US fiscal 2026 budget deficit rises to $1.99 trillion, largest in 5 yearsThe US budget deficit for fiscal 2026 rose to $1.99 trillion, driven by increased tariff refunds and spending. Total spending for the year ...
16 Oct, 2026, 11.53 PM IST
India needs to leverage FTAs, export promotion mission initiatives to boost shipments: CII's BudhiaIndian businesses are encouraged to utilise free trade agreements and the export promotion mission for expansion. Recent data shows that In...
16 Oct, 2026, 05.41 PM IST
Bangladesh seeks USD 4.5 billion IMF loanBangladesh is currently in talks with the IMF for a USD 4.5 billion loan package to boost its economy. Finance Minister Amir Khosru Mahmud ...
16 Oct, 2026, 01.50 PM IST
Global Market: Yuan holds steady, set for third weekly gain on robust Chinese exportsChina’s yuan remained stable against the dollar, heading for a third consecutive weekly gain on resilient exports. The currency reached its...
16 Oct, 2026, 09.50 AM IST
Markets will push the US to act constructively: Nouriel RoubiniNouriel Roubini highlighted the significance of India's emerging economy during a recent event in Dubai. As the US seeks a constructive tra...
16 Oct, 2026, 01.12 AM IST
India, Canada talks gaining momentum, to conclude CEPA negotiations this year: SidhuBoth countries aim to increase bilateral trade to $70 billion by 2030, doubling the current figure. Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal al...
15 Oct, 2026, 10.15 AM IST
Gold steadies after hitting one-week lowGold prices have stabilized after recently dipping to a one-week low, now sitting at $4,114.57 per ounce. This slight recovery follows an u...
15 Oct, 2026, 07.30 AM IST
AI boom’s funding web could spread losses across global markets, IMF warnsThe IMF reports that global AI investment could induce a significant market correction if expectations are unmet. Economic growth has been ...
14 Oct, 2026, 05.03 PM IST
Cisco bullish on India, to expand chip design team, says CEO Chuck RobbinsCisco's leadership is focusing on expanding its silicon design team in India due to available talent. The company has successfully implemen...
14 Oct, 2026, 03.55 PM IST
'Advertising spends may keep growing in high single digits'The festive season is a major business driver for automobiles, electronics and gadgets, beauty and personal care, and home decor. India's a...
14 Oct, 2026, 12.38 AM IST
Not gold, GDP, military strength or rare earths: Elon Musk, the world’s richest person, says this hidden metric reveals true economic strengthElon Musk has offered a different way to judge the strength of a major economy. In an October 10 post on X, the Tesla and SpaceX chief exec...
13 Oct, 2026, 10.18 PM IST
IMF raises 2026 global growth forecast to 3.1%, warns of rising risks from war and debtThe IMF projects global growth of 3.1% in 2026, supported by AI infrastructure investment, but warns that prolonged Middle East conflict, e...
13 Oct, 2026, 10.17 AM IST
PM Modi's free trade push could lead to $140 billion GDP gain for IndiaA more protectionist US could unexpectedly benefit India as New Delhi expands its free-trade agreements (FTAs) to diversify export markets ...
13 Oct, 2026, 09.12 AM IST
IMF says AI investment propping up global growth, but war and debt threaten outlookThe International Monetary Fund forecasts a global GDP growth of over 3% for 2026 driven by strong AI investment. Despite this growth, down...
13 Oct, 2026, 08.05 AM IST
Inches, not just percentages: India’s GDP is rising, but a four-inch gap with China tells another storyCurrent debates in India often focus on GDP growth figures, which can misrepresent the actual development landscape. While GDP is a useful ...
12 Oct, 2026, 11.50 PM IST
US weekly jobless claims fall as layoffs remain lowClaims have held near 57-year lows for four straight weeks, consistent with what economists said remained a "low-hire, low-fire" labor mark...
08 Oct, 2026, 07.20 PM IST
US trade deficit widens in August amid strong importsThe US trade deficit increased by 13.7% in August, reaching $105.6 billion. This rise reflects strong domestic demand and increased imports...
06 Oct, 2026, 06.19 PM IST