Why Taiwan and the South China Sea are two sides of the same strategic coinTaiwan and the South China Sea hold significant global trade importance. China claims Taiwan and asserts sovereignty over the South China S...
20 Aug, 2026, 03.47 PM IST
Capital gains tax on FPIs comes in the way of India’s ambition to become a global investment hubIndia faces a policy choice regarding capital gains tax on foreign portfolio investors. Removing this tax could significantly lower India's...
20 Aug, 2026, 12.13 AM IST
India aiming for $100 billion gems and jewellery exports by 2040: Commerce SecretaryIndia has set an ambitious target of reaching USD 100 billion in gems and jewellery exports by 2040. Achieving this goal hinges on innovati...
19 Aug, 2026, 11.08 PM IST
D-St set for a cautious opening as GIFT Nifty signals muted startThe Nifty index continued its decline for a sixth consecutive session this week. Elevated crude oil prices and global tensions are impactin...
19 Aug, 2026, 08.11 AM IST
India 10-year bond gives up post-policy gains as oil moves, RBI swap pullback weighIndian government bonds saw a decline for the second consecutive day, erasing previous gains as high oil prices and the premature conclusio...
18 Aug, 2026, 05.53 PM IST
India imposes minimum import price on clear float glass to curb cheaper importsTo safeguard its local glass industry, India has enacted a minimum import price for clear float glass, directly benefiting manufacturers li...
18 Aug, 2026, 03.28 PM IST
Rupee slide chips away at ISM outlayA weak rupee is causing what analysts and industry insiders estimate to be a “net double-digit cost overrun” for businesses relying on impo...
18 Aug, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
Sebi makes mutual fund registration simpler with one application formSebi has replaced multiple mutual fund registration forms with a single consolidated application, simplifying the approval process for new ...
17 Aug, 2026, 07.31 PM IST
India bonds dip as RBI's diaspora swap move dents sentimentEarly Monday saw a dip in demand for Indian government bonds following the RBI's closure of its swap window. This decision caused the bench...
17 Aug, 2026, 01.56 PM IST
ET Analysis: RBI’s FCNR U-turn dents policy certaintyThe RBI’s early closure of its special FCNR(B) deposit swap window has raised concerns over policy certainty. Banks had mobilised $52.3 bil...
17 Aug, 2026, 12.32 PM IST
NRI life insurance protection plans can be 50–60% cheaper in India: Should you buy here or in your country of residence?NRIs can buy life insurance in India to protect financial obligations. Additional KYC and underwriting requirements apply for non-resident ...
17 Aug, 2026, 11.29 AM IST
Global Market: German companies turn cautious on new US investments amid tariff risksGerman companies sharply cut investments in the US in the first half of 2026, with direct investment falling nearly two-thirds from a year ...
17 Aug, 2026, 09.39 AM IST
One common stock across 6 top performing mutual funds: Is MCX a signal or a crowded trade?MCX is the sole stock held by six top-performing mid and small-cap mutual funds. Analysts at UBS see a re-rating opportunity, upgrading the...
17 Aug, 2026, 09.03 AM IST
India’s FTAs give MSMEs a shot at bigger global markets: ExportersPrime Minister Modi encouraged MSMEs to utilize India's numerous free trade agreements. These pacts offer significant opportunities for sma...
17 Aug, 2026, 01.23 AM IST
Iranian Parliament to debate Hormuz Strait oversight bills as top lawmaker mocks Trump's threatsIran's parliament will review legislation for Strait of Hormuz oversight. This comes as lawmakers criticize US President Donald Trump's thr...
16 Aug, 2026, 03.06 PM IST
Trump to impose 100% tariffs on larger, sensitive drones; smaller models face 25% levyUS President Donald Trump has announced tariffs of up to 100% on imports of certain larger drones and sensitive unmanned aircraft systems, ...
14 Aug, 2026, 07.18 AM IST
ET World Leaders Forum: EAM Jaishankar to speak on India’s foreign policy amid global tensionsExternal affairs minister S Jaishankar will be a lead speaker at The Economic Times World Leaders Forum on August 22, addressing India’s fo...
14 Aug, 2026, 06.48 AM IST