terrorism, highlights right to defendIndia has told the United Nations that Pakistan must accept consequences for sponsoring cross-border terrorism. India stated it has every r...
28 May, 2026, 07.11 AM IST
China luxury market trends: Why consumers are shifting to frugal and online shoppingWhen Beijinger Jacqueline Li first heard one of her favourite luxury department stores in the city was closing, she was shocked -- until sh...
27 May, 2026, 12.08 PM IST
Despite Trump's pressure, Cuba may not turn out like VenezuelaThe U.S. is increasing pressure on Cuba, but unlike Venezuela, the island nation lacks a clear opposition leader or succession plan. Cuba's...
23 May, 2026, 03.35 PM IST
Canadian billionaire Kevin O'Leary calls Gen Z 'idiots' for wasting money on coffee and sandwichesCanadian billionaire Kevin O'Leary urges young people to stop spending on daily coffee and sandwiches. He advises investing this money to b...
22 May, 2026, 10.45 AM IST
China isn’t giving up its factory crownChina's push for manufacturing dominance is making global supply chains vulnerable. This strategy forces other nations to rethink their ind...
21 May, 2026, 11.36 PM IST
Congress says India needs ‘radical reset’ in economic policy, targets Narendra Modi govtIndian National Congress has criticized the handling of India’s economy, accusing Prime Minister Narendra Modi of prioritizing elections ov...
21 May, 2026, 12.29 PM IST
UK's Scotch whisky body hopes for 'swift' India FTA implementationThe Scotch Whisky Association is urging swift implementation of the India-UK Free Trade Agreement, despite recent hurdles over UK steel imp...
19 May, 2026, 11.36 PM IST
Economic outlook at risk of further deterioration, OECD saysOECD Secretary General Mathias Cormann stated that the ongoing Middle East conflict is worsening global economic risks, exerting downward p...
19 May, 2026, 01.35 PM IST
MSME auto suppliers seek relief from carmakers as rising labour and input costs hurtSmall auto component suppliers are facing severe financial strain. They are urging major car makers to help manage rising wages, energy, an...
18 May, 2026, 12.38 AM IST