China's luxury demand recovery may remain elusive, forcing global brands to rethink growth: Bernstein reportA report by Bernstein indicates that the luxury goods industry faces challenges due to reduced Chinese consumer demand. Economic factors su...
17 Oct, 2026, 08.29 AM IST
Homegrown firms enter budget smartphone market as memory chip prices riseIndia's budget smartphone market is opening up for local brands as global companies reduce their presence. Rising memory chip prices have s...
16 Oct, 2026, 01.03 AM IST
World Bank should focus on mobilising greater private capital and creating jobs, says FM SitharamanNirmala Sitharaman emphasized the importance of private capital in creating jobs and boosting productivity during her address. She outlined...
15 Oct, 2026, 10.37 PM IST
Gold price today: Gold rate recovers after consecutive losses but there is a concern. Details hereGold rate on Thursday jumped but experts have pointed out a few factors that may cause worry for investors.
15 Oct, 2026, 07.13 PM IST
Pakistan ranks worst in South Asia on 2026 Global Hunger Index as food insecurity deepensPakistan has been reported to have the worst performance in South Asia regarding the 2026 Global Hunger Index. The country is grappling wit...
15 Oct, 2026, 05.29 PM IST
Online mobile sales may not ring loud this NavratriIndia's smartphone market is experiencing a sharp decline in sales during the festive season. Recent data indicates a 16% year-on-year drop...
15 Oct, 2026, 10.33 AM IST
Pump price before politics: Is Trump's Russian diesel purchase a necessary compromise or blatant hypocrisy?Recent actions by Donald Trump to secure Russian diesel imports highlight the complexities of US energy policy, balancing domestic fuel pri...
15 Oct, 2026, 12.17 AM IST
Jio’s 10-year timeline: How Ambani's Reliance transformed Indian telecomReliance Jio has altered India's telecom industry since its launch in 2016 with affordable services. This transformation included a price w...
14 Oct, 2026, 08.28 PM IST
Bitter truth: Surge in sugar prices to push up festival budgetsSweets and desserts are experiencing higher prices this festive season due to increasing sugar costs and rising demand. Sugar prices have s...
14 Oct, 2026, 12.32 AM IST
High crude vs festive demand: Can consumption stocks withstand the oil shock?As the festive season approaches in India, high crude oil prices stir worries over profit margins for companies across sectors like FMCG an...
13 Oct, 2026, 10.15 AM IST
India shields city gas users as Hormuz crisis threatens South Asia's LNG demandIndia has shielded city gas supplies from Middle East LNG disruptions by cutting deliveries to fertiliser plants, refineries and industrial...
12 Oct, 2026, 04.12 PM IST
India’s smartphone sales face a festive squeeze, but market value rises 5%The smartphone market in India is projected to experience a 12% decline in sales volumes this festive season. Despite this decrease, the ov...
12 Oct, 2026, 12.26 PM IST
Have Money, Will Buy! Festive online sales off to fine 'premium' startDuring the festive season, demand for premium goods has seen significant growth on e-commerce platforms. Sales have increased by 40% compar...
12 Oct, 2026, 01.16 AM IST
India's festive car-buying joyride may hit price hike bumpAutomakers are preparing for a festive season with elevated inventories and new models, aiming to boost sales. However, rising vehicle pric...
11 Oct, 2026, 07.08 AM IST
US 30-year fixed-rate mortgage rate hits 7.40%, likely to further erode housing demandIn the U.S., the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage has surged to 7.40%, fueled by rising inflation that has also driven up energy costs and Treas...
08 Oct, 2026, 11.57 PM IST
RBI rate hike to test housing affordability, premium segment seen more resilientThe Reserve Bank of India recently raised the repo rate by 25 basis points to curb inflation. This increase is expected to raise borrowing ...
07 Oct, 2026, 07.17 PM IST
Repo rate hike may raise borrowing costs, but real estate demand likely to be resilient: RealtorsThe Reserve Bank of India increased the repo rate by 25 basis points to 5.50 percent. Real estate companies in West Bengal anticipate a sli...
07 Oct, 2026, 06.11 PM IST