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Global Market: China’s AI boom lifts factory output as property slump deepensChina's industrial output accelerated in August, supported by strong demand for AI-related technology and advanced manufacturing. However, ...
China's factory output growth quickens in August, retail sales slowChina's industrial output grew 5.2% in August, quickening from July's performance. Retail sales saw a slower increase of 0.4% during the sa...
Global Market | ECB may need more rate hikes as Iran war raises inflation risks: KazaksThe European Central Bank may need to raise interest rates further to contain inflation as higher fuel costs linked to the Iran conflict ri...
Brands turn to localisation, product cuts to protect festive marginsBrands are trying to protect festive-season demand from rising input costs by increasing localisation, using alternative materials, simplif...
India's wholesale inflation accelerates to 9.92% in August from 9.78% in JulyIndia’s wholesale inflation accelerated to 9.92% in August from 9.78% in July, slightly above the 9.89% expected in a Reuters poll. Consume...
ITC expects Aashirvaad brand to double consumer spends to Rs 20,000 crore in 5 yearsITC's Aashirvaad brand expects consumer spending to double to twenty thousand crore rupees. This growth will occur over the next five years...
'This is the test': All eyes on US Fed to tackle high inflationThe US Federal Reserve goes into a key rate-setting meeting this week with markets expecting policymakers to pull the trigger on a rate hik...
Charting the global economy: Oil surge fans global inflationIn the US, hotter-than-expected consumer inflation and the biggest monthly increase in producer prices since May bolstered the case for a F...
Why professional haircare is emerging as India’s next big beauty playThe landscape of India's salon industry is evolving dramatically, moving past conventional services. Consumers now crave bespoke hair and s...
US consumer prices accelerate in August, push Fed closer to rate hikeIn August, consumer prices surged, strengthening the anticipation of Federal Reserve rate hikes. The core inflation saw its most substantia...
As China slows, global FMCG and consumer giants from L'Oreal to Nestle bet big on IndiaIndia is becoming a key growth focus for global consumer companies. Rising incomes and expanding retail offer major untapped market potenti...
Gold climbs on dip buying, Fed hike bets rise after US inflation dataGold prices firmed over one percent on Friday, finding a short-term floor. Strong United States inflation data lifted expectations of a Fed...
US consumer sentiment deteriorates in September, inflation expectations riseUS consumer sentiment declined in early September as fuel prices rose. Trade tensions also contributed to fears of increased inflation over...
Apple's surprise price twist for old iPhone models exposes smartphone price painIn the wake of the iPhone 18's debut, Apple has made notable price hikes on its older iPhone models in India. This decision is largely infl...
Government amends e-commerce rules to check price manipulation, dark patterns, fake sponsored listingsNew e-commerce rules will take effect from January 1, 2027. These amendments aim to strengthen consumer protection and transparency in onli...
U.S. consumers grow more uneasy about jobs & finances as high inflation outlook holds steady, NY Fed findsUS consumers grew more pessimistic about jobs and personal finances in August. Inflation expectations remained largely unchanged, showing l...
RBI launches key surveys to get inputs for monetary policyThe Reserve Bank of India has launched three key surveys today. These surveys aim to gauge inflation expectations and consumer confidence a...