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Effect of GST rate cuts on commodities neutralised by 'galloping' inflation: CongressCongress has highlighted that the gains from GST rate reductions are being wiped out by escalating inflation. They claim that increasing co...
Decoding GDP growth: The good, the bad & the dataET drew up a longlist of more than five dozen indicators across all key themes of the economy— from the external sector and markets to farm...
Govt support, benign inflation helped in Q1: Sonal Varma, Chief Economist, India & Asia (excl. Japan), Nomura"We expect GDP growth to moderate from around 7.3% in H1FY27 to 6.7% in H2, still delivering a solid 7% for FY27 overall."
Gold likely to stay range-bound next week as dollar, West Asia tensions guide market: AnalystsAfter a week dominated by monetary policy and geopolitical developments, investors will turn their focus to a fresh batch of economic data,...
BoJ has room to accelerate rate hikes as inflation pressures build: ReportJapan is witnessing a surge in underlying inflation, driven by escalating producer prices and wage growth. While government subsidies are c...
GST cuts, lower prices put dishwashers on Indian kitchen mapsDishwasher sales are rapidly growing in India after recent GST rate reductions. Manufacturers have adapted machines for Indian cooking, boo...
Checkout financing may get festive boost as electronics turn costlierProducts such as mobile phones, laptops and consumer durables have become costlier, partly due to an AI-driven rise in memory chip costs. W...
US manufacturing output falls in August after rising for seven straight monthsUS factory production declined unexpectedly in August after seven months of increases. Higher oil prices and rising interest rates are expe...
Small and midcap trade at up to 50% premium, says Bajaj Life CIO. Why largecaps look better nowAfter years of outperformance by the broader market, Ravuri says largecaps now offer better valuation comfort, earnings visibility and room...
In 2012, Elon Musk paid $17 million for a 16,251-square-foot Bel-Air mansion with rooftop solar; 8 years later, he sold it for $29 millionIn 2020, Elon Musk made headlines by selling a lavish Bel-Air mansion at a hefty profit. This sale unfolded against a backdrop where countl...
Gold ticks up from near six-week low as investors weigh Fed outlookOn Thursday, gold prices slightly increased after previously touching a six-week low, responding to the U.S. Federal Reserve’s hike in inte...
Pulses, oilseed prices rise as rain deficit hits cropsKey pulse and oilseed prices have risen sharply compared to last year. Scanty rains are affecting the current kharif crop and raising rabi ...
AI in Indian homes: Samsung sees 30% growth in SmartThings users, makes Knox its security pitchSamsung sees significant growth in its Indian SmartThings user base. Consumers are increasingly adopting AI-enabled appliances for home man...
EU Parliament votes to scrap carbon border tax's emergency brake, setting up clash with member statesEuropean Union lawmakers voted to remove a clause allowing suspension of the carbon border levy. This move sets up a disagreement with EU m...
Water bottle sold Rs 7 above MRP at temple shop, consumer court orders shopkeeper to pay Rs 7 lakhThe Kakinada district consumer commission has fined a shop licensee operating inside the Sri Veera Venkata Satyanarayana Swamy Temple at An...
India’s festive demand hits 5-year high: From cars and ACs to TVs, apparel and quick commerce, retailers expect a bumper Navratri-Diwali seasonConsumer demand in India has reached a five-year high during the initial festive period, with sales growth recorded across home appliances,...
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...
Trump says US-Canada trade deal could come ‘fairly soon’ as boycott reshapes Canadian shelvesUS President Trump indicated a trade deal with Canada could happen soon. He stated Canada wants a deal and must remove tariffs on US farmer...
Dark patterns under scrutiny: Why digital trust must be designed into consumer journeysIndia’s regulatory direction is becoming clearer: consumer choice should be genuine, consent should be affirmative, and important informati...
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...