Risks cloud hover over microfinanceThe Reserve Bank of India, too, raised concerns over higher inflation due to low average rainfall and supply chain disruptions due to geopo...
13 Jun, 2026, 12.55 AM IST
PPF, SCSS and NSC have outperformed equity in last 2 years, but should you write off equities?Small savings schemes vs Nifty indices: While equities have shown muted returns recently, small savings schemes have offered stable returns...
12 Jun, 2026, 04.07 PM IST
India's economic growth rate to weaken at 6.6% in FY27 on slower investments, consumption: BMIIndia's economic growth is expected to moderate to 6.6 percent in the current fiscal year. This slowdown follows a robust 7.7 percent growt...
11 Jun, 2026, 11.24 AM IST
Stable rates, steady demand: Why real estate players see RBI's pause as a confidence boosterWith retail inflation easing to 3.48% in April and remaining below the RBI's 4% target, industry stakeholders see little immediate pressure...
05 Jun, 2026, 05.48 PM IST
Will rising inflation bring good news of higher interest rate for FD investors in coming RBI MPC meeting on June 5The RBI is widely expected to keep the repo rate unchanged at 5.25% in the June 5 MPC meeting despite concerns over rising fuel prices, a w...
04 Jun, 2026, 11.57 AM IST
RBI’s Swaminathan warns banks on rising risks beyond balance sheetsIndian banks face a new era of resilience. RBI Deputy Governor Swaminathan J highlighted the need to manage complex uncertainties from geop...
03 Jun, 2026, 10.36 PM IST
RBI's rate-setting panel starts deliberations, policy announcement on FridayThe RBI's Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) began its three-day meeting on Wednesday, with most economists expecting the central bank to keep...
03 Jun, 2026, 03.28 PM IST
RBI MPC: Iran war puts Malhotra & Co in razor-edge policy bind over inflation, growth and rupeeThe Reserve Bank of India faces a difficult interest-rate decision this week as rising oil prices from the Iran conflict, a record-low rupe...
02 Jun, 2026, 02.17 PM IST
RBI likely to keep status quo on policy rate as threats loomA majority of economists polled by ET predict the Reserve Bank of India will hold its policy rate steady at the upcoming June meeting. This...
01 Jun, 2026, 05.30 AM IST
Why stock market crashed today? Sensex sinks 1,100 points, Nifty below 23,550. 4 key factorsIndian stock markets experienced a sharp downturn Friday, with Sensex and Nifty falling significantly due to persistent foreign investor se...
29 May, 2026, 04.32 PM IST
RBI to hold rates in June; majority now expect hike by year-end: PollThe Reserve Bank of India is expected to hold its key interest rate steady in June. However, economists now foresee at least one rate hike ...
29 May, 2026, 02.45 PM IST
Can Rs 2 crore retirement corpus generate Rs 2 lakh monthly income for 20 years after retirement?Planning your retirement corpus is crucial. A Rs 2 crore fund may not last 20 years with high withdrawals. Experts suggest a bucket strateg...
25 May, 2026, 03.14 PM IST
Weakening currency: RBI weighs measures including rate hike to stabilise rupeeThe Reserve Bank of India is exploring multiple options to stabilize the rupee, which recently hit a fresh low. These include a potential i...
25 May, 2026, 11.10 AM IST
Macro, the Mightiest: Why India’s biggest macro variable still falls from the skyThe 2026 monsoon comes with a clear warning: Rainfall is forecast at 92% of the long-period average, with higher-than-usual probability of ...
24 May, 2026, 06.11 PM IST
First-time investors should start with balanced funds and short-duration debt in first year: Anand Radhakrishnan, Sundaram MFAmid global uncertainty, Sundaram Mutual Fund's Anand Radhakrishnan advises investors to stay disciplined. First-time investors should begi...
22 May, 2026, 10.30 AM IST
RBI mulls all options, including rate hike, as rupee slumpsThe Reserve Bank of India is exploring all avenues to steady the rupee. Options include raising interest rates and currency swaps. Official...
21 May, 2026, 12.54 PM IST
India rolls out new gold math with import duty hike. Who will foot the bill?India has sharply raised import duties on gold and silver to 15% from 6% to curb demand, protect the rupee and preserve foreign-exchange re...
13 May, 2026, 06.54 PM IST