Sensex jumps over 500 points, Nifty above 22,850 after Fed keeps rates unchanged. What lies ahead?Following the Federal Reserve's recent decision, the Indian stock market surged, with Sensex rising by over 500 points and Nifty up by more...
29 Oct, 2026, 10.36 AM IST
US goods trade deficit unexpectedly widens in SeptemberThe goods trade shortfall increased 2.1%, or $2.8 billion to $134.9 billion last month, the Commerce Department's Census Bureau said on Wed...
28 Oct, 2026, 07.08 PM IST
India considers measures to boost local production of 100 critical inputs to cut import reliance, government official saysIndia is taking steps to encourage the local manufacturing of 100 key items that are currently imported. This initiative aims to decrease d...
27 Oct, 2026, 07.09 PM IST
We will see India becoming major exporter of goods and services to China: Piyush GoyalCommerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal emphasised India's willingness to engage with Chinese suppliers. He highlighted the importance ...
27 Oct, 2026, 05.10 PM IST
US, Brazil and Israel elections put India’s trade worth billions in focusRecent elections in the US, Brazil, and Israel may impact India's trade negotiations and economic partnerships. The US is close to finalizi...
27 Oct, 2026, 04.45 PM IST
RBI may raise repo rate to 6.25% by 2027 amid inflation risks: Deutsche BankThe Reserve Bank of India is anticipated to raise the repo rate to 6.25% by mid-2027. This increase is driven by persistent inflationary pr...
27 Oct, 2026, 02.28 PM IST
West Asia crisis so far may cost govt Rs 1.35 lakh crore, spending cuts unlikely: ICRA Chief Economist Aditi NayarThe West Asia crisis may impose a fiscal burden of approximately Rs 1.35 lakh crore on India. Government spending has generally remained be...
27 Oct, 2026, 01.28 PM IST
India's textile industry targets $350 billion by 2030 as exports rebound, costs rise: ReportIndia's textile industry has seen significant growth, expanding to nearly USD 190 billion in FY26. The sector aims for USD 350 billion by 2...
26 Oct, 2026, 02.53 PM IST
Silver prices are tarnished but not forgotten. Why HSBC thinks gains in white metal may be limited?Silver prices have plunged nearly 60% from their January record high, but HSBC expects limited gains ahead. The bank sees prices consolidat...
26 Oct, 2026, 02.42 PM IST
Fitch maintains Ukraine at 'CCC', expects war to extend into 2027Fitch Ratings has kept Ukraine's long-term foreign-currency rating at 'CCC', indicating significant credit risk amid the ongoing war. The a...
24 Oct, 2026, 09.26 AM IST
RBI flags rising inflation risks from West Asia conflict, El Nino despite resilient Indian economyIndia's external sector shows resilience due to a narrowing trade gap and comfortable foreign exchange reserves. Inflationary pressures hav...
23 Oct, 2026, 09.24 PM IST
India must shift from rice volume to value, says Food Processing Minister Chirag PaswanIndia has progressed in rice production and is now focusing on value addition and food processing. Food Processing Industries Minister Chir...
23 Oct, 2026, 02.30 PM IST
India’s $100 billion European Free Trade Association cheque is slow to clear as Vietnam joins the clubVietnam recently signed a free trade agreement with the European Free Trade Association, expanding its trade network. This agreement comes ...
21 Oct, 2026, 12.34 PM IST
Faster services imports threaten to erode cushion against India’s goods trade deficit: ReportIndia's services trade surplus has declined as imports grew faster than exports, leading to concerns about foreign exchange earnings. In Se...
18 Oct, 2026, 03.27 PM IST
India's BoP set to turn positive but below expectations amid oil import costs and widening trade deficit: ICICI BankIndia's Balance of Payments (BoP) is turning positive, but it is likely to remain lower than earlier expectations as elevated oil prices an...
16 Oct, 2026, 09.17 AM IST
India's August balance of payments surplus swings to $45.4 billion from $5.6 billion deficitIndia's balance of payments showed a surplus of $45.4 billion in August, despite a current account deficit. Net transfers, which include re...
15 Oct, 2026, 07.22 PM IST
India's trade deficit widens to $30.21 billion in September despite 23% jump in exportsIn September, India's merchandise trade deficit expanded to $30.21 billion from $26.86 billion in August. Exports experienced a notable boo...
15 Oct, 2026, 04.13 PM IST