Brent crude expected at USD 90-95/barrel, raising India's CAD risk: CrisilIndia's current account deficit is projected to widen significantly. Higher crude oil prices are expected to drive this increase. This will...
18 Jun, 2026, 02.43 PM IST
Gold imports fall to 25-30 tonnes/month from 70-100 tonnes after duty hike: Govt sourceGold imports into India have dropped sharply. The government's decision to increase import duty is proving effective. Higher gold prices an...
18 Jun, 2026, 01.27 PM IST
Gold rush missed: Can India dig its way out of import dependence?India's significant gold imports, exceeding 800 tonnes in 2024 while producing only 2 tonnes, highlight a missed opportunity. Learning from...
17 Jun, 2026, 11.49 PM IST
India takes the shine off silver as imports plunge 82% in May after duty hikeMay witnessed a steep decline of over 81% in India's silver imports, a result of the government's recent moves to hike import duties and re...
17 Jun, 2026, 03.16 PM IST
India’s gold hunger stays unshaken as higher duties fail to close the import floodgatesIndia's insatiable thirst for gold remains resilient even in the face of increased import duties. Prior to the tax increase, there was a no...
16 Jun, 2026, 04.15 PM IST
India's export outlook is challenging for FY27, but worst is over: Elara SecuritiesIndia's export outlook remains challenging in FY27 amid moderating global demand and elevated electronics imports, but the worst phase appe...
16 Jun, 2026, 12.09 PM IST
Exports rise 18% to 6-month high in May; trade deficit widensIndia's merchandise exports reached a record $45.2 billion in May. Imports also grew, leading to a trade deficit of $28.21 billion. Commerc...
16 Jun, 2026, 12.17 AM IST
India's exports to US remain flat in May, imports rise 54.43%India's trade with the US saw exports remain steady in May, but imports climbed significantly. Trade with China experienced a notable surge...
15 Jun, 2026, 10.30 PM IST
Gold imports up 34 pc to $3.41 bn in May; silver shipments plunge over 86 pcDuring May, India's gold imports skyrocketed by 34 percent, hitting USD 3.41 billion, as soaring gold prices fueled demand. In stark contra...
15 Jun, 2026, 09.19 PM IST
India's trade deficit narrows slightly to $28.21 billion in May as petroleum exports cushion energy import blowIndia's trade deficit saw a slight reduction in May. A recent US-Iran agreement is bringing welcome relief. This deal is expected to stabil...
15 Jun, 2026, 03.06 PM IST
US-Iran peace deal may help boost India's exports, stabilise rupeeA peace deal between the US and Iran is set to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. This agreement is anticipated to significantly boost India's ex...
15 Jun, 2026, 10.20 AM IST
FCNR(B): Revisiting a proven crisis management toolFacing renewed external sector pressures, the RBI has revived a version of the FCNR(B) deposit framework to attract foreign currency inflow...
13 Jun, 2026, 12.21 PM IST
India's current account deficit to stand at 1.8% of GDP for FY27: ICICI Bank Global Market ReportIndia is expected to see a current account deficit of 1.8 per cent of GDP in FY27 as against around 2 per cent projected earlier. This adju...
10 Jun, 2026, 01.18 PM IST
Gold falls below pre-duty-hike levels as overseas prices dropGold prices in India have fallen significantly, reaching their lowest point since early May. This price drop is expected to encourage more ...
10 Jun, 2026, 12.41 PM IST
India's gold tariff hike fuels smuggling revival, squeezes banks and refinersIndia's decision to raise gold import duties to 15% is triggering a fresh surge in smuggling, as illegal operators exploit a widening price...
09 Jun, 2026, 03.39 PM IST
What's brewing? FinMin seeks gold lending info from banksIn a communique to banks on Friday evening, the Department of Financial Services sought data on value and quantity of gold metal loans (GML...
09 Jun, 2026, 12.47 AM IST
India's Q4 FY26 current account surplus at $7.1 bln, driven by services exports, remittancesIndia achieved a $7.1 billion current account surplus in the fourth quarter of the last fiscal year. This positive outcome was driven by st...
08 Jun, 2026, 08.05 PM IST