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Fitch cuts FY27 growth projection to 6.4%; US-Iran war to slow down economyFitch Ratings has reduced India's GDP growth projection to 6.4 percent for the current fiscal year. The US-Iran war is expected to slow eco...- Every '60s house had one; now it's the cleaning supply thrifters are using as rustic decorMid-century metal dustpans are experiencing a revival, transitioning from cleaning tools to sought-after rustic decor. This trend taps into...
- 100 days of Iran war: India must brace for broad-based economic shockIn a volatile turn of events, escalating strikes between Iran and Israel are sending shockwaves that may reach India’s economy. As the spec...
- For Gen Z diamonds are a personal style statement, not something they can tuck awayAs Millennials and Gen Z redefine luxury consumption in India, the natural diamond industry is evolving to meet their demand for individual...
- Indians are growing more pessimistic about the economy. RBI Survey shows whyUrban consumers grew more pessimistic about the economy, jobs, and spending in May, with the Current Situation Index falling for the third ...
- As micro-dramas surge, 'vertical actors' find fame and fortuneIndia's burgeoning micro-drama industry is creating "vertical actors" who thrive on short-form, emotionally charged content. These performe...
- 'Mumbai takes it back quietly': Investment banker reveals Rs 1.3 lakh monthly expenses with no vacations, sparks debate on savingsAn investment banker in Mumbai revealed a monthly expenditure of Rs 1.3 lakh, excluding vacations, for basic living expenses in Worli. This...
- Gas at $4: Americans cut back on discretionary spends as fuel bills mountAmericans are adjusting their spending as fuel prices climb. Shoppers are altering routines, visiting discount stores for gas, and cutting ...
- Zinc prices at multi-year highs: What’s driving the rally and what lies ahead?Zinc prices have climbed to multi-year highs as tight global inventories, rising production costs, and supply disruptions fuel a strong ral...
- Beyond the room: Why India Inc's luxury hospitality bet is becoming an experience businessIndia's luxury hotels are evolving beyond just rooms. Companies are now creating immersive experiences that blend wellness, food, and cultu...
- Marcellus launches global equities fund in GIFT City, targets AI, defence and luxury themesMarcellus Investment Managers has launched a global equities fund through GIFT City, offering Indian investors access to overseas stocks. T...
- Indian consumers turn defensive as job fears rise, economic confidence fallsIndian consumers are increasingly concerned about jobs and the economy. This is leading many to reduce spending on non-essentials like dini...
- TSMC boss upbeat on outlook as AI boom shows no sign of easingChief Executive C.C. Wei, speaking at TSMC's annual shareholders' meeting in the northern Taiwanese city of Hsinchu, added that its custome...
- Consumer sector beats expectations but faces commodity crunch from Q2, warns BofA SecuritiesIndia's consumer and retail sector saw a strong first half of FY26. GST cuts and a favorable base effect boosted consumption. However, risi...
- Global smartphone market faces record annual decline as chip crunch worsensThe global smartphone market faces its biggest annual drop ever. Shipments are expected to fall by nearly 14 percent this year. This is due...
- AI investment boom reshaping global capital flows, leaving India temporarily on the sidelines: Jonathan GarnerForeign investors are shifting capital from India to North Asian markets like South Korea and Taiwan, driven by the AI investment boom and ...
- Extreme weather to drive $20 trillion in global spendingAnalysts note that companies involved in environmental adaptation and mitigation have already outperformed the broader market significantly.
- Inflation and input costs threaten earnings momentum going forward: Dhananjay SinhaIndia Inc. delivered strong March-quarter earnings, surpassing market forecasts. Revenue growth improved, supported by cost savings. Howeve...
- Gap, American Eagle fall as brand troubles weaken annual forecastsThe results underscore a widening split in consumer spending, with record-low sentiment driven by the Iran war forcing lower-income househo...
- Global Market: Japan inflation remains below BOJ target as energy costs riseTokyo's inflation eased for a sixth month in May, staying under the Bank of Japan's target. Government subsidies helped cushion rising glob...
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