India-based entities among firms targeted in EU's proposed 21st Russia sanctions packageThe European Union is proposing new sanctions against Russia. These measures could affect companies in India and other nations. The EU aims...
10 Jun, 2026, 01.39 PM IST
China's imports of major commodities show price remains key driverChina's May commodity trade reveals price is key to its resource imports. Crude oil imports hit an eight-year low due to high prices. Coppe...
10 Jun, 2026, 10.22 AM 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
Make in India efforts showing results as import dependence falls in key sectors despite global shocks: Bank of BarodaIndia's manufacturing sector is becoming more self-reliant. Import dependence is falling in electricals, chemicals, and capital goods. This...
06 Jun, 2026, 04.43 PM IST
Gold eases on stronger oil as fresh Mideast hostilities eruptGold prices dipped on Wednesday as escalating Middle East tensions fueled crude oil gains, intensifying inflation and interest rate hike co...
03 Jun, 2026, 07.22 AM IST
Aluminium hits four-year high on renewed Middle East supply risksBenchmark aluminium on the London Metal Exchange traded 0.5% higher at $3,685 a metric ton in official rings. Earlier, it touched $3,707.50...
01 Jun, 2026, 07.11 PM IST
War & AImpact: China's export-price jump fastest in 3 yearsChina's export prices surged 5% in April, the fastest in three years, driven by global energy costs and AI demand for commodities like oil,...
30 May, 2026, 12.27 AM IST
China's April industrial profits grow at fastest in more than two yearsChina's industrial profits saw a significant jump in April, the fastest since November 2023. This growth is largely fueled by strong export...
27 May, 2026, 09.19 AM IST
A warning to critical minerals buyers: Avoid butter mountains, aluminium floodsWestern nations are investing heavily in critical minerals to reduce dependence on China. However, experts warn this could lead to a surplu...
26 May, 2026, 01.01 PM IST
UK’s steel curbs emerge as an early hurdle for FTA with India ahead of roll-out. Is there a way out?The UK has extended safeguard measures on select steel imports; starting from July 1, 2026, it will reduce tariff-free quotas by 60% and im...
26 May, 2026, 11.33 AM IST
Aluminium prices near record high: What’s driving the rally?Aluminium prices are trading near multi-year highs due to persistent structural supply tightness, not temporary factors. Stricter environme...
25 May, 2026, 11.52 AM IST
Nifty Pharma, 4 others hit 52-week high since Iran war while Nifty fell 7%. Will the form continue?Despite a challenging market backdrop fueled by geopolitical tensions and foreign fund outflows, five Indian sectors—Pharma, Energy, Defenc...
25 May, 2026, 10.31 AM IST
India should now focus on FTA implementation, utilisation by exporters: ExpertsFor India to leverage its Free Trade Agreements effectively, a paradigm shift in strategy is imperative. Experts caution that the disparity...
24 May, 2026, 11.50 AM IST
Can Brazil become a major rare earths supplier?Brazil sits atop a potential bonanza of rare earths that has sparked global interest, led by Washington, as demand surges for the increasin...
20 May, 2026, 11.18 AM IST
POTUS: China is paying substantial tariffs, but we didn't discuss leviesWhile Trump maintained the leaders this week spoke about "almost everything you can discuss, except for a reduction of tariffs," he did all...
16 May, 2026, 12.31 AM IST
Capital goods boom, apparel bust: India's manufacturing growth is concentrated where it creates the fewest jobsIndia's industrial growth shows a worrying divide. Capital-intensive sectors driven by domestic demand are performing well. However, labor-...
15 May, 2026, 11.01 PM IST
US-China Summit: Semiconductors, rare earths to dominate Trump-Xi talksStrategic supply chains spanning semiconductors, rare earth minerals, aerospace and agricultural trade are expected to dominate bilateral d...
14 May, 2026, 03.26 PM IST